News By Topic: Maserati

Maserati Looking for Dealers to Sell Alfa Romeo in U.S.

May 30, 2007

Washington DC May 30, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that Maserati is preparing to choose a handful of dealers to sell the first Alfa Romeo available in the U.S. since 1995. Automotive News reports that those dealers likely will get permanent franchises when the brand re-launches here. Alfa Romeo and Maserati have ... Continue reading

Maserati May Partner with Alfa Romeo in U.S.

May 7, 2007

Washington DC May 7, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that Maserati has ambitious plans to boost sports car sales in the U.S., which may involve linking up with its fellow countryman Alfa Romeo. The Detroit News reports that Maserati, owned by Italian mass car maker Fiat which recently separated from GM, is set to e ... Continue reading

Which Cars are Really American?

May 6, 2007

Washington DC March 22, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that the ambiguity that exists between 'American' and 'Foreign' autos is growing as globalization increases, and it has some consumers confused. The world is no longer as simple as us vs. them, Detroit against the Asians and Europeans. It's a global industry n ... Continue reading

April 2007 All-Time Sales Record for Maserati North America

May 1, 2007

Following Maserati's Best Ever First Quarter Sales ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., May 1 -- In an overall luxury segment that has shown declined sales performance during the first quarter of 2007, Maserati North America has shown considerable gains, marking a continued rise for the company. According to Jim Selwa, President an ... Continue reading

Maserati GranTurismo North American Debut New York City

Apr 5, 2007

NEW YORK, April 5 -- Befitting a city as classic as it is modern, as fast moving as it is timeless, the Maserati GranTurismo styled by Pininfarina makes its North American debut in New York. The gran turismo tradition began for Maserati in 1947 at the Geneva Auto Show where the Modenese racing firm presented the sleek ... Continue reading

Asian Automakers Dominate Luxury Sector

Mar 28, 2007

Washington DC March 28, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that Japanese and Korean automakers at the New York International Auto Show next week will showcase new offerings that could tighten their stranglehold on the luxury vehicle segment in the United States. More than seven of 10 of the 1.5 million luxury cars sol ... Continue reading

NY Auto Show Announces Dozens of World, North American Debuts

Mar 27, 2007

Press Preview: April 4th & 5th, Jacob Javits Convention Center NEW YORK, March 26 -- As the world's automakers prepare to wow the press with dozens of world and North American new vehicle introductions at the upcoming New York International Auto Show Media Preview (April 4th and 5th), the Show is offering a glimpse of ... Continue reading

Today's Pre-Owned Vehicles May Be the Better Bargain - VIDEO STORY

Mar 12, 2007

DETROIT - March 11, 2007: Compared to 20 to 25 years ago, automakers say today's "certified pre-owned" vehicles can be as good as buying a new vehicle and are a fraction of the cost. To "certify" a used vehicle, a dealer must perform a comprehensive multi-point inspection that meets the original dealer's specifications ... Continue reading

Maserati Granturismo: Worldwide Preview at the Geneva Auto Show

Mar 7, 2007

Modena – 6 March 2007. The brand-new, long-awaited Maserati GranTurismo, styled by Pininfarina, is making its worldwide debut at the Geneva Auto Show. The muscular Maserati GranTurismo is suitable for everyday use, with excellent handling, a very sporty feel and a thrilling drive. But the Maserati GranTurismo is a ... Continue reading

NADAguides.com Gets a Rare Look at the Exotic 2008 Maserati Quattroporte ...

Mar 7, 2007

'This is an Agile-Handling, Exotic Speed Machine,' says Lead Auto Expert, Mark Perleberg COSTA MESA, Calif., March 6 -- Lead Auto Expert, Mark Perleberg, of NADAguides.com (http://www.nadaguides.com/) a leading vehicle pricing and information website, recently got a rare test drive of the new 2008 Maserati Quattroporte ... Continue reading

Maserati GranTourismo Makes Its Entrance at 2007 Geneva Motor Show

Mar 6, 2007

Modena - 6 March 2007. The brand-new, long-awaited Maserati GranTurismo, styled by Pininfarina, is making its worldwide debut at the Geneva Auto Show. The muscular Maserati GranTurismo is suitable for everyday use, with excellent handling, a very sporty feel and a thrilling drive. But the Maserati GranTurismo is also a ... Continue reading

IIHS: Bumpers That Can't Take Bumps

Mar 1, 2007

First results of new crash tests: most car bumpers don't work in low-speed crashes; 3 cars sustain $4,500 damage in 6 mph test while old Ford Escort sustains little damage ARLINGTON, VA — Most bumpers on midsize cars do little to resist damage in the kinds of low-speed collisions that are common in commuter traffi ... Continue reading

Special OHANA ROAD Episode: Los Angeles Auto Show

Feb 17, 2007

OHANA ROAD, Hawaii's award-winning automotive TV show takes an in-depth look at the Los Angeles Auto Show. ... Continue reading

Consumer Reports: Gas Mileage of SUV's, CUV's, Wagons, MiniVans and Pickups

Feb 10, 2007

CONSUMER REPORTS’ BEST & WORST SUVs PUBLICATION NAMES VEHICLES THAT STRETCH FUEL DOLLARS Ford Escape Hybrid, Saturn Vue Green Line rated best in fuel economy for small, midsized SUVs YONKERS, NY – If the spring brings increasing gas prices as it often does, Consumer Reports’ Best & Worst SUVs, Trucks, Mi ... Continue reading

TACH's PRESS PASS COVERAGE Puts You IN The Detroit Auto Show

Jan 29, 2007

Imagine being at the fabulous North American International Auto Show, smack dab in the middle of all the action, in the automotive center of the universe. Now imagine being nose deep in all the Detroit excitement while sitting naked on a beanbag and eating Cheetos. You can do both at the same time without even having t ... Continue reading