First New Generation Ford Fiesta Rolls Off Cologne Production Line - VIDEO ENHANCED
Aug 15, 2008
Developed in Europe for customers around the world Fiesta to be produced and sold in Europe, the Americas and Asia, and will go on sale progressively across these regions between now and 2010 Over 5.3 million Fiestas produced in Cologne since 1979 COLOGNE, August 15, 2008 â Volume production of the new Ford Fiesta ... Continue reading
Aug 15, 2008
WEST SPRINGFIELD, MA - August 15, 2008: The Scuderi Group, developers of what is expected to be the worldâs most fuel-efficient internal combustion engine, released a podcast recently about the McCain challenge and the advantages of the Scuderi Air-Hybrid Engine over conventional electric hybrids. In the podcast, ... Continue reading
GM Gives First Look at Production-Ready Battery-Powered Volt - VIDEO ENHANCED
Aug 14, 2008
DETROIT - August 14, 2008: General Motors today released two still photos of the production version of its electric car, the Chevrolet Volt. Both photos (see below)show just small portions of the vehicle. Also included on this page is a short video clip released this past May, which also reveals a sneak peek at the Vol ... Continue reading
Automakers Public Testing Hydrogen Fuel Cell Cars - VIDEO STORY
Aug 14, 2008
LOS ANGELES - August 14, 2008: While hydrogen fuel cell vehicles are a few years away from mass production, testing has begun with some cars already visible on the road. One automaker, General Motors, has launched a test program â âProject Drivewayâ â in which they are loaning 100 Equinox Fuel Cell ... Continue reading
Aug 14, 2008
Autograph Sessions with Mario Andretti Officially Scheduled for Friday and Saturday MONTEREY, Calif., Aug. 13 -- With an action-packed weekend of events, activities and races along with a star-studded lineup of drivers, this year's 35th Rolex Monterey Historic Automobile Races presented by Toyota is set to be the bigge ... Continue reading
Brian Redman Named Grand Marshal and Honored Guest at U.S. Vintage Grand Prix
Aug 13, 2008
BRIAN REDMAN NAMED GRAND MARSHAL & HONORED GUEST Redman, F-5000, Triumph, and the 50th Anniversary of Lola Will Be Honored During the U.S. Vintage Grand Prix Watkins Glen, NY (August 13, 2008) - Brian Redman, one of the most accomplished drivers to compete at Watkins Glen International, will be the honored guest for th ... Continue reading
MG General Manager to Resign from SAIC
Aug 13, 2008
MG general manager to resign from SAIC http://www.gasgoo.com/auto-news/7408/MG-general-manager-to-resign-from- SAIC. html Shanghai, August 13 (Gasgoo.com) The former MG general manager Zhang Xin submitted his letter of resignation to SAIC on July 22, reported 21st Century Business Herald. If approved to leave, he will ... Continue reading
New Route Added to 2008 Pebble Beach Tour d'Elegance for Antique Cars - VIDEO ENHANCED
Aug 13, 2008
14 Antique vehicles begin in the Del Monte Forest and trace portions of 17-Mile Drive, then cruise along the coastline to 237-year-old Carmel Mission PEBBLE BEACH, CA - August 12, 2008: In 1771, when Father Junipero Serra founded the Carmel Mission, it was a sanctuary for his followers. Two hundred thirty-seven years l ... Continue reading
Legendary Phantom Corsair to Make Rare Appearance at 2009 Amelia Island Concours d' Elegance
Aug 13, 2008
Legendary phantom corsair to make rare appearance at 2009 Amelia Island Concours D' ELEGANCE Rare Concept Car to be Centerpiece when California Coachbuilder Bohman & Schwartz is honored March 13-15 JACKSONVILLE, FL (August 12, 2008) - In the late 1930s, Rust Heinz of the H.J. Heinz family food empire sat down to design ... Continue reading
China Car Sales See 4-month Consecutive Decline
Aug 12, 2008
China car sales see 4-month consecutive decline Shanghai, August 12 (Gasgoo.com) China's passenger-car sales dropped for 12 percent in July month on month, a decline that has lasted for four straight months, Xinhua reported, citing data from China Passenger Car Association (CPCA). Domestic passenger vehicle sales rose ... Continue reading
Half of Young Drivers are Driving While Texting, Says New FindLaw.com Survey
Aug 12, 2008
New State Laws Aimed at Texting Drivers EAGAN, Minn., Aug. 12 -- Have you ever been driving next to a car whose driver swerves in and out of their lane? Upon closer inspection, you notice the other driver has one hand on the wheel, while the other hand madly types a text message. You are not alone. Nearly half of the d ... Continue reading
Shanghai GM to Launch New Buick Regal This Year
Aug 12, 2008
Shanghai GM to launch new Buick Regal this year Shanghai, August 12 (Gasgoo.com) Shanghai FM is set to launch a new version of its self-developed brand the Buick Regal later this year. Along with the newly rolled-out Buick LaCross, the new Regal is expected to capture large market share in China's mid-class auto market ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Group of America Participates In National Hydrogen Road Tour
Aug 12, 2008
Zero Emission Volkswagen Tiguan will Travel to 31 Cities in 13 Days HERNDON, VA - August 12, 2008: Volkswagen's Hydrogen Fuel Cell concept vehicle, the HyMotion Tiguan, will travel from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles, Calif. over the next 13 days as part of the National Hydrogen Road Tour, sponsored by the U.S. Departm ... Continue reading
Coming This Week: Exclusive 2009 Acura TL Road Trip
Aug 10, 2008
MILL VALLEY, CA - August 10, 2008: The completely redesigned 2009 Acura TL, scheduled to debut this Fall, will be the subject of The Auto Channel's next ROAD TRIP episode. The new Acura TL employs dramatic new styling along with a luxurious interior that includes more driver relevant technology than ever. Featuring the ... Continue reading
2009 Honda Accord Sets the Pace with Style, Power and Efficiency
Aug 10, 2008
Torrance, CA - August 10, 2008: The 2009 Honda Accord lineup is designed to impress with premium features, accommodating technology and efficient performance geared for both the finish line and the bottom line. Available as a sedan or a coupe and powered by advanced 4-cylinder or V-6 engines, the Accord embodies a soph ... Continue reading
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