Volvo: Renault Trucks Signs Distribution Agreement with Nissan Motor Regarding Light Trucks
Jan 23, 2007
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--AB Volvo's subsidiary Renault Trucks has signed a distribution agreement covering the Renault Maxity light duty vehicle with the manufacturer Nissan Motor. An agreement in principle regarding the distribution agreement was signed in February 2006. Renault Maxity is a cab-over-engine light duty vehicl ... Continue reading
Nissan Releases All-New Pino Minicar
Jan 23, 2007
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today announced the launch of the new Pino minicar at dealers across Japan. The Pino, true to its marketing tagline of "Shift_lovely days," is an economical, easy-to-drive minicar, aimed at consumers looking for a personal vehicle that is ideal for everyday driving. As Nissan's fourth minicar mod ... Continue reading
Back Better Than Ever: Philly Auto Show Returns on February 3
Jan 23, 2007
-- Nine-day event to feature 700 Vehicles, Body2Body Competition and More -- EAST NORRITON, Pa., Jan. 22 -- The 2007 Philadelphia International Auto Show, owned and produced by the Automobile Dealers Association of Greater Philadelphia (ADAGP), will open to the public on February 3 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center ... Continue reading
Toyota Thinking Green - Announces Zero Waste to Landfill
Jan 23, 2007
Toyota Motor Sales Headquarters Announces Zero Waste to Landfill TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 22 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc. announced today its Think Green! program, which achieves a high recycling rate and zero waste to landfill at TMS headquarters. Toyota's comprehensive Think Green! program sets an environm ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Chairman Dieter Zetsche to Deliver Keynote Today at Washington Auto Show Media Day
Jan 23, 2007
--The Washington Auto Show: WHAT: Dieter Zetsche, Chairman of the Board of Management of DaimlerChrysler AG and the Head of Mercedes Car Group, will be the keynote speaker at International Media Day for The 2007 Washington Auto Show (WAS), at 9:15 a.m., Tues., Jan. 23, at The Washington Convention Center, 801 Mt. Verno ... Continue reading
Speculation of a Toyota-Ford Alliance Heats Up
Jan 22, 2007
Washington DC January 22, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that since the heads of Toyota and Ford met in Tokyo in mid-December, speculation that the two may be on their way towards establishing modest, but deeper ties is on the rise, reports Wall Street Journal. While both sides have stressed that the talks produce ... Continue reading
J.D. Power and Associates Reports: Most Useful Manufacturer Web Site for New-Vehicle Shopping
Jan 22, 2007
Overall Manufacturer Web Site Usability Declines for the First Time Since 2004 WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., Jan. 22 -- Kia.com is the most useful manufacturer Web site for new-vehicle shopping, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2007 Manufacturer Web Site Evaluation Study(SM) (MWES) -- Wave 1 released today. (Logo ... Continue reading
Jan 22, 2007
Chrysler is looking for more than 1,200 "Sebring Says" contestants to follow Simon's commands for a chance to win all-new 2007 Chrysler Sebring What: While the Guinness World Record(TM) book is said to be the most stolen book at the public library, Chrysler plans to steal the world record for the largest game of "Simon ... Continue reading
Toyota's Jim Press Named 2007 Automotive Industry Executive of the Year
Jan 22, 2007
DETROIT, Jan. 22 -- The 2007 Automotive Industry Executive of the Year award will be presented to Jim Press, president of Toyota Motor North America, Inc. (TMA), at an invitation-only luncheon at the Detroit Athletic Club (DAC) on April 17th. This is the first time in the award's 43-year history that a Toyota executive ... Continue reading
Volvo: Renault Trucks Launches New Version of Lightweight Truck
Jan 22, 2007
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--AB Volvoâs (STO:VOLVA) (STO:VOLVB) subsidiary Renault Trucks is now launching a new version of Renault Mascott, a lightweight distribution truck that is available with two engine alternatives. The new Renault Mascott is equipped with a new gearbox, new driveshaft and new engine. Two engine alter ... Continue reading
General Motors' Trucks Still Lead Way in KBB Marketing Research Brand Watch Report
Jan 22, 2007
Research Reveals Latest Consumer Brand Perceptions and Purchase Intent Within Truck Segment IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 22 -- Kelley Blue Book (www.kbb.com) and Kelley Blue Book Marketing Research's latest report series, Brand Watch, reveals that in the pick-up truck segment, more in-market truck shoppers are considering the ... Continue reading
Volkswagen brand closes 2006 as clear leader in most market segments
Jan 22, 2007
Almost every fifth vehicle sold in Germany is a Volkswagen Wolfsburg, 16 January 2007 - In 2006, Volkswagen models were the best-sellers in most market segments covered by Germanyâs Federal Bureau of Motor Vehicles and Drivers (KBA). With a market share of 19.9 percent and 689,000 new registrations, the Volkswagen ... Continue reading
Dual Mode Vehicle Unveiled by Gakunan Railway in Shizuoka Prefecture
Jan 22, 2007
Tokyo January 22, 2007; Japan Today reported that a dual mode vehicle (DMV), which runs on both the road and train tracks, was unveiled by Gakunan Railway in Shizuoka Prefecture. The vehicle, developed by JR Hokkaido, switches between rubber tires and steel wheels. Its fuel cost is 25% of a diesel vehicle, JR says. ... Continue reading
Buick Announces Pricing For All-New Enclave Luxury Crossover SUV
Jan 22, 2007
DETROIT â When the all-new 2008 Buick Enclave luxury crossover sport utility vehicle arrives in dealerships early this summer, it will come equipped with a long list of standard equipment, a suite of owner services and a price unmatched in the segment. The front-wheel-drive Enclave CX starts at $32,790, while the ... Continue reading
Environmental Certificate Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Jan 22, 2007
Stuttgart, Jan 19, 2007 As a globally active automotive company, DaimlerChrysler bears a far reaching responsibility. Several hundred thousand people worldwide are involved in the production, sales and services relating to our products. Our vehicles are to be found in almost every country on earth. They meet peopleâ ... Continue reading
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