Nissan's VQ Engine Receives Ward's 10-Best Engines Award
Dec 13, 2006
DETROIT--The Nissan 3.5-liter VQ V6 engine has been named to the annual Wardâs 10-Best Engines list for the 13th straight year by Wardâs Communications, Inc. It is the only engine that has been part of the list every year the award has been presented. The new, fourth generation VQ series, 24-valve 3.5-liter D ... Continue reading
What a Woman Wants Behind the Wheel : 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit Review
Dec 12, 2006
By Donna Vissing The Auto Channel âWhatâs in a name? That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet.â A timeless sentiment written by William Shakespeare, for the love story between Romeo and Juliet, is one of the most unlikely connections Volkswagen of America, Inc. may imagine. But th ... Continue reading
Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 Cruises Into U.S. Market
Dec 12, 2006
Grand Touring and Italian Style Fuse In Model Made for Comfort and Safety NEW YORK, Dec. 12 -- Moto Guzzi USA, manufacturer of the legendary "Italian Eagle" Moto Guzzi(R) motorcycle and a pioneer of two-wheel vehicles, today announced the debut of its highly-anticipated Norge 1200 GT in the U.S. market. Built to delive ... Continue reading
$28 Billion Automotive Maintenance Industry on the Brink of Change as Consumer Priorities Shift
Dec 12, 2006
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Ghosn Talks Hybrids, Flex Fuels, Diesels, Green Dealerships, and More
Dec 12, 2006
Washington DC December 12, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that Nissan-Renault Chief Carlos Ghosn told reporters Tuesday that Nissan still needed to boost its capacity in North America but any increase in production would be long-term with sales expected to remain sluggish in 2007, reports MSNAutos. In his comments ... Continue reading
Dec 12, 2006
-- HEMI wins for fifth consecutive year -- DaimlerChrysler advanced diesel technology recognized by industry experts -- Both Chrysler Group winning engines available in 2007 Jeep(R) Grand Cherokee AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 12 -- For the fifth year in a row -- and every year since its 2003 re-introduction -- Chrysler Gr ... Continue reading
All-New 2007 Dodge Nitro Features Gentex Auto-Dimming Mirror
Dec 12, 2006
ZEELAND, Mich., Dec. 12 -- Gentex Corporation, the leading supplier of automatic-dimming rearview mirrors to the worldwide automotive industry, has announced that it is supplying auto-dimming mirrors for the all-new 2007 Dodge Nitro mid-size SUV. A base interior Gentex mirror is standard on the Nitro SLT and R/T trim l ... Continue reading
Chevrolet to Power Tony Stewart Racing in 2007 and Beyond
Dec 12, 2006
SPEEDWAY, Ind. - Two-time NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series champion Tony Stewart and officials from GM Racing and Chevrolet announced today that Chevrolet will power and sponsor Tony Stewart Racing's (TSR) entries in the United States Auto Club (USAC) and the World of Outlaws Sprint Series for three years beginning in 2007. In ... Continue reading
Cadillac Escalade Wins Prestigious Online Acclaim
Dec 12, 2006
DETROIT , Mich. (November 11, 2006) The luxury automotive and lifestyle website AutoSpies.com named the Cadillac Escalade ESV as its choice for â2007 Luxury SUV of the Year.â "Because of its high standards for excellence, Cadillac is especially grateful to receive this recognition from AutoSpies.com," said Ji ... Continue reading
Japan's Toyota Hot on Heels of General Motors As World's No. 1
Dec 12, 2006
TOKYO Dwecember 11, 2006; Yuri Kageyama writing for the AP reported that looking at the year ahead, there's no stopping Toyota. Analysts say 2007 could be the year the Japanese manufacturer surpasses General Motors Corp. as the world's No. 1 automaker in vehicle sales. Soaring oil prices have drivers around the world s ... Continue reading
Finalists Announced for the 2007 Urban Wheel Awards
Dec 12, 2006
Star-studded Event to Honor Diversity in the Auto Industry DETROIT, Dec. 11 -- An independent panel of automotive journalists have announced finalists for the 2007 Urban Wheel Awards. Winners will be honored at the 11th Annual Urban Wheel Awards, which will be held at the Max M. Fisher Music Center on January 9, 2007, ... Continue reading
Dec 12, 2006
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c46862) has announced the addition of World Vehicle Manufacturers Analyst - December 2006 to their offering. World Vehicle Manufacturers is a dedicated round-up of all the latest global happenings and analysis specific to the manufacturing ... Continue reading
GM Investing $225 Million in Tennessee Plant in Preparation For Future Vehicle Production
Dec 11, 2006
SPRING HILL, Tenn. â General Motors today announced it plans to invest approximately $225 million in its Spring Hill manufacturing complex to renovate the plantâs paint shop in preparation for future vehicle production. The investment is contingent on GM securing incentives from the state of Tennessee. Based ... Continue reading
2007 Volvo S80 Review VIDEO ENHANCED
Dec 11, 2006
2007 Volvo S80 Goes Hollywood By Annabelle Frankl Thereâs plenty of glitz and glamour in Hollywood with almost daily red carpet premieres, award ceremonies and celebrity appearances and endorsements. Aligning your brand with a Hollywood heavy hitter is an ideal way to promote your product whilst rubbing shoulders ... Continue reading
2007 Toyota RAV4 Limited 4x2 Review
Dec 11, 2006
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2007 Toyota RAV4 4x2 Limited When the Toyota RAV4 first appeared here in 1996, it unknowingly heralded a revolution. It was the first SUV based on a car platform, and the timing was right. SUV popularity was booming, but most were still old-school trucks at heart, with comfort sacr ... Continue reading
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