General Motors, Renault and Nissan Alliance Discussions
Sep 27, 2006
PARIS--General Motors, Renault and Nissan today said that a meeting was held between Carlos Ghosn, President and Chief Executive Officer of Renault, SAS and Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. , and Rick Wagoner, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of General Motors, Corp., regarding ongoing discussions concerning the possibility ... Continue reading
100 Plus U.S. Lawmakers Favor California Emissions Standards
Sep 27, 2006
Washington DC September 27, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that more than 100 lawmakers urged the EPA to allow California to go ahead with new greenhouse gas limits on cars and trucks, reports The Hill. The proposed standards have sparked a court battle between state lawmakers and the automakers, who claim the sta ... Continue reading
New Smart Park System Underscores Toyota's Relentless Push to Be No.1
Sep 27, 2006
Washington DC September 27, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that in its relentless effort to meet the wants and needs of American consumers, Toyota has developed a new Lexus LS 460 Sedan which allows the car to park itself, with the driver playing a mere supporting role. The LS 460, equipped with an industry-first ... Continue reading
2006 Big Year for Small Cars in USA
Sep 27, 2006
Washington DC September 27, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that sales in the small car segment this year will near 2.5 million, the highest total since 2001, reports USA Today. The segment has enjoyed a huge sales boost this year amid high gasoline prices, added safety features, and more vehicle choices. Small car ... Continue reading
Sep 27, 2006
Washington DC September 27, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that the Wall Street Journal today reports that GM, Ford and Chrysler may be moving away from high manufacturer incentives and rebates and looking towards value pricing and production cuts in order to get more in line with actual transaction prices and spu ... Continue reading
GM To Ask for Compensation From Nissan, Renault
Sep 27, 2006
Washington DC September 27, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that General Motors is prepared to tell Nissan and Renault today that it will require a multibillion-dollar payment from the two automakers in order to agree to a three-way alliance. GM would ask for the money to compensate for the greater value the automa ... Continue reading
Production of 2007 Altima Starts at Smyrna TN Plant
Sep 27, 2006
SMYRNA, Tenn. (Sept. 25, 2006) â Employees from Nissan North Americaâs corporate headquarters joined the manufacturing team in Smyrna to celebrate the start of production of the companyâs best-selling model in the U.S. market: the Nissan Altima. The first 2007 production model rolled off the assembly lin ... Continue reading
Subaru Endorses Fall Car Care Month
Sep 27, 2006
-- During the month of October, Subaru drivers can bring their vehicles in for a free inspection including an MPG inspection that will help owners maximize fuel efficiency -- CHERRY HILL, N.J., Sept. 26 -- Subaru of America, Inc. today announced its support of Fall Car Care Month, a nationwide effort spearheaded by the ... Continue reading
World Debut of 2007 Nissan Altima Hybrid at Orange County Auto Show Oct. 4
Sep 26, 2006
New Lamborghini Murcielago LP640 Makes First Auto Show Debut ANAHEIM, Calif., Sept. 26 -- WHAT: Prior to the opening of the 2007-Model Orange County Auto Show to the public, select manufacturers and industry experts will announce new developments in the automotive world. Highlights include a J.D. Power and Associates r ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Says Redesigned Website Creates "Ultimate Online Car Shopping Experience"
Sep 26, 2006
LOS ANGELES, Sept. 26 -- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) today announced the unveiling of its newly redesigned www.mitsubishicars.com. This highly engaging, visually rich website marks a dramatic leap forward in terms of Mitsubishi's online consumer experience. The new site is replete with strong styling a ... Continue reading
Kalbfell Out, Ronchi In as Head of Maserati
Sep 26, 2006
Washington DC September 26, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that Roberto Ronchi has replaced Karl-Heinz Kalbfell as the new head of Maserati, reports Automotive News. Mr. Ronchi formerly served as head of fleet and dealer network development at Maserati's owner, Fiat. Mr. Kalbfell is leaving to pursue "other intere ... Continue reading
The Most American Toyota Vehicle Ever
Sep 26, 2006
By Marty Bernstein AIADA Contributing Editor Words like big, bold, muscular and strong are a standard part (that equals cliché, right?) in the lexicon of copywritersâ pickup truck descriptive terms ⦠until now. After the reveal of the new long bed Tundra, add the words behemoth, gargantuan, colossal and en ... Continue reading
Toyota to Hold 17th Annual Classical Music Concert Series in Asia
Sep 26, 2006
<http://www.japancorp.net/?page_num=1> JapanCorp: Toyota to Hold 17th Annual Classical Music Concert Series in Asia Tokyo, Japan, Sept. 26, 2006 - (JCN Newswire) - Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announced today that it will hold its annual series of concerts, 'Toyota Classics - A World of Harmony', for classical music ... Continue reading
Damlier Chrysler May Export Cars from China
Sep 26, 2006
Washington DC September 26, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that Germany's Der Spiegel magazine reported Saturday that DaimlerChrysler is close to reaching an agreement to sell Chery-built automobiles in the United States, and that the automaker may later develop and produce cars with Chery, reports Bloomberg. The ... Continue reading
Chrysler Pursuing Small Car Partner
Sep 26, 2006
DETROIT, Sept 25, 2006; Reuters reported that DaimlerChrysler AG's Chrysler Group aims to finalize by the end of this year a partner to build and launch a subcompact car, Chief Executive Tom LaSorda said on Monday. LaSorda, speaking to the Automotive Press Association in Detroit, also said the company has not ruled out ... Continue reading
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