J.D. Power and Associates Reports: Dealer Satisfaction Brings More Business to Financial Providers
Aug 10, 2006
BMW Financial Services Ranks Highest in Satisfying Dealers for Prime Retail Credit and Retail Leasing; Mercedes-Benz Financial Ranks Highest in Floor Planning Satisfaction WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., Aug. 10 -- Financial providers that keep automotive dealerships happy -- beyond just low interest rates and balanced risk ... Continue reading
Eidos and Ford Motor Company Making Bold Moves Together
Aug 10, 2006
Eidos Interactive and Empire Interactive Set to Release Ford Bold Moves Street Racing in North America SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 10 -- Eidos Interactive Ltd, one of the world's leading publishers and developers of entertainment software today announced that it has partnered with Ford Motor Company and Empire Interactive to b ... Continue reading
Coachmen Industries, Inc. Names John A. Goebel to Board of Directors
Aug 10, 2006
ELKHART, Ind., Aug. 10 -- Coachmen Industries, Inc. today announced that it has appointed John A. Goebel to Coachmen's Board of Directors. "We are extremely pleased that Mr. Goebel has agreed to serve on our Board of Directors," commented Chairman and CEO Claire C. Skinner. "He is an accomplished businessman with exten ... Continue reading
Honda Announces Pricing for the 2007 Element
Aug 10, 2006
All-new SC model enhances style and handling performance TORRANCE, CA - August 10, 2006: The substantially updated 2007 Honda Element LX and EX go on sale today with prices starting at $18,900, representing an average increase of just 2.7 percent or $572 on a sales weighted basis (not including the all-new Element SC), ... Continue reading
American Suzuki Hits the Road With Rock Band Kutless - VIDEO ENHANCED STORY
Aug 10, 2006
Automotive and Motorcycle Divisions Join Music Industry, Suzuki Signs on as Title Sponsor of Kutless' Hearts of the Innocent Tour BREA, Calif., Aug. 10 -- American Suzuki Motor Corporation (ASMC), widely known for its high-performance motorcycles and life-enthusiast-focused automobiles, today announced a partnership wi ... Continue reading
Amerigon Climate Control Seat System to be Featured in Newly Designed 2007 Range Rover
Aug 10, 2006
First Introduction of CCS Heated and Cooled Seat System by European Manufacturer NORTHVILLE, Mich., Aug. 9 -- Amerigon Incorporated , a leader in developing products based on advanced thermoelectric (TE) technologies for a wide range of global markets and applications, today announced that its proprietary Climate Contr ... Continue reading
Aug 10, 2006
- Short Form Shows Feature Hot Import Nights, Drifting From D1 and User Generated Video - LOS ANGELES, Aug. 9 -- On Demand TV Leader Ripe Digital Entertainment (RDE) announced today the launch of the OctaneTV network, the first-ever on demand network targeted to the youth car culture lifestyle and motor enthusiast. Oct ... Continue reading
Ford to Present Escape Hybrid Taxi Case Study at Orlando Science Center, August 16
Aug 10, 2006
WHAT: Ford Motor Company hybrid engineers, Pax Maguire and David Treharne, will present a case study on the successful use of Escape Hybrid taxis to local government and fleet representatives and media in Orlando. Cities across the country, including San Francisco, New York, and Chicago are successfully turning to hybr ... Continue reading
Steve Saleen to Become Vice-Chairman of Saleen Inc.
Aug 9, 2006
Brian Walsh Named President and COO IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 9 -- Steve Saleen, founder of Saleen Inc., today announced that he has promoted the company's Chief Operating Officer, Brian Walsh, to the additional post of President. As President, Mr. Walsh will be responsible for the management of all of the company's day-to- ... Continue reading
Alternative Energy Touted on Capitol Hill
Aug 9, 2006
Washington DC August 9, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that young people wearing green uniforms with the word "drive" printed across their chests recently mixed with tourists on Capitol Hill as part of the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturer's Discover Alternatives advertising campaign. The campaign, which promote ... Continue reading
Aug 9, 2006
Lexus and Toyota Models Each Rank Highest in Four Segments; Honda Models Rank Highest in Three Segments WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., Aug. 9 -- The gap in long-term quality between luxury and non-luxury brands has been cut in half during the past four years, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2006 Vehicle Dependabi ... Continue reading
C.A.R.S. Management Briefing Seminar - Day 2 Report
Aug 9, 2006
By Steve Purdy Detroit Bureau The Auto Channel Traverse City MI August 9, 2006; Weâre still trying to get a sense of what these industry experts think of the general state of the auto business today and how that will impact the cars we love. Like all groups of experts there are probably as many opinions as there a ... Continue reading
Ford Recalls Flex-fuel Cars Made in Brazil
Aug 9, 2006
SAO PAULO, Brazil, Aug 9, 2006; Reuters reported that Ford on Wednesday recalled 102,000 vehicles made in Brazil, saying the auxiliary gas tanks that help their popular flex-fuel cars start in cold weather were prone to cracking and leaking. Ford, which is battling shrinking U.S. market share and rising costs, has poin ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Powertrain Strategy Powered by World Engine Lessons and Alternative Fuel Options
Aug 9, 2006
* Future family of V-6 engines off single architecture will streamline four engines to one * Chrysler Group powertrain strategy focuses on better fuel economy and alternative fuel options * Chrysler Group joins effort to educate consumers on ethanol-based fuels, announces bright yellow fuel cap on FFV vehicles beginnin ... Continue reading
Carlsson Introduces Tuning Package For The New Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG
Aug 9, 2006
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on August 9th, 2006 At 10:00 AM CST For those of you looking to add a touch of flavor to your already- delectable Mercedes SL55 AMG, the tuning wunderkinds over at Carlsson have announced today the newest addition to their aftermarket Mercedes lineup. Titled the CK55 RS, Carlsson enginee ... Continue reading
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