2006 Pontiac G6 GTP Convertible Review
Jul 13, 2006
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2006 Pontiac G6 GTP Convertible General Motors has been criticized for many things in recent years, but its Pontiac division has scored big with the G6 Convertible, released just in time for summer. Not only is it a four-seat convertible, a rarity in this day, it's a reasonably-pri ... Continue reading
Chinese Car Maker Chery Reveals QQ6
Jul 13, 2006
Bejing July 12, 2006; Chinese car manufacturer Chery revealed the first official details on its new QQ6 mini-sedan. Developed under the code name S21, the new model will be put on the Chinese market in early August, priced between RMB 42,000-52,000. At the market launch there will be two versions available: the QQ611 w ... Continue reading
GM Boss To Call for National Rx Plan
Jul 13, 2006
Washington DC July 12, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that GM Chairman and CEO Rick Wagoner will call for universal access to affordable prescription drugs when he testifies before a U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging today, reports The Detroit News. GM's prescription drug costs have more than tripled in the p ... Continue reading
Department of Energy Selects DaimlerChrysler for Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technical Advisory Committee
Jul 13, 2006
* Secretary of Energy Samuel W. Bodman appoints Mark Chernoby, Vice President - Advanced Vehicle Engineering, DaimlerChrysler, for hydrogen technology advice * DaimlerChrysler provides valuable data for Hydrogen Learning Demonstration Program * DaimlerChrysler has the largest fleet of fuel cell vehicles in the world -- ... Continue reading
Autobytel's CarTV Announces Programming Lineup
Jul 13, 2006
IRVINE, Calif.--July 13, 2006--Two years ago Autobytel's CarTV set out to transform online car shopping from a somber "reading and research" process into a compelling, sensory media experience - in short, to put shoppers "behind the wheel" and in a position to "kick the tires" as they compare brands and models online. ... Continue reading
Ghosn Says GM Deal Should Boost Renault/Nissan
Jul 13, 2006
PARIS July 13, 2006; Nick Antonovics writing for Reuters reported that any deal with General Motors Corp needs to boost the existing alliance between Renault and its partner Nissan and would only make sense if they took a stake in GM, Carlos Ghosn was quoted as saying on Thursday. On the eve of meeting GM chief executi ... Continue reading
Honda Announces an All-New Stream
Jul 13, 2006
TOKYO, Japan, July 13, 2006 - Honda announced the release of an all-new Stream. Featuring a low-floor platform, the new Stream combines stylish compact exterior with a comfortable interior and powerful driving performance. With a low overall height of 1,545mm1, the new Stream has a modern dynamic look and fits convenie ... Continue reading
Acura Announces Pricing for All-New Turbocharged 2007 RDX
Jul 13, 2006
New SUV Delivers a New Level of Performance, Handling and Technology to the Luxury Sport Utility Vehicle Market TORRANCE, CA - July 13, 2006: Acura announced pricing yesterday for the all-new 2007 RDX 5-passenger luxury SUV. Making its debut at Acura dealerships on August 10, the 2007 RDX will have a manufacturer's sug ... Continue reading
The 2007 Nissan Lineup - Charting the Changes
Jul 13, 2006
The comprehensive lineup of Nissan cars, trucks, and SUVs expands in the 2007 model year with the introduction of the all-new entry-level Versa, which will be available in sedan and hatchback body styles. In addition, two of Nissanâs most successful models, Altima and Sentra, are offered in new generations for the ... Continue reading
Toyota Likely to Cut Japan Sales Target
Jul 13, 2006
TOKYO, July 13, 2006; Reuters reported that Toyota Motor Corp., Japan's largest auto maker, is likely to revise down its annual domestic sales target after the market proved weaker than expected, the Asahi newspaper reported on Thursday. The paper said Toyota was likely to cut its 2006 target to "more than 1.7 million ... Continue reading
VW Brazil May Cut 6000 Workers
Jul 13, 2006
SAO PAULO, Brazil, July 12, 2006; Reuters reported that Volkswagen AG's Brazilian unit said on Wednesday it may lay off between 4,000 and 6,000 workers until 2008 to staunch losses caused by an unfavorable foreign exchange rate. Automakers like Volkswagen and General Motors Corp. have said they would have to resort to ... Continue reading
2007 SRX: Cadillac Adds Hand-Crafted Elegance To Its Luxury Crossover
Jul 12, 2006
DETROIT -- The Cadillac SRX crossover, critically acclaimed for its innovative design in one of the industryâs hottest new segments, now borrows a page from Cadillacâs rich and elegant past. The 2007 SRX, launching in August, debuts a redesigned, hand-crafted luxury interior, bringing elegant Cadillac traditi ... Continue reading
2007 GMC Acadia Crossover SUV Revealed
Jul 12, 2006
GMCâs first crossover SUV Built on new body-frame integral vehicle architecture Seating for up to eight with agile ride and handling Sophisticated 3.6L V-6 with variable valve timing Hydra-Matic 6T75 six-speed automatic transmission GMâs exclusive Smart Slide® second-row feature for easier access to the th ... Continue reading
Toyota, Honda and Ford Show in Annual 'Best Brands' Harris Poll- Sony First
Jul 12, 2006
Next Three Places Taken by Dell (No. 2), Coca Cola (No. 3), and Toyota (No. 4) ROCHESTER, N.Y., July 12 -- Sony tops the list in the annual Harris Poll of "best brands" for an impressive seventh consecutive year. Dell retains its No. ... Continue reading
Jul 12, 2006
Operations Centre Brackley 12 July 2006 *Embargoed until 1900hrs, 12 July HONDA INCREASES UK INVESTMENT WITH NEW WIND TUNNEL Honda Motor Company today celebrated the launch of its newest facility in the United Kingdom, a state of the art wind tunnel at the Honda Racing F1 Team's Operations Centre in Brackley, Northants ... Continue reading
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