New Toyota Unit To Support Production in Asia
Jul 3, 2006
Tokyo â July 3, 2006: Toyota Motor Corporation announced today that it has established Toyota Motor Asia Pacific Co., Ltd. (TMAP Thailand) in Thailand to support Toyota production operations in Thailand, as well as in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Vietnam, Taiwan and India. TMAP Thailand is aimed at streng ... Continue reading
Mazda Establishes New National Sales Company in Ireland
Jul 3, 2006
HIROSHIMA July 3, 2006: Mazda Motor Corporation has announced that it has established Mazda Motor Ireland, a new national sales company (NSC) located in Dublin, on July 1, 2006. In response to the strong and growing automotive market in Ireland, the new company was set up to control the importation and distribution of ... Continue reading
Honda Announces Civic 3-Door Type S for Europe
Jul 3, 2006
HORSHAM, Ehgland - July 3, 2006: A new 3-door Honda Civic breaks cover at the British International Motor Show in July. The Type S shares the same platform and overall dimensions as the 5-door Civic, but it has a sportier look and feel, with re-tuned suspension to deliver sharper cornering. The car will go on sale in J ... Continue reading
MMC halts Smart ForFour compact car output for DaimlerChrysler
Jul 3, 2006
TOKYO July 2, 2006; Japan Today reported that Mitsubishi Motors Corp has discontinued the production of the Smart ForFour compact car for German auto giant DaimlerChrysler AG at its plant in Born, the Netherlands, effective the same day. DaimlerChrysler decided to end the production of the car model as part of operatio ... Continue reading
Jul 3, 2006
TOKYO July 3, 2006; Reuters reported that Nissan Motor Co. said on Monday its board would meet soon to discuss a proposal by billionaire investor Kirk Kerkorian to consider adding cash-strapped General Motors Corp. to its alliance with Renault SA (RENA.PA). Shares in Nissan, Japan's second-biggest auto maker, edged up ... Continue reading
Jul 3, 2006
* DaimlerChrysler's unique German-American makeup drives its leadership in the global motorsports arena * DaimlerChrysler is the only automobile company to have both a presence and heritage in Formula 1 and NASCAR racing INDIANAPOLIS, July 2 -- Dr. Dieter Zetsche, Chairman of the Board of Management DaimlerChrysler AG ... Continue reading
Kia Motors posts 1.1% rise in overseas sales in June
Jul 3, 2006
NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Michael Choo (mjc@kia.co.kr <mailto:cdore@kia.co.kr> ), International Communications Manager, Kia Motors Corporation, Tel: +82-2-3464-6574, Fax: +82-2-3464-6722 Kia Motors posts 1.1% rise in overseas sales in June - 80,926 Kia vehicles sold overseas in June - Sales in Europe, North A ... Continue reading
Jul 2, 2006
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2007 Honda Fit Sport Timing is everything. Like the original Civic back in the 1970s, in a time of high gasoline prices Honda's new 2007 Fit subcompact hatchback offers great fuel economy, snappy fun-to-drive performance, and a very reasonable price. It should fit the needs of a wi ... Continue reading
Nissan, Renault Mull Up to 20 Percent Capital Investment in Outstanding GM Shares
Jul 2, 2006
TOKYO July 1, 2006; The AP reported that automakers Nissan Motor Co. and Renault SA are considering buying up to 20 percent of outstanding shares in General Motors Corp., Kyodo News agency reported Saturday. Details of the possible investment plan surfaced after billionaire investor Kirk Kerkorian proposed on Friday th ... Continue reading
Jul 2, 2006
WHAT: On the occasion of United States Grand Prix and the NASCAR Nextel Cup Pepsi 400, a media briefing on DaimlerChrysler's involvement in Formula 1 and NASCAR racing. Team owners and drivers will give assessment of this weekend's races. WHO: Dr. Dieter Zetsche, Chairman of the Board of Management, DaimlerChrysler and ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group President and CEO Tom LaSorda Says Dodge Challenger is a 'Go' - VIDEO ENHANCED STORY
Jul 2, 2006
Nearly 35 years later, Dodge Challenger returns as the ultimate modern American muscle coupe * Unprecedented public response to Challenger concept leads to 'green light' decision for production * Chrysler Group COO Eric Ridenour says concept-to-production success story highlights focus on speed-to-market AUBURN HILLS, ... Continue reading
Volvo And Ford Commit To Environmental Technology Development In Sweden - VIDEO ENHANCED STORY
Jul 1, 2006
New development center in Gothenburg will lead the application of hybrid systems for Ford Motor Company's European customers. Volvo Cars to invest 10 billion SEK to improve fuel economy and tailpipe emissions of its global fleet. GOTHENBURG - July 1, 2006: In a twin announcement yesterday, Ford Motor Company and Volvo ... Continue reading
Jul 1, 2006
MINI went on sale five years ago this week, and 100 awards later has proven to be the success story of the decadeâ¦. This week MINI will reach its fifth anniversary since the car first went on sale on Saturday 7 July 2001. The launch created a storm and the car introduced a new level of quality to the small car mar ... Continue reading
Renault Launches New Modus 2007 Range
Jul 1, 2006
Subtle changes for 2007 Modus range Widest range of engines, gearboxes and trim levels in its class No price increase over current range Hertfordshire, UK - July 1, 2006: With the trend for car downsizing continuing unabated, Renaultâs multi-award-winning Modus, the "small car with a big heart", has been given a f ... Continue reading
Ford vehicles keep cool under pressure through innovative testing.
Jul 1, 2006
Dearborn June 30, 2006; Summer heat can weigh heavily on a vehicle. However, improvements in design and engineering led by programs such as Fordâs Heat Protection and Underhood Temperatures (HPUT) department have ushered in a new era of heat management in cars and trucks. In the past, it was not uncommon to see ca ... Continue reading
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