2008 Chicago Auto Show - Volkswagen Expands Minivan Portfolio - PRESS CONFERENCE VIDEO
Feb 7, 2008
CHICAGO - February 7, 2008: On Wednesday, during the Chicago Auto Show's first of two Media Days, Volkswagen unveiled the Routan, a seven-passenger minivan. Volkswagen indicates the vehicle is inspired by European style and comes standard with a 3.8L V6 engine that offers 197 horsepower. The Routan also features two 9 ... Continue reading
2008 Chicago Auto Show: Volkswagen Unveils the New Routan Van - VIDEO ENHANCED
Feb 7, 2008
CHICAGO - February 7, 2008: Volkswagen unveiled its new minivan yesterday, the Routan, at the Chicago Auto Show, running Feb. 6-17, just weeks after the premiere of the new Passat CC at the NAIAS 2008. The Routan is a seven-seater that is more than five meters in length. The vehicle comes standard with a 3.8L V6, offer ... Continue reading
2008 Chicago Auto Show - 2008 Audi A4 Special Edition Unveiled
Feb 6, 2008
AUBURN HILLS, MI - February 6, 2008: Audi of America Inc. today announced the debut of the 2008 A4 Special Edition at the Chicago Auto Show. The new configuration was created for customers wanting a thoroughly modern German luxury sport sedan with more exterior appeal and attractive packaging. This adds to the popular ... Continue reading
BMW to Cut Annual Labour Costs by 500 Million Euros
Feb 6, 2008
FRANKFURT - February 6, 2008: BMW unveiled details early today of a broad cost-savings plan that includes a sharp cut in personnel expenses. With the elimination of "several thousand posts" announced in late December and productivity gains, BMW wants to reach, "starting in 2009, cost reductions of up to 500 million eur ... Continue reading
2008 Chicago Auto Show: Chevrolet Announces the All-New 2009 Traverse Crossover - VIDEO ENHANCED
Feb 6, 2008
CHICAGO - February 6, 2008: Introduced at the Chicago Auto Show, the 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is an expressively styled, well-equipped crossover that delivers a combination of power, efficiency, ride and safety. The driving experience is supported by a sophisticated, 3.6L DOHC V-6 that features variable valve timing and ... Continue reading
Porsche Debuts New Long-Distance Racer: GT3 Cup S
Feb 6, 2008
STUTTGART - February 6, 2008: Porsche adds another member of the 911 family to its range of products. The new GT3 Cup S, based on the road-going GT3 RS sportscar, is created exclusively for racing purposes. The Weissach-developed and built vehicle will race in international champion-ships which run in accordance with F ... Continue reading
Hyundai Ready to Go All The Way With First Super Bowl Ads in 20 Years - LOTS OF VIDEO
Feb 1, 2008
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA - February 1, 2008: Hyundai Motor America announced plans to advertise during the nation's largest sporting event, the National Football League's Super Bowl. Hyundai's purchase of two 30-second spots during the third and fourth quarters marks the company's first Super Bowl advertising effort since 1 ... Continue reading
Courageous Persuaders Video Competition Entry Deadline Fast Approaching
Feb 1, 2008
Courageous Persuaders program harnesses creativity to deliver youth-to-youth message about dangers of underage drinking TROY, Mich., Jan. 31 -- The Detroit Auto Dealers Association (DADA) is reminding students that the deadline for entry into the Courageous Persuaders program video competition is approaching quickly. T ... Continue reading
EXCLUSIVE FIRST TIME SPY PHOTOS: Peugeot 3008
Feb 1, 2008
TACH AUTO CENTRAL â February 1, 2008: Our man in the frozen north went deep under cover to capture this very heavily concealed Peugeot 3008. These photos are believed to be the first (among the first) day-light pics of the masked-car. A couple of European-based websites only have some pics taken at night (although ... Continue reading
2008 Chicago Auto Show: Hummer Enters Midsize Truck Market - VIDEO STORY
Jan 31, 2008
DETROIT - January 31, 2008: Hummer is expanding its product portfolio and entering the midsize truck market with its 2009 H3T. The vehicle, which is scheduled to make its debut at the Chicago Auto Show, was inspired by the Hummer H3, one of the brand's two sport utility vehicles (SUV). The four-door, five-passenger tru ... Continue reading
Diesel Technology Forum Differs on Kelley Blue Book Study Results
Jan 31, 2008
TACH AUTO CENTRAL - January 31, 2008: Earlier this week, TheAutoChannel.com published a story regarding a recent Kelley Blue Book consumer survey1 that indicates car-buyers think diesel (and diesel-powered vehicles) an unlikely alternative to gasoline and gas-electric hybrid technology. Michael Coates, West Coast Repre ... Continue reading
SPY PHOTOS - EXCLUSIVE FIRST TIME: Alfa Romeo 149
Jan 31, 2008
TACH AUTO CENTRAL - January January 31, 2008: The Auto Channel is pleased to present the first pictures of the successor to the Alfa 147, the Alfa Romeo 149. ... Continue reading
SPY PHOTOS - EXCLUSIVE: Next BMW 7 Series
Jan 30, 2008
TACH AUTO CENTRAL - January 30, 2008: Recently, BMW showed off the latest in âcar-camouflage fashionâ with this 7 Series sedan, which is expected to be ready for true public viewing later this year or early 2009. On the other hand, perhaps itâs not a disguised BMW 7 Series after all; maybe itâs just ... Continue reading
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