News By Topic: Marc Rauch

Audi Production Successfully Launched in India

Jan 3, 2008

• Indian market vital to Audi’s growth strategy • First locally assembled Audi A6 cars received by Indian customers • Audi to invest around 30 million euros by 2015 • Assembly of the new Audi A4 to follow starting in late 2008 MUMBAI/INGOLSTADT - January 3, 2008: Audi continues to make its mark ... Continue reading

2008 NAIAS: BMW X5 xDrive35d and BMW 335d To Make US Debut

Jan 3, 2008

BMW Advanced Diesel with BluePerformance. Performance + Outstanding Efficiency WOODCLIFF LAKE, NJ - January 3, 2008: Entering a new era in the company’s mission to deliver ultimate driving machines that combine superior performance with exemplary fuel economy, the BMW Group will debut two vehicle models equipped w ... Continue reading

Shanghai GM's Dongyue Plant Produces 150,000th Car

Jan 3, 2008

SHANGHAI - January 3, 2008: Shanghai GM's Dongyue production unit in Shandong province has recently rolled off its 150,000th car, a blue-colored Chevrolet Lova, local Chinese media reported. Established in February 2003, the Dongyue production unit was invested in a 50-25-25 ratio by Shanghai GM, the Shanghai Automotiv ... Continue reading

Ford Sold Over 6,000 Mondeo Zhisheng Vehicles in China Within A Month

Jan 3, 2008

SHANGHAI - January 3, 2008: In less than one month after being launched in Chinese, Ford Mondeo Zhisheng has sold 6,000 vehicles in Chinese market, a pretty satisfactory sales record for a newly launched vehicle, according to Jeffrey Shen, president of Changan Ford Mazda. Mondeo Zhisheng produced by Changan Ford Mazda ... Continue reading

World's Funniest Car Commercials (Pt 2) - More Holiday Cheer From The Auto Channel - VIDEO

Dec 31, 2007

Tis the season to be jolly, right? So we've put together some of the world's funniest car and auto-related television commercials from a variety of sources, including www.funnyplace.org and www.viralx.com. We hope you enjoy them. Cheers. ... Continue reading

Successful European Start for the New Audi A4 -VIDEO ENHANCED

Dec 28, 2007

Successor to the bestseller now at European dealerships • Already 33,000 customer orders placed in Europe • Market launch in seven European countries • German readers and experts crown the A4 best midsize sedan INGOLSTADT - December 28, 2007: The new Audi A4 sedan has been available for test driving at A ... Continue reading

Mazda2, Suzuki Swift (1.5 Liter) Goes On Sale in China

Dec 28, 2007

SHANGHAI - December 28, 2007: Changan Ford Mazda Automobile, a joint venture between Changan Automotive Group, Ford Motor Company and Mazda Motor, officially launched the new Mazda 2 in China yesterday. The model is available in three versions: 1.3L MT will be sold at 83,800 yuan ($11,420), while 1.3L AT is priced at 9 ... Continue reading

SAIC and Nanjing Auto Sign Merger Contract...Deal Affects New MG

Dec 27, 2007

SHANGHAI- December 27, 2007: China's biggest automobile industry group Shanghai Automotive Industry Corp (SAIC) has signed a merger contract with Nanjing Automobile (Group) Corp at Diaoyutai State Guest House in Beijing. Under this contract, SAIC will acquire all assets owned by Nanjing Auto, including OEM and componen ... Continue reading

Suzuki Showcases All-New SX4 Sport, Makai Concept at 2008 San Diego International Auto Show

Dec 26, 2007

- Suzuki displays surf-themed convertible concept based on all-new four-door SX4 Sport - Suzuki exhibits full line of vehicles for active Southern California lifestyles SAN DIEGO, Dec. 26 -- Led by the all-new 2008 four-door Suzuki SX4 Sport, American Suzuki Motor Corp. arrives at the 2008 San Diego International Auto ... Continue reading

Special "Mazda MX-5 Niseko" Brightens UK Winter Gloom

Dec 26, 2007

LONDON - December 26, 2007: The latest Mazda MX-5 can truly be described as an all-weather, all-year sports car with its enhanced heating and air-conditioning systems. Now, to celebrate its continuing status as ‘Britain’s favourite sports car brand’ this winter, Mazda is introducing a pair of special edi ... Continue reading

2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Reclaims Dominion As The "King Of The Hill"

Dec 26, 2007

New, Supercharged LS9 V-8 is the Heart of a Bedeviling Performance Experience DETROIT – December 26, 2007: The rumors are true. The speculation ends. And the UFO sightings on desert highways were not of extraterrestrial craft – but they were of a low-flying object capable of seemingly otherworldly performance ... Continue reading

Chrysler Chairman/CEO Responds to Media Reports

Dec 26, 2007

Robert Nardelli Expresses Confidence in Chrysler's Operations, Products, Finances and Employees • Long-term support from Cerberus Capital Management, L.P. and Daimler AG Auburn Hills, MI - December 26, 2007: There have been several recent media reports that have painted an inaccurate picture of Chrysler LLCs curre ... Continue reading

New Generation Mercedes-Benz SLK Unveiled

Dec 21, 2007

STUTTGART – December 21, 2007: The Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Roadsters have long captured the hearts of sports car enthusiasts. Incorporating around 650 newly developed parts, the SLK models of 2008 are even more dynamic and now offer an even more emotionally charged driving experience. Key visual enhancements inclu ... Continue reading

Virtual Airbag Technology Can Eliminate Crash Fatalities - VIDEO STORY

Dec 21, 2007

GOTHENBURG - December 21, 2007: Volvo Group invests in technology that increases drivers’ attention on the road Studies show that lack of attention is the single largest cause of traffic accidents. As part of the Volvo Group’s comprehensive safety efforts, Volvo Technology Transfer is now investing in Seeing ... Continue reading

Lexus Brings Hybrid Living & John Legend to the 2008 Sundance Film Festival

Dec 21, 2007

Eco-luxury lifestyle options, eco-fashion, and carbon-offset programs highlight this year's initiatives PARK CITY, Utah, Dec. 20 -- For the second year, Lexus Hybrid Living will have a presence at the Sundance Film Festival with two events that highlight the synergy between luxury and "green living." Starting January 1 ... Continue reading