Shanghai GM to Export Cadillac SLS to Middle East
Nov 1, 2007
SHANGHAI - November 1, 2007: Shanghai General Motors announced that it would start to sell the Cadillac SLS, the lengthened version of the STS luxury sedan, in the Middle East in the first quarter of 2008. It's the first export deal for the Chinese-made Cadillac, the joint venture automaker, formed by Shanghai Automoti ... Continue reading
Prices Announced for Saab's Limited Edition Turbo X
Nov 1, 2007
Saab Turbo X debuts at MPH Show Revolutionary XWD system introduced in the car that celebrates 30 years of Saab turbocharging Saab announces 500 to be sold in the UK, prices start from £32,495. LONDON - November 1, 2007: MPH 2007, which begins today, will see the UK premiere of the Saab Turbo X, a driver-focused perfo ... Continue reading
Scion Partners With RIDEMAKERZ to Build Customizable xBs for Kids of All Ages
Nov 1, 2007
LAS VEGAS, Nov 1 -- Scion announced yesterday its partnership with RIDEMAKERZ, an innovative new toy car customization retailer inspired by Build-A-Bear Workshop(R). The Scion RIDE, based on the new xB urban utility vehicle and the latest model in the RIDEMAKERZ lineup, was unveiled at the 2007 Specialty Equipment Mark ... Continue reading
China Raises Oil Product Prices By 8%
Nov 1, 2007
SHANGHAI - November 1, 2007: Oil product prices in China will raised by 8 percent or 500 yuan ($68) per ton starting today, China's economic regulatory body, National Development and Reform Commission announced on its official web site this morning. The price hike is made to reduce the widening gap between soaring glob ... Continue reading
Dongfeng Shows Own Brand Hybrid Vehicle in Beijing
Nov 1, 2007
SHANGHAI - November 1, 2007: Chinese auto group, Dongfeng Auto displayed its own hybrid vehicle codenamed EQ7200HEV at the 5th International Clean Vehicle Technology Exhibition and Forum in Beijing, local newspaper said. The hybrid vehicle, which is built on the platform of Dongfeng Nissan made Bluebird, will start vol ... Continue reading
Porsche Introduces New Interactive ''Web-Cinema''
Oct 31, 2007
ATLANTA--Porsche today announced it has launched a new "Web Cinema" on its Web site that offers Porsche sports-car fans and admirers the ability to view extraordinary Porsche films. This new Web technology gives browsers a virtual front-row seat to experience much of what embodies Porsche's legendary sports car driving ... Continue reading
Toyota Unveils All-New Corolla Matrix at 2007 SEMA Show
Oct 31, 2007
LAS VEGAS, Oct. 31 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., unveiled the all-new second-generation Corolla Matrix at a press conference today at the 2007 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show. The Toyota Matrix, the sporty five-door vehicle that helped redefine the concept of a crossover utility vehicle, ... Continue reading
2008 Cadillac Escalade Goes On Sale in China, Priced At About $149,000
Oct 31, 2007
SHANGHAI - October 31, 2007: Shanghai General Motors (Shanghai GM) announced today that it will start to sell 2008 Cadillac Escalade at dealerships in China starting today. The vehicle will be priced at about1.12 million yuan ($149,843). Since the second generation Cadillac Escalade went on sale in Chinese market last ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Showcases Clean Diesel and Personalized Performance at SEMA
Oct 31, 2007
Three New Specialty Vehicles Highlight Personalization, Performance and Clean Diesel LAS VEGAS, Oct. 31 -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. showcases its commitment to clean diesel performance and unique vehicle personalization with three new concepts on display at the 2007 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show ... Continue reading
Zipcar and Flexcar Agree to Merge
Oct 31, 2007
Combined company to enhance member experience, fuel car sharing growth CAMBRIDGE, Mass. and WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- Zipcar and Flexcar, leading car sharing providers, announced today the companies will merge. Together these two companies will represent an international network able to deliver new member benefits and acc ... Continue reading
Toyota Celebrates Golden Anniversary in United States
Oct 31, 2007
TORRANCE, Calif., Oct. 31 -- Fifty years ago today, when tailfins defined the cutting edge of automotive styling and a handful of import auto companies struggled to sell 83,000 units, Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc. began marketing quality cars and trucks in the United States. TMS opened for business in America ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz to Produce Smart in China and Sue Shuanghuan
Oct 31, 2007
SHANGHAI - October 31, 2007: Mercedes-Benz is weighing a plan to produce Smart in China following its launch in the U.S market, Chinese media reported today. Citing a Mercedes-Benz official under the condition of anonymity, auto industry Web site Cheshi.com.cn reported that the company is considering producing Smart ei ... Continue reading
Automotive Manufacturers Toy around with Their Dream Cars for Hot Wheels Designer's Challenge
Oct 30, 2007
EL SEGUNDO, Calif.--Hot Wheels announced today its first-ever Designer's Challenge, inviting designers from leading automotive manufacturers the chance to design and create an original Hot Wheels vehicle. The Designer's Challenge was created as a way for Hot Wheels to honor its automotive partners and have them activel ... Continue reading
Sony Hits Its Stride With In-Car Connectivity at SEMA Trade Show
Oct 30, 2007
'Experience Center' Features 2008 Xplod(R) Car and Marine Line-up and Demonstrates Bluetooth(R), HD Radio(TM) and Multi-channel Technologies LAS VEGAS, Oct. 30 -- (SEMA Booth #11170) Sony's mobile electronics showroom at the Specialty Equipment Market Association's (SEMA) annual trade show is featuring new Xplod produc ... Continue reading
Nissan Shows Off Performance Vehicles at 2007 SEMA Show
Oct 30, 2007
- Altima Coupe, 350Z, Sentra, Titan and Xterra All Featured, Displaying Performance Versatility from Nissan - LAS VEGAS, Nev., Oct. 30 -- Nissan's ninth year at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas marks a celebration of Nissan performance vehicles, all leaders in their respective industr ... Continue reading
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