GM to Use New Engines That Reduce Emissions, Foreign Oil Dependency - VIDEO FEATURE
Sep 3, 2007
DETROIT - September 3, 2007: General Motors (GM) reports it is working to install a type of engine that will improve fuel efficiency by more than 15 percent and contribute to reducing U.S. foreign oil dependency. The homogenous charge compression ignition (HCCI) engine also creates less toxic emissions by burning fuel ... Continue reading
Top 10 Cars Most Preferred by Chinese Women in 2006
Sep 3, 2007
SHANGHAI - September 3, 2007: A recent survey shows Chinese women car buyers have grown to a record 32% of the total buyers. To meet the growing demand, automakers in China are designing and marketing cars that are attractive to Chinese women. Similar to foreign women car buyers, Chinese women prefer those small-sized, ... Continue reading
Sep 3, 2007
FORD ADVANCES ECO-FRIENDLY FUMES-TO-FUEL TECHNOLOGY, INSTALLING THIRD-GENERATION SYSTEM DEARBORN, Mich., Aug. 30 â Ford is further advancing its commitment to eco-friendly manufacturing technology by installing the third generation of its patented Fumes-to-Fuel system at Oakville Assembly Plant. The industry-leadi ... Continue reading
Ten New Vehicle Brands Obtain China Production Licenses
Sep 3, 2007
SHANGHAI - September 3, 2007: Ten new car models have recently obtained production licenses from National Development and Reform Commission. Gasgoo.com will give you a brief introduction to these car models. Benz C The new Benz C series is larger in length and height and is configured with advanced technology such as E ... Continue reading
Volvo Opens the Door to Carbon-Dioxide Free Trucks - VIDEO ENHANCED
Aug 30, 2007
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--Regulatory News: The Volvo Group (STO:VOLV) is the first vehicle manufacturer to produce seven demonstration trucks that can all be driven without emitting any environmentally harmful carbon dioxide. These trucks were exhibited for the first time today in Stockholm and are equipped with diesel engine ... Continue reading
Audi Reveals Sporty New 2008 A4
Aug 29, 2007
INGOLSTADT, Germany - In its design, the new A4 reveals its sporty, progressive character: taut and dynamic in its outlines, it speaks the language of technical perfection. With an overall length of 185.2 inches, the saloon has a substantial, powerful road stance and offers its occupants ample space in an interior full ... Continue reading
Honda to Unveil New Accord Tourer Concept at Frankfurt Motor Show
Aug 29, 2007
LONDON - Honda will be presenting the world debut of an exciting Accord Tourer Concept at the forthcoming 2007 Frankfurt motor show. A press conference will be held on the Honda stand in Hall 5 on the first Press Day, 11th September, between 13.15 and 13.45. The Accord Tourer Concept will give a strong indication of th ... Continue reading
Chinese-Made MG and Roewe to Avert Face-Off
Aug 29, 2007
SHANGHAI - August 28, 2007: Nanjing Automobile (Group) Corp, which bought bankrupt British automaker MG Rover in 2005, announced the prices for its MG 7 series on August 23, despite the upcoming tie-up with SAIC, whose Roewe brand is also a carry-over of MG Rover. Roewe 750 (and a hybrid version) entered Chinse market ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi to Unveil New Lancer, Electric Vehicle and Concept at 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show
Aug 29, 2007
TOKYO - August 29, 2007: Mitsubishi Motors Corporation and its European unit Mitsubishi Motors Europe B.V. will unveil the European market version of the new Lancer sports sedan at the 62nd Internationale Automobil Ausstellung (IAA; commonly known as the Frankfurt Motor Show). In addition to the Lancer, the Mitsubishi ... Continue reading
Jinhua Neoplan to Produce Youngman Racer in China Under Lotus Brand
Aug 29, 2007
SHANGHAI - August 28, 2007: Jinhua Neoplan, an affiliate of Zhejiang-based automaker Jinhua Youngman, unveiled the name of the new vehicle to be built under Lotus badge as "Youngman Racer". Jinhua Youngman has reached an engineering contract with Lotus last year to develop a four-door sedan for the Chinese market. That ... Continue reading
Dongfeng Honda to Produce 'Inspire' in China
Aug 29, 2007
SHANGHAI - August 28, 2007: Dongfeng Honda is set to produce Honda Inspire locally in China, Chinese media reported yesterday. Honda Inspire model is similar to Honda Accord in both appearance and car size, but it is better than Honda Accord. The model will feature CMS, E-Pretensioner and HiDS. Targeting a similar mark ... Continue reading
Take It Easy, Take Care and Save Gas Money!
Aug 28, 2007
ST. PAUL, Minn., Aug. 28 -- With gas prices soaring, drivers everywhere are feeling the pinch at the pump. Let's face it -- your gas dollars aren't going nearly as far as they used to. However, there are a number of things you can do to help improve your car's fuel efficiency. ... Continue reading
Volkswagen to Spend $102 Million On Beijing Olympics
Aug 28, 2007
SHANGHAI - August 28, 2007: As a premium sponsor for Beijing Olympic Games 2008, Volkswagen Group announced a total investment of 102 million dollars for the event, including 20 million dollars allocated for vehicle sponsorship. During the Olympics, Volkswagen will provide over 5,000 vehicles for athletes, guests and O ... Continue reading
Hyundai Outlines New Strategy in China
Aug 28, 2007
SHANGHAI - August 28, 2007: Hyundai, the sixth largest automaker in the world, plans to produce and sell 600,000 vehicles in the Chinese market by 2008 (halting the company's downward trends this year), Chinese media reported today. Hyundai's two joint ventures in China: Beijing Hyundai and Dongfeng Yueda Kia, are busy ... Continue reading
New Mitsubishi Model-Galant Fortis Launched in Japan
Aug 27, 2007
TOKYO - August 24, 2007: Mitsubishi Motors Corporation announces the market launch of the Galant Fortis, a new style sedan, at affiliated dealerships throughout Japan today. Powered by a 2.0-liter engine, two- and four-wheel drive Galant Fortis models carry a price tag ranging from 1,785,000 yen to 2,436,000 yen. (SUPE ... Continue reading
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