Introducing Chrysler's First SUV: The All-New 2007 Chrysler Aspen
Jan 10, 2006
The '300' of SUVs comes loaded with performance, premium amenities and fuel-saving MDS technology * Elegant Chrysler Design -- Signature Chrysler chromed grille, winged badge and sculpted hood; available 20-inch chromed wheels and eye-catching chromed accents * Unmatched Capability and Performance -- 5.7-liter HEMI(R) ... Continue reading
Jan 10, 2006
DETROIT, Jan. 10 -- Prior to opening to the public, the 2006 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) will again dedicate two days as Industry Preview Days: Wednesday, January 11 from noon - 9 p.m. and Thursday, January 12, from 7 a.m. - 9 p.m. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20051006/DETH015LOGO ) "Th ... Continue reading
Ford of Europe and PAG Introduce New Models
Jan 10, 2006
Click here for complete NAIAS coverage By Kristopher Spencer DETROIT, Jan. 10 (FCN) -- With four of five brands profitable and 20 new products launching this year, 2006 brings continued progress to Ford Motor Company’s Premier Automotive Group (PAG) and its Ford of Europe division, according to a top company offi ... Continue reading
Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick Headlines Auto Show Luncheon
Jan 10, 2006
Mayor to Deliver First Public Speech Since Inaugural Celebrations; Detroit News Unveiling Picks for Best Concept Car Awards DETROIT, Jan. 10 -- The Detroit Economic Club (DEC) will host Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick on Friday, Jan. 13, 2006 at 12 p.m. at Cobo Center, One Washington Blvd. in Detroit. Delivering his fir ... Continue reading
Michelin Challenge Design Announces 2007 Competition Theme
Jan 10, 2006
Designers Challenged to Focus on 'Road Safety for Everyone' DETROIT, Jan. 10 -- Michelin announced the theme for its international vehicle design competition Michelin Challenge Design(TM)(MCD) today, asking entrants of the 2007 program to explore the future of transportation design using safety as the focus and inspira ... Continue reading
Toyota Guns For More U.S. Share With Kentucky Built Camry
Jan 10, 2006
DETROIT, Jan 9, 2006; Chang-Ran Kim writing for Reuters reported that Toyota Motor Corp. unveiled on Monday a remodeled version of its flagship Camry sedan, aiming to capture an even broader swath of buyers in the United States with America's best-selling passenger car. Toyota, widely expected to unseat General Motors ... Continue reading
Bridgestone Potenza Concept Tires Concepts in Detroit
Jan 10, 2006
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (January 9, 2006) – Bridgestone Corporation has equipped two concept vehicles with custom-made Bridgestone® Potenza™ tires that will be displayed at the 2006 North American International Auto Show, held January 8-22, 2006 in Detroit. The unique Bridgestone brand tires were built in coopera ... Continue reading
Rockford Corporation Provides Premium Audio System for 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder
Jan 9, 2006
Vehicle Introduced at NAIAS DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- Rockford Corporation and Mitsubishi Motors North America announced today at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) that the all-new 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder will include a factory installed Rockford Fosgate audio system. The Spyder is the second Mitsubish ... Continue reading
Nissan Press Conference at North American International Auto Show, Detroit 2006
Jan 9, 2006
Mr. Carlos Ghosn President and CEO Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome once again to Nissan. Five years ago, on this very stage, we introduced the dramatic 350Z, with its strong link to Nissan’s sports car heritage. Last October, in Tokyo, we gave you a look at the near future w ... Continue reading
Kia Bears Its 'Soul' in the Heart of the U.S.
Jan 9, 2006
Crossover Utility Concept Makes World Debut at 2006 North American International Auto Show DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- Kia Motors America (KMA) and Kia Motors Corporation (KMC) today unveiled the all-new Soul concept car during a press conference at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. The Kia Soul con ... Continue reading
Subaru Hybrid Concept Vehicle Makes North American Debut
Jan 9, 2006
-- Company continues 'green' efforts to help safeguard the environment -- DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- The Subaru B5-TPH, a new type of high- performance hybrid-powered vehicle, made its North American Debut today at the 2006 North American International Auto Show. The B5-TPH concept vehicle features the company's emerging Turbo ... Continue reading
New Jaguar XK at the NAIAS 2006
Jan 9, 2006
Detroit January 9, 2006; Jaguar announced pricing for the new XK today following the official unveil of the convertible model at the Detroit Motorshow. Customers can now place an order for the new model with prices starting from £58,955 for the coupe and £64,955 for the convertible. The launch of the new XK marks the ... Continue reading
American Axle & Manufacturing Announces SmartBar(TM) Application for the Jeep Rubicon
Jan 9, 2006
DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. (AAM), which is traded as AXL on the NYSE, today announced that the 2007 Jeep(R) Wrangler Rubicon, will feature AAM's patented electronically- controlled SmartBar(TM) stabilizer system. AAM's SmartBar(TM) is a microprocessor controlled disconnecting stabil ... Continue reading
Yazaki Supplies High Voltage Technology For 2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid
Jan 9, 2006
CANTON, Mich., Jan. 9 -- Yazaki North America, Inc. (Yazaki) is pleased to be a supplier of the 2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid, one of the vehicles on display at this year's North American International Auto Show. Yazaki supplied the high voltage Electrical Distribution System (EDS) components on the Mariner, which was re ... Continue reading
Volvo C30 Concept Targets Younger Urban Drivers
Jan 9, 2006
By Michael Collins DETROIT, Jan. 9 (FCN) -- The Volvo C30 Design Concept, unveiled at the 2006 North American International Auto Show, signals a new direction for Volvo Cars – the desire to draw younger, urban consumers to the Volvo brand. The concept evolved, in part, from a series of clinics and focus groups he ... Continue reading
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