INDEC Selects AutoCom Associates for Public Relations Support
Feb 10, 2003
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich., Feb. 10 -- INDEC, the world's only full-service provider of benchmarking data-management tools for the automotive industry, has selected AutoCom Associates as its North American public relations agency of record. Based in Bloomfield Hills, MI, AutoCom is a full service public relations agency s ... Continue reading
SmarTire Systems Signs Contract with Hyundai Autonet
Feb 10, 2003
Leading automotive electronics supplier to spearhead distribution of SmarTire products in Korea RICHMOND, BC, Feb. 10 -- SmarTire Systems Inc. , a leading developer of tire pressure and temperature monitoring technology, today announced that it has signed an Agreement with Hyundai Autonet Company, Ltd (HACO), an establ ... Continue reading
Generation Y Consumer Panel to Tour Chicago Auto Show on Wednesday, Feb. 12
Feb 10, 2003
Hyundai Investigative Team (HIT) To Rate New Cars, Trucks Who: The Hyundai Investigative Team (HIT), comprised of young Chicago- area residents What: The members of this panel will be asked to provide honest input on the new production and concept vehicles on display Why: Generation Y, or "Millennials," is a demographi ... Continue reading
Survey Reveals A Woman's Love for Her Automobile Stronger Then Men(s)
Feb 10, 2003
CHICAGO, Feb. 10 -- As Valentine's Day approaches, matters of the heart become top of mind. However, much of what we take for granted may not be true at all when talking about the relationship between Americans and their cars. A new Jiffy Lube International / Harris Interactive(R) survey revealed that more than half (5 ... Continue reading
Drivers, Cars and Activities at Daytona Fan Fest Presented by Chevrolet
Feb 10, 2003
PRIMEDIA announces the 18th Annual Stock Car Racing Fan Fest, presented by Chevrolet and sponsored by Sierra Entertainment and Intel. WHAT: The ultimate interactive racing experience for fans, racers, members of the automotive trade and the general public of all ages. WHERE: The Ocean Center 101 N. Atlantic Ave. Dayton ... Continue reading
Porsche(R) Announces Cayenne's First Cross-Country Trek at Chicago Auto Show
Feb 10, 2003
2003 Cayenne Crossing Drive for Hope to Showcase New SUV and Benefit The Hope Foundation CHICAGO, Feb. 10 -- Porsche Cars North America (PCNA) today announced the details of its fundraiser to support The Hope Foundation, a leading cancer research organization. The 2003 Cayenne Crossing Drive for Hope will feature the C ... Continue reading
Toyota’s latest super-mini not only takes you out to dinner, but helps you decide where to go.
Feb 10, 2003
Justin Gardner writing for Japan Today reported that The Will is the car that ’80s engineers thought we’d all be driving in the 21st century. But ever since Toyota launched the “alternatively designed” vehicles in 2000, they’ve never mounted a serious challenge to more mainstream brands. T ... Continue reading
Nissan Evalia concept to debut in Geneva
Feb 9, 2003
www.autoindex.org CLICK4MORE AUTOINDEX.ORG Nissan’s product-led growth continues its breathtaking pace at the Geneva Motor Show with the European debut of the dramatic 350Z sports car designed to strike the chords of the driving enthusiast's heart – technological excellence mixed with passion and emotion. A ... Continue reading
New Volvo S80 at Amsterdam Motor Show
Feb 9, 2003
www.autoindex.org CLICK4MORE AUTOINDEX.org The renewed Volvo S80 was unveiled at the Amsterdam Motor Show on February 6. The Volvo S80 was unveiled to a very enthusiastic reception five years ago and quickly rose to become the best seller in its segment. Sales figures in the past couple of years, however, have not been ... Continue reading
VW expects to sell 7,800 Phaetons in 2003
Feb 8, 2003
FRANKFURT, Feb 8, 2003; Reuters reported that Volkswagen AG said on Saturday it expected to sell over 7,800 of its new Phaeton executive saloons this year, but denied a magazine report that it had slashed its sales target for the model. A spokesman for Europe's largest carmaker denied that the company had originally pl ... Continue reading
Feb 8, 2003
TROY, Mich., Feb. 7 -- Delphi Corporation today announced the appointment of several executives to top positions in its global communication and marketing staffs and a corresponding realignment of its branding communication to help integrate the company's public affairs and brand development activities. Corporate Commu ... Continue reading
GM, Ford add dealer incentives to SUVs
Feb 7, 2003
DETROIT, Feb 7, 2003; Michael Ellis writing for Reuters reported that General Motors Corp., seeking to boost sales of sport utility vehicles after poor results last month, is offering U.S. dealers as much as $1,000 on each one they sell if they match last year's results, dealers familiar with the plans said on Friday. ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz USA Donates $25,000 and Two Cars To the Automotive High School in Brooklyn
Feb 7, 2003
Launches Public-Private Partnership to Improve Education MONTVALE, N.J., Feb. 7 -- The Automotive High School (AHS) in Brooklyn has a corporate Valentine: Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA). MBUSA representatives presented the school with a $25,000 check today. This was a follow up to a Mercedes-Benz ML320 donated by MBUSA in D ... Continue reading
Feb 7, 2003
GARDENA, Calif.--Feb. 7, 2003--Today, Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) announced the launch of phase II of its "Black Experience" advertising campaign. This new work will feature television spots, as well as new print and outdoor advertisements. The television spots, which debut Saturday, February 8, will showcase Afri ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Launches New ML350 Model; 2003 M-Class Also Features 'Inspiration Edition'
Feb 7, 2003
MONTVALE, N.J., Feb. 7 -- Mercedes-Benz upgrades the popular ML320 sport utility vehicle by replacing it with an ML350, offering more power for little extra cost. The primary difference between the two models is a new 232-hp 3.7-liter V6 engine (replacing the 215-hp 3.2-liter V6), adding 16 additional horses and 21 lb- ... Continue reading
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