New Volkswagen CC Crosses Over to Luxury Class
Nov 4, 2011
When the Volkswagen CC made its debut four years ago, it was the first four-door coupé in the 30,000 to 40,000 euro class. From this niche, a new segment quickly developed - to date, nearly 270,000 people around the globe have chosen the sedan with the stylish lines of a sports car. They are car drivers who love the c ... Continue reading
Record Operating Profit for the Audi Group: 1.4 Billion in the Third Quarter
Nov 4, 2011
The Audi Group continued its growth trend in the third quarter. The Ingolstadt manufacturer delivered a total of 320,276 (2010: 274,417) cars of the Audi brand - an increase of 16.7 percent. In addition, the Company generated revenue of â¬10.9 (2010: 8.4) billion and a record operating profit of 1.4 (2010: 0.9) b ... Continue reading
koda Original Parts Made In Mladá Boleslav Shipped Throughout The World
Nov 4, 2011
koda Original Parts are made in Mladá Boleslav. Now the first phase of the expansion of the worldwide logistics center for original parts and original accessories has been completed and the new delivery facility has started its trial operation. The existing expansion is part of a project, in which koda is investin ... Continue reading
The New OPC – The Most Powerful Astra Ever
Nov 4, 2011
The new Opel Astra GTC is being given a sharper edge: the crowning glory of the new sporty compact coupé will come in summer 2012 in the shape of the high performance OPC (Opel Performance Center) variant. The Astra OPC is powered by a 2.0 liter direct injection turbo gasoline engine. The performance figures: 206 kW/2 ... Continue reading
19 Large Companies Place Their Trust in Renault with an Order of 15,000 Kangoo Z.E. Models
Nov 4, 2011
Electric vehicles are a reality at Renault today, for private and professional customers alike. A total 15,637 Kangoo Z.E. models have been ordered by the 19 companies taking part in the call for bids, of which 10,000 for La Poste, 1,500 for ERDF, 1,200 for UGAP, 510 for Veolia Environnement, 450 for GDF-Suez and 330 f ... Continue reading
Nov 4, 2011
Peter Horbury, presently Vice President Design of Volvo Car Corporation is taking up a new position at Geely Group as Senior Vice President Design. ... Continue reading
Campaign Start for the New MINI Roadster
Nov 4, 2011
The successful market launch of the MINI Coupé is being followed by that of its accomplice, the new MINI Roadster. The new MINI Roadster is the first open-top two-seater in the MINI family to be equipped for any experience. With its special licence to go on a new adventure each day, it's the equal of its accomplice, t ... Continue reading
Volkswagen R GmbH: Tiguan Now Available with R-Line Features
Nov 4, 2011
The Tiguan is the most successful SUV on the German market. As of now, the latest version of the bestseller is available with R-Line features. Specifically, Volkswagen R GmbH is offering an exterior pack and an interior pack for den Tiguan under the sporty 'R-Line' badge. The R-Line packs were designed for the dynamic ... Continue reading
Jeremy Hicks Joins Jaguar Land Rover
Nov 4, 2011
Jaguar Land Rover has appointed Jeremy Hicks to the position of Managing Director, Jaguar Land Rover UK. Jeremy's appointment brings the UK organization in line with other global markets and brings each region under the leadership of a single, dual brand, Managing Director. Jeremy will report directly to Phil Popham, D ... Continue reading
Audi Q3 Trans China Tour 2011 Successfully Reaches Finish Line
Nov 4, 2011
The Audi Q3 Trans China Tour 2011 has successfully reached the finish line. The 20 cars reached the destination in Shenzhen near Hong Kong yesterday after covering the 5,700-kilometer route. During the tour's 16 stages the roughly 160 participants experienced the dependability of the Audi Q3 in every situation, from dr ... Continue reading
Fiat 500 and Jennifer Lopez: the Pop Soul of Two World-Renowned Icons
Nov 4, 2011
A cool icon of Italian style but with a marked pop soul, the Fiat 500 continues to capture attention also across the ocean where it disembarked last year to win over American customers. In fact, on the eve of the Los Angeles International Auto Show where the Abarth version will be presented, the Fiat city-car is updati ... Continue reading
Nov 4, 2011
For the 2011 Los Angeles Design Challenge, which is seeking to find the most spectacular new film car for Hollywood, the designers from the Mercedes-Benz Advanced Design Studios in Sindelfingen (Germany) and Carlsbad (USA), have joined the ranks of the screen-writers. Their efforts have borne fruit in the form of three ... Continue reading
Ford Triumphs At 2011 ACFO Awards
Nov 3, 2011
UK market leader Ford came home from the 2011 ACFO awards having won four of the seven available fleet business trophies. ... Continue reading
Bag A Bargain In Chevrolet's Pre-Christmas Sale!
Nov 3, 2011
Most sales take place after Christmas, but then Chevrolet has never been a brand to do things conventionally. ... Continue reading
Ford Retail Appoints Stuart Kerr As New CEO
Nov 3, 2011
Ford of Britain's wholly owned dealer group, Ford Retail, is announcing the appointment of Stuart Kerr as CEO, following the departure of Chris Hayden. ... Continue reading
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