2007 Volkswagen Touareg DOHC V6 Review
Nov 22, 2006
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2007 Volkswagen Touareg DOHCV6 Engine: 3.6-liter V6 Horsepower/Torque: 276 hp @ 6200 rpm/266 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic with manual mode Wheelbase: 112.4 in. Length x Width x Height: 187.2 x 75.9 x 68.0 in. Tires: 255/60R17 H Cargo volume: 71.0 ... Continue reading
2007 Detroit Auto Show: Chrysler Releases Concept Sketches
Nov 22, 2006
Chrysler has released sketches of two concept vehicles that will make their worldwide debut at the 2007 North American International Auto Show. The Chrysler Nassau concept is a four-door, four-passenger luxury coupe with an emphasis on driving dynamics. The artistic exterior design leans toward an exploration as to wha ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Raider Truck Triumphs in the Prestigious 39th Annual Tecate Score Baja 1000
Nov 22, 2006
Dan Fresh of DXR Racing Pilots the Baja Raider Truck To a Hotly Contested Baja 1000 Class Victory CYPRESS, Calif., Nov. 22 -- Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) today proudly announced that the production Mitsubishi Raider truck prepared and campaigned by DXR Racing, roared to victory in the Stock Mini class at the ... Continue reading
2007 Jeep Wrangler Sahara 4x4 Review
Nov 19, 2006
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2007 Jeep Wrangler Sahara 4x4 The Jeep Wrangler is a true American icon, with an identity that dates back to the Willys MB of the World War II era, and continued through the Jeep CJ. It gets its most significant update ever for 2007, and is larger, more comfortable, and more capabl ... Continue reading
Nov 17, 2006
Customer Satisfaction Levels Drop as Problems Increase for a Second Consecutive Year WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., Nov. 17 -- Peterbilt ranks highest in customer satisfaction among conventional cab medium-duty trucks, while Chevrolet ranks highest in medium-duty truck dealer service satisfaction, according to the J.D. Powe ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz GL-Class voted "SUV of the Year 2007"
Nov 13, 2006
STUTTGART/LOS ANGELES - November 13, 2006 - Motor Trend magazine has voted the Mercedes-Benz GL 450 the best SUV of the year 2007. The GL came out on top, beating off a field of 22 competitors. This accolade is all the more impressive as this is the first time Mercedes-Benz has been represented in this market segment, ... Continue reading
All-new 2007 Jeep(R) Wrangler Earns Trio of Awards
Nov 10, 2006
National magazines recognize Wrangler Rubicon for capability, refinement * Wrangler Rubicon wins 4-Wheel & Off-Road's 2007 4x4 of the Year competition * Four Wheeler names Wrangler Rubicon 2007 Four Wheeler of the Year * Wrangler Unlimited recognized by Popular Science as a 19th Annual "Best of What's New" AUBURN HILLS ... Continue reading
Warn Industries Inc. Recalls Eight-Post ATV Winch Kits for Overheating
Nov 8, 2006
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. (To access color photos of the following recalled prod ... Continue reading
2007 Jeep Compass Limited 4x4 Review
Nov 1, 2006
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2007 Jeep Compass Limited 4x4 Jeep is finding a new direction with the 2007 Compass. The pun is irresistible, and also true. The Compass is something new for Jeep, an urban/suburban-oriented crossover vehicle. It's meant to bring in new customers, people who previously wouldn't hav ... Continue reading
Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Wins 4-Wheel & Off-Road's 2007 4x4 of the Year Competition
Oct 31, 2006
LOS ANGELES--4-Wheel & Off-Road magazine has named the 2007 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon the winner of its coveted 4x4 of the Year award. This is the 25th year of the enthusiast magazineâs in-depth competition of new vehicles, and the eleventh time that a Jeep product has taken home the award. âThis award is the ult ... Continue reading
Pikes Peak Champion Mike Ryan To Attend SEMA In Las Vegas
Oct 31, 2006
North Hollywood, California-? Mike Ryan, nine time champion and current record holder in the big rig class at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb? www.ppihc.co? will be attending the SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) show on October 29-November 3, 2006 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Ne ... Continue reading
Oct 30, 2006
<http://www.japancorp.net/?page_num=1> JapanCorp: Mazda Starts Production of the CX-9, its Second Crossover SUV for the North American Market; Line-off ceremony held at Hiroshima's Ujina Plant No.1 Hiroshima, Japan, Oct. 30, 2006 - (JCN Newswire) - Mazda Motor Corporation today held a 'line-off' ceremony for the CX-9 c ... Continue reading
Peugeot 4007 - A New Driving Experience
Oct 29, 2006
New Peugeot 4x4 SUV brings new levels of environmental performance Attractive and distinctive design style sets it apart from the rest Uses double-zero to identify a new vehicle concept PARIS - October 29, 2006: Peugeot is entering into the 4x4 SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle) market with a new model that is 4.64 metres lo ... Continue reading
Citroën Adds An Extra Dimension With The New C-Crosser
Oct 29, 2006
PARIS - October 29, 2006: Citroën has announced first details of its exciting new Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV), that is set to add an extra dimension to the French manufacturerâs range when it goes on sale in Europe from summer 2007. The versatile Citroën C-Crosser boasts four-wheel drive capability, exceptional ... Continue reading
New Ford Edge Keeps Dealers On The Edge Of Their Seats
Oct 23, 2006
IRVINE, CA - October 23, 2006: Even before the new Ford Edge started rolling off the assembly line, the company had received 20,000 dealer orders for the CUV. More than 1 million people have checked out the Edge's Web site, and 320,000 visitors have configured an Edge for themselves. Ford dealers hope the Edge's arriva ... Continue reading
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