News By Topic: Off Road

First Citroën Berlingo XTR+ Vans For British Forestry Commission

Aug 17, 2006

STIRLING, England - August 17, 2006: Citroën’s first 35 Berlingo 2.0HDi 600 XTR+ enhanced traction vans are now being delivered to the Forestry Commission. The XTR+ vans are being operated by the Forestry Commission’s Mechanical Engineering Services business unit and are part of a major order for some 100 ... Continue reading

2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Review

Aug 14, 2006

By Thom Cannell Detroit Buresu The Auto Channel Perfect is an overused word, yet “highly suitable for someone or something” is an accurate description of the 2007 Explorer Sport Trac. It does everything it should—and more—with style, grace and a heaping dollop of panache. Previous Explorer Sport Tra ... Continue reading

"4x4 Club" of Moscow Writes TACh

Aug 12, 2006

Dear Sir/Madam, "4x4 Club" of Moscow, a leading organisation of 4x4 enthusiasts in Russia, and its affiliated travel ageny "James Cook", a licenced tour operator, are presenting a unique off-road adventure for those who want to experience the true spirit and beauty of Russia. You may review the provisional program in t ... Continue reading

Unable to Take Part in Rally Classic Car Enthusiast Creates Classic Rally Game

Aug 10, 2006

'Tasting the excitement after all' OUDE-TONGE, Netherlands, Aug. 10 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- Gert-Paul van't Hoff (40) saw his boyhood dream go up in smoke. After preparing for two years, he was forced to withdraw (team 76) from the Beijing Classic Car Endurance Rally 2006 on account of a fractured vertebra. But Van 't H ... Continue reading

American Suzuki Hits the Road With Rock Band Kutless - VIDEO ENHANCED STORY

Aug 10, 2006

Automotive and Motorcycle Divisions Join Music Industry, Suzuki Signs on as Title Sponsor of Kutless' Hearts of the Innocent Tour BREA, Calif., Aug. 10 -- American Suzuki Motor Corporation (ASMC), widely known for its high-performance motorcycles and life-enthusiast-focused automobiles, today announced a partnership wi ... Continue reading

The New BMW X5 - VIDEO ENHANCED STORY

Aug 9, 2006

Perfect Blend of Driving Dynamics, Functionality and Exclusivity * Sports Activity Vehicle with further enhanced driving dynamics. * More power and greater efficiency: inline six and V8 power * Only vehicle in its segment with Active Steering, AdaptiveDrive, Head-Up Display and standard runflat tires. * Standard: new s ... Continue reading

Jeep Owners Converge on Road America for 12th Annual Camp Jeep

Aug 7, 2006

* Bumpy, muddy driving adventure arrives at Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wis., Aug. 10-12 * The Blues Brothers, starring Dan Aykroyd and Jim Belushi, perform Saturday, Aug. 12 * Skateboarding legend Tony Hawk, an air show and the National Anthem Project complement off-road driving trails and lifestyle activities WHAT: ... Continue reading

Mercedes-Benz G 55 AMG Kompressor Now With 500 hp

Aug 1, 2006

Affalterbach, Jul 31, 2006: What is perhaps the strongest character in the Mercedes-AMG model range has been given a shot in the arm. Increased to 368 kW/500 hp, the output of the G 55 AMG now exceeds that of the predecessor model by 18 kW/24 hp. At the same time this classic cross-country vehicle has been treated to e ... Continue reading

2006 Range Rover HSE Review

Jul 30, 2006

THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS MODEL: Range Rover Sport HSE ENGINE: 4.4-liter V8 HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 300 hp @ 5500 rpm/315 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm TRANSMISSION: 6-speed automatic with manual shift mode WHEELBASE: 108.0 in. LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT: 188.5 x 85.4 x 71.5 in. TIRES: P225/50YR19 CARGO VOLUME: 71.0 cu. ... Continue reading

Cummins Partners With Auto Manufacturer To Supply Light-duty Clean Diesels

Jul 26, 2006

COLUMBUS, Ind July 26, 2006; Cummins Inc. today announced it has reached agreement with a major automotive manufacturer serving the North American market to produce and market a light-duty, diesel-powered engine. For competitive reasons, Cummins' original equipment manufacturer partner in the venture has asked to remai ... Continue reading

Jeep Launches User Generated Avatars to Kick Off New Jeep Compass Marketing Campaign

Jul 25, 2006

NEW YORK--July 25, 2006--As user generated media applications continue to gain increased popularity among marketers, the Jeep(R) brand is innovating by enabling consumers to spread word, and song, about the all-new Jeep Compass vehicle. Jeep Compass Karaoke, powered by Oddcast, allows users to choose from popular music ... Continue reading

Consumer Product Safety Commission Posts Recall to Its Web Site

Jul 25, 2006

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced that the following voluntary recall alert was posted in cooperation with the firm listed below. Recalls can be viewed at http://www.cpsc.gov/. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20030904/USCSCLOGO ) Company Name Product Name Qua ... Continue reading

San Diego Man Digs Up a Compass at Imperial Beach

Jul 21, 2006

* Hundreds of Adventurous Consumers Participate in Modern Day Treasure Hunt at Imperial Beach (Calif.) to Kick Off U.S. Open Sandcastle Competition * Chris Robinson Finds Keys Buried in the Sand and is Awarded All-New 2007 Jeep(R) Compass SAN DIEGO, July 21 -- In a frenzy of flying sand, hundreds of consumers kicked-of ... Continue reading

Jeep Compass Marketing Campaign Targets New Buyers for the Jeep Brand - VIDEO ENHANCED STORY

Jul 21, 2006

* Bobblehead characters star in integrated ad campaign launching this month * All-new 2007 Jeep(R) Compass delivers fun, freedom, utility, fuel- efficiency and Jeep 4x4 capability at an affordable price * First Jeep vehicle to offer fuel economy of 30 mpg - competes in fast- growing compact SUV segment AUBURN HILLS, Mi ... Continue reading

Polaris Receives Delivery Order to Supply Light Weight All-Terrain Vehicles to the US Military

Jul 19, 2006

MEDINA, Minn.--July 18, 2006-- 4X4 and 6X6 ATV's to be supplied to United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) Polaris Industries Inc. today announced it has received another delivery order from USSOCOM to ship another 50 Light Weight All-Terrain Vehicles for military applications. Polaris is currently under a f ... Continue reading