2005 NAIAS: Made in USA for More Than 100 International Markets: Mercedes-Benz Presents New M-Class
Jan 10, 2005
New Head of Mercedes, Dr. Eckhard Cordes, underlines promise of quality of the world's oldest automobile manufacturer DETROIT, Jan. 10 -- Today, on the first press day of the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Mercedes-Benz presented the new M-Class to journalists from around the world. "With this compl ... Continue reading
2006 Dodge Charger - Of Course, It's Got a HEMI
Jan 10, 2005
- 2006 Dodge Charger Features Legendary HEMI(R) Power for Leading-edge Performance and Refinement - Multiple Displacement System (MDS) Improves Fuel Economy While Retaining HEMI V-8 Power - High-performance Suspension Package Offers Unequaled Ride and Handling - Standard Five-speed Automatic Transmission with AutoStick ... Continue reading
2005 NAIAS: Acura RL A-SPEC Concept Vehicle Displayed at North American International Auto Show
Jan 10, 2005
DETROIT, Jan. 10 -- The Acura RL A-SPEC Concept vehicle made its debut today at the North American International Auto Show. Based on the all-new 2005 RL luxury performance sedan, this extensively modified concept is a design model to explore the next level of A-SPEC performance accessories for Acura's top-of-the-line s ... Continue reading
North American International Auto Show Features Virtually Emission-Free Autos
Jan 10, 2005
99% Cleaner Vehicles Now Available to Consumers in Showrooms DETROIT, Jan. 10 -- Major automakers this week announced a landmark achievement that will help clean the air and protect the environment, as they introduced at the North American International Auto Show a new generation of vehicles that are 99 percent cleaner ... Continue reading
2005 NAIAS: Nissan's Ghosn Predicts Fifth Year of Record Profit
Jan 10, 2005
Detroit January 9, 2005; Kae Inoue writing for Bloomberg reorted that Nissan Motor Co. Chief Executive Carlos Ghosn said he expects a fifth consecutive year of record net income this business year, helped by rising sales of new and redesigned models. Nissan's net income will rise 1.3 percent in the year ending March 20 ... Continue reading
Ford Expands Lineup of Gas-Electric Hybrid Vehicles
Jan 10, 2005
Jan. 9, 2005; Bloomberg reported that Ford Motor Co plans to expand its fleet of gasoline-electric hybrid vehicles as part of Chief Executive Officer William Clay Ford Jr.'s renewed efforts to make cleaner vehicles. A gasoline-electric version of the Mariner sport-utility vehicle will be sold this year, 12 months ahead ... Continue reading
2005 NAIAS: Saturn Showcases Styling Direction for Future Saturn Vehicles
Jan 10, 2005
DETROIT January 9, 2005; With its European-influenced exterior and fun-to-drive character, the Saturn Aura concept provides a clear preview of how the Saturn design element can be applied to a sporty medium sedan. “The Aura is a sneak peak at a new generation of emotionally compelling Saturn vehicles,” said ... Continue reading
First Appearance on US Auto Show in Detroit:Smart is Preparing for the Market Entry in the USA
Jan 9, 2005
DETROIT, Michigan, January 9 -- On this year's North American International Autoshow (NAIAS) in Detroit/USA the smart brand is presenting itself from today on and for the first time to the American public. This appearance on the NAIAS is the company's next step to introduce smart in the USA, the largest automotive mark ... Continue reading
2005 NAIAS; GMC Graphyte's Two-Mode Full Hybrid Points To The Future Of SUVs
Jan 9, 2005
DETROIT January 9, 2005; The GMC Graphyte concept vehicle is a refined SUV with all the capability expected in a four-wheel-drive truck, but with 25 percent improved fuel economy enabled by GM’s latest two-model full hybrid propulsion system. A tailored design, including an elegant, metal-framed grille gives the ... Continue reading
2005 NAIAS: Acura RD-X Concept Debuts
Jan 9, 2005
DETROIT, Jan. 9, 2005; The Acura RD-X Concept SUV debuted today at the North American International Auto Show. The RD-X features Acura's new Super Handling All-Wheel Drive(TM) system and combines the performance of a sports sedan with the all-wheel drive capability and functional utility of an SUV. Acura displayed a pr ... Continue reading
Jan 9, 2005
DETROIT January 9, 2005; The Opel Astra diesel front-wheel drive concept vehicle, equipped with a two-mode full hybrid and the 1.7-liter CDTI engine, delivers up to 25 percent improved fuel economy while maintaining fun-to-drive performance. The concept vehicle is based on the production-version Opel Astra GTC and was ... Continue reading
Jan 9, 2005
DETROIT Januaqry 9, 2005; The bold push from General Motors Corp. to reinvent the automobile, first revealed in the AUTOnomy and Hy-wire concept cars, became that much more real today with the unveiling of the GM Sequel. The technologies embodied in Sequel, such as fuel cells, by-wire and wheel hub motors, have develop ... Continue reading
Mazda Sees U.S. Sales Growth in 2005
Jan 9, 2005
DETROIT January 9, 2005; Reuters reported that Japan's Mazda Motor Corp. aid on Sunday it expected its U.S. sales to grow again in 2005 on increased brand awareness and a stronger dealer base despite stagnant growth overall in the world's biggest car market. "For us, 2004 was a very strong year in terms of setting up t ... Continue reading
Spend it Wisely JWT - Ford Increases Ad Budget
Jan 9, 2005
DETROIT January 9, 2005; Reuters reported that Ford Motor Co. plans to increase its advertising spending by about 15 percent this year to promote its flagship Ford-brand vehicles, including the new mid-size Fusion sedan that will be in dealerships in the fall. Ford Division President Steve Lyons told reporters on Sunda ... Continue reading
2005 NAIAS: Mercedes-Benz Vision R Concept Makes North American Debut
Jan 9, 2005
Grand Sports Tourer Showcases New Luxury Vehicle Concept DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- Mercedes-Benz is holding the North American debut of its Grand Sports Tourer Vision R concept car during news media activities preceding the North American International Auto Show, open to the public January 15-23 at Detroit's Cobo Center. With ... Continue reading
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