Nov 26, 2007
Smart fortwo Andrew Frankl European Bureau Chief San Joseâs Santana Row came as a bit of a surprise. Yes Iâve heard about it, it was supposed to be quite nice but never in my wildest dreams did I expect what I âve found. A Bentley outside the new Tumi shop, a Maserati opposite a trendy Sushi bar, a somew ... Continue reading
Audi of America Named Official Automotive Sponsor of the U.S. Ski Team
Nov 26, 2007
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Nov. 26 -- Audi of America, Inc. today announced that it is the official automotive sponsor of the U.S. Ski Team. The partnership includes sponsorship of both the Team and key U.S. events. Building on Audi's global commitment to skiing, as the title sponsor of the Audi FIS Alpine World Cup, Audi of ... Continue reading
Suzuki Showcases All-New SX4 Sport, BaseCamp Concept at 2007 Arizona International Auto Show
Nov 26, 2007
- Suzuki displays full-line of vehicles for active Southwest lifestyles - BaseCamp concept offers cutting-edge design and technology to fulfill the needs of outdoor adventure enthusiasts PHOENIX, Nov. 22 -- Led by the all-new 2008 four-door Suzuki SX4 Sport, American Suzuki Motor Corp. arrives at the 2007 Arizona Inter ... Continue reading
Hyundai's i30 Diesel Picked as Australia's Car of the Year
Nov 25, 2007
â¢ï Also voted yearâs most outstanding Green Car Seoul, Korea November 24, 2007; Hyundai has scored a major coup, beating a field of the world's best cars to win the 2007 CARSguide Car of the Year award with its diesel-powered i30 hatchback. Praised by the judging panel for its style, handling and performan ... Continue reading
Volvo Recalls 56,000 2006 and 2008 Models
Nov 23, 2007
STOCKHOLM November 22 2007; The AP reported automobile maker Volvo Cars said Thursday it was recalling a total of 56,000 vehicles because of two separate problems. Volvo Cars spokeswoman Maria Bohlin said 38,000 diesel cars of the S60, V 70 XC 70 and XC 90 models made in 2006 were being called back in Europe due to a m ... Continue reading
Nov 23, 2007
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS The current Kia Spectra hasn't changed much since its debut in 2004, and even in the highly-competitive compact class that is not a problem. Even now, it holds its own very well thank you - especially the premium Spectra5 variant, an unusual and very European concept in the America ... Continue reading
Exclusive 2008 Barrett-Jackson Shelby GT Unveiled in Arizona
Nov 22, 2007
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.November 21, 2007; Three American automotive icons, Ford Motor Company, the Barrett-Jackson Auction Company and Shelby Automobiles, have collaborated to create collector car history with a limited edition 2008 Mustang Shelby GT. The companies today unveiled the 2008 Barrett-Jackson Shelby GT based on t ... Continue reading
Detroit's In-the-red Automakers Going Green To Get in Black
Nov 21, 2007
DETROIT, Nov 21, 2007; Peter Bohan writing for Reuters reported that Detroit's auto industry, which has given the world the "muscle car" and "gas guzzler," may finally be seeing "green." Top auto executives, investors and industry analysts sang the same tune at this week's Reuters Auto Summit: newfound hope for competi ... Continue reading
Daimler Scores Overall Victory in 2007 Michelin Challenge Bibendum
Nov 20, 2007
- A total of 23 distinctions for Mercedes-Benz and smart - Top marks in environmental compatibility and performance STUTTGART, Germany, Nov. 20 -- With a total of 23 distinctions, Daimler AG emerged as the most successful participant from this year's Michelin Challenge Bibendum in Shanghai. Seven cars from the Mercedes ... Continue reading
Motor Trend Names Cadillac CTS 2008 Car of the Year
Nov 19, 2007
"Best Cadillac in 50 Years" May Prove to be Detroit's "Halo" Vehicle - LOS ANGELES November 19, 2007; Motor Trend (www.motortrend.com), the worldâs automotive authority and part of Source Interlink Media, today announced the selection of the new 2008 Cadillac CTS as the 2008 Motor Trend Car of the Yearâ¢. The ... Continue reading
China's SAIC vows to produce 10,000 hybrids by 2010
Nov 19, 2007
SAIC vows to produce 10,000 hybrids by 2010 http://www.gasgoo.com/autobiz/3939/SAIC-vows-to-produce-10-000-hybrids- by-2010.html Shanghai. November 19 (Gasgoo.com) ¨CShanghai Automotive Industry Corporation (SAIC) plans to produce more than 10,000 hybrid vehicles by 2010, a company official said. "SAIC aims to start v ... Continue reading
Top 10 best-selling local brand models in Chinese market, January-October
Nov 19, 2007
Top 10 best-selling local brand models in Chinese market, January-October http://www.gasgoo.com/autobiz/3938/Top-10-best-selling-local-brand-mode ls-in-Chinese-market-January-October.html Shanghai. November 19 (Gasgoo.com) ¨C In the first ten months this year, Chinese local brand cars sold 1.033 million vehicles, whic ... Continue reading
2007 LA Auto Show - CA = Cars, Crowds, Congestion
Nov 17, 2007
Special to The Auto ChannelBy Marty BernsteinAIADA Contributing Editor Californians were the leaders; in fact, the epicenter for the first wave of vehicles not made in Detroit â back then it was a trend. Today, the trend of international brands has become a force. Is California still the equivalent of the automoti ... Continue reading
SPECIAL EVENT (VIDEO) - 2008 Cadillac CTS On The Road And On The Track
Nov 17, 2007
by Carey Russ The plan was simple enough - a new 2008 Cadillac CTS would be delivered to my house, near San Francisco, CA, and I would drive it to Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca to watch the last race of Cadillac's current career in the SCCA SPEED World Challenge GT Championship. Then I'd drive home. Seat time in the second ... Continue reading
Nov 17, 2007
Chevrolet says the new 2008 Malibu that âThe Car You Canât Ignoreâ is ready to make conquests against mid-sized heavyweights Camry, Accord, Altima, and Fusion. With an entry price five bucks under $20,000, Malibu provides a European-themed package redolent of pure American dynamism, value and a luxurious ... Continue reading
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