Fiat Multiair: The Ultimate Air Management Strategy
Mar 4, 2009
Fiat Group and Fiat Powertrain Technolgy unveiled its new air management technology 'Multiair' at the Geneva Motor Show. Multiair is an electro-hydraulic system of engine valves for dynamic and direct control of air and combustion, cylinder by cylinder and stroke by stroke. Thanks to a direct control of the air through ... Continue reading
Do American Car Buyers Trust Fiat?
Mar 3, 2009
Washington DC March 3, 2009; The AIADA newsletter reported that when Fiat pulled out of the U.S. market 25 years ago, it left behind a reputation for selling cars that were temperamental and repair-prone. With the Italian automaker now plotting a return to these shores, a new survey indicates that the bad mojo may have ... Continue reading
Fiat Automobiles is the European Leader for CO2 Emission Reduction for the Second Year Running
Mar 2, 2009
Fiat Automobiles is one of Europe's ten best-selling automotive brands and for the second year running confirmed the lowest average value for CO2 emissions from the vehicles sold in 2008: 133.7 g/km (137.3 g/km in 2007). ... Continue reading
Why The Auto Channel's Press Pass Coverage of the 2009 Geneva Motor Show is So Important?
Mar 1, 2009
This may be the last great international auto show GENEVA - February 28, 2009: One of most visible effects of the current economic depression on the automotive world is what has happened to the once fabulous new car expositions. Not only have important shows in Los Angeles, Detroit and Chicago been neutered by the abse ... Continue reading
Mar 1, 2009
IIHS Top Crash Test Results - 72 winners of 2009 Top Safety Pick awards; almost every category from minicar to large pickup has a winner ARLINGTON, VA - Seventy-two vehicles earn the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's Top Safety Pick award for 2009. This is more than double the number of 2008 recipients and more ... Continue reading
Did You Miss the 2008 Auto Shows? We Didn't! Experience Them Here! - EXCLUSIVE VIDEO COVERAGE
Feb 28, 2009
Even if you were at the 2008 Auto Shows in Los Angeles, London, Geneva and Detroit there was so much to see and the media introduction schedules were so hectic that chances are you would have missed something. And you may have missed some of the best. But don't worry, because we have it all on TheAutoChannel.com. In ad ... Continue reading
'E2' - 60 or 160 hp at the Push of a Button from Swiss Automotive Powerhouse Rinspeed
Feb 25, 2009
Rinspeed's creation is based on the Abarth version of the Fiat 500. Its name 'E2' signals the fact that the nimble little Italian car is equipped with two different power levels: The 60-hp 'Commuting' level is more than sufficient to move along with city traffic while saving energy. In this mode the 'E2' consumes just ... Continue reading
Abarth 500: Rebirth of a Legend
Feb 17, 2009
Following the huge success of Abarth's re-launch last year, the Fiat Group's performance division has now created the ultimate sporting expression of the 500. By thoroughly re-engineering the highly acclaimed and universally popular city car from the ground up, Abarth has produced a machine purpose-built for the modern ... Continue reading
2009 Geneva: Fiat 500C to Make International Public Debut
Feb 16, 2009
A worldwide preview of the new Fiat 500C will be taking place at the Geneva Motor Show in early March, before its launch throughout Europe in the spring. This original cabriolet pays homage to the open-top 1957 model, whilst offering leading-edge solutions for mechanical installations, powerplants and interior comfort. ... Continue reading
New Bravo Diesel 2.0 Multijet: More Power, Less Fuel, Lower Emissions
Feb 6, 2009
A stylish new fleet challenger from Fiat will allow company car drivers to enjoy increased power and performance, while maintaining impressive fuel economy and low tax bills. ... Continue reading
Fleets Can Cut Costs With Fiat Eco:Drive
Feb 6, 2009
Fleet buyers purchasing Fiat models equipped with the manufacturer's eco:Drive technology can expect to change driver behaviour and cut fuel costs and emissions by up to 15 per cent. ... Continue reading
Fiat Australia: Fiat Fun And Economy Equals A 196% Sales Increase!
Feb 5, 2009
In these troubled economic times, with the car industry struggling to cope with a massive 18.5 per cent decline in sales, what the car buyers want is car that its fun, cheerful and the most economical car available on the market, namely, the Fiat 500 and its this fact that explains why against all market trends, Fiat c ... Continue reading
Jan 29, 2009
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 29 -- Chrysler LLC reported continued progress in gaining cost concessions from its key constituents as the Company pursues a global strategic alliance with Fiat S.p.A. "The Fiat alliance enhances our viability plan, and we're pleased with the progress of our discussions with Fiat. Meetings wi ... Continue reading
Latest Fiat 500 Award Is Just The Business
Jan 27, 2009
Now into its second year in the UK, Fiat's popular 500 city car continues to scoop top industry media awards. And the latest of these is 'City Car of the Year' from BusinessCar magazine. ... Continue reading
Fiat Finishes 2008 With Its Best Ever Trading Profit
Jan 26, 2009
Despite a difficult fourth quarter, the Fiat Group has completed 2008 with its best ever trading profit, up 4.0 per cent over 2007 to EUR 3.4 billion in 2008, on a total revenue of EUR 59.4 billion, up 1.5 per cent over the previous year. ... Continue reading
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