Consumer Reports : Japanese Cars Sweep Top Picks
Mar 2, 2006
DETROIT, March 1, 2006; Kevin Krolicki writing for Reuters reported that Japanese cars and trucks swept the Consumer Reports list of top picks for 2006, the magazine said on Wednesday, compounding the recent bad news for Detroit's embattled auto industry. Consumer Reports said it was the first time Japanese brands had ... Continue reading
New GM Models Post Strong February Sales, Retail Sales Up 1 Percent
Mar 1, 2006
Overall Sales Decline 2.5 Percent Compared to Year-Ago Level All-New Chevy Tahoe Sales Double From January; HUMMER Hits Sales Record for 10th Month Launch Vehicle Retail Sales Up 32 Percent Over January DETROIT - General Motors dealers in the United States in February posted a retail sales improvement of 1 percent. Tot ... Continue reading
General Motors in Geneva: Seven World and European Premieres
Feb 28, 2006
GENEVA, Switzerland, February 28 -- - Top attraction: Futuristic Saab Aero X Sport-Coupé Concept - Additional World Premieres: Opel GT, Chevrolet Epica and Captiva - European Debuts: New Cadillac Escalade, 310-hp Saab 9-5 Aero BioPower Concept, Chevrolet Tahoe Two-Mode Hybrid Picture is available via EPA (European Pre ... Continue reading
GM's All-New Full-Size SUVs Get Personal
Feb 22, 2006
Convenient and affordable accessories Accessories covered by GM’s Bumper-to-Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty DETROIT - February 22, 2006: GM ‘s all-new 2007 full-size sport utilities, the Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon and Cadillac Escalade are arriving in dealerships now, each one with a fresh look and dist ... Continue reading
Ultimate Car and Youth Culture Festival Kicks off 2006 Season in San Jose
Feb 10, 2006
IRVINE, Calif.--Feb. 10, 2006--Action Media premieres its all new 2006 XM Satellite Radio Hot Import Nights (HIN) season on Feb. 25 at the San Jose Convention Center from 5 p.m. to midnight. For 2006, HIN takes the ultimate custom car festival to a new level by creating a show that celebrates all elements of youth cult ... Continue reading
GM Certified Used Vehicles Offers Special Winter Rate Incentives on Full-Size GM SUVs
Feb 10, 2006
Industry's Top-Selling Certified Brand Provides Consumers Affordable Financing Detroit, MI - February 10, 2006: GM Certified Used Vehicles, the top-selling manufacturer-certified used vehicle brand according to Autodata Corp., today announced a nationwide winter rate incentive program on full-size GM SUVs to drive addi ... Continue reading
Feb 1, 2006
$118 million investment at GM's Baltimore Transmission creates up to 87 new jobs WHITE MARSH, MD. - General Motors announced today that the first light-duty integrated hybrid transmission to be designed and built in the U.S., will be produced at GM's Baltimore Transmission plant. The new two-mode hybrid transmission wi ... Continue reading
GM Arlington TX SUV Plant To Build Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon Two-Mode Hybrid
Feb 1, 2006
ARLINGTON, TEXAS - General Motors today announced the Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon Two-mode Hybrid SUVs will be built at its Arlington assembly plant beginning in late 2007. The vehicles will be equipped with GM's two-mode full hybrid transmission, which will be produced at its Baltimore Transmission Operations in Whi ... Continue reading
GM Reports Deliveries in January 2006, Up 6 Percent
Feb 1, 2006
FOR RELEASE: 2006-02-01 CONTACTS Cadillac, HUMMER, Pontiac, Saab and Saturn Post Sales IncreasesDeliveries of Chevrolet Tahoe Up 53 Percent; Large Utility Sales Rise 23 PercentLaunch Vehicle Momentum Continues, Paced by DTS, Lucerne, HHR, Impala, G6 and H3DETROIT - General Motors dealers in the United States sold 296,0 ... Continue reading
Feb 1, 2006
DETROIT - GMC's most premium full-size SUV offers enhanced features and craftsmanship in 2007 that distinguish it from other models in the segment. It is a comprehensive package of performance, amenities and style that delivers a powerful statement that is unique to GMC. GMC today announced that the all-new 2007 Yukon ... Continue reading
GM Says Full-Size Vehicles Have Seen Strong Demand
Jan 30, 2006
Houston, TX - January 30, 2006: Speaking at the Houston Auto Show, General Motors top executive said that demand from dealers for the auto maker's new slate of full-size vehicles has exceeded expectations. CEO Rick Wagoner touted the fuel efficiency of GM's large vehicles and said they represent the best full-size util ... Continue reading
Jan 22, 2006
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--Jan. 22, 2006--A 1950 General Motors Futurliner Parade of Progress Tour Bus and 1954 Pontiac Bonneville Special concept car designed by the legendary Harley Earl will be rejoined as the centerpieces of a private collection after selling for a combined US$6,800,000 at the 35th Anniversary Barrett-Jack ... Continue reading
2006 GMC Sierra Crew Cab 1500 Review
Jan 18, 2006
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS MODEL: GMC Sierra Crew Cab 1500 4WD SLE1 ENGINE: 6.0-liter V8 HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 345 hp @ 5200 rpm/380 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm TRANSMISSION: 4-speed automatic WHEELBASE: 143.5 in. LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT: 227.5 x 78.5 x 72.6 in. TIRES: P265/70R17 MAXIMUM PAYLOAD: 1,913 lbs. ECONOM ... Continue reading
German Automakers Make a Show for Diesels in U.S.
Jan 16, 2006
Washington DC January 16, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that Volkswagen and Mercedes both made strong showings with clean-burning diesel vehicles last week at the Detroit Auto Show, and even Toyota says it will consider a diesel version of its new Tundra full-size pickup to launch later this year. According to Th ... Continue reading
Hybrid Owners a Step Closer to Knowing Tax Credit
Jan 16, 2006
Washington DC January 16, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that automakers will soon be able to forecast how much a hybrid owner is eligible to deduct from his/her taxes under a new law issued by the IRS, reports USA Today. According to the IRS guidelines, automakers must now submit paperwork that ensures their vehi ... Continue reading
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