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Ascari A10
2007-12-12 04:58:00
The Ascari A10 has smashed the Top Gear lap record.The Stig piloted the V8-engined, 625bhp supercar around our test track in just 1m 17.3, shaving three-tenths of a second off the previous record held by the Koenigsegg CCX with the Top Gear spoiler.With a claimed 0-60mph time of just 2.8 seconds and the ability to hit 100mph in under six seconds, the Ascari A10 was always going to be quick - but that lap time is simply astonishing.Best of all, the A10 is British built, in Ascari's Banbury factory - albeit around the German engine off the old BMW M5.If you reckon the A10 sounds like the sort of car that'd look good on your driveway, well, you'll need about £350,000 (and a very understanding partner) to make it happen. All that cash buys you a lot of carbon fibre, that amazing sequential 'box and, erm, not a lot else.A few weeks ago, the Caparo T1 lapped our track even quicker than the Ascari but was disqualified from the power laps board because it is unable to clear a speed bump...

Mitsubishi Upgrades Lancer, Outlander Four
2007-12-12 04:57:00
Mitsubishi will add another version of the "world engine" four-cylinder family to its Lancer and Outland er models.The new 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that will be installed in the compact sedan and crossover are essentially similar to the four-cylinders found in the Dodge Caliber and Jeep Compass. Chrysler, Mitsubishi, and Hyundai are partners in the joint venture that designed and developed the engines.In its Mitsubishi installation, the new 2.4-liter four-cylinder makes 168 hp and 167 pound-feet of torque, and in both new models, it's coupled to a continuously variable transmission.In the 2009 Lancer GTS, which goes on sale in the spring, the new engine turns in 16 more horsepower than the entry-level 2.0-liter four. Fuel economy with the 2.4-liter and CVT is estimated at 21/27 mpg. The CVT is programmed with six fixed ratios and equipped with paddle shifters. A five-speed manual will also be available.The Lancer GTS also includes a sport suspension, 18-inch wheels, paddle shi...
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Aston Affirms Bond Sticks With DBS
2007-12-12 04:57:00
Don't worry about old James Bond . Since he ditched his suits for a Speedo and took on a blond 'do, it's been rumored that he'd switch driving machines again--particularly since former Aston Martin owners at Ford have other vehicles they'd like to "prominently place" on movie screens everywhere.But for the new Bond movie in development--tagged only Bond 22 for now as a title is yet undecided--Daniel Craig will, once again, pilot an Aston DBS. Craig's first Bond flick, 2006's Casino Royale, saw him jet around in the Aston supercar for the first time, setting a Guinness record for "most cannon rolls in a car" at the same time. In that stunt, Aston reminds us, stuntman Adam Kirley rolled the DBS seven times for the cameras. (And we swore it was CGI!)Bond's former Astons include the DB5 from 1964's Goldfinger, which features ejector seats and rockets. More recently, the Vanquish appeared in DIe Another Day.The new Bond film isn't due until November of 2008, giving the community...
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2008 HUMMER HX Concept
2007-12-12 04:56:00
General Motors is known to have had its eye on the niche occupied by the Jeep Wrangler. And at the Detroit auto show next month, it may reveal more of its intentions to field a Wrangler competitor in the shape of the HUMMER HX concept.The HX Concept , shown in sketches at a GM press event today, also embodies some of the off-road hallmarks of the Toyota FJ Cruiser. BUT GM says the design of the new HX concept is all HUMMER, even though it's the work of three new designers.David Rojas, Min Young Kang, and Robert Jablonski are the artists GM assigned to envision a future off-road vehicle for the HUMMER brand. All three are graduates of the College for Creative Studies in Detroit. The vehicle would have to evince HUMMER's off-road credentials while passing muster with Carl Zipfel, the director of the brand's design studio.The resulting HX concept shares some elements with other HUMMER vehicles, like its flex-fuel-capable powertrain. But as the HX model is smaller and is a two-door ve...
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2008 Audi S8 Review
2007-12-12 04:56:00
IntroductionThe S8 is a high-performance version of the standard-wheelbase A8 (as opposed to the longer "L" version), and sends its 450 horsepower to all four wheels via a six-speed automatic transmission and Audi 's Quattro all-wheel-drive system. Car geeks may note that the V10's peak output isn't as high as it is in the high-strung Lambo Gallardo, as it has been tuned for a broader powerband that's better suited to a luxury car. No worries about performance -- this executive express can sprint to 60 mph in the mid-5-second range and will effortlessly run at autobahn speeds all day long.More than just a powerhouse engine, the S8's features list also includes a sport-tuned adjustable air suspension, 20-inch alloy wheels, upgraded brakes, unique styling tweaks (including distinctive front and rear fascias) and aggressively bolstered, multiadjustable front sport seats.The 2008 Audi S8 sits squarely in the middle of this group, not as overly sporty as the B7, though more so than t...
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2007 Hummer Racing
2007-12-12 04:55:00
HUMMER H3 Alpha and H3 first stock class vehicles to finish Baja.Racing legend Rod Hall earns 19th career win in 40th Anniversary raceDETROIT ? Team HUMMER once again demonstrated the inherent off-road capability of the HUMMER H3 as Rod, Josh and Chad Hall piloted their stock class H3 Alpha and H3 nearly 1,300 miles to become the first stock class vehicles to finish the 2007 SCORE International Baja 1000. The 2007 Baja 1000 marked the 40th anniversary of the grueling off-road race and covered 1,296.39 miles from Ensenada in Baja California to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, Baja California Sur. It ran from November 13-15, 2007.Team HUMMER races in the SCORE International full and mini stock classes which feature production-based vehicles with stock frames, stock suspension designs and production-based engines. With 18 entries, the 2007 race boasted the most stock class vehicles in the history of the 1000 and included models from seven different automakers.As the only racer to have competed ...
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Bentley Motors Showcases the Art of Design and Craftsmanship at 2007 Art Ba
2007-12-12 04:55:00
AUBURN HILLS, MI: Bentley Motors , Inc., the world's leading manufacturer of handcrafted, personally commissioned luxury automobiles, announces a unique collaboration with leaders in the world of design during Art Basel Miami Beach 2007. Art Basel Miami Beach is the most important art show in the U.S., combining an international selection of top galleries with an exciting program of special exhibitions and crossover events bringing together the worlds of music, film, architecture and design.At an exclusive event hosted by Bentley Motors, renowned designers Dror Benshetrit, Cory Grosser, and Sami Hayek have been invited to showcase a selection of original artistic creations that have been influenced by Bentley design. A select audience of VIP's and art aficionados will be treated to a presentation of these creations at a private residence on Hibiscus Island. The creations are the result of a six-month long collaboration between the designers and Bentley Motors.In commenting on worki...
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Bose Media System Test Drive in Ferrari 612 Scaglietti Elegant Interface Li
2007-12-12 04:54:00
If imitation is the most sincere form of flattery, then Ford should be thrilled by the glut of Sync-like infotainment systems popping up all over the automotive landscape. Possibly the most noteworthy is the Bose Media System . Like Sync, the Media System offers a variety of entertainment features (mostly music playback), plus hands-free phone capability and satellite navigation. It also matches Ford with a user-friendly interface that seamlessly integrates all of its functionality without confusing the user. However, unlike Sync, which is priced for the masses, Bose?s infotainment is only available to the exclusive few who can afford the $300,000 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti.Taking a closer look, the Bose system has all of the typical electronic bells and whistles you?d expect, including AM, FM and XM satellite radio; a CD transport that supports multiple disk formats; iPod connectivity; a 30GB harddrive (15GB for music, the other half to run the interface and store maps); a USB port to u...
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Audi R8 Named Playboy Magazine's Car of the Year
2007-12-12 04:54:00
CHICAGO, IL -- Which cars will be turning heads on the street this year? According to Playboy's "2008 Cars of the Year ," a high-performance hybrid surges past competitors, a European import squeezes to the top, and a luxury carmaker provides one of the most fuel efficient and affordable vehicles on the road.The selected cars were chosen by an expert team of automotive writers who traveled the world and test drove every new model hitting the showroom floor this year. The vehicles were taken on the sharpest turns, most challenging curves, and the steepest hills to properly separate the superlative from the mediocre. The vehicles featured in Playboy's January issue (on newsstands and at http://www.playboydigital.com/ Friday, December 7) include:PLAYBOY'S 2008 CAR OF THE YEAR: Audi R8This mid engine sexpot boasts a 420 bhp, 4.2-liter V8, and hits zero to 60 in a sexy 4.4 secondsBEST LUXURY SPORTS COUPE: Maserati GranTurismoFeatures a 405 bhp, 4.2-liter double overhead cam V8 packs 33...
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A sexy minivan Nissan concept goes for it
2007-12-12 04:54:00
Is the battle for minivan buyers moving beyond the cupholder, nifty cargo bins and seating and into the modern media age?The lowly minivan is getting a radical makeover and communications upgrades in the form of the new Nissan Forum - a concept to be introduced at the North American International Auto Show next month. Minivan sales are dropping and some automakers are abandoning the segment altogether in favor of sexier crossovers. The slump has some automakers looking at real styling innovation and equipment upgrades to overcome the commodization of minivans by low-price Korean automakers, for example, analysts say.The Forum - created by Nissan designers in La Jolla, Calif., and Farmington Hills, Mich. - is designed to shuttle the digital family with a little more pizazz. Like other recent Nissans, this one comes with an all-glass roof.It's a change taken right out of the playbook of Acura, which gave the boxy MD-X crossover a radical makeover more suited for a starring role in a ...
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2008 Koenigseder Opel GT'Aime
2007-12-12 04:53:00
Desire for an affair?K?nigseder makes his own motor show - not in Essen - but with his work on Opel GT. Women finally know what they want: 300 sleek-tuned PS.The affair Koenigseder and Opel takes place.With aerodynamic accents - frontspoiler and rear wing - race wins over mass and causes exactly the tension which an affair consists of. They emphasize the soft silhouette on the one hand and power the dynamic character of the car on the other hand.A KW coilover suspension version 3 guarantees sporty driving and lap records through individual damper adjustmest - also due to the Yokohama tires.Las Vegas: 20" Giovanna Dalar rims remind of Elvis' best times with rivet belts and match the car like chalk and cheese. Two American giants meet at Konigseder. Why not earlier?The custom made Brembo brake system provides excellent deceleration and the 332mm brake discs with red 4 pistons calipers underline the exciting erotic style of this convertible.The climax of the affair - naturally - take...
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2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
2007-12-12 04:53:00
Driving off in iconic, head-turning vehicles like the 2008 New Beetle and New Beetle convertible just got easier with new option packages from Volkswagen .The New Beetle sedan now is available in a well-equipped base model ?S? as well as the ?SE? model with premium sound, heated front seats and heated windshield washer nozzles.The sedan also is available in Platinum Gray and Reflex Silver. New 16-inch alloy wheels are available on the ?S,? and 17-inch alloy wheels are available on the ?SE.? The 2008 New Beetle and New Beetle convertible are available at Volkswagen dealers now, with a starting price of $17,365 for the hard-top and $23,125 for the soft-top.As you would expect from Volkswagen, the interior of the car has been given thorough attention. The newest interpretation of the iconic interior includes a single-bezel instrument cluster housing a large, easy-to-read, 140 mile-per-hour speedometer and a smaller tachometer and fuel gauge. Chrome accents enhance the instrument cluster...
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2008 Porsche 911 Turbo Coupe Aerokit
2007-12-12 04:53:00
Dr. Ing. h. c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, has developed a special Aerokit for the 911 Turbo Coupe . It includes a front spoiler lip and an entirely new engine cover design with fixed aerofoil.The characteristic front lip and the distinctive rear spoiler lend the typical turbo silhouette an even more dynamic appearance. The Porsche development center engineers in Weissach attached the greatest possible importance to aerodynamic functionality. The most important objective among the components refined in the wind tunnel was to improve the handling characteristics, given an unchanged drag coefficient of 0.31 compared with the production version.This ensures that the Aerokit?s optimized streamlining blends ideally with the 490 PS high performance Coupe?s harmonious overall design and enabled further reductions of the lift coefficients on the front and rear axles. This ensures an even more stable drive at high speed.The aerodynamically coordinated front and rear components may only be fitte...
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2009 Volkswagen Jetta TDi Test Drive Clean Diesel?s 50 MPG Meets Prius-Humb
2007-12-12 04:53:00
The new era of clean diesel in America will officially be ushered in by the new VW Jetta TDi when it goes on sale in a few months. Powered by a 2.0-liter four-banger that produces 140 hp and 236 lb.-ft. of torque, it will be the first automobile to meet the world?s most stringent emission control standards, California?s Tier II, Bin 5.Although it won?t be wearing the ?BlueTec? badge, the Jetta will be using emission-cleansing technologies developed under the cooperative formed by Audi, Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen to make it 50-state legal. Most BlueTec vehicles control NOx emissions?one of the biggest environmental hurdles facing diesels, along with particulate matter?by injecting a urea-based solution into the exhaust system upstream from the catalytic converter, where NOx is then converted into nitrogen and water. The Jetta will instead use a NOx-storage catalyst, which is basically a reservoir that temporarily holds the noxious emissions, like a particulate filter, until they ca...
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Full Test 2009 Nissan Murano LE
2007-12-12 04:52:00
As the 2009 Nissan Murano proves, Nissan figured out this whole crossover thing before the rest of us. It's pretty uncommon for a vehicle to actually gather increasing steam when it comes to sales as it gets older, but the Murano has done exactly that. Introduced as a 2004 model, sales of the Nissan Murano have climbed every year since then, reaching 81,000 units in 2006.Evolution, Not RevolutionNow that the Murano has developed a loyal following, Nissan has been careful to evolve, improve and upgrade the all-new 2009 Murano without compromising the things responsible for its success. As we see it, these things have been the Murano's untraditional exterior style, its ample second-row accommodations and its engaging driving dynamics.Good PerformanceAt the test track, the powerful 2009 Murano LE accelerates to 60 mph in 8 seconds flat, while its capable four-wheel disc brakes stop it from 60 mph in just 122 feet. These performance figures place it near the top of its class.When it c...
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Jeep Patriot Gets the Led Out
2007-12-12 04:52:00
How much would you pay for a pair of VIP tickets to see the one-off Led Zeppelin reunion gig in London on 10 December? If they included a champagne reception and access to the aftershow party as well, would you pay $70,000? Oh yes, and you get a limited edition Jeep Patriot as well.With just three days to go to one of the most eagerly anticipated gigs in rock history, RGVA, a U.K.-based vehicle branding company, is offering just seven of they exclusive 4x4s. Each is a 2.0-liter CRD Sport edition, with air conditioning, cruise control, two-tone leather, privacy glass, six-speed manual gearbox, remote central locking and a premium sound system.RGVA's sales and marketing boss Alison Smith said: "This is an exciting project to be involved with. It combines a rare chance to see one of the world's greatest bands, as well as a lasting souvenir of the event. We're really looking forward to seeing who the new lucky owners will be!"Demand for tickets to see Led Zeppelin reached incredible ...

2008 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 Review
2007-12-05 16:08:00
IntroductionYou'd have to be a little nutty to buy a 1-ton dually pickup truck and not really need one. Sure, those double tires and wide truck bed look tough, but the stiff-legged ride created by its beefed-up suspension can make highway cruising a jittery affair. Plus, driving a dually around suburbia is only one step removed from piloting a Norwegian Cruise liner down the Erie Canal. The 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 exists for truck buyers who need serious towing capacity, whether they're lugging around Secretariat's relatives or their own relatives in a 30-foot Fleetwood trailer. In other words, posers need not apply.The Ram 3500 features a dual-wheel rear axle (except for short-bed Quad Cabs) and is available in two-wheel- and four-wheel-drive configurations, with the latter being controlled electronically on all but the lowest trim level. The four-wheel-drive 3500 has a solid front axle and recirculating-ball steering setup, while the two-wheel-drive model gets an independent front ...
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2008 Nissan Rogue Review
2007-12-05 16:08:00
IntroductionIt's not quite to the extent of Moon Unit Zappa or Apple Martin, but the 2008 Nissan Rogue should give its parents hell for its name. While its similarly styled big brother Murano is named after the glass-making island in beautiful Venice, the little Rogue is at best named after a rather dull X-Men character. At worst, this stylish cute-ute crossover shares its moniker with an uncontrolled animal that lives apart from the herd, or a plant that is inferior and unwanted. Do Nissan's marketing folks not have a dictionary in the office?Powering the Rogue is a torquey 170-horsepower four-cylinder engine that provides smooth acceleration on par with other vehicles in the class. Unfortunately, it is tied to a continuously variable transmission (CVT) -- a design Nissan has utilized with great success in the V6-powered Altima, but needs rethinking here. Feeling like it's partially constructed of rubber bands, the CVT can get maddening on the freeway, constantly raising and dro...
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Full Test 2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
2007-12-05 16:07:00
Ever experience the Law of Automotive Similarity? You know, whatever you drive, you'll see it in great numbers? Well, we've been driving a 2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ sedan around for a couple of weeks now, and we've not seen very many other examples of any Chevy Malibu from recent model years.Just One LookSleek and handsome in the Dark Gray that Chevrolet has chosen as the car's signature color to help reinforce its upmarket aspirations, this car looks like the fitter, hipper younger brother when parked beside a dowdy '07 Malibu (still to be sold to commercial fleets as the 2008 Malibu Classic). And its straightforward design makes some of the Japanese competition seem downright quirky.Drive TimeThese and other basic dimensions come straight from GM's Epsilon chassis that the 2008 Malibu shares with the Saturn Aura. So it's no surprise that our top-level Malibu LTZ carries the same 252-horsepower 3.6-liter double-overhead-cam V6 with variable valve timing that we've seen in t...
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2008 Edo Competition Lamborghini Murcielago LP640 Versione Nardo
2007-12-05 16:06:00
October 21st, 2007. A 4am wake-up Espresso has to suffice. The remaining drowsiness disappears as soon as the 6.5 ltr. V12, now with 663 hp, is fired up. Re-torque the wheels once again. After checking the pressure of the new Continental V-max tires the edo competition LP 640 Versione Nardo rolls onto the 12.6 km (7.8 miles) long oval.Each contestant has 3 laps: The first one as the warm-up lap, the second one as the high-speed lap and the third one as the cool down lap. By now it?s 6am, the sun is rising over the test track. It?s chilly with light winds, but above all -It?s dry. On this Sunday morning the warm-up lap is driven at speeds between 280 and 300 km/h (174-186 mph). Particular attention is paid to vibrations, oil-and water-temperatures. It feels good, the LP 640, and thanks to the newly developed rear wing it?s so fantastically stable, as if the tires were glued to the south-Italian tarmac.Now it?s on. The second lap counts and the growl of the V12 is turning into an infe...
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2007 Citroen Nemo Concetto
2007-12-05 16:06:00
FINDING NEMO?After presenting Nemo at the Road Transport Show in Amsterdam in October 2007, Citroen is displaying NEMO CONCETTO at the 2007 Bologna Motor Show. Nemo Concetto is a take on a concept car based on Nemo, a compact, practical and intelligent vehicle that lends itself particularly well to this type of exercise.Nemo Concetto is a nod to Disney's clown fish hero, with its orange and white colour scheme. It illustrates the world and values of Nemo, as well as highlighting the many possible ways of customising this vehicle.Nemo Concetto illustrates the astonishing closeness between the Citroen Nemo and its clown fish homonym. Like the fish, Nemo Concetto can be considered as "small" among its peers. However, its size is an asset, since it is able to nip in and out of traffic easily.In a world where it would be tempting to think that bigger is better, Nemo Concetto combines intelligent design with compact exterior dimensions and interior space. It shows that intelligence is th...

2007 Lotus Exige S - Track Pack
2007-12-05 16:05:00
Seller: parkplaceAddress: 13710 Northup WayCity: BellevueState: WashingtonCountry: USAPrice: $66,150.00Date Added: December 4, 2007Expiration: April 2, 2008Link: http://www.parkplaceltd.comViews: 189Description:This Exige S is available for immediate delivery. It takes the already hard-core theme turns it up even one more notch with the optional Track Pack age and optional Lotus Traction Control. It is further equipped with Starshield paint protection for the Ardent Red paint, and the Touring Pack that gives you premium audio with XM satellite radio capability, leather seats, and weight-saving power window lifts.

2008 Porsche 911 GT3 Cup
2007-12-05 15:54:00
New 420 bhp Porsche 911 GT3 Cup Stuttgart. The new Porsche 911 GT3 Cup is entering the 2008 motorsport season with engine output increased to 420 bhp. The car will be raced in the Porsche Mobil1 Supercup, the world?s fastest international brand trophy, and worldwide in national Porsche Carrera Cups and GT3 Cup Challenges. 265 units of this production-based racing car developed in Weissach will be built on Porsche?s production line in Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen, marking a new record for a car of this category.The most significant modification compared with last year?s model is the new rear end following the design of the production model. Air venting slits ensure better dissipation of heat at the rear. The 3.6-litre six-cylinder boxer engine developed in Weissach is also based on the street-legal GT3 and develops maximum output of 420 bhp, 20 horsepower more than on the previous model. The sequential six-speed transmission with interruption of engine power enables the driver to shift up ...

2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor SUV
2007-12-05 15:32:00
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) continues to enhance the value of its Endeavor mid-size crossover SUV model, making the Active Stability and Traction Control (ASTC) system standard on front-wheel drive models for 2008 . (The ASTC system was already standard on the all-wheel drive models.) 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor LTD Endeavor is available as the high-value LS and the luxuriously equipped SE that challenges near-luxury brand models, but at a better value. All models are powered by a 225-hp 3.8-liter SOHC V-6 engine that requires regular-grade fuel. In addition to three rich new exterior colors, the 2008 Endeavor offers a new two-tone leather seating option in the SE model grade. The Suki Beige seating is accented by black side bolsters for a truly luxurious appearance. "Endeavor brings bold, sporty style to the mid-size segment and today remains a compelling choice, thanks to its smooth, easy-to-drive performance, comprehensive safety technology and generous standard equ...
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Los Angeles Rolls Out the "Green Carpet" for General Motors' Chevy Volt Con
2007-12-05 15:31:00
Extended-Range Electric Vehicle Will Electrify Los Angeles Commuting General Motors ' extended-range electric vehicle concept arrives in Southern California on Thursday, giving Angelenos a rare, up close preview of the highly-anticipated Chevy Volt. The vehicle will be on display at hot spot locations throughout Los Angeles from December 6 through December 11. Los Angeles is one of only four U.S. cities to host the Chevy Volt around town, providing an opportunity for locals to see the car of the future. Chevy Volt Concept Car Since its introduction in January at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, the Chevy Volt sedan - powered by GM's E-Flex electric propulsion system - has energized car enthusiasts in the U.S. and abroad with its potential to greatly reduce trips to the gas station for many commuters, as well as greatly reduce CO2 emissions. More than 75 percent of drivers in the United States commute fewer than 40 miles a day1. For these drivers, a fully charg...
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Tata Motors Reports Total Vehicle Sales for November 2007
2007-12-05 15:30:00
Tata Motors reported a total sale of 46,947 vehicles (including exports) for the month of November 2007, a decline of 4% compared to 49,061 vehicles sold in November last year. Cumulative sales for the company at 3,59,251 nos., grew by 0.3% over last year. The domestic market continues to be sluggish, due to the high interest rate regime, continuing to affect retails.Commercial Vehicle sThe company?s sales of commercial vehicles in November 2007 in the domestic market were 26,895 nos., a growth of 4% compared to 25,793 vehicles sold in November last year. M&HCV sales stood at 14,426 nos, a growth of 0.2% over November 2006, while LCV sales were 12,469 nos., a growth of 10% over November 2006.Cumulative sales of commercial vehicles in the domestic market for the fiscal were 1,86,869 nos., a growth of 2% over last year. Cumulative M&HCV sales stood at 97,182 nos., a decline of 7% over last year, while LCV sales for the fiscal were 89,687 nos., an increase of 14% over last year....
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Chrysler LLC Announces Overall November 2007 U.S. Sales Down 2 Percent
2007-12-05 15:29:00
Blames Flat Consumer Spending Chrysler LLC dealers delivered 161,088 new vehicles to U.S. customers in November 2007, down 2 percent compared with a year ago. All sales figures are reported as unadjusted. Highlights:- Chrysler brand car sales rise 9 percent over November 2006; led by Chrysler Sebring Convertible- Chrysler Town & Country up 10 percent on the success of the new model- Jeep(R) brand sales down 2 percent year-over-year- Dodge brand sales up 6 percent from the same period last year led by Dodge Avenger, Charger, and Nitro- Dealer inventory down 4 percent or 18,612 units versus November 2006 "Despite consumer concerns, Chrysler LLC sales are off only 2 percent showing customers are still purchasing quality and value. High fuel prices and falling home prices continue to impact vehicle sales in November which remain below trend," said Darryl Jackson, Vice President - U.S. Sales . "We remain optimistic moving into December due to the growing availability of new models, i...
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Lists the 10 Best Car Features Introduced in 2007
2007-12-05 15:28:00
What's the Coolest New Car Feature?The automobile industry continues to make great strides, bringing new, creative features to market each year. Whether related to safety, comfort or convenience, carmakers develop a wide variety of new features to attract new-car shoppers. With countless hours behind the wheel of new vehicles, the Cars.com reviewers identified what they consider the 10 most notable features that debuted in 2007."We're impressed every year with the new features that show up in cars, but this year the 2008 Infiniti EX35, which goes on sale at the end of December, definitely offered the most," said Cars.com managing editor Patrick Olsen. "It has our favorite new feature, Lane Departure Prevention."The Top 10 new car features according to Cars.com include:1. Lane Departure PreventionWhere you can find it: Infiniti EX35Infiniti's Lane Departure Prevention builds on conventional lane-departure warning systems, which detect lane markings and sound a chime if you drift a...
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Mitsubishi Sales Through November 2007 Exceed Entire 2006 Total
2007-12-05 15:27:00
Mitsubishi Motors announced today that calendar year-to-date (CYTD) sales reached 123,089 as of the end of November , a 13.3% increase compared to the first eleven months of 2006 and already more than the entire 2006 full-year total of 118,558. November sales this year were 7,983, a decrease of 13.8 percent compared to the 9,256 units sold in November 2006.The new Mitsubishi Outlander crossover sport utility continued to show the largest year-over-year increase through November, at 136%. Mitsubishi Lancer sedan (61%), Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder convertible (15.4%), Mitsubishi Raider truck (10%), and Mitsubishi Galant sedan (1%) sales are also ahead in 2007 compared to the January-November period a year ago.November sales highlights:-- Sales of the all-new fuel efficient Mitsubishi Lancer were 1,708 in November, a 54% increase over November 2006.-- Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder convertible sales were up 5.9% in November.-- Mitsubishi Raider sales were up 35.1% for the month.-- Mitsubishi E...
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BMW Group Reports 4.2 Percent Increase in November 2007 Sales
2007-12-05 15:27:00
Year-to-Date Sales of BMW Group (BMW and MINI combined) up 7.8 Percent The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) reported November sales of 26,985 vehicles, an increase of 4.2 percent over the 25,889 vehicles sold in November 2006. The BMW Group also increased its year-to-date sales volume to 302,079 vehicles, up 7.8 percent, compared to 280,186 vehicles in the same period of 2006. BMW Brand Sales Sales of BMW brand vehicles increased 5.3 percent in November for a total of 23,808 compared to 22,602 vehicles reported in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date BMW brand sales were up 8.3 percent, to 263,596 vehicles compared to 243,487 vehicles sold in the first eleven months of 2006. MINI Brand Sales MINI USA reported November sales of 3,177 automobiles, down 3.3 percent from the 3,287 cars sold in November 2006. Year-to-date, the division reported sales of 38,483 automobiles, an increase of 4.9 percent, compared to the 36,699 cars reported through November of 2006. Table: ...
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