2009 CTS-V Blisters Nurburgring
Breaks 8-minute barrier, fastest documented lap time for a production sedan
In testing this morning at Germany’s Nurburgring, Cadillac’s upcoming new 2009 CTS-V completed a lap of the legendary Nordschleife in 7:59.32. This blistering time appears to be the fastest ever publicly documented for a production sedan.
Cadillac is nearing the completion of testing […]

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Chrysler Celebrates Production of All-New 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8®
* Highly anticipated 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8® production begins at Brampton Assembly Plant
* Employees, guests join Chrysler executive Vice President Frank Ewasyshyn for festivities
* Manufacturing expertise contributes to product quality
* Modern muscle car offers best of past, present
Auburn Hills, Mich., May 8, 2008  -  Chrysler LLC today […]

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Mazda Announces All-New Minivan for Japan, ‘Mazda Biante’
HIROSHIMA, Japan—Mazda Motor Corporation today announced its newly developed eight-seat minivan, the Mazda Biante, which will go on sale in Japan during summer 2008.
The name ‘Biante’ was coined from the English word, ‘ambient,’ to create the impression of a unified interior space that contributes to an enjoyable and […]

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2009 FORD FLEX: BUILT IN CANADA CROSSOVER REDEFINES TRAVEL FOR MODERN NORTH AMERICAN FAMILIES
* On Sale:  The 2009 Ford Flex goes on sale this summer.  It will be manufactured at Ford’s Oakville Assembly Complex in Ontario, Canada.
* Crossover Leadership:  From its bold design and striking interior to its segment-exclusive features, Ford Flex builds on the […]

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J.D. Power and Associates and What Car? Report:
Toyota Prius Ranks Highest in Satisfying Customers in the UK for a
Second Consecutive Year
Lexus Leads Nameplate Rankings for an Eighth Consecutive Year
LONDON: 8 May 2008 – Toyota’s hybrid car, the Prius, is the highest-ranking model in the J.D. Power and Associates/What Car? 2008 UK Car Customer Satisfaction Index […]

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NEW FORD KUGA SET TO DRIVE RETAIL SALES
BRENTWOOD, Essex, 8 May, 2008 – The launch of Ford’s new crossover, the Kuga, will strengthen the appeal of the blue oval, which has seen popularity rise by over six per cent with private car buyers.
The Ford Kuga goes on sale next month in the expanding compact 4×4 […]

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Chevrolet Unveils New Midget Racing Engine
Tony Stewart Racing to Introduce All-New Chevy Engine in USAC National Midget Car Series
INDIANAPOLIS – Chevrolet’s all-new Midget racing engine was unveiled today at Indianapolis Motor Speedway by GM representatives and United States Auto Club (USAC) team owner Tony Stewart. Designed by GM Racing specifically for the USAC National Midget […]

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LINCOLN JOINS FORCES WITH HARRY CONNICK, JR. AND HOUSE BEAUTIFUL MAGAZINE TO ONCE AGAIN MAKE “DREAMS” COME TRUE IN NEW ORLEANS
* In September 2007, Lincoln shined the spotlight on New Orleans Habitat Musicians’ Village through its Lincoln MKX “Hometown” spot featuring Harry Connick, Jr.
* Lincoln is joining forces with Harry Connick, Jr. and House Beautiful […]

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2009 SUZUKI SX4: FIRST CAR IN AMERICA UNDER $16,000 WITH STANDARD NAVIGATION
* 2009 Suzuki SX4 Sport and SX4 Crossover to feature integrated standard navigation
* Advanced functionality of SX4 navigation system includes available Bluetooth capability, a lowest price gas finder and real-time traffic
* Suzuki infuses “Way of Life!” brand spirit into system with Suzuki-recommended landmarks and […]

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FORD’S NEW 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OFFERS 4-6 PERCENT FUEL ECONOMY IMPROVEMENT
* The new 6F35 front-wheel-drive transmission is the latest example of Ford’s powertrain technology that increases fuel economy and lowers CO2 emissions.
* The new 6-speed debuts in the 2009 Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner sport-utility crossover vehicles.
* Advanced automatic transmissions represent one part of Ford’s […]

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