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All-New Mazda Premacy Proves Popular in Japan…4WD available

Posted on05. Aug, 2010 by webmestre.

All-New Mazda Premacy Proves Popular in Japan
- First-month orders more than four times the monthly sales target; 80 percent of customers choose i-stop -
HIROSHIMA, Japan—Mazda Motor Corporation today announced that it has received 7,240 orders for the all-new Mazda Premacy during its first month of sales in Japan. This result, achieved in the one month [...]

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Zhejiang Geely Completes Acquisition of Volvo Car Corporation

Posted on02. Aug, 2010 by webmestre.

Zhejiang Geely Completes Acquisition of Volvo Car Corporation
Stefan Jacoby Named President and Chief Executive of Volvo Cars; New Board Unveiled
Hangzhou, China / Gothenburg, Sweden – 2nd August 2010 – Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co., Ltd. (“Geely Holding Group”), one of the fastest-growing car manufacturers in China, today announced it has completed the acquisition of 100 [...]

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GM Unveils Chevrolet Volt MPV5 Electric Concept at Auto China 2010

Posted on25. Apr, 2010 by webmestre.

Crossover with Extended Range Capability Builds on Volt’s Foundation

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Beijing – Chevrolet has made a major commitment to providing world-class, fuel-efficient vehicles to its customers around the world. In recent months, through GM’s Shanghai GM joint venture, Chevrolet has introduced the fuel-efficient Cruze and New Sail in China. It will [...]

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Top Ten World Car and World Performance Car Finalists Announced

Posted on04. Feb, 2010 by webmestre.

AND NOW THERE ARE TEN ..
Top Ten World Car and World Performance Car Finalists Announced
The countdown has begun in preparation for the 2010 World Car Awards winners’ press conference co-hosted by Bridgestone Corporation and the BASF Group at the New York International Auto Show on Thursday, April 1, 2010.   The 2010 World Car of the [...]

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Volvo launches an energy-efficient 2-litre GTDi engine with unique turbo system

Posted on29. Jan, 2010 by webmestre.

Volvo launches an energy-efficient 2-litre GTDi engine with unique turbo system
Volvo Car Corporation is introducing an all-new four-cylinder 2-litre GTDi (Gasoline Turbocharged Direct Injection) engine in the Volvo S80, V70 and XC60, offering great performance and efficiency all in one.
New Volvo-developed turbocharging technology, direct injection and twin variable camshafts give a unique combination of low [...]

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Mazda Releases Facelifted Atenza (Mazda6) in Japan

Posted on26. Jan, 2010 by webmestre.

Mazda Releases Facelifted Atenza in Japan
- Enhanced environmental and safety features, driving performance, interior and exterior quality; 2.0L engine models qualify for Japan’s eco-car tax breaks -
HIROSHIMA, Japan—Mazda Motor Corporation has commenced sales of the facelifted Mazda Atenza (known overseas as the Mazda6) for the Japanese market. Available in three body styles — Sedan, Sport [...]

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GM Sales in China Jump 66.9% in 2009 to All-Time High, Continue to Lead the Industry

Posted on04. Jan, 2010 by webmestre.

GM Sales in China Jump 66.9% in 2009 to All-Time High, Continue to Lead the Industry
o 1,826,424 units sold in 2009, achieving year-end market share record of 13.4%
o Builds on forward-looking strategy of rolling out new products with improved fuel economy
o Ongoing expansion and investment position GM for long-term success
Shanghai – GM and its joint [...]

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Volvo sold to Geely…agreement will be signed early 2010

Posted on23. Dec, 2009 by webmestre.

FORD CONFIRMS SETTLEMENT OF ALL SUBSTANTIVE COMMERCIAL TERMS TO SELL VOLVO TO GEELY IN 2010
DEARBORN, Mich., Dec. 23, 2009 – Ford Motor Company [NYSE: F] confirmed today that all substantive commercial terms relating to the potential sale of Volvo Car Corporation have been settled between Ford and Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Company Limited.
While some work [...]

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Saab Automobile and Beijing Automotive reach milestone in technology cooperation

Posted on14. Dec, 2009 by webmestre.

Saab Automobile and Beijing Automotive reach milestone in technology cooperation
o Saab closed on a sale of certain Saab 9-3, current 9-5 and Powertrain technology to BAIC
o Current 9-5 tooling will move to China where it will be used to make BAIC vehicles
o Saab will assist BAIC in integrating this technology into BAIC vehicles

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