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NEW 2010 FORD FUSION

November 19th, 2008 · No Comments · News North America

NEW 2010 FORD FUSION, FUSION HYBRID OFFER LEADING FUEL EFFICIENCY, SMART NEW TECHNOLOGIES
* For the 2010 model year, the new Ford Fusion lineup expands to include an all-new hybrid model that offers class-leading fuel economy, besting the Toyota Camry hybrid by at least 6 mpg in the city; innovative new SmartGauge™ with EcoGuide coaches hybrid [...]

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The Mini E at L.A.

November 18th, 2008 · No Comments · EV, Motorshow, News North America

The BMW Group will be the world’s first manufacturer of premium automobiles to deploy a fleet of some 500 all-electric vehicles for private use in daily traffic. The MINI E will be powered by a 150 kW (204 hp) electric motor fed by a high-performance rechargeable lithium-ion battery, transferring its power to the front wheels [...]

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GMC and Pontiac Announce Pricing for 2009 Sierra Hybrid and G3

November 18th, 2008 · No Comments · Hybrids, News North America

GMC and Pontiac Announce Pricing for 2009 Sierra Hybrid and G3
DETROIT –GMC and Pontiac today announced pricing for two new models arriving in dealerships in early 2009, further reinforcing the channel’s reputation for value combined with efficiency and capability. The model introductions and MSRPs (including destination freight charge) include:
* The GMC Sierra Hybrid pickup truck, [...]

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Pontiac Rolls Out Enhanced G6 Family

November 18th, 2008 · No Comments · News North America

Pontiac Rolls Out Enhanced G6 Family
New Powertrain Options, Refreshed Exterior/Interior Available in January 2009
Pontiac G6 Enhancements at a Glance
* Availability of four-cylinder, 33 mpg G6 coupe; E85-capable V6 available
* Sportier front & rear fascias inspired by Pontiac G8
* Refreshed instrument panel with new radio, HVAC controls, gauge cluster
* Arrive in dealerships in January 2009
Detroit - [...]

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FORD’S ECOBOOST, EASY FUEL TECHNOLOGIES WIN POPULAR SCIENCE’S 2008 BEST OF WHAT’S NEW AWARDS

November 13th, 2008 · No Comments · Environment, News North America, Technology, fuel economy

FORD’S ECOBOOST, EASY FUEL TECHNOLOGIES WIN POPULAR SCIENCE’S 2008 BEST OF WHAT’S NEW AWARDS
*  Ford’s EcoBoost™ engines and the industry-exclusive Easy Fuel™ capless fuel filler have both won 2008 Popular Science’s Best of What’s New awards
* The Ford EcoBoost family of four- and six-cylinder engines uses turbocharging and direct injection technology to deliver up to [...]

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Racebred 2-Eleven Unleashed

November 12th, 2008 · No Comments · News Europe, News North America

12 November 2008
Racebred 2-Eleven Unleashed
The Lotus Sport 2-Eleven GT4 Supersport race car asserts itself at the pinnacle of the 2-Eleven range, combining race winning pedigree with unparalleled handling and balance.
Building on the success of the 2-Eleven road and track variants, Lotus Sport has developed this GT4 Supersport race car to compete in the European SRO [...]

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BMW 335d AND X5 xDrive35d PRICING ANNOUNCED

November 12th, 2008 · No Comments · Alternative fuel, News North America, clean diesel

BMW 335d AND X5 xDrive35d PRICING ANNOUNCED
11/11/2008
The era of BMW Advanced Diesel with BluePerformance begins
Woodcliff Lake, NJ - November 11, 2008… BMW of North America, LLC today announced pricing of the 335d Sedan and X5 xDrive35d Sports Activity Vehicle, the first two BMW Advanced Diesels with BluePerformance. The 335d Sedan will have an MSRP of [...]

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SAAB ‘CANOPY TOP’ BRINGS BREATH OF FRESH AIR TO CONVERTIBLE DESIGN

November 12th, 2008 · No Comments · Motorshow, News North America

SAAB ‘CANOPY TOP’ BRINGS BREATH OF FRESH AIR TO CONVERTIBLE DESIGN
9-X Air BioHybrid Convertible Concept Blends Efficiency With Progressive Design
LOS ANGELES – The Saab 9-X Air BioHybrid Convertible Concept, which makes its North American debut today at the Los Angeles Auto Show, is a design vision exploring what a future open-air Saab [...]

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NISSAN NV2500 CONCEPT SET FOR DEBUT

November 11th, 2008 · No Comments · Motorshow, News North America

NISSAN NV2500 CONCEPT SET FOR DEBUT
Nissan North America, Inc. today announced its Nissan NV2500 Concept, which makes its public debut in early January at the 2009 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. One of the largest concepts vehicle ever created by Nissan, the innovative NV2500 Concept previews the company’s entry into the North American [...]

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NAIAS Hosts Chinese Automakers Again in 2009

November 10th, 2008 · No Comments · Motorshow, News Asia, News North America

NAIAS Hosts Chinese Automakers Again in 2009
The North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) 2009 will host at least two
Chinese automakers. One makes an encore appearance; a second is a newcomer to
the NAIAS.
Brilliance Auto, BMW’s Chinese partner, will make its first appearance at the
NAIAS - and its first appearance at any North American auto show. BYD, [...]

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