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Worldwide Sales At Mercedes-Benz Cars Increase 3.5 Percent In March 2008
In the first quarter of 2008, the Mercedes-Benz Cars division delivered more Mercedes-Benz, AMG, smart, and Maybach brand vehicles than during the first three months of any previous year. A total of 318,700 customers worldwide opted for a model from one of the four brands during the first quarter of the year (Q1 2007: 286,800), which corresponds to an increase of 11 percent. March sales at Mercede more...

Ford pays top executives top dollar
Ford Motor Co. paid Chief Executive Alan Mulally $21.7 million in 2007, a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission revealed Friday. Mulally's total package included a $2 million salary, $7 million in bonuses and various stock awards, The Detroit News reported. On the year, he took a cut in compensations, having grossed $28.2 million in 2006. In 2007, the company reduced its l more...

Kia debuts KOUP concept at 2008 New York International Auto Show
Combining youthful exuberance with a sporty and sleek design, Kia Motors America (KMA) today globally debuted the KOUP concept at the 2008 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) during a press conference at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. Illustrating the shape and evolution of future Kia vehicles, the simple yet bold and aggressive KOUP exterior is complemented by its realistic and sleek more...

Prince Albert II given the keys to a BMW Hydrogen 7
Monaco/Munich. Prince Albert II received the keys to a BMW Hydrogen 7 at the opening of the EVER MONACO environment exhibition. The use of the vehicle is part of the "Sustainable Environmental Protection" programme which is one of the cornerstones of policy in the Principality. Prince Albert will be using a vehicle which can be operated practically without emissions in hydrogen mode (onl more...

Renault Laguna GT : intense pleasure and absolute efficacy
Stylish, expressive Renault Laguna GT introduces the new Active Drive chassis with four-wheel steering (4WS), developed jointly by Renault and Renault Sport Technologies to yield the ultimate in driving pleasure, as regards handling, response and precision. Its sporty calling is further enhanced by the availability of two exclusive, high-performance engines (180hp/131kW and 205hp/150kW). Thanks to more...

Chrysler LLC Introduces Entire 2009 Dodge Challenger Model Lineup
At the New York International Auto Show, Chrysler LLC unveiled its full 2009 Dodge Challenger model lineup. Pricing will start in the low $20's. The all-new 2009 Dodge Challenger merges the best American muscle-car characteristics — unmistakable design, world-class handling, powerful engines, and technology — to delight driving enthusiasts across several generations. "Our more...

Nissan Production, Sales and Export Results for February 2008
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today announced production, sales and export figures for February 2008. 1.Production Nissan’s global production grew 14.0% year-on-year to 322,257 units, marking an all-time record for the month of February. In Japan, the X-Trail, Rogue and new Infiniti EX contributed to increased production. Total domestic production rose 27.6% to 140,699 units, compared to more...

2009: Kia debuts with Optima at New York International Auto Show
Kia Motors America (KMA) today globally unveiled the 2009 Optima midsize sedan at the New York International Auto Show. On sale in early fall, the refreshed Optima offers a completely modified exterior, which offers a more aggressive, dynamic style than previous models, and is outfitted with a new engine that provides more power and better fuel economy. For 2009, Optima also is larger than its pre more...

Suzuki debuts concept Kizashi 3 at 2008 New York International Auto Show
Performing onstage at this year’s New York International Auto Show in front of a packed house, American Suzuki Motor Corp. hosts the world debut of its sleek and athletic Concept Kizashi 3, which completes the company’s star-studded cast of media-acclaimed Kizashi concepts. In addition to the North American reveals of Concept Kizashi and Concept Kizashi 2, the global introduction of Co more...

Honda Begins Testing of Advanced Safety Vehicles
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. announced that it will conduct testing on public roadways of its Driving Safety Support Systems*1 (DSSS) using inter-vehicle and road-to-vehicle communications. The tests, which will be conducted using the “Honda ASV-4” Advanced Safety Vehicle*2 and other vehicles equipped with advanced safety technology, will be carried out between Monday, March 24, and Friday, M more...