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Castrol, Qatar Fuel launch automotive lubricants in Qatar Wednesday, November 19, 2008 @ 7:25AMCastrol, a global lubes manufacturer and marketer, has appointed Qatar Fuel (WOQOD), a downstream energy marketing and distribution company listed on the Doha Securities Exchange (DSM), as the authorised distributor of its renowned automotive brands range of mineral, semi-synthetic and fully synthetic oils for the State of Qatar.
"Street racers must pay for what they do" Wednesday, November 19, 2008 @ 7:15AMAfter an accident involving street racers in which an innocent woman died, the head of a road safety group tells swissinfo that a stronger line is needed.
Chrysler has new supply partner Wednesday, November 19, 2008 @ 6:02AMChrysler and ZF Friedrichschafen AG of Germany have formed a partnership to run a new axle plant about 60 miles north of Detroit, with production slated to begin in early 2010.
Kelley Blue Book Announces Winners of 2009 Best Resale Value Awards Wednesday, November 19, 2008 @ 5:30AM Saving Advice for Finding New Vehicles with Minimal Depreciation Ahead
European October Car Sales Fall 15% as Credit Crisis Deepens Friday, November 14, 2008 @ 7:37AMNov. 14 (Bloomberg) -- European car sales plunged almost 15 percent in October, the sixth straight monthly decline, as credit-market turmoil and an economic slowdown hurt demand.
European Car Mkt Shrinks By 15% In Oct As Indus Woes Deepen Friday, November 14, 2008 @ 7:34AMFRANKFURT (Dow Jones)--European new passenger-car registrations fell 15% on the year in October at 1.13 million vehicles as consumers continued to delay big-ticket purchases amid the financial crisis, the European Automobile Manufacturers Association, or ACEA, said Friday.
Bailout Or Not, Detroit Has A Capacity Problem Tuesday, November 11, 2008 @ 7:36PMDetroit is shutting factories, but the foreigners are still building them.
AUTOMOBILE Magazine Names the Nissan GT-R Automobile of the Year Tuesday, November 11, 2008 @ 6:18PMANN ARBOR, Mich.November 11, 2008; AUTOMOBILE Magazine announced today that the Nissan GT-R is the 2009 Automobile of the Year. The magazine also named the Audi A5 Design of the Year, Honda president and CEO Takeo Fukui Man of the Year, and Direct Fuel Injection Technology of the Year.
Innovations Award-Winning CANMAX400 Dockable Interface Now Shipping From Directed Electronics Tuesday, November 11, 2008 @ 5:02PMVISTA, Calif., Oct. 29 /- Directed Electronics, a wholly-owned subsidiary of DEI Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:DEIX), is pleased to announce the immediate availability of the CANMAX400, winner of the Innovations Award at the 2008 Consumer Electronics Show. This combined remote start and door lock interface supports the installation of the leading brands of vehicle security and remote start systems with ...
(AFX UK Focus) 2008-11-11 15:51 FEATURE-Hungarian workers suffer as car crunch closes in Tuesday, November 11, 2008 @ 4:20PMBy Balazs Koranyi
Hungarian workers suffer as car crunch closes in Tuesday, November 11, 2008 @ 4:11PMDUNAKILITI, Hungary (Reuters) - Hungarian auto worker Ferenc Sagi has read about the world financial crisis in the papers but did not think it would have much impact on his life in this sleepy town near the Austrian border.
Sales of foreign cars in Russia down 5.7% in October, up 36% in 10 mths(Part 2) Tuesday, November 11, 2008 @ 1:41PMMOSCOW. Nov 11 (Interfax) - Sales of foreign-produced automobiles in Russia increased 36% to 1.781 million in January-October 2008 compared to the same period of 2007, the auto producers committee of the Association of European Businesses (AEB) said in a press release.
Auto Health Shares Front Seat with Personal Health for American Drivers Tuesday, November 11, 2008 @ 11:31AM(ARA) - Tire pressure and blood pressure - Americans are equally concerned about both, according to a new survey that compares attitudes about personal health and vehicle maintenance.
Superior Industries Reports 2008 Third Quarter Financial Results Friday, November 7, 2008 @ 1:00PM VAN NUYS, Calif.----Superior Industries International, Inc. today announced a net loss of $14.2 million, or $0.53 per share, for the third quarter of 2008, which included a $5.0 million pretax charge for the impairment of long-lived assets related to the previously announced closing of the company’s Pittsburg, Kansas facility.
Parked vehicles incur tire slashings Friday, November 7, 2008 @ 9:15AMDELHI _ Eight people who parked their cars along Division Street in Delhi on Wednesday night woke up to find slashed tires on Thursday morning.Andrew Hurd, a State University College of Technology at Delhi student who rents an apartment from Brigitte Dritsas, said the discovery of a flat tire on his car annoyed him.
Hungarian Industrial Output Falls Most Since 1992 on Exports Thursday, November 6, 2008 @ 8:27AMNov. 6 (Bloomberg) -- Hungarian industrial production dropped the most in more than 16 years in September as the global financial crisis hit the economy and slowing growth in western Europe curbed demand for exports.
Audi to get network to sell its greener credentials Friday, October 31, 2008 @ 7:09AMAudi UK will modify its training programmes for all retailers next year to enable them to better sell an environmental message.
2008 Paris Motor Show Roundup Friday, October 31, 2008 @ 4:58AM
Audi opens first dealership in Vietnam Friday, October 31, 2008 @ 1:52AMGerman premium automobile manufacturer Audi has opened its first Vietnamese dealership in Ho Chi Minh City.
Rochester man admits fleeing scene of accident Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 7:09AMA Rochester man has admitted that he drove away from an accident that seriously injured an 8-year-old boy, but said he fled because a crowd began to attack him.
Luxury car sales in top gear Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 6:29AMDespite the global meltdown, companies like Mercedes, BMW, Audi, Porsche, Rolls Royce and Bentley have recorded fantastic growth in recent months. Analysts say the demand has been coming from high net worth individuals to whom banks or other financial institution do not refrain from lending. Further, many of these transactions take place in cash. The yearly sales numbers are small when compared ...
One Step Closer to Supercar Brakes for Everyday Cars Tuesday, October 28, 2008 @ 10:05PMSTEZZANO, Italy — Brembo, the undisputed king of butt-kicking brakes, recently cut a deal to take over all of a joint venture it had with Mercedes-Benz parent Daimler AG which since 2004 had designed, developed and manufactured carbon-ceramic brake discs.
World Series game 5 Tuesday, October 28, 2008 @ 8:05PMPHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia Phillies could be three innings from a World Series championship. Or the Tampa Bay Rays could start a three-game winning streak.
John Kenny: Irish Motorsport Blog Tuesday, October 28, 2008 @ 12:16PMThe line up of finalists for the Dunlop/Motorsport Ireland Young Racing Driver of the Year is complete with the announcement that 21 year old Paul Grogan has been named as the winner of the Driver of the Month for September.
BMW Study Reveals Most Consumers Want Green Cars Only If They Offer Performance Monday, October 27, 2008 @ 5:28PMDrivers are ready to buy more energy efficient cars but only if they can still deliver the highest levels of driving dynamics. And while modern-day motorists are opting for lower emission cars, it’s not to save the planet, it’s because the cars will be kinder to their wallets.
Cars of the Year Friday, October 24, 2008 @ 4:06PMAudi, BMW top strong field at Car of the Year awards
Pacquiao now in fifth gear – Ariza Thursday, October 23, 2008 @ 5:13PMThe decision of Oscar De La Hoya to spend eight weeks of high-altitude training in Big Bear, California won’t benefit much the Golden Boy when he faces Filipino fireball Manny Pacquiao on Dec. 6 in Las Vegas.
Does This Mean Owning An A5 Means You Are Healthier than Your Neighbors? Thursday, October 23, 2008 @ 2:29PMDoes This Mean Owning An A5 Means You Are Healthier than Your Neighbors?
IntelliChoice.com Names Best Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) Programs for 2009 Thursday, October 23, 2008 @ 2:18PMSAN DIEGO October 23, 2008; IntelliChoice.com, a leading provider of automotive cost and value analysis and part of Source Interlink Media , today announced the winners of its 10th annual ranking of Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) manufacturer-sponsored programs.
IntelliChoice.com Names Best Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) Programs for 2009 Thursday, October 23, 2008 @ 12:00PM SAN DIEGO----IntelliChoice.com, the leading provider of automotive cost and value analysis and part of Source Interlink Media , today announced the winners of its 10th annual ranking of Certified Pre-Owned manufacturer-sponsored programs.
Audi to reduce 20% of temporary workforce in Hungary Thursday, October 23, 2008 @ 9:50AMGerman luxury car manufacturer Audi plans to reduce 20% of its temporary workforce at its Hungarian unit, Audi Hungaria Motor, beginning in November 2008, in view of slowing demand, said Reuters.
Audi to Expand Audio Offerings with HD Radio(TM) Technology Wednesday, October 22, 2008 @ 10:03PM Providing drivers with a heightened entertainment experience, Audi of America today announced plans to offer HD Radio technology as a standard feature in many of its vehicles beginning with 2011 models, which will start arriving in dealerships in 2010.
Audi A5 Wins 2009 Active Lifestyle Vehicle of the Year Recognition Wednesday, October 22, 2008 @ 9:20PM The Audi A5 earned the Active Lifestyle Vehicle of the Year Award in the luxury on-road category, outperforming 10 competitors. The awards, now in their fifth year, recognize cars and trucks that are best suited to meet the demands of an active and athletic lifestyle.
In Defense Of Brightly Colored FWD Cars [Hulk Angry] Wednesday, October 22, 2008 @ 8:23PMJack Baruth over at the many-coloned Speed:Sport:Life, which brought us the F430 v. GT500 v. Elise v. Caliber challenge, is at it again with a tirade against those who eschew FWD and brightly-colored...
Mileage Marathon Confirms Efficiency of Audi models Tuesday, October 21, 2008 @ 1:56PMINGOLSTADT/SANTA MONICA - October 21, 2008: The Audi Mileage Marathon, now completed, has provided convincing evidence of the efficiency of TDI engine technology. The fuel consumption of all 23 models in this 7,865-kilometer (4,887-mile) test was excellent.
Raid bid at security depot foiled Tuesday, October 21, 2008 @ 12:08PMStaff at a Shropshire security depot foil an attempted raid by a group of five men.
Boulder motorcyclist killed Sunday identified Monday, October 20, 2008 @ 6:15PMA motorcyclist killed Sunday morning on Colo. 74 in Jefferson County has been identified as Conor P. McMahon, 27, of Boulder, according to the Colorado State Patrol.
Gumotex buys Czech PU and PP auto business Friday, October 17, 2008 @ 10:33AMCzech rubber boat, foam mattress and automotive parts manufacturer Gumotex has acquired the polyurethane and polypropylene auto components business of another Czech firm Tanex Plasty.
New Biodiesel Standards Released by American Society for Testing and Materials Friday, October 17, 2008 @ 1:36AMDETROIT — Biodiesel is going mainstream this week, as new standard definitions of the fuel have been issued.
Airikkala: Subaru is dead! Thursday, October 16, 2008 @ 4:46PM1989 RAC winner and 1979 BRC champion Pentti Airikkala says Subaru are screwed!
Climate Ambassador Al Gore in Audi A6 TDI e Thursday, October 16, 2008 @ 4:01PMAl Gore, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, Climate Ambassador and former Vice President of the United States, traveled to the Netherlands on October 14 to speak to approximately 2,000 guests about his most pressing issue: the reduction of emissions to protect the climate. His choice of transportation: the AUDI A6 2.0 TDI e, the most efficient automobile in its class. By traveling in the A6 2.0 TDI e, ...
Climate Ambassador Al Gore in Audi A6 TDI e Thursday, October 16, 2008 @ 4:01PMAl Gore, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, Climate Ambassador and former Vice President of the United States, traveled to the Netherlands on October 14 to speak to approximately 2,000 guests about his most pressing issue: the reduction of emissions to protect the climate. His choice of transportation: the AUDI A6 2.0 TDI e, the most efficient automobile in its class. By traveling in the A6 2.0 TDI e, ...
Bosch Powers Audi Clean Diesel Across the U.S. and Around the World Thursday, October 16, 2008 @ 3:37PM A 4,800 mile real-world test track is showcasing the capabilities, fuel efficiency and low-emissions system of the 2009 Audi clean diesel Q7 3.0 TDI.
Bosch Powers Audi Clean Diesel Across the U.S. and Around the World Thursday, October 16, 2008 @ 3:37PM A 4,800 mile real-world test track is showcasing the capabilities, fuel efficiency and low-emissions system of the 2009 Audi clean diesel Q7 3.0 TDI.
Compact exec group test ! Audi vs BMW vs Jaguar vs Mercedes. Thursday, October 16, 2008 @ 2:43PMCompact exec group test ! Audi vs BMW vs Jaguar vs Mercedes.
Compact exec group test ! Audi vs BMW vs Jaguar vs Mercedes. Thursday, October 16, 2008 @ 2:43PMCompact exec group test ! Audi vs BMW vs Jaguar vs Mercedes.
2nd Annual Targa Trophy Road Rally Races Into Los Angeles Thursday, October 16, 2008 @ 11:19AMTarga Trophy, an unprecedented road rally featuring exceptional luxury automotive vehicles, cutting edge event venues and a diverse demographic of social tastemakers, automotive enthusiasts and luxury brands rolls into Los Angeles on Saturday October 25, 2008 for its second annual Southern California appearance.
2nd Annual Targa Trophy Road Rally Races Into Los Angeles Thursday, October 16, 2008 @ 11:19AMTarga Trophy, an unprecedented road rally featuring exceptional luxury automotive vehicles, cutting edge event venues and a diverse demographic of social tastemakers, automotive enthusiasts and luxury brands rolls into Los Angeles on Saturday October 25, 2008 for its second annual Southern California appearance.
Madonna, Guy divorce: time to divide the spoils Thursday, October 16, 2008 @ 9:32AMLondon, Oct 16 : With pop star Madaonna and British director Guy Ritchie formally announcing their decision to divorce, there are speculations about how the family riches will be split.
Madonna, Guy divorce: time to divide the spoils Thursday, October 16, 2008 @ 9:32AMLondon, Oct 16 : With pop star Madaonna and British director Guy Ritchie formally announcing their decision to divorce, there are speculations about how the family riches will be split.