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Archive for June, 2008

Volkswagen’s U.S. debut of zero emission Tiguan

By eNewsAutoCar • Jun 20th, 2008 • Category: Dealers

HERNDON, Va.—Volkswagen of America, Inc. is showcasing its broad range of near-term and future fuel-efficient powertrain technologies with the all-new 2.0 liter TSI Tiguan, the upcoming 2.0 liter Jetta TDI and the North American debut of the Tiguan HyMotion Fuel Cell Concept.



Canton plant to add third shift to Altima sedan production

By eNewsAutoCar • Jun 20th, 2008 • Category: Dealers

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (June 9, 2008) – On the heels of the best sales month in history for the Nissan Altima, Nissan North America, Inc., announced it will modify production at its Canton, Miss., vehicle assembly plant to meet consumer demand.
To meet the needs of the marketplace, an additional shift of Altima production will be added […]



Nissan Announces Pricing on 2009 Versa

By eNewsAutoCar • Jun 20th, 2008 • Category: Dealers

Nissan North America, Inc. today announced pricing on the 2009 Nissan Versa, which went on sale June 16th at Nissan dealers nationwide. Versa remains a leading choice for consumers seeking fuel efficiency without sacrificing performance or roominess. Versa sales have increased 19.6% to date in 2008, with demand increasing every month.



Honda Siel Cars India launches India first hybrid Car - the Civic Hybrid -

By eNewsAutoCar • Jun 18th, 2008 • Category: Auto Industry, Hybrid Cars

NEW DELHI, India, June 18, 2008– In a pioneering move, Honda Siel Cars India (HSCI), leading manufacturer of premium cars in India, launched India’s first hybrid car – the globally acclaimed Civic Hybrid.
In line with Honda’s long-term commitment to the development of advanced and environmentally-friendly technologies that do not compromise on driving pleasure, the Civic […]



Top Ten Tips for Saving Gas

By eNewsAutoCar • Jun 18th, 2008 • Category: Auto Industry

Tire Inflation. Keeping your tires properly inflated is a great way to save on gas, since under-inflated tires are harder for the engine to push. Check tire pressure once a week. 



Toyota Offers the Best Overall Average Fuel Economy Of Any Full-Line Automaker

By eNewsAutoCar • Jun 16th, 2008 • Category: Hybrid Cars

June 10, 2008 - Torrance, CA - Through advances in engine design and hybrid technology, Toyota has a wide selection of fuel-sipping cars and the best overall average fuel economy of any full-line manufacturer.*
With gas prices at an all-time high, Toyota has seven models with EPA-rated highway fuel economy of 30 miles per gallon (mpg) […]



MAZDA5 EARNS WARD’S AUTOWORLD’S INTERIOR OF THE YEAR AWARD

By eNewsAutoCar • Jun 13th, 2008 • Category: Auto Industry

IRVINE, June 4, 2008 – Coming on the heels of best-ever sales in April and May, the 2008 MAZDA5 has been named Ward’s AutoWorld’s “Interior of the Year” in the “Popular Priced Truck” category. Thirty-six outstanding vehicle interiors representing 13 manufacturers competed for top honors in the annual competition.
Over four weeks, members of the […]



NISSAN ANNOUNCES NEW VEHICLE FOR SUNDERLAND PLANT

By eNewsAutoCar • Jun 12th, 2008 • Category: Auto Industry

LONDON, 3rd June, 2008 - Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., today announced that it will source an innovative all-new compact car from its Sunderland plant in the United Kingdom (UK), starting in 2010. Building on the success of the Qashqai, the all-new product will reinforce Sunderland’s role as manufacturer and exporter of high-value products.
The decision was […]



Seat Belts: One Simple Invention is the Most Important Safety Feature in Cars Today

By eNewsAutoCar • Jun 5th, 2008 • Category: Accessories

Irvine, CA - “There’s a little bit of ‘Volvo’ in every vehicle on the American road,” says Doug Speck, president and CEO, Volvo Cars of North America. Such a bold assertion is based on Nils Bohlin’s development of the three-point safety belt. No single safety devise has saved more lives than the 3-point safety belt. […]



Audi R10 TDI race car uses Biofuel of the next generation for the first time

By eNewsAutoCar • Jun 3rd, 2008 • Category: Auto Industry

Ingolstadt – World premiere in motorsport: At the 2008 Le Mans 24 Hours on 14/15 June, the three Audi R10 TDI prototypes entered by Audi Sport Team Joest will race for the first time with the next generation of Biofuel manufactured from Biowaste and promising a reduction in the emission of CO2 by almost 90 […]