Archive for January, 2007

Suffern auto show draws many

RAMAPO - It’s not just about the car, it’s how you look in it.
Allen Goldberg of New City stood among gleaming Audis, glossy Volkswagens and spotless BMWs yesterday at the 21st annual Tri-State International Auto Show at Rockland Community College.
The retired New York City firefighter has four cars and was on the lookout for a […]

Tuesday, January 30th, 2007

Mustang GT-R Concept Car Coming to Michigan International Auto Show

The muscular Ford Mustang GT-R rekindles the legend’s road racing glory and the magic of 5.0-liter Mustangs in a stunning racing concept making its world debut. The Mustang GT-R signals a potential future race car, while honoring four decades of performance glory just days before Mustang’s 40th anniversary.
The bright Valencia Orange car - inspired by […]

Tuesday, January 30th, 2007

Fuel, Fuel, and More Fuel as Doors Open to 2007 Washington Auto Show

The 2007 Washington Auto Show opens today to the media with over 700 new cars, trucks minivans and SUVs on display from more than 42 automakers.
The theme for this year’s event – “Presenting Advanced Technologies” – mirrors the recent Detroit Show in many ways as alternative fuel technologies from diesel to hybrid and hydrogen will […]

Tuesday, January 30th, 2007

Salvador Duran, of Mexico, from left, Juan Pablo Montoya of Colombia and Scott Pruett show off their new wristwatches after winning the Rolex 24 auto race

Salvador Duran, of Mexico, from left, Juan Pablo Montoya of Colombia and Scott Pruett show off their new wristwatches after winning the Rolex 24 auto race at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Fla.

Tuesday, January 30th, 2007

Ford Looking To Europe For Infusion Of New Models

It’s no secret that newly-minted Ford CEO Alan Mulally has been making noises about Ford’s disjointed worldwide operations and wants the company to begin making vehicles that can be sold in multiple regions around the world.
In the meantime, Mulally is looking to Ford of Europe for product to help boost the automaker’s sagging U.S. fortunes […]

Tuesday, January 30th, 2007

Nissan’s recipe for maximal satisfaction

Jamie Oliver has gone too far. Take the Chiko roll. Even though it contains vegetables, the Chiko — that late-night, drive-in theatre dining delight — is now regarded by people such as Mr Oliver as being nutritionally poor.
Yet, to me, it has lots of appeal. Very much, in fact, like the Nissan Maxima.
This sedan also […]

Tuesday, January 30th, 2007

Kia launches all-new ‘2007 Opirus’ sedan

Kia Motors Corporation has launched the new 2007 Opirus. The luxurious, longer, sleeker, lighter 5-metre long four-door sedan, which is a big seller in the USA, has a more balanced appearance, an enhanced interior with new high-tech features, and a larger, more powerful 3.8-liter V6 gasoline engine that provides 264hp, with more efficient fuel tank […]

Tuesday, January 30th, 2007

Ferrari:Unique Ferrari 612

Ferrari is to build 60 unique 612 Scagliettis to celebrate its 60th Anniversary.
Based on the 612 Scaglietti, the Prancing Horse’s range-topping Granturismo which combines blistering performance and superb handling with superior comfort, sumptuous handcrafted trim, state-of-the-art accessories and meticulous attention to detail, the cars will be offered with a two-tone livery in a combination of […]

Tuesday, January 30th, 2007

Nissan all-new Pino minicar

Nissan announced the launch of the new Pino minicar at dealers across Japan. The Pino, true to its marketing tagline of “Shift_lovely days,” is an economical, easy-to-drive minicar, aimed at consumers looking for a personal vehicle that is ideal for everyday driving.
As Nissan’’s fourth minicar model, along with Moco, Clipper and Otti, Nissan Pino expands […]

Tuesday, January 30th, 2007

UAG and Chrysler Team Up To Bring Smart Car To U.S.

This past Wednesday I found myself at lunch with Tony Pordon, Sr. Vice President United Auto Group (UAG) and Smart USA. In addition to a great filet (really, I had something besides veggie hot dogs) I have to say that United Auto Group’s Master Franchise of the Smart line is becoming more intriguing (and so […]

Tuesday, January 30th, 2007