Well, folks. What many have predicted for quite some time looks like it’s finally happened. For the first quarter of 2007, Toyota has surpassed General Motors in global auto sales.
April 23, 2007 – Torrance, CA - When the 2008 LS 600h L hybrid luxury sedan launches this summer it will provide the highest level of performance and technology, and the truest expression of luxury of any Lexus ever created. The hybrid model elevates the LS to a new level, expanding Lexus and its presence among the ever more discriminating customer.
WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 18, 2007) — Nissan today announced its plans to launch its first clean diesel engine in the United States for use in the Nissan Maxima in 2010. The passenger car will be powered by an all-new Alliance engine co-developed with its partner, Renault, and will clear stringent U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Tier II Bin 5 emissions requirements. Further details about the car, including its launch date, will be announced later.
ANKENY, Iowa - With high-tech reliability, easy installation and a universal design that fits virtually all vehicles, SPAL USA 2-door and 4-door Power Door Lock Kits offer drivers convenience, increased security and peace of mind.
DIAMOND BAR, Calif. (April 17, 2007) –As a long-time partner in the automotive specialty-equipment industry, Toyota Motor Sales, Inc. is deepening its support for the market by participating as the Vehicle Manufacturer of the 2007 SEMA Show. This will mark the first time the automaker will serve as the Vehicle Manufacturer of the Show.
Right on the heels of the unveiling of the Holden Commodore-based Pontiac G8 (and the eager expectations of North American enthusiasts of a whole family of Zeta-based rear-drive models across GM’s divisions), suddenly, our friend Mr. Lutz is downplaying expectations of future rear-drive models.
TOKYO (Apr. 13, 2007) – Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., NEC Corporation, and its subsidiary, NEC TOKIN Corporation, have signed an agreement to establish a joint-venture company – Automotive Energy Supply Corporation (AESC) – to focus on lithium-ion battery business for wide-scale automotive application by 2009.
GRAND BLANC, MICH. - Preventive maintenance typically implies looking under the vehicle’s hood; often, though, it’s the chassis underneath the vehicle that’s overlooked.
NEW YORK - A panel of renowned motoring journalists from 22 countries around the world has reached its verdict: the Audi RS 4 is the 2007 World Performance Car of the Year. The sports saloon from Audi beat off competition from 17 other candidates to take the title. The award was announced at the New York International Auto Show.
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