Category: Auto News

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  • Toyota At The 2009 Geneva Motor Show

    World premiere of new Toyota Verso
    Toyota will unveil its all-new Verso at the Geneva motor show, a no-compromise MPV that offers more space, comfort and practicality, and benefits from the latest occupant and pedestrian safety features. Ride quality, acoustic comfort and dynamic abilities match those of conventional passenger cars.

    The interior features an improved Toyota Easy Flat-7 system for quick and convenient folding of the five individual rear seats. Special attention has been paid to increasing comfort for rear passengers with improved second and third row accommodation. (more…)

  • Lotus Reveals Flex-Fuel Engine Concept

    Lotus Engineering, the world-renowned automotive consultancy division of Lotus Cars Limited, unveils its latest research into engine efficiency at the 79th International Geneva Motor Show. (more…)

  • Ford Offers Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience to Monster Jam Fans

    Ford soon will make once-in-a-lifetime dreams come true for Monster Jam® fans, as the deadline draws near for the Built Ford Tough Monsters on Mainstreet Sweepstakes.

    The winner of the sweepstakes will enjoy exclusive behind-the-scenes access at an upcoming Monster Jam event, including an opportunity to interact with the drivers and ride the vehicles. It is an experience that only Ford can offer due to its long-standing relationship with Monster Jam, said Kevin Schebil, manager, Ford Truck Communications.

    “More than 30 percent of Ford F-Series customers watch Monster Truck events on television,” he said. “Our long-standing partnerships with Monster Jam put us in a unique position to offer these fans incredible experiences they will never forget.”

    The Blue Thunder Monster Truck

    Fans who visit MonstersOnMainstreet between now and March 15, 2009, can enter for a chance to win a VIP trip to the 2009 Monster Jam World Finals in Las Vegas March 27 through March 30, 2009. Three finalists and three guests will receive credentials to see the Monster trucks and their drivers, plus special passes for a ride in Ford’s Blue Thunder monster truck.

    While in Las Vegas, the three finalists will compete for the Grand Prize: an all-new 2009 Ford F-150, four tickets to the Monster Jam Awards Banquet on March 29, and a Blue Thunder Pit Party in their own backyard, including a catered barbecue dinner with 25 friends and family! The Blue Thunder Monster Truck driver – along with the Blue Thunder Monster Truck and the Blue Thunder Ride Truck – will be at the barbecue to visit with the guests.

    The Blue Thunder Monster Truck

  • Over 500 kg of recyclates in new Golf

    Volkswagen commissioned an audit into the use of secondary raw materials known as recyclates in the new Golf. The investigation showed that 527 kg of secondary raw materials, or over 40 percent of the vehicle weight, are used in the new Golf, thus conserving resources. (more…)

  • Nissan Starts Vehicle Testing of New Fuel-cell Technology

    Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. announced today that it has started testing a vehicle with a next-generation fuel-cell stack. (more…)

  • Smart Fortwo Special Model “Edition Limited Three”

    A special edition of the smart fortwo will be celebrating its world premiere at the 79th Geneva Motor Show. The “edition limited three” boasts exclusive, elegant paintwork and a spring-like fresh interior design concept. (more…)

  • Bentley Continental Supersports

    The Continental Supersports is the fastest and most powerful Bentley ever. It is the extreme Bentley, a muscular two-seater that delivers supercar performance and a highly focused driving experience. (more…)

  • BMW at the 79th International Geneva Motor Show 2009

    Introducing progressive new models offering that Sheer Driving Pleasure so typical of the brand and at the same time allowing conscientious use of natural resources, BMW is making a significant statement at the 79th International Geneva Motor Show 2009. (more…)

  • Project Kahn Range Rover Vogue

    The Project Kahn Range Rover Vogue takes vehicle customisation to the next level. With more focus on the owner, the conversion consists of an outstanding new Kahn body kit complete with a sports exhaust system and colour code. (more…)

  • Morgan AeroMax

    Just 2 years after its debut at the 2006 Geneva Autoshow as a one off built to order for one of Morgan’s discerning customers, the AeroMax coupe has entered series production at the Morgan factory. (more…)

  • Chrysler Showcases its Electric Vehicle Future at 2009 Geneva Motor Show

    With its rapidly growing portfolio of ENVI-powered Electric Vehicles, Chrysler LLC is inspiring a personal mobility revolution, creating a new generation of responsible, no-compromise Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep® vehicles for consumers who care about the planet’s future and want to take care of it.

    At the 79th International Motor Show in Geneva, Chrysler showcases its electric vehicle future with the European premieres of the Chrysler 200C EV concept vehicle and Dodge Circuit EV prototype. (more…)

  • Kia Sells Its Soul

    Soul. It’s something that even dictionaries find hard to describe, but anyone who’s ‘got soul’ knows what it means. Likewise, the new Kia Soul – the latest small car from one of the world’s most energetic and vibrant car companies – is hard to categorise, for it fits into none of the motor industry’s neat pigeon holes. But one look at it and anyone who’s ‘got soul’ will understand. Soul has got soul and it hits Kia showrooms from March 1. (more…)