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Mergers Activity Set To Increase In The Transportation Industry According To Panel Of Industry Experts (Wall Street Transcript via Yahoo! Finance)
67 WALL STREET, New York - October 5, 2009 - The Wall Street Transcript has just published its Transportation and Logistics Report offering a timely review of the sector to serious investors and industry executives. This 81 page feature contains expert industry commentary through in-depth interviews with public company CEOs, Equity Analysts and Money Managers. The full issue is available by ...
(Oct 6, 2009)
Owners of flood-hit cars to get discounts (ABS-CBNNEWS.com)
MANILA - As floods of tropical storm "Ondoy" (international code name Ketsana) damaged several vehicles, an automobile industry group assured car owners that they would get relief measures such as discounts for repair and parts replacement.
(Oct 6, 2009)
(AFX UK Focus) 2009-10-06 08:37 Sweden notifies EU of Saab guarantees, no decision (Interactive Investor)
STOCKHOLM, Oct 6 (Reuters) - The Swedish government said on Tuesday it had asked the European Commission to evaluate if proposed loan guarantees to Saab Automobile would break rules on state support, but no decision has been taken yet. A spokeswoman for Swedish Industry Minister Maud Olofsson said the government had sent a notification to Brussels regarding 400 million euros ($585 million) of ...
(Oct 6, 2009)
Chrysler and Lancia brands to share products in Europe:
Fiat S.p.A. aims to integrate the Chrysler brand more closely with the Italian automaker's upscale Lancia marque in Europe with the two brands likely to share products from small hatchbacks to large sedans.
(Oct 6, 2009)
BMW resurrects the C1:
BMW has resurrected the C1 as an electrically powered concept. It is part of a broad-based safety project conducted in cooperation with the European Union under the working title eSUM (European Safer Urban Motoring).
(Oct 6, 2009)
Volvo plans diesel and electric cars for U.S., will aim S60 at enthusiasts:
Volvo will add diesel and electric cars to its U.S. product lineup as it tries to meet stricter U.S. fuel-mileage standards that will begin phasing in for the 2012 model year.
(Oct 6, 2009)
Government stakes on full production cycle at AvtoVAZ, GAZ auto plants (Itar-Tass)
MOSCOW, October 6 (Itar-Tass) -- The Russian government will draft measures for the development of the national automobile industry extending till the year 2020. The document is to be considered by the Cabinet in December, First Deputy Prime Minister Igor Shuvalov told the media after a meeting of the government commission for the development of the Russian economy on Tuesday.
(Oct 6, 2009)
2011 Ford Fiesta to be revealed in production guise at L.A. auto show:
The 2011 Ford Fiesta will make its official debut in production trim for North America at the Los Angeles auto show in December.
(Oct 6, 2009)
Mike Jackson and Fritz Henderson to Host 'Road Ahead Forum' Town Hall Meeting (PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance)
AutoNation, Inc. , Mike Jackson, chairman and chief executive officer of AutoNation, America's largest automotive retailer, and Fritz Henderson, CEO of General Motors, will jointly host a town hall meeting on October 8, 2009 to discuss the future of the automobile industry.
(Oct 6, 2009)
Toyota reveals sport coupe, and BMW restarts the C1, in AutoWeek's News Brake for Tuesday, Oct. 6:
In today's News Brake: Toyota shows its side of the sports-coupe project with Subaru, BMW restarts the C1 scooter, and Chrysler and Lancia get closer . . . But Wait, There's More!
(Oct 6, 2009)
GM’s Saab Closer to Sale as Sweden Seeks EU Approval (Update2) (Bloomberg)
Oct. 6 (Bloomberg) -- General Motors Co. ’s Saab Automobile division moved closer to receiving state backing for its sale to Koenigsegg Group after Sweden sought European Union approval for the terms of a proposed loan guarantee.
(Oct 6, 2009)
Renault gives Spain's auto industry a boost by promising to make new models in Valladolid (The San Francisco Examiner)
MADRID — Spain and car manufacturer Renault signed a deal Tuesday under which the French company will make two new cars and an engine at its Valladolid plant, a welcome boost to the country's crisis-hit automobile sector.
(Oct 6, 2009)
Web Exclusive: Motor industry show to start on upbeat note (Independent Online)
South Africa's motor industry will be in the spotlight from Wednesday with the start of the South African Automotive Week (SAAW), which a trade expo conference in Port Elizabeth.
(Oct 6, 2009)
Toyota faces possible recall for corrosion on Tundras:
Toyota may be faced with another recall a week after its largest U.S. recall in company history.
(Oct 7, 2009)
2009 Suzuki SX4 Crossover, an AutoWeek Drivers Log:
ASSISTANT ART DIRECTOR CHERYL BLAHNIK: After being in a wagon for more than a week, I thought this car would feel like a matchbox. To my surprise, it felt extremely roomy.
(Oct 7, 2009)
Redesigned Jaguar XJ makes Neiman Marcus Christmas wish list:
The Halloween candy is still fresh, but the folks at Neiman Marcus are gearing up for Christmas. And one of the stars of this year's Christmas book from the upscale retailer is the redesigned Jaguar XJ sedan.
(Oct 7, 2009)
VAMA’s manufacturers criticised for setting sky high sale prices (Vietnam Net)
VietNamNet Bridge – In retaliation to Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (VAMA) denouncement of car importers committing tax frauds, importers say domestic manufacturers are hitting consumers with sky-high sale prices.
(Oct 7, 2009)
GM's U.S. sales boss Mark LaNeve to leave Oct. 15:
General Motors Co.'s head of U.S. sales, Mark LaNeve, is resigning effective Oct. 15 as the automaker continues to struggle with one of the worst years in U.S. sales history.
(Oct 7, 2009)
Vandals and hoons should be made to pay (Herald Sun)
PUNISHMENT for graffiti vandals, drunken thugs and hoon drivers should be made to fit the crime, an industry leader said.
(Oct 7, 2009)
A limited-run Jaguar is ready for the holidays, and a Toyota F1 ace tests stock cars, in News Brake for Wednesday, Oct. 7:
In today's News Brake: The new Jaguar XJ gets a special model for holiday shopping, Toyota may face another recall, and Jarno Trulli will test in NASCAR--for fun . . . But Wait, There's More!
(Oct 7, 2009)
Infiniti confirms hybrid 2012 M35:
Infiniti confirmed on Wednesday that the M35 will include a hybrid version that arrives as a 2012 model.
(Oct 7, 2009)
Tokyo auto show: Nissan to reveal Land Glider electric vehicle:
This is different.
(Oct 7, 2009)
Tanker Fleet Growing At 7%, Oil Demand Falling 1.6%: Number 1 Marine Transportation Analyst Sees Entire Shipping ... (Wall Street Transcript via Yahoo! Finance)
67 WALL STREET, New York - October 7, 2009 - The Wall Street Transcript has just published its Transportation & Logistics Report offering a timely review of the sector to serious investors and industry executives. This 81 page feature contains expert industry commentary through in-depth interviews with public company CEOs, Equity Analysts and Money Managers. The full issue is available by ...
(Oct 7, 2009)
SA car makers 'dying' (News 24 South Africa)
The automotive industry may cease to exist in the next five years, warns the head of the National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of SA.
(Oct 7, 2009)
Last roll of dice for SA motor industry? (Independent Online)
The future of South Africa's automotive industry was at risk unless steps were taken within the next 18 months to address several major challenges facing the industry, the SA Automotive Week conference heard on Wednesday.
(Oct 8, 2009)
Typhoon Melor hits Japan as new earthquakes cause panic in the Pacific (Times Online)
East Asia experienced its latest powerful storm this morning, when one man was killed, and transport and industry were disrupted as a typhoon cut a course across the densely populated Japanese mainland.
(Oct 8, 2009)
Rochester area feels cash for clunker fallout (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle)
Auto dealers and others in the industry are experiencing a post-clunkers slump, but the popular rebate program isn't the only factor.
(Oct 8, 2009)
General Motors names Docherty as LaNeve's replacement:
General Motors has named Susan Docherty its new vice president of U.S. sales, replacing Mark LaNeve, according to CEO Fritz Henderson.
(Oct 8, 2009)
Wireless wonders: We browse some of the goods at CTIA convention:
Now, by simply going to iTunes and downloading an app, you can turn your mobile phone into a full-on navigation device. Are dedicated nav devices going the way of the beeper/pager?
(Oct 8, 2009)
2009 Mini Cooper S Convertible, an AutoWeek Drivers Log:
SENIOR WEB REPORTER GREG MIGLIORE: This Mini convertible is fun for the most part and reminds me of my experience in the Honda S2000CR. At first it's a little unsettling, and then it's a lot of fun. I found the cabin quite comfortable.
(Oct 8, 2009)
Sept auto sales surge 104% (Vietnews Online)
Auto sales in Vietnam surged 104 percent in September from a year earlier to 11,071 units after a 31 percent increase in August, an industry report said on Wednesday.
(Oct 8, 2009)
Hyundai Genesis coupe gets power boost from California tuners GReddy for SEMA:
The Hyundai Genesis coupe made a splash at the SEMA show last year with a string of eye-catching displays. And this year, it's back and more powerful than ever.
(Oct 8, 2009)
Previewing SEMA and the next Volvo S60, in News Brake for Thursday, Oct. 8:
In News Brake: The Hyundai Genesis coupe and a Chevrolet Camaro convertible head for SEMA, GM looks to a new sales chief to regain its mojo, and a "spy" video of the Volvo S60 is released . . . But Wait, There's More!
(Oct 8, 2009)
Industry Leaders to Discuss Alternative Energy and Future of Auto Retailing at NADA Convention (National Autombile Dealers Association)
McLEAN, Va. (Oct. 8, 2009) – Industry leaders will discuss vehicle innovation, sustainable mobility and the future of auto retailing at the National Automobile Dealers Association’s (NADA) 93rd annual Convention & Exposition in Orlando, Fla., Feb. 13-15.
(Oct 8, 2009)
You can make Benz payments on your iPhone:
For our young readers, this may seem like nothing. But for the more mature set, here's a new function for your iPhone or iPod Touch--you can make the payment on your Benz.
(Oct 8, 2009)
Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells: Is This The Most Power Efficient Alternative Energy Source For Transportation? (Wall Street Transcript via Yahoo! Finance)
67 WALL STREET, New York - October 7, 2009 - The Wall Street Transcript has just published its Alternative Energy/Clean Energy/Power Generation/Utilities Report offering a timely review of the sector to serious investors and industry executives. This 83 page feature contains expert industry commentary through in-depth interviews with public company CEOs, Equity Analysts and Money Managers. The ...
(Oct 8, 2009)
Chevrolet chronicles: Camaro convertible is shown to dealers, product notes on the Impala and the Volt, more:
The Chevrolet Camaro convertible is alive and well, and car dealers got a sneak peak at the new drop-top this week.
(Oct 8, 2009)
Large Cap Growth High Beta Investments Paying Off For Decatur Capital Management (Wall Street Transcript via Yahoo! Finance)
67 WALL STREET, New York - October 8, 2009 - The Wall Street Transcript has just published its TWST Large Cap Growth Report offering a timely review of the sector to serious investors and industry executives. This 43 page feature contains expert industry commentary through in-depth interviews with public company CEOs, Equity Analysts and Money Managers. The full issue is available by calling ...
(Oct 8, 2009)
Cash for Clunkers Money Trickles In (KTVA Anchorage)
Cash is slowly pouring into Anchorage car dealerships from the government's Cash for Clunkers program. While some say the program revitalized the automobile industry, it has left some dealerships with empty spots on their lots.
(Oct 9, 2009)
UPDATE: French Aug Indus Output Rises On Car Production (The Forex Market)
(Adds details, comment.) By A.H. Mooradian Of DOW JONES NEWSWIRES PARIS (Dow Jones)--French factories produced 1.8% more goods on the month in August, with automobile output surging as government incentives to buy new cars continued to bolster the economy, data showed Friday.
(Oct 9, 2009)
General Motors reportedly close to selling Hummer for $150 million:
General Motors Co., working to cut its U.S. brand count in half as part of its restructuring, is trying to complete a deal to sell Hummer to China's Sichuan Tengzhong Heavy Industrial Machinery Co.
(Oct 9, 2009)
2009 Audi TTS Roadster, an AutoWeek Drivers Log:
MOTORSPORTS EDITOR MAC MORRISON: After several days behind the wheel of this TTS, I've come to appreciate its fine style and performance. This roadster draws a never-ending cascade of compliments.
(Oct 9, 2009)
Innovative Paint Shop Facilities at Porsche Cuts Emissions to a Minimum (The Auto Channel)
STUTTGART, UNITED KINGDOM – October 9, 2009: The Porsche factory in Stuttgart, Germany, is expanding its innovative automobile production operations at the main factory in Zuffenhausen with one of the most modern and environmentally-friendly paint shops in the world, and one that will incorporate cutting-edge technology never before used in the car industry.
(Oct 9, 2009)
Dire warning for SA’s automotive industry (Daily Dispatch)
UNLESS drastic changes in South Africa’s market are introduced in the next 18 to 24 months , there will be no local automotive industry to talk of in seven to 10 years .
(Oct 9, 2009)
Karin Kloosterman: The Israeli Army Gives Birth To Clean Technologies (The Huffington Post)
The clean technology industry in Israel is being fueled by Israeli military companies and personnel, according to a new JTA article. Agree with the country's...
(Oct 9, 2009)
VW takes a look at F1, and de Ferran honors Jim Hall, in AutoWeek's News Brake for Friday, Oct. 9:
In today's News Brake: Volkswagen takes a look at F1, Gil de Ferran's last ride honors Jim Hall, and NASCAR's drug issue hits close to home . . . But Wait, There's More!
(Oct 9, 2009)
Art Deco celebrated (Lancaster Online)
Art Deco was not only an architectural style, but also a social movement that influenced fine arts, architecture, interior design, industrial design, furniture design, fashion design, lighting design, tableware, glassware, the film industry and even music during the 1920s and 1930s.The end of World ...
(Oct 9, 2009)
GM signs deal to sell Hummer to Chinese company:
General Motors Co. has inked a deal to sell its premium off-road brand Hummer to a Chinese industrial company.
(Oct 9, 2009)
Reportlinker Adds Indian Automobile Sector Analysis Report (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)
NEW YORK----Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue.
(Oct 9, 2009)
'Cool' car rules could affect radios, phones (Detroit News)
Washington -- California's latest requirement for the auto industry -- advanced window glazing to keep vehicles cooler -- could prevent drivers from making phone calls, listening to satellite radio or using garage door openers.
(Oct 10, 2009)
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