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Main > Car Makers News > Nissan > Nissan chief Ghosn: Auto makers in defensive mode | detnews.com | The Detroit News RIYADH, Saudi Arabia -- The head of one of the world's largest car companies said Sunday that auto manufacturers are going to be in defensive mode for the next couple of years as they cope with the economic meltdown. Nissan Motor Co. Chief Executive Carlos Ghosn also said he expects manufacturers to reduce their investments and inventory as car sales continue to fall. Ghosn said that in 2007, global auto sales were 69 million cars, while last year it was 63 million. But the trend in the past two to... Full article... Article added: 2009-01-26 06:38:15 Article Views Rating: 205 Main > Car Makers News > Other > Downturn means it's back to the basics | detnews.com | The Detroit News We were spoiled too long. Minivans that leapfrogged the competition. Outrageously powerful Cadillac concepts as lavish as a rock opera. Luxury sport sedans that came to life as living art on the walls. Most of what you see on the Cobo Center floor at the North American International Auto Show this week was designed and engineered -- "locked in," as they say -- well before the current meltdown in industry sales. Will 2010 be even thinner?But if the show seems a little thin and aired out -- no Porsche... Full article... Article added: 2009-01-26 06:38:12 Article Views Rating: 150 Main > Auto Shows > Other > FISKER KARMA-S Specs: Type: Plug-in series hybrid Extended Range Electric VehicleClass: 2-door convertibleManufacturer: Fisker AutomotivePropulsion system: Two electric motors 403 hp total; GM-sourced, 2-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engineTop Speed: 125 mphZero-to-60: 5.8 secondsVehicle range: 300 milesAll-electric range: 50 milesFuels: Electricity, gasolineBattery system: Lithium-ionTailpipe emissions: Yes, in extended-range modePrice: NA - expect it to match the luxury sedan’s $87,000 price tag, and then... Full article... Article added: 2009-01-23 10:21:39 Article Views Rating: 365 Main > Car Makers News > Chrysler > Fiat in talks to buy big stake in Chrysler | detnews.com | The Detroit News After several attempts, Chrysler LLC may have found a partner. Italy's Fiat SpA could take a big stake in the Auburn Hills automaker in exchange for providing small-car platforms and engines under discussions taking place. Such a deal would allow cash-strapped Chrysler to quickly add small vehicles to its lineup and at little cost, while providing Fiat with an inexpensive ticket back into the U.S. auto market, people familiar with the situation said. They said the talks are at an advanced stage, with... Full article... Article added: 2009-01-20 11:04:50 Article Views Rating: 199 Main > Car Makers News > Renault > Renault Z.E. Renault ZE concept car has been showcased at the Paris Auto Show. Renault ZE is an all-electric concept car that’s based on the Renault Kangoo be bop. Renault ZE concept’s design is focused on minimizing energy consumption while providing all the comfort features. Renault ZE is powered by an electric motor the develops 70kW and 226Nm Nm of torque that uses the energy stored in lithium-ion batteries. Renault ZE’s transmission is using direct with front/rear reducer and inverter. Renault... Full article... Article added: 2009-01-20 07:48:27 Article Views Rating: 275 Main > Car Makers News > Volkswagen > New VW Passat CC Trying to compete with luxury automakers a few years ago VW introduced its PHAETON. This year the company has the same aim and is going to represent new Passat CC. this is going to be a four-door coupe with a roofline like that of the Mercedes CLS. The new car will be 1.5 inches longer and a bit wider.It is not clear now to what class the newcomer will belong. The company says that its driving dynamics makes the car applicable foe sporting ride. However still we know almost nothing about those qualities... Full article... Article added: 2009-01-20 07:41:34 Article Views Rating: 8231 Main > Car Makers News > Audi > Audi A4 is fiercer than Germany's top manufacturers | detnews.com | The Detroit News Few competitions are fiercer than the compact sports sedan face-off between Germany's big three luxury manufacturers: BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Audi. Engineers and designers at all three companies strive to dazzle prospective customers with state-of-the-art performance and safety innovations. The one-upmanship focuses on two types of technology: One that is invisible and makes up for driver errors and shortcomings. The other type of technology deals with controls for navigation, climate and audio that can... Full article... Article added: 2009-01-19 14:46:59 Article Views Rating: 283 Main > Car Makers News > Other > Genesis Will Not Become a Convertible Although Genesis coupe would look nice without a top and there were rumors about an upcoming one, the manager of product public relations at Huyndai Motor America, Miles Johnson, says there will be no such car. Several websites were writing about the convertible Genesis as a 2009 plan for the Korean automaker, but the manager claims there have been no talks about this in the company since the New-York auto show. According to Mr. Johnson, “It was developed as a global car. The wind in your hair doesn't... Full article... Article added: 2009-01-07 09:36:19 Article Views Rating: 130 Main > Car Makers News > Ford > 2010 Ford Shelby GT500 unveiled Using the already aggressive design of the 2010 Ford Mustang, Ford has made numerous aerodynamic upgrades including a new front end that optimizes air flow along with a new lower-drag rear spoiler. Ford has also added racing stripes this year on both the coupe and convertible models. Of course, Shelby’s exterior modifications are rounded off with the signature Cobra badges on the front grille and front fenders.Ford says that the SVT team “used the gains made on the 40th anniversary edition Shelby... Full article... Article added: 2009-01-03 09:19:56 Article Views Rating: 196 Main > Car Makers News > Ferrari > Faralli & Mazzanti Vulca S Coupe: the alternative to Ferrari and Lamborghini If the Ferrari or Lamborghini is just too common for you, then these rare beauties may indeed whet your appetite. Faralli & Mazzanti, the Italian exotic auto builder, will manufacture only 10 numbered models of their head-turning Etruscan-motivated Vulca S Coupe at about $393,000 €280,000 each.The vehicle, named after the famed Etruscan sculptor Vulca da Veio, highlights lightweight, hand beaten all-aluminum bodywork done in a “sinuous and modern, elegant yet aggressive style.” [source] Full article... Article added: 2009-01-03 09:19:55 Article Views Rating: 228 |
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