Mazda Releases Partially Remodeled Verisa in Japan   07 Jun 2005 14:28 GMT
Mazda Motor Corporation introduces the partially remodeled, “simple, quality and compact” Verisa, which goes on sale today at Mazda, Mazda Anfini and Mazda Autozam dealers throughout Japan. Verisa’s remodeling highlights include model lineup changes. The newly established L-model ...
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The Mercedes-Benz bionic car as a concept vehicle   07 Jun 2005 14:00 GMT
DaimlerChrysler is using a new concept vehicle to examine the potential of bionics for automobile development, and has achieved outstanding results for fuel consumption and emissions with a combination of pioneering diesel engine technology and innovative emission control methods ...
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Q&A: GM CIO Ralph Szygenda on outsourcing, IT's importance   07 Jun 2005 10:03 GMT
General Motors CIO Ralph Szygenda, in an interview with Computerworld, discussed outsourcing, the importance of technology to GM's success and what IT leaders need to survive in today's corporate environment.
Source: Computerworld

Robb Report's Best of the Best   07 Jun 2005 07:00 GMT
This well-known publication for the affluent consumer makes its annual vehicle picks.
Source: MSN

Preview: 2006 Audi A3   07 Jun 2005 07:00 GMT
The latest addition to the Audi line delivers the driving fun of a TT Coupe with the flexible capacity of a hatchback.
Source: MSN

Warm Weather Survival Tips for Your Car—And You   07 Jun 2005 07:00 GMT
Don't let the lazy days of summer lull you into a false sense of security. Prepare your car and yourself for warm weather travel.
Source: MSN

New Side Impact Crash Test Results For Five Midsize Cars   07 Jun 2005 00:50 GMT
Among five 2005 model midsize sedans, the Audi A4 with standard side airbags and the Chevrolet Malibu equipped with optional side airbags earn good ratings. They also earn the "best pick" designation in side impact crash tests recently conducted by the Insurance Institute for ...
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Mitsubishi dropping Montero   06 Jun 2005 16:17 GMT
Kathy Jackson writing for AutoWeek reports that Mitsubishi's seven-seat Montero SUV will be dropped from the U.S. lineup after the 2006 model year. Rich Gilligan, CEO of Mitsubishi Motors North America Inc., says volume does not justify the cost of updating the nameplate. "The ...
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Ford Focus, Mustang and GT Star in New Video Game   06 Jun 2005 16:11 GMT
Car enthusiasts everywhere now have the opportunity to experience the thrill of racing the new Ford GT, even if they aren't one of the lucky few to own Ford's hot new supercar. Ford has announced the release of Supercar Challenge, a free, downloadable video game that lets car ...
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AAA Expands Efforts To Help Motorists Save On Gas   06 Jun 2005 16:06 GMT
Just in time for the start of the summer driving season, AAA has added another free feature to its multi-faceted program to help motorists get the most for their gasoline dollar. By accessing AAA's Web site on the Internet (http://www.aaa.com ) and clicking on Fuel Price Finder, a ...
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