Clean Diesel Vehicles Now Eligible for Same Tax Credits as Hybrid Vehicles   31 Jul 2005 00:49 GMT
American drivers who purchase newer, cleaner-burning diesel cars, trucks and SUVs will soon be eligible for the same kind of tax incentives as purchasers of gasoline-hybrid electric vehicles under a new national energy plan expected to be signed into law soon by President George ...
Source: CarKB

SAE Detroit Section to Introduce GM Cadillac STS-V and XLR-V   31 Jul 2005 00:48 GMT
GM to introduce Cadillac STS-V and XLR-V at the SAE Detroit Section meeting on Tuesday, August 30, 2005. Speakers will be Brad Saxman, Program Engineering Manager for the XLR; Greg Prior, Design System Engineer for Northstar V8 Engines, and John Barrick, Program Engineering ...
Source: CarKB

Lexus Announces Pricing on Select 2006 Models   31 Jul 2005 00:46 GMT
Lexus announced today the 2006 SC 430 hardtop convertible gets a new look and improved performance. The revised exterior styling of the SC includes a new front grille and front bumper, new LED tail lights and a new headlamp design that includes the Adaptive Front lighting System ...
Source: CarKB

Toyota Announces 2006 Prices for Nine Vehicles in Model Lineup   31 Jul 2005 00:45 GMT
Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., announced manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) today for the 2006 model year 4Runner mid-size sport utility vehicle (SUV), Sienna van, Highlander mid-size SUV, Tacoma pickup truck, Tundra full-size pickup truck, Sequoia full-size ...
Source: CarKB

Isuzu Lowers Ascender 7-Passenger Price   31 Jul 2005 00:41 GMT
Isuzu Motors America, Inc., has announced pricing for its 2006 Ascender SUVs. The Ascender 5-Passenger S 2WD model will maintain the same low entry-level price point as the 2005 model, with manufacturer's suggested retail prices beginning at only $25,959. In addition, the company ...
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Nominate USA 'Most Aggravating Road' and Register for a Chance to Win Volvo S40   31 Jul 2005 00:38 GMT
What road really revs your aggravation engine? Drive for Life, a national educational initiative that documents America's road habits and aims to promote safer driving habits, is inviting drivers to nominate the "most aggravating road" in America. Drivers also have a chance to ...
Source: CarKB

2006 Lexus RX 400h: The Hybrid Emperor's New Clothes   30 Jul 2005 22:59 GMT
Why is Toyota selling a hybrid gas-electric vehicle with no tangible fuel economy benefits?
Source: NY Times

Tow Trucks Prowl, and Authorities Crack Down   30 Jul 2005 22:59 GMT
A spate of recent cases in which towers have been accused of being overly aggressive has riled not only motorists but prosecutors and lawmakers, as well.
Source: NY Times

Congress Caps Credits for Hybrid Cars   30 Jul 2005 04:00 GMT
A new tax credit intended to make fuel-efficient vehicles like hybrids more appealing to consumers, but the bill limits the number of vehicles eligible for the credit.
Source: NY Times

Highway Bill Imposes Strict Car Safety Rules   30 Jul 2005 04:00 GMT
Sweeping auto safety initiatives make a transportation bill passed by Congress on Friday the most comprehensive legislation of its kind in years.
Source: NY Times