Motor Trend Names Nissan Xterra 2006 Sport/Utility Of The Year   25 Oct 2005 13:32 GMT
MOTOR TREND today announced it has selected the Nissan Xterra as MOTOR TREND’s 2006 Sport/Utility of the Year. “The MOTOR TREND awards have become a staple in the automotive industry and we are pleased to award Nissan for stepping up to the plate with this impressive vehicle,” ...
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The 2006 Hyundai Tiburon: Styling, Performance and Value   24 Oct 2005 13:48 GMT
The 2006 model year marks the 10th anniversary for the Tiburon model line. After benefiting from freshened styling last year, for 2006 the Tiburon now has standard safety and security features that used to be extra cost options. Fog lamps, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), and a ...
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Hyundai Santa Fe Gets Further Refinements   24 Oct 2005 13:42 GMT
For 2006, the Santa Fe continues to improve. The top trim level LX has been replaced with the Limited, which builds on the base GLS trim's many standard features by adding leather seating surfaces and other upgrades. A new all-black monochromatic color scheme also is available as ...
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General Motors Develops Vehicles with a Sixth Sense   24 Oct 2005 13:28 GMT
What if your car had a sixth sense that could “see” the traffic you couldn’t or didn’t notice, and, if need be, stopped your vehicle to prevent a collision? Today, General Motors Corp. demonstrated a fleet of cars that do in fact have a sixth sense. Using vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) ...
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2005 Honda Odyssey: A Family Cocoon With Frills   22 Oct 2005 22:02 GMT
The paragon of its class, Honda's third-generation Odyssey is a van with features and passenger comfort comparable to what you'll find on all but the highest-end luxury cars.
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Flexpoint Completes Comprehensive Testing of the Pedestrian Impact System   21 Oct 2005 14:05 GMT
Flexpoint Sensor Systems, Inc. today announced they have recently completed the current phase of internal testing of their Pedestrian Impact Detection System as requested by European and U.S. Automotive Suppliers. This fulfills a requirement and brings Flexpoint closer to ...
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The All-New 2006 Volvo C70 - Safety   21 Oct 2005 14:04 GMT
The all-new Volvo C70 has been developed to make it one of the safest convertibles on the market, both when it comes to preventive safety and protective safety. The vehicle's body structure offers a range of solutions unique to an open-top car. The lack of a fixed roof has been ...
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Gas Prices Fall - Further Declines Expected   21 Oct 2005 13:59 GMT
Gasoline prices in Southern California declined for the second straight week led by lower demand, according to the Automobile Club of Southern California's Weekend Gas Watch. The average price of self-serve regular gasoline in the Los Angeles-Long Beach area is $2.901, which is 5 ...
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Ford Reports BIG Quarterly Loss   21 Oct 2005 13:58 GMT
Ford Motor Company today reported a net loss of 15 cents per share, or $284 million, for the third quarter of 2005. This compares with net income of 15 cents per share, or $266 million, in the third quarter of 2004. Ford's third-quarter loss from continuing operations, excluding ...
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Preparation Is Key To Protecting Vehicles And Boats Against Hurricane Wilma   21 Oct 2005 13:37 GMT
This year's record-setting storm season continues as Hurricane Wilma builds intensity and aims to strike Florida's southwest coast this weekend. Progressive shares the following tips for protecting your vehicles or boat before, during and after Hurricane Wilma: Before the Storm ...
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