A Car or a Motorcycle?   05 Jan 2006 19:00 GMT
Volkswagen develops a three-wheeled vehicle that rides like a car but gets the mileage of a motorcycle. What the hell is it? Plus: Ditch the limo ride and try a hybrid instead. From the Wired News blog Autopia.
Source: wired.com

All-New Natural Gas Powered 2006 Civic GX to Make Public Debut   05 Jan 2006 16:51 GMT
American Honda Motor Co., Inc., today announced that it will debut its all-new compressed natural gas (CNG) powered Civic GX to the public when the 2006 Greater Los Angeles Auto Show opens its doors. Scheduled to go on sale at select Honda dealers throughout California in May, ...
Source: CarKB

Travelers to Offer Hybrid Owners Across U.S. 10% Discount on Auto Insuranance   05 Jan 2006 16:48 GMT
Travelers personal lines, a member of St. Paul Travelers , today announced plans to implement a 10 percent discount on auto insurance to hybrid vehicle owners in the United States beginning in February 2006. As of August 2005 U.S. roads saw 328,157 registered hybrid vehicles. ...
Source: CarKB

Microsoft and its Partners Showcase New Windows Automotive Technology Products   05 Jan 2006 16:43 GMT
At the 2006 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Microsoft showcased several new products built on Windows Automotive technologies delivering advanced in-vehicle communication, navigation and digital entertainment experiences for consumers. Alpine Electronics of America ...
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Mazda Announces 2006 Rx-8   05 Jan 2006 16:21 GMT
Mazda today unveiled the 2006 model-year edition of its highly regarded RX-8 sports car. Highlights of the new model feature an upgraded 212-horsepower rotary engine, a new six-speed Sport AT automatic transmission and a "SHINKA"Special Edition package limited to only 1,500 ...
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New Lincoln Mkx Crossover To Offer Thx II Certified Audio System   05 Jan 2006 16:17 GMT
Fourteen speakers, 600 watts of amplification and three optimized seating position modes are a few of the features offered in the second generation THX Certified Car Audio System (THX II) available in the 2007 Lincoln MKX crossover. Photo: http://media.ford ...
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A Comeback for the Car Species   05 Jan 2006 04:00 GMT
Sales by the major automakers, tallied Wednesday, reflected shifting consumer tastes and the effect of higher gasoline prices.
Source: NY Times

American Suzuki Showcases P.X. Minivan Concept 'Suzuki LIVE Series"   04 Jan 2006 16:25 GMT
American Suzuki Motor Corporation (ASMC) kicks off the new year by arriving at the 2006 Greater Los Angeles Auto Show with a record-setting sales increase in 2005 from the previous year. Selling the most vehicles in its history and two new product introductions set for 2006, ...
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Mazda CX-7 Crossover SUV Makes Debut at 2006 Greater Los Angeles Auto Show   04 Jan 2006 16:23 GMT
Mazda today debuted the all-new Mazda CX-7 crossover sport-utility vehicle (SUV) at the Greater Los Angeles Auto Show. Featuring style, sophistication and excitement, the CX-7 is the first of three all-new Mazda vehicles that are being designed and engineered specifically for the ...
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Nissan Announces Pricing Increases on 2006 Nissan and Infiniti Models   03 Jan 2006 14:29 GMT
Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today announced price increases on most 2006 Nissan and Infiniti models, effective January 5, 2006. The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) increases represent a weighted average increase of 0.5 percent. Individual MSRP increases for ...
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