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Veering Comfortably Into Middle Age
Honda Motor Co. Ltd.'s Acura TSX sedan is reflective of so many Americans today. Once a lithe little number with snap reflexes, it now is moving into middle age. Its seats are a bit wider, and it doesn't jerk its passengers around quite so much. Yes, like so many other midsize sports sedans that have grown up, the more civilized TSX isn't quite as much fun as it used to be. But don't fault Honda and
By Christie Schweinsberg • April 1, 2008 -
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Web’s Ugly Side
If you're not paying attention, the Internet can reach up and bite you without warning. The Husker Automotive Group learned this lesson recently when an auction it held on eBay Motors for a new BMW E90 M3 sedan turned ugly. There was no reserve set, but the vehicle had a Buy It Now price of $67,800. Ken Tanisaka, who lives in California, placed an initial bid of $60,000. It ultimately was the winning,
By Cliff Banks • April 1, 2008 -
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Automakers are evaluating their long-term strategies, revisiting their product mix, and approach to both retail and manufacturing approach along the way.
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Subaru Ascends With Sherpa-Like Forester
While Subaru made some excellent changes to update the previous generation’s dowdy exterior, the interior lacks design harmony and the 4-speed automatic has to work too hard.
By James M. Amend • April 1, 2008 -
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GM JV in China Adds 300,000 Units of Capacity
The Qindao-based plant initially will produce a new mini-commercial vehicle powered by a 1.2L DOHC gasoline engine.
By Ward's Staff • March 31, 2008 -
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Mercedes-AMG’s Drop Top With Attitude
Highlighting Mercedes-Benz’s new ’09 SL lineup, the 518-hp SL63 AMG brings the luxury roadster’s performance within a fender of true everyday supercars.
By Mike Sutton • March 27, 2008 -
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Ford Virtual Manufacturing Technology Driving Quality Gains
Ford says the process helped improve quality 11% last year in the U.S., far outpacing the industry average of 2%.
By Byron Pope • March 27, 2008 -
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Ford Hydrogen ICE Program Hits Regulation Snag
The lack of hydrogen regulations has put kinks in Ford’s bus dispersal plan, which centers on placing the units in a variety of climates.
By Byron Pope • March 26, 2008 -
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Purves Nears Final Bow as BMW U.S. Chief
In his nine years at the helm, BMWNA CEO Tom Purves saw group U.S. sales more than double to 335,000 vehicles annually.
By Herb Shuldiner • March 25, 2008 -
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Audi to Launch 7-Speed, High-Torque DCT
The new 7-Speed S-tronic transmission will be introduced on several mid-range and sporty models with longitudinally mounted engines beginning later this year.
By Mike Sutton • March 24, 2008 -
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Scion Hako Coupe Concept Could Enter Market After 2010
If management gives the green light, Toyota has the capability to engineer the car from design freeze to production in less than 12 months, project leader Tadao Mori says.
By Roger Schreffler • March 20, 2008 -
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Kia Optimistic for Koup Green Light
The Koup answers critics that have bashed Kia as an economy-car and SUV producer with a vanilla lineup that lacks styling punch.
By Tom Murphy • March 20, 2008 -
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Hyundai Rolls Out Genesis Coupe in Big Apple
The Genesis Coupe offers two engine choices, including a turbocharged 2.0L 4-cyl. with dual continuously variable valve timing, a Hyundai first in the U.S.
By Christie Schweinsberg • March 19, 2008 -
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Ford’s Warranty Costs Dropping as Quality Improves
Warranty cost as a percent of revenue last year was slightly more than 2%, a level that bests the auto maker’s domestic competitors and is closing in on top Asian competitors.
By Byron Pope • March 19, 2008 -
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GM Unwraps Pontiac Solstice Coupe in New York
GM says designers drew inspiration for the coupe from the Solstice coupe concept shown at the 2002 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.
By James M. Amend • March 19, 2008 -
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Mitsubishi Shows Minicar Trio at NY Auto Show
The i-MiEV Sport concept uses a rigid, lightweight-aluminum frame for improved range and leverages the electric vehicle’s instant torque for increased performance.
By Byron Pope • March 19, 2008 -
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Hyundai Genesis Coupe Revealed on Internet
After its unveiling at the New York show this week, the Genesis coupe, along with the sedan, will head to the Beijing auto show that runs April 20-28.
By Vince Courtenay • March 18, 2008 -
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Toyota Pares Tundra, Sequoia Output
The reduction in output at the two plants is not being specified by Toyota but won’t result in any layoffs, a spokeswoman says.
By Christie Schweinsberg • March 14, 2008 -
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Ford Streamlines Executive Ranks
Under the new structure, corporate officers with global responsibilities who report directly to Alan Mulally will carry the title of group vice president.
By Ward's Staff • March 14, 2008 -
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BMW to Add 500 Jobs at Spartanburg
The investment will add some 1.5 million sq.-ft. of floor space and bring annual capacity to 240,000 vehicles by 2012.
By Ward's Staff • March 10, 2008 -
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VW Taps Siemens as PLM Provider
VW will roll the system out across all subsidiaries, including Audi, Bentley, Bugatti, Lamborghini, SEAT and Skoda.
By Byron Pope • March 10, 2008 -
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Promotion Means $500,000 Raise for GM’s Henderson
GM also returns Chairman and CEO Rick Wagoner’s salary to its 2003 level of $2.2 million.
By James M. Amend • March 6, 2008 -
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Ford, GM Battle With Barrage of New Australian Cars
Ford leads the charge with the public debut of its make-or-break all-new Ford FG Falcon sedan, while GM Holden shoots back with the unveiling of its Coupe 60 performance concept.
By Alan Harman • March 6, 2008 -
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Mercedes C63 Key to AMG Lineup in U.S.
The premium auto maker is in the process of opening seven pilot AMG performance centers in the U.S. to elevate the ownership experience.
By Herb Shuldiner • March 5, 2008 -
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Europe to Get Nissan Supercar; Murano Surpasses Sales Expectations
As with the smaller 350Z, the GTR’s strategy is to offer great performance at a much lower price than its competitors.
By William Diem • March 4, 2008 -
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Jaguar, Land Rover Sale Pushed Back to Q2
A Ford executive emphasizes the importance of selling the two iconic marques to a buyer that will continue to support and grow the brands.
By Byron Pope • March 4, 2008
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