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Monthly Archives: April 2009

“Dakar” winner de Villiers in the “Green Hell” with Volkswagen

Wolfsburg (30 April 2009). A man who loves extremes: For the second time in 2009, Dakar Rally winner Giniel de Villiers is tackling a legend with Volkswagen. After his historic triumph at the world’s toughest desert rally in January, which the South African in the Volkswagen Race Touareg 2 and his co-driver Dirk von Zitzewitz [...]

Scania P-series available with bigger engines – P 360 and P 400 Euro 5 added to range

Together, Scania’s P-series and the new high-torque 13-litre EGR engines open new potential to specify compact, powerful trucks that are highly competitive in terms of weight. EGR technology combines excellent fuel economy with the convenience of not requiring additives, leaving space on the chassis for extra fuel or other equipment. The broad P-series cab range [...]

SEAT & Armin van Buuren successful with marathon radio show

•    SEAT main sponsor of most popular DJ in the world’s international jubilee show •    72 hours of non-stop trance with 26 hours of live performances from Germany, the UK and The Netherlands 72 hours of non-stop radio, 26 hours of live performances from Germany, the UK and the Netherlands. An estimated 4.5 million listeners [...]

Mazda begins first-ever Sales in Azerbaijan

Leverkusen, 30 April 2009. Mazda has entered into an agreement with Rotary Motors LLC to distribute Mazda vehicles in Azerbaijan, it was announced today. Official date for sales starting will be 1 May 2009. This move is part of a Central Asian distribution strategy that is being managed by Mazda Motor Europe, and the first [...]

FIAT GROUP AND CHRYSLER ENTER INTO A GLOBAL STRATEGIC ALLIANCE

Fiat S.p.A. and Chrysler LLC announced today they have signed the agreements to establish a global strategic alliance. The Alliance comprises two elements: Fiat contributing to Chrysler rights in various platforms, technologies, and models, management services and cooperation and assistance in key areas of Chrysler’s business, such as procurement and international distribution, and Fiat’s acquisition [...]

Chrysler LLC and Fiat Group Announce Global Strategic Alliance to Form a Vibrant New Company

Auburn Hills, Mich., Apr 30, 2009  -  Chrysler LLC today announced that, as a result of the comprehensive restructuring plan agreed to by many of its stakeholders, it has reached an agreement in principle to establish a global strategic alliance with Fiat SpA to form a vibrant new company. It will allow Chrysler and Fiat [...]

Progress in Design: Audi Redefines Dealership Architecture

- Audi investing $1 billion in dealership enhancements. – 30 newly-designed Audi dealerships to be open by end of 2010. – Efficient, sporty, luxurious, and environmentally conscious “terminal” architecture for Audi dealerships echoes vehicle designs. HERNDON, Va., Apr 30, 2009  -  Before stepping into a new car, you need to step into a dealership – [...]

NEW FOR THE RENAULT Megane AND Megane Coupe RANGES

TCe 130, dCi 150 AND dCi 160 ENGINES, PLUS THE NEW CARMINAT TOMTOM NAVIGATION SYSTEM Six months after the releases of New Megane Hatchback and New Megane Coupe, the ranges of the two models have been extended to include three new engines (TCe 130, dCi 150 and dCi 160), as well as the introduction of [...]

Success continues for the world’s first ever virtual to real life racing driver

Lucas Ordonez winner of GT Academy, earns a place in the GT 4 European Championship There is no stopping the world’s first virtual to real life racing driver Lucas Ordonez, winner of the Nissan/PlayStation® GT Academy 2008.   Following a skilled performance in the Dubai 24hr race in January, where Lucas raced alongside established drivers such [...]

The Life Ball MINI 2009, designed by “The Blonds” for Katy Perry

Prize draw for the first time at this year’s Life Ball. Munich/Vienna. When fashion and music come together at the Life Ball, the result will always be something fascinating and unique – the new Life Ball MINI created in Katy Perry style by American designer duo The Blonds.