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2009 Nissan Murano will sell january 2008

November 25th, 2007 — nissan

Nissan Motor Co. (TSE:7201) said Friday that it plans to start selling the all-new Murano sportS utility vehicle in the U.S. in January 2008, with the Japanese launch following within that year.

The SUV is to be manufactured at Nissan’s Kyushu factory in Kanda, Fukuoka Prefecture. Production is to kick off at 6,000 to 7,000 units a month, with the scale expected to be lifted to 10,000 units once domestic sales begin.

The new Murano will feature a 3.5-liter engine and a CVT (continuously variable transmission) system. A total of 500,000 Muranos have been sold in 130 countries since the model’s 2002 release.

At a ceremony to mark the launch of production, Nissan President Carlos Ghosn said car sales in the U.S. will likely come to 15-16 million units for 2008, compared with the 16 million projected for 2007. He also expressed his confidence in Nissan’s performance there next year, saying the firm is ready to compete in the tough market environment.

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Dodge Zeo concept sketch in 2008 NAIAS

November 20th, 2007 — Auto show / Motor Show, Dodge

2008 Dodge ZEO Concept

The 2008 Dodge ZEO Concept is a four-passenger, 2+2 sport wagon that embraces the bold, expressive look of the Dodge brand, exhibiting a new, youthful breed of muscle car for the 21st century. Built for driving enthusiasts, it features an electric-only propulsion system with a lithium-ion battery pack capable of at least 250 miles. Unlike other such vehicles, the 2008 Dodge ZEO Concept is a four-door, four-passenger model that delivers function as well as environmental responsibility.

Specifications
Length: 172.8 inches (4390 mm)
Width at H-point: 68.6 inches (1743 mm)
Height: 50.8 inches (1290 mm)
Wheelbase: 109.9 inches (2792 mm)

2009 Honda FCX Clarity information

November 14th, 2007 — Auto show / Motor Show, honda

11/14/2007 - LOS ANGELES, - Honda today unveiled the FCX Clarity fuel cell vehicle at the Los Angeles Auto Show, announcing plans to begin limited retail marketing of the vehicle in summer 2008.
The FCX Clarity is a next-generation, zero-emissions, hydrogen-powered fuel cell vehicle based on the entirely-new Honda V Flow fuel cell platform, and powered by the highly compact, efficient and powerful Honda V Flow fuel cell stack. Featuring tremendous improvements to driving range, power, weight and efficiency - and boasting a low-slung, dynamic and sophisticated appearance, previously unachievable in a fuel cell vehicle - the FCX Clarity marks the significant progress Honda continues to make in advancing the real-world performance and appeal of the hydrogen-powered fuel cell car.
“The FCX Clarity is a shining symbol of the progress we’ve made with fuel cell vehicles and of our belief in the promise of this technology,” said Tetsuo Iwamura, American Honda president and CEO. “Step by step, with continuous effort, commitment and focus, we are working to overcome obstacles to the mass-market potential of zero-emissions hydrogen fuel cell automobiles.”
American Honda plans to lease the FCX Clarity to a limited number of retail consumers in Southern California with the first deliveries taking place in summer 2008.
Full details of the lease program will be set closer to launch, but current plans call for a three-year lease term with a price of $600 per month, including maintenance and collision insurance. American Honda is also developing a service infrastructure that provides customers with the best balance of convenience and the highest quality of service. When the FCX Clarity requires periodic maintenance, customers will simply schedule a visit with their local Honda dealer. American Honda will transport the vehicle to their fuel cell service facility, located in the greater Los Angeles area, where all required work will be performed. At the completion of the work, the customer will pick up their car from the dealer.

Toyota Unveils All-New 2008 Sequoia At 2007 Los Angeles Auto Show

November 14th, 2007 — Auto show / Motor Show, toyota

November 14, 2007 - Toyota Motor Sales (TMS) U.S.A, Inc., unveiled the second-generation Sequoia full-size sport utility vehicle at a press conference today at the 2007 Los Angeles Auto Show. Sequoia is completely new for 2008, with a new body, a new interior, a new chassis, an available new 5.7L V8 engine/six-speed transmission combination and an increased focus on efficiency, performance and driver/passenger comfort.

Since the Sequoia was introduced in 2000, the world has changed. With both gasoline prices and environmental concerns on the rise, Toyota’s engineers and designers have taken steps to increase not just the 2008 Sequoia’s performance and comfort, but also its efficiency and environmental awareness.

To that end, the Sequoia is equipped with an available powerful new 5.7L V8 engine that generates excellent fuel efficiency and very low emissions.

An all-new platform now provides exterior dimensions that are competitive with other vehicles in the Sequoia’s class. Inside, highly efficient packaging gives the new Sequoia a very roomy cabin and a capacious luggage space.

Specification of 2009 Nissan Murano

November 14th, 2007 — Auto show / Motor Show, nissan

2009 Nissan Murano

nissan murano front angle

Key Dimensions and Specifications

Engine/Transmission Revised 3.5-liter VQ V6 engine rated at 265 horsepower and 248 lb-ft of torque

New advanced second-generation Xtronic CVT™ (Continuously Variable Transmission) with Adaptive Shift Control (ASC)

Platform New “D” platform

Drive Configuration Front engine/front-wheel drive or advanced all-wheel drive system

Standard Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) with Traction Control System (TCS); Yaw Moment Control (all-wheel drive models)

Suspension Revised suspension with extensive use of aluminum components for reduced mass; high-performance dual flow path shock absorbers

Front: Subframe-mounted independent front strut suspension with stabilizer bar

Rear: Independent multi-link rear suspension with stabilizer bar; revised suspension geometry

Steering New twin-orifice vehicle speed-sensitive power steering system; improved mounting stiffness; tilt and telescoping steering wheel

Brakes Power-assisted vented front and rear discs with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA)

Wheels/Tires S, SL: 18-inch 6-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels with P235/65R18 tires

LE: 20-inch 5-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels with P235/55R20 tires

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2008 Kia Borrego coming to USA in June 2008 and Korea in January 2008 as know as Mohave

November 6th, 2007 — Auto show / Motor Show, Kia

Seoul, Nov 07 (Korea Newswire)– Kia Motors has revealed that the corporation’s all-new, mid-size, SUV will bear the name Kia ‘Borrego’ when it makes its world premiere at the Detroit Motor Show in early January 2008, will be sold in South Korea from January under the brand name “Mohave,” and will be sold in USA in June next years Kia said in a statement.

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2009 The All New Toyota Corolla Matrix has been unveiled in 2007 SEMA

October 31st, 2007 — Auto show / Motor Show, toyota

October 31, 2007 – Las Vegas - Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., unveiled the all-new second-generation Corolla Matrix at a press conference today at the 2007 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show.

The Toyota Matrix, the sporty five-door vehicle that helped redefine the concept of a crossover utility vehicle, has been redesigned for the 2009 model year to offer performance that matters for driver enjoyment.

“The Matrix concept was based on blending the functionality of an SUV, the style, image and performance of a sports car with the affordability of a subcompact sedan,” said Tim Morrison, Toyota Division corporate marketing manager. “For 2009, it’s all that, and more. It may have the body of a five-door hatch, but it comes with the soul of a two-door sports car.”

Development of the 2009 Matrix focused on greater exterior coupe-like styling with enhanced interior utility and improved dynamic performance. It was made wider with a lower stance than the current model while maintaining its interior space. The result is a sporty, dynamic shape that contains room for five people to ride in comfort. As a result of significant changes to the Matrix’s profile, the theme is flowing and dynamic. The design expresses a low center of gravity, and coupe-like style with a fun-to-drive image. From the rear, the Matrix has rounded rear windows and continuous character lines that run from the front grille to the A-pillar.

Matrix will be available in three grades – Standard, S and the XRS. And Matrix will offer the option of all-wheel drive (AWD) with the S grade. The S and XRS models integrate a front underbody spoiler with a large mesh fog lamp bezel and rear underbody spoiler. A rear deck spoiler will be standard for all XRS models.

The Matrix interior is completely redesigned to enhance driving enjoyment, comfort and utility.

Nissan considering $3,000 super low-cost to global and USA

October 25th, 2007 — nissan

Bajaj Auto will lead the three-way exclusive global alliance with Renault-Nissan for the $3,000 small car project. Sources said the current agreement is that Bajaj will lead the project and Renault-Nissan will support it.

Bajaj will be involved not just in the development and manufacturing of the car but also in its marketing and distribution, using its existing network of two-wheeler dealers. However, the alliance with Bajaj will only focus on light vehicles, both passenger and cargo. Which means, Nissan may be looking for another Indian partner to market and distribute its high-end range of cars.

Renault-Nissan boss Carlos Ghosn, who is all set to come to India next week to formally announce Nissan’s commercial vehicle partnership with Ashok Leyland, will be meeting the Bajaj brass on October 29 and will also be visiting its Chakan plant.