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GM South Africa announces August 2008 sales results
- GMSA market share rises by almost a full share point in August - GMSA records passenger market share of 11.5% and light commercial share of 22.8 % - Chevrolet sells a record 1900 units
8 Sep, 2008
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Demand for small cars on the rise worldwide
Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic, Ford Focus and our Cobalt sedan are the future.
6 Sep, 2008
203
18 GM models achieve 30 mpg or more on highway
GM is poised to lead the industry again; also leads in subcompact and midsize non-hybrid car segments.
6 Sep, 2008
204
GM to recycle all its factory waste by 2010
33 operations recently reach landfill-free status, bringing current total to 43 company accelerating efforts to reduce facility impact on environment.
6 Sep, 2008
205
GM & GAZ reach JV agreement for ownership of VM Motori
GAZ Group and General Motors Corp., have reached agreement on a GAZ 50 percent equity ownership in VM Motori S.p.A.
5 Sep, 2008
206
GM reports 308817 deliveries in August 2008
Car retail sales increase driven by Chevrolet Malibu sales up 212 percent, Pontiac Vibe up 114 percent, Cadillac CTS up 87 percent, Corvette up 49 percent and Chevrolet Impala up 27 percent compared with last August.
5 Sep, 2008
207
GM India launches new Chevrolet Tavera multi-utility vehicle
The new Tavera, launched a day after GM India inaugurated its new, state-of-the-art vehicle manufacturing facility in Talegaon, Maharashtra, is one of the most fuel-efficient vehicles in its class.
5 Sep, 2008
208
Auto component vendors for Nano project doing good to other car makers
Many automotive component vendors who are slated to offer components to the Tata Nano project at cheaper rates are doing good to other car makers due to their cheaper rates and low cost technology.
4 Sep, 2008
209
General Motors sets up second plant at Talegaon
General Motors has inaugurated its second vehicle manufacturing facility at Talegaon in Maharashtra.
4 Sep, 2008
210
Chevrolet Niva L, LC, GLS, GLC prices go up
Since the 1st of September, 2008 retail prices for Chevrolet Niva L, LC, GLS and GLC increase by 10 thousand rubles.
2 Sep, 2008
211
Vauxhall Insignia with stronger seats for greater protection
- Industry-leading range of seat adjustment - Sports seats receive coveted award from ergonomic experts and doctors - Improved active head restraints and occupant protection
1 Sep, 2008
212
Vauxhall launches new Astra ecoFLEX
- CO2 emissions of 119g/km mean lowest tax band for company car drivers - Power output increase over current Astra 1.7 CDTi - Most economical Astra in range
1 Sep, 2008
213
GM to host conference for Chevrolet Tavera NEO 2
General Motors has hosted a press conference on Wednesday 3rd September, 2008, at 12:00 noon in the presence of Fritz Henderson, President & Chief, General Motors Corporation.
1 Sep, 2008
214
Vauxhall to debut third Insignia variant at Paris Auto Show
- Stand-alone estate model to join range - Retains wheelbase and design language of hatch and saloon - Two new engines available from launch
1 Sep, 2008
215
2009 Chevrolet Traverse receives IIHS top safety rating
All-new 2009 Traverse crossover, available at Chevrolet dealers this fall, starts at $34,655 MSRP.
1 Sep, 2008
216
Chevrolet declares performance results & pricing of 2009 Corvette ZR1
- Corvette ZR1 has a top speed of 330 km/h (205 mph) - Unmatched performance and efficiency for the dollar at $125,195 MSRP
1 Sep, 2008
217
GM Daewoo introduces 2009 Matiz & Matiz SX Star
“With the 2009 Matiz and SX Star, GM Daewoo offers more to choose from in the fast-growing mini segment” said Rick LaBelle, GM Daewoo Vice President of Vehicle Sales, Service and Marketing.
1 Sep, 2008
218
GM Holden offers new fuel efficient entry in medium SUV segment
Powered by the 2.0 litre diesel engine found in the Captiva AWD range, the manual transmission 2WD model will lead its segment with fuel efficiency (ADR081/01) of 7.2 litres per 100kms. The automatic returns an impressive 8.5 litres per 100km.
30 Aug, 2008
219
No competition between Toyota & General Motors: GM executive
There is no race between General Motors Corp. and Toyota Motor Corp. to produce a rechargeable car.
29 Aug, 2008
220
Saab 9-X BioHybrid at Washington Times Car Show
Award-winning 2008 Saab 9-X BioHybrid concept is scheduled to be on display at the Washington Times Car Show this Sunday, August 31.
29 Aug, 2008