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New Porsche 911 Turbo making its Debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show
Particularly in terms of fuel economy and dynamic performance, the new top-of-the-range 911 from Zuffenhausen now stands out even more than before from its competitors in the market. Porsche's new top model will be presented to the public for the first ...
7 Aug, 2009
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Audi global sales rise 2.1 percent in July
As the market's leading premium brand, Audi benefited from growth in China to reach a new monthly sales record there. In the United States and Western Europe, Audi’s sales progressed better than those of its competitors.
6 Aug, 2009
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Porsche offers wide range of customisation options for Panamera
The new Panamera is no exception to this rule, again giving the customer the option to turn the car into a truly unmistakable one-off masterpiece by means of Exclusive features fitted straight at the factory or Tequipment components fitted later by the ...
6 Aug, 2009
64
Volkswagen generates Euro1.2 billion operating profit in H1 2009
In the first six months of the year, Europe’s largest automobile manufacturer delivered 3.1 million (H1 2008: 3.3 million) vehicles worldwide. Although the overall market contracted by around 18 percent, Group deliveries decreased by only 4.4 ...
4 Aug, 2009
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Audi posts operating profit of 823 million euros for first six months
- CFO Axel Strotbek: “We’re keeping to our target of recording a significant operating profit in 2009, even if there are challenges to be faced in the second half.” - By the fall, the Audi brand will have 50 models on sale with emissions ...
3 Aug, 2009
66
New E-Class Successfully Launched
The new E-Class models have outstanding fuel economy. The sedan's four- and six-cylinder engines have direct injection systems and consume far less fuel than their predecessors despite their greater output. This month also marked the sales release of two ...
30 Jul, 2009
67
Broad approval for integration of Volkswagen and Porsche
The details of a final joint concept will be worked out over the coming weeks. Representatives of the Porsche and Piëch families, the State of Lower Saxony and the workforce of both companies have however already expressed their great satisfaction ...
29 Jul, 2009
68
smart fortwo cdi: 21% more power for the CO2 champion
The smart fortwo enjoys the worldwide reputation of a car that is perfect for the times we live in. Thanks to its unique concept it takes up minimum road and parking space, boasts low fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions and combines mobility, ...
27 Jul, 2009
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Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the best car in the USA: JD Power
In this exhaustive customer survey the Mercedes-Benz S-Class was awarded the highest number of overall points for the third time running, and is therefore not only the best car in its segment, but at the same time also in the entire US market. Other ...
23 Jul, 2009
70
US scrappage incentive passed: Maximum reward for smart buyers
Buyers of new cars will receive a maximum scrappage bonus of $4,500 in future (currently the equivalent of around €3,200) when they exchange a gas-guzzling old car for an environmentally friendly new one. Unlike the German system, the Car Allowance ...
22 Jul, 2009
71
Mercedes-Benz E-Class: New, economical four-cylinder models ready to roll
The diesel powerplant in the E 200 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY has a displacement of 2143 cc, an output of 100 kW/136 hp, and consumes 5.2 to 5.5 litres of diesel per 100 kilometres (CO2 emissions: 137 - 145 g/km), enabling the Saloon to accelerate from zero to ...
20 Jul, 2009
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Porsche Cayenne Diesel Wins ‘Company Car of the Year 2009’
In early July 150 Car Fleet Managers chose the both economical and sporting Porsche Cayenne Diesel as their Company Car of the Year 2009 in the Maxi SUV category of Europe’s largest practical comparative car test.
17 Jul, 2009
73
Lang Lang is worldwide cultural ambassador for the Audi brand
The virtuosic Chinese pianist meshes western and eastern traditions with his music. He has celebrated worldwide success without ever forgetting his roots. Lang Lang has been a guest artist at the Audi Summer Concerts many times now and since 2006 has been ...
17 Jul, 2009
74
New Audi A5 Sportback - new concept vehicle
The A5 Sportback will be rolling into Audi dealerships in September featuring an emotion-packed design, high everyday practicality, a sporty character and engines that are as efficient as they are powerful. Sales have already begun, with prices starting ...
16 Jul, 2009
75
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 400 Hybrid: Luxury for the Environment
This comprehensive environmental commitment over the entire lifecycle of the S 400 HYBRID - from production to the operating phase and eventual recycling/disposal - has now been recognised by the independent examiners from the technical inspection ...
15 Jul, 2009
76
Giant Audi TT serves as a new landmark
The giant Audi TT was presented this morning in the grassy area within the Audi roundabout by Dr. Werner Widuckel, Member of the Board of Management for Human Resources at AUDI AG, and Mayor of Ingolstadt Dr. Alfred Lehmann.
13 Jul, 2009
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BMW delivers 127,546 vehicles in June
The BMW brand recorded 105,220 sales in June – 13.4% lower than the sales level for the same month last year (121,570). MINI also reported a decrease in sales of 8.9% to 22,273 units (prev.yr. 24,452), while the Rolls-Royce brand sold 53 automobiles ...
13 Jul, 2009
78
New entry-level engines for Audi Q5 and A4 allroad
The diesel version is now also available in the A4 allroad quattro. These powerplant options expand the Audi product line with fuel-efficient models at attractive prices.
10 Jul, 2009
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Audi global sales increase 1.3% in June
Over the first six months the brand narrowed the gap to the previous year’s record sales to minus 9.7 percent, with around 466,000 vehicles delivered (2008: 516,219). The main driving forces behind the sales success in June were record unit sales in ...
9 Jul, 2009
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Mercedes-Benz sells 100,300 passenger vehicles in June
Mercedes-Benz remained the market leader in Germany in the premium segment in June, with 30,100 vehicles sold, a result that matches last year’s level of sales (June 2008: 30,500) and Mercedes-Benz continued its dynamic growth in the emerging ...
8 Jul, 2009