Archive for February, 2009

Friday, February 27th, 2009

The Acura, Mazda and Toyota Drivers Charged With Saving Detroit - Washington Post

The Acura, Mazda and Toyota Drivers Charged With Saving Detroit
Washington Post, United States
The co-chairmen both do: Treasury Secretary Timothy F. Geithner, whose grandfather worked for Ford, drives a 2008 Acura TSX, while National Economic Council Director Lawrence H. Summers owns a 1995 Mazda Protege that's registered in Massachusetts,

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2010 Volvo XC60 boasts safest crossover - MSNBC


Washington Times
2010 Volvo XC60 boasts safest crossover
MSNBC
Competitors include the 2009 Acura RDX with starting retail price of $34655 for a base model with 240-horsepower, turbocharged four cylinder and standard all-wheel drive and the 2009 Infiniti EX35 with starting retail price of $32765 for a base model
Video: Driving Northwest: Volvo's showstopper KING5.com
Volvo crossover hauls, performs Washington Times
Wheels: Still safe to drive? GlobalPost
Autonet
all 11 news articles

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Friday, February 27th, 2009

GM 4Q Loss Sparks Viability Concerns - CNNMoney.com

GM 4Q Loss Sparks Viability Concerns
CNNMoney.com
DETROIT -(Dow Jones)- General Motors Corp. (GM) on Thursday fleshed out the scale of its financial crisis, reporting a $9.6 billion loss for the fourth quarter and warning auditors may question its financial survival. The largest US auto maker has
GM 4Q Loss Sparks Viability Concerns CNNMoney.com
EARNINGS OUTLOOK: GM's Fourth Quarter Looks Bad, Irrelevant CNNMoney.com
Federal Aid Request For Auto Suppliers On Temporary Hold CNNMoney.com
all 14 news articles

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GM’s Wagoner Meets With Auto Panel for Six Hours - Bloomberg


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GM’s Wagoner Meets With Auto Panel for Six Hours
Bloomberg
26 (Bloomberg) — General Motors Corp. Chief Executive Officer Rick Wagoner pressed his case for as much as $16.6 billion in US aid to a White House auto task force in a session that ran almost six hours, according to a person familiar with the matter.
How Long Can GM Stay Alive? Forbes
GM finds task force willing to understand plight Reuters
GM, Obama team wrap up day's talks DetNews.com
Detroit Free Press - Barron’s Blogs
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GM's losses show a 'tough year' - Detroit Free Press

GM's losses show a 'tough year'
Detroit Free Press, United States
"It's been a tough year, no doubt about it," GM Chief Financial Officer Ray Young said early Thursday during an appearance on CNBC. GM's loss was largely attributed to plummeting sales. GM reported $149 billion in revenue for 2008, down from $180
GM: Industry Crisis Officially Global Ward’s Auto (subscription)
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GM Smith says little, but he could be speaking volumes - San Diego Union Tribune


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GM Smith says little, but he could be speaking volumes
San Diego Union Tribune, CA
The GM refused to give the media the protein they came to eat, and that was the dish on tailback LaDainian Tomlinson. It was anticipated there would be news regarding LT's contract renegotiation proceedings with the Chargers. Not so much as a nosh.
Chargers GM says LT talks still ongoing Rotoworld.com
LT still with Bolts as free agency-trading nears The Associated Press
Smith talks Chargers Examiner.com
all 157 news articles

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RPT-UPDATE 1-GM's Opel board meets over restructuring plan - Reuters


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RPT-UPDATE 1-GM's Opel board meets over restructuring plan
Reuters
By Christiaan Hetzner and Gernot Heller FRANKFURT/BERLIN, Feb 27 (Reuters) - The board of General Motors' (GM.N) German Opel subsidiary met on Friday to agree a restructuring plan that could cost thousands of jobs and open the way to state support.
Opel Survival, German Aid May Hinge on GM Separation Bloomberg
STOCKS NEWS US-GM's Opel unit may cut jobs in restructuring Reuters
GM's Opel workers attend mass rally to save jobs Reuters
Reuters - Reuters
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GM Said to Need Europe Aid or Opel May Be Insolvent - Bloomberg

GM Said to Need Europe Aid or Opel May Be Insolvent
Bloomberg
27 (Bloomberg) — General Motors Corp. plans to tell Germany and other European governments it needs 3.3 billion euros ($4.17 billion) in aid within weeks or it may run out of cash to run the Adam Opel GmbH unit, a person familiar with the matter said.

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Friday, February 27th, 2009

Plymouth South Student Council members win Tracy Chevrolet … - BigNews.biz (press release)

Plymouth South Student Council members win Tracy Chevrolet
BigNews.biz (press release), MA
For their commitment to their classmates, their school and the community in which they live, Plymouth South’s Student Council members received Tracy Chevrolet Cadillac “Driven Student” award for the month of February.

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Japanese brands top Consumer Reports annual car list - Newsday


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Japanese brands top Consumer Reports annual car list
Newsday, NY
But the magazine did name the Chevrolet Avalanche as best pickup truck, replacing last year's winner - the Chevrolet Silverado. It also said the newest models from General Motors and Ford showed improvement in performance and reliability.
Asian vehicles top Consumer Reports auto ranking — again Los Angeles Times
Only one US vehicle makes Top 10 picks DetNews.com
Consumer Reports picks best-value cars Globe and Mail
24/7 Wall St. - PR Newswire (press release)
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NeSmith Chevrolet DLMS Notebook - WhoWon.com

NeSmith Chevrolet DLMS Notebook
WhoWon.com, NE
After the first five events of the 2009 NeSmith Chevrolet Dirt Late Model Series season, a pair of familiar names that have represented success in the series in years past, have teamed up and gotten off to a fast start. THE TWO-TIME CHAMP IS BACK

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Friday, February 27th, 2009

2007 Acura TSX - Honda Tuning Magazine

2007 Acura TSX
Honda Tuning Magazine
Acura's A-Spec body kit follows the TSX's lines to a tee. The pre-painted kit includes both bumper covers and a pair of side skirts. Not having to wait for a body shop to spray all of this cuts down down-time considerably, which is good since the TSX

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Acura TL is a strong entry with all-wheel drive: A short stint review - AutoWeek

Acura TL is a strong entry with all-wheel drive: A short stint review
AutoWeek
The Acura TL is a strong luxury midsize sedan–with the exception of the grille. OUR TAKE: If you overlook the hideous face Acura plastered onto the front of the new TL, you are left with a really strong luxury midsize sedan.
2010 Acura TSX V6 Edmunds.com/Inside Line
2009 Acura RL AWD Automobile Magazine
Acura TL leaves much to be desired Carz Unlimited
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2010 Volvo XC60 boasts safest crossover - MSNBC


Washington Times
2010 Volvo XC60 boasts safest crossover
MSNBC
Competitors include the 2009 Acura RDX with starting retail price of $34655 for a base model with 240-horsepower, turbocharged four cylinder and standard all-wheel drive and the 2009 Infiniti EX35 with starting retail price of $32765 for a base model
Video: Driving Northwest: Volvo's showstopper KING5.com
Volvo crossover hauls, performs Washington Times
Wheels: Still safe to drive? GlobalPost
Autonet
all 11 news articles

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Friday, February 27th, 2009

Acura TL is a strong entry with all-wheel drive: A short stint review - AutoWeek

Acura TL is a strong entry with all-wheel drive: A short stint review
AutoWeek
The Acura TL is a strong luxury midsize sedan–with the exception of the grille. OUR TAKE: If you overlook the hideous face Acura plastered onto the front of the new TL, you are left with a really strong luxury midsize sedan.
2010 Acura TSX V6 Edmunds.com/Inside Line
2009 Acura RL AWD Automobile Magazine
Acura TL leaves much to be desired Carz Unlimited
all 4 news articles

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Friday, February 27th, 2009

The Acura, Mazda and Toyota Drivers Charged With Saving Detroit - Washington Post

The Acura, Mazda and Toyota Drivers Charged With Saving Detroit
Washington Post, United States
The co-chairmen both do: Treasury Secretary Timothy F. Geithner, whose grandfather worked for Ford, drives a 2008 Acura TSX, while National Economic Council Director Lawrence H. Summers owns a 1995 Mazda Protege that's registered in Massachusetts,

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Acura TL is a strong entry with all-wheel drive: A short stint review - AutoWeek

Acura TL is a strong entry with all-wheel drive: A short stint review
AutoWeek
The Acura TL is a strong luxury midsize sedan–with the exception of the grille. OUR TAKE: If you overlook the hideous face Acura plastered onto the front of the new TL, you are left with a really strong luxury midsize sedan.
2010 Acura TSX V6 Edmunds.com/Inside Line
2009 Acura RL AWD Automobile Magazine
Acura TL leaves much to be desired Carz Unlimited
all 4 news articles

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Friday, February 27th, 2009

Pontiac Mayoral race Down to One Candidate - Central Illinois Proud

Pontiac Mayoral race Down to One Candidate
Central Illinois Proud, IL
WMBD/WYZZ— Pontiac— It is not official, but Pontiac residents have a good idea who their next mayor is going to be. Republican Bob Russell is now running unopposed after winning the primary election, since no democrats are currently in the race.

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Canine Parvovirus Cases Increase - MSNBC

Canine Parvovirus Cases Increase
MSNBC
PONTIAC, Mich. - Oakland County pet owners are being warned about an outbreak of the canine Parvovirus. "You take your dog to the vet and eight hours later they are foaming at the mouth and there's nothing you can do," said Andrea Glynn,

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Lucas Oil Slick Mist NHRA Nationals results - USA Today


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Lucas Oil Slick Mist NHRA Nationals results
USA Today
Lou Ficco, Pontiac GXP, 7.829, 130.19. Super Stock — Michael Iacono, Chevy Camaro, 9.952, 132.02 def. Jimmy DeFrank, Cobalt, 8.796, 154.83. Stock — Brad Burton, Formula, 10.949, 119.01 def. Doug Lambeck, Camaro, 12.144, 78.72.
THOMAS BAYER WINS SUPER COMP AT THE 25TH ANNUAL LUCAS SLICK MIST RacingWest.com
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Whither Pontiac - San Francisco Chronicle


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Whither Pontiac
San Francisco Chronicle,  USA
What's a Pontiac these days? Just another blanded-out product of General Motors, essentially interchangeable with cars made by Chevrolet or Buick (Oldsmobile has died). So when the government stepped in to rescue GM, the big car maker said it was going
Club president laments Pontiac's fading glory Frederick News Post (subscription)
On the disappearance of Pontiacs Nova News Now
General Motors: The Biggest Credit Risk of All Time? Wall Street Journal Blogs
The Tomah Journal
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Friday, February 27th, 2009

1966 Pontiac Bonneville - High Performance Pontiac Magazine

1966 Pontiac Bonneville
High Performance Pontiac Magazine
Thank you Mr. Adams in Ohio And Thank You High Performance Pontiac for haveng this area for us non mint pontiac owners to show their rusty but Loved of Pontiac cars, I remeber when you guys were Just TA only. you come a long way guys.

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Lucas Oil Slick Mist NHRA Nationals results - USA Today


RacingWest.com
Lucas Oil Slick Mist NHRA Nationals results
USA Today
Lou Ficco, Pontiac GXP, 7.829, 130.19. Super Stock — Michael Iacono, Chevy Camaro, 9.952, 132.02 def. Jimmy DeFrank, Cobalt, 8.796, 154.83. Stock — Brad Burton, Formula, 10.949, 119.01 def. Doug Lambeck, Camaro, 12.144, 78.72.
THOMAS BAYER WINS SUPER COMP AT THE 25TH ANNUAL LUCAS SLICK MIST RacingWest.com
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Osisko Reports Preliminary Metallurgical Results on Barnat - MSNBC

Osisko Reports Preliminary Metallurgical Results on Barnat
MSNBC
The Pontiac mixed composites refer to 70% mineralized metasediments and 30% porphyry, all located south of the fault. Overall recoveries are thus far superior to those obtained in the Canadian Malartic deposit (average of 84% for head grade of 1.0 g/t

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Whither Pontiac - San Francisco Chronicle


Wall Street Journal Blogs
Whither Pontiac
San Francisco Chronicle,  USA
What's a Pontiac these days? Just another blanded-out product of General Motors, essentially interchangeable with cars made by Chevrolet or Buick (Oldsmobile has died). So when the government stepped in to rescue GM, the big car maker said it was going
Club president laments Pontiac's fading glory Frederick News Post (subscription)
On the disappearance of Pontiacs Nova News Now
General Motors: The Biggest Credit Risk of All Time? Wall Street Journal Blogs
The Tomah Journal
all 5 news articles

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TC Wallace To Stay In Lansing - WLNS

TC Wallace To Stay In Lansing
WLNS, MI
Wallace cited family and health concerns as reasons for considering the job in Pontiac. "We have been blessed that the burden of our family health matter has been lifted," Wallace said in a statement released just before 6pm on Thursday.
Possible TC Wallace Jr. move tied to personal matter Lansing State Journal
Lansing Schools Superintendent May Leave WLAJ
The best man for which job? City Pulse
The Saginaw News - MLive.com - WLNS
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Canine Parvovirus Cases Increase - MSNBC

Canine Parvovirus Cases Increase
MSNBC
PONTIAC, Mich. - Oakland County pet owners are being warned about an outbreak of the canine Parvovirus. "You take your dog to the vet and eight hours later they are foaming at the mouth and there's nothing you can do," said Andrea Glynn,

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Thursday, February 26th, 2009

Whither Pontiac - San Francisco Chronicle


Wall Street Journal Blogs
Whither Pontiac
San Francisco Chronicle,  USA
What's a Pontiac these days? Just another blanded-out product of General Motors, essentially interchangeable with cars made by Chevrolet or Buick (Oldsmobile has died). So when the government stepped in to rescue GM, the big car maker said it was going
Club president laments Pontiac's fading glory Frederick News Post (subscription)
On the disappearance of Pontiacs Nova News Now
General Motors: The Biggest Credit Risk of All Time? Wall Street Journal Blogs
The Tomah Journal
all 5 news articles

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Osisko Reports Preliminary Metallurgical Results on Barnat - MSNBC

Osisko Reports Preliminary Metallurgical Results on Barnat
MSNBC
The Pontiac mixed composites refer to 70% mineralized metasediments and 30% porphyry, all located south of the fault. Overall recoveries are thus far superior to those obtained in the Canadian Malartic deposit (average of 84% for head grade of 1.0 g/t

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Lucas Oil Slick Mist NHRA Nationals results - USA Today


RacingWest.com
Lucas Oil Slick Mist NHRA Nationals results
USA Today
Lou Ficco, Pontiac GXP, 7.829, 130.19. Super Stock — Michael Iacono, Chevy Camaro, 9.952, 132.02 def. Jimmy DeFrank, Cobalt, 8.796, 154.83. Stock — Brad Burton, Formula, 10.949, 119.01 def. Doug Lambeck, Camaro, 12.144, 78.72.
THOMAS BAYER WINS SUPER COMP AT THE 25TH ANNUAL LUCAS SLICK MIST RacingWest.com
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Detroiter charged with stealing $19000 ring - Detroit Free Press

Detroiter charged with stealing $19000 ring
Detroit Free Press, United States
He then ran out of the store with the ring and escaped in an older, dark Pontiac Trans Am driven by another person, police said. Roseville police circulated his picture and vehicle description to other departments. Southfield police picked him up at
Man Charged In $19K Ring Theft MSNBC
Detroit man accused in theft of $19000 ring from Macomb Mall DetNews.com
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Thursday, February 26th, 2009

The Poor-Man’s James Bond Car (Part II) BMW 7 Series - Examiner.com


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The Poor-Man’s James Bond Car (Part II) BMW 7 Series
Examiner.com
by Nathan Adlen, Denver Autos Examiner Nothing, and I mean NOTHING chapped my hide more than the redesign of the BMW 7 series in 2002. I won’t get into details about the wrongdoing or who was responsible for making the classy 7 series of 1995 – 2001

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TEXT-Moody's - Reuters

TEXT-Moody's
Reuters
(The following statement was released by the rating agency) Feb 25 - Moody's Investors Service placed the long- and short-term deposit and debt ratings, and the bank financial strength rating (BFSR) of BMW Bank of North America (BMW Bank) on review for

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BMW Intelligent Learning Navigation System - UberGizmo


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BMW Intelligent Learning Navigation System
UberGizmo, CA
BMW is always at the forefront of vehicle technology and their latest contribution would be Intelligent Learning Navigation System (ILENA), where the system will learn your (bad) driving habits as well as daily routes in order to assist you better when
BMW developing adaptive navigation systems CrunchGear
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