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Dec
16th

BRAZIL: Renault confirms new investment and Duster production

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Renault Brazil has announced a US$550m investment here for the 2010-2012 period. It is the third automaker, in less than a month, after Ford ($2bn) and Volkswagen ($3bn), to boost investment in the Brazilian market. Full story...
Dec
16th

GERMANY: Ford Europe launching EcoBoost engines

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Ford's EcoBoost (direct petrol injection with turbocharger) engine technology is migrating across the Atlantic to Europe and is set to make its debut in the automaker's S-Max and Galaxy MPV (minivan) models at the 2010 Brussels Show on 13 January. Full story...
Dec
16th

Geely aims to complete Volvo deal in early 2010, sources say

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Zhejiang Geely Holding Group aims to conclude the acquisition of Ford Motor Co.'s Volvo unit in early 2010. "The Volvo deal sees no more hurdles," a source told Reuters. Full story...
Dec
16th

Geely aims to buy Volvo from Ford in early 2010, sources say

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Geely aims to conclude the acquisition of Volvo in early 2010. "The Volvo deal sees no more hurdles," a source said. "It is expected to be done before Chinese New Year." Chinese New Year starts on Feb. 14. Full story...
Dec
16th

Geely said to aiming to buy Volvo by early 2010

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Zhejiang Geely Holding Group aims to conclude the acquisition of Ford Motor Co.'s Volvo unit in early 2010. "The Volvo deal sees no more hurdles," a source told Reuters. Full story...
Dec
15th

Ford to restore merit pay for salaried workers

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Ford Motor Co., which posted a nearly $1 billion third-quarter profit that surprised Wall Street analysts, will reinstate merit pay increases for U.S. salaried workers in 2010, a spokeswoman said. Full story...
Dec
15th

US: Japan’s scrappage scheme hits protectionist nerve

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The US trade authorities have protested against Japan's nine-month-old scrappage scheme following complaints from Ford, GM and Chrysler that it discriminates against imported cars. Full story...
Dec
15th

New Ford S-MAX and Galaxy

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Revised models on way as firm’s new look debuts


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Dec
15th

US: Ford cautious on 2010 sales

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Ford is not planning for a big sales gain in 2010 but will likely boost vehicle production if business is better than expected, chairman Bill Ford has said. Full story...
Dec
15th

2009 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab 4×4 V-6 SR5 TRD

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2009 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab 4x4 V-6 SR5 TRD
2009 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab 4x4 V-6 SR5 TRD - Toyota Midsize Pickup Truck Review - Automobile Magazine
The Tacoma may be the right size for the city, but it carries a full-size price tag.

As a person who enjoys doing small-scale outdoorsy work or towing the odd small camper, car, or boat, I really like "small" trucks like this Toyota Tacoma, the Nissan Frontier, and the Dodge Dakota, among others. Compared with their full-size kin, such pickups are generally more economical both in initial cost and upkeep, and they're more reasonable daily drivers. This particular Tacoma, however, sports a ton of options and costs nearly $8000 more than a base crew-cab Tacoma. I must admit, though, that its most costly option, a TRD off-road package, makes this Toyota a more desirable truck to me, as it's equipped with lots of four-wheelin'-friendly additions, such as a locking rear differential, skid plates, tow hooks, and an off-road-spec suspension. It's no Ford Raptor, but I'm sure this Toyota could get the job done on most trails that aren't super hard-core.inline_mediumwraptextright27436390/reviews/editors_notebook/0912_2009_toyota_tacoma_double_cab_4x4_v6_sr5_trd0912_06_z+2009_toyota_tacoma_double_cab_4x4_v6_sR5_tRD+front_passenger_interior.jpgTrue


Photo Gallery: 2009 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab 4x4 V-6 SR5 TRD - Toyota Midsize Pickup Truck Review - Automobile Magazine


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Dec
15th

Japan’s auto barriers need to end, Ford exec says

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Japan's decision to exclude foreign automakers from its cash-for-clunkers program is part of a broader effort by the Japanese government to discourage imports, a Ford Motor Co. executive said in a recent interview. Full story...
Dec
15th

Japan’s auto barriers need to end, Ford government affairs chief says

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Japan's decision to exclude foreign automakers from its cash-for-clunkers program is part of a broader effort by the Japanese government to discourage imports, a Ford Motor Co. executive said in a recent interview. Full story...
Dec
15th

Ford’s European sales rose by 19.8% in November

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Ford increased its new-car sales in its main European markets by 19.8 percent in November, marking the company's sixth consecutive monthly volume increase and resulting in a 9. Full story...
Dec
15th

Bill Ford not planning for big sales gain in 2010

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Ford Motor Co. is not planning for a big gain in North American sales for 2010 but will likely boost production if business is better than expected, the company's chairman said. Full story...
Dec
14th

Bill Ford not planning for big sales gain in 2010

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Ford Motor Co. is not planning for a big gain in North American sales for 2010 but will likely boost production if business is better than expected, the company's chairman said today. Full story...
Dec
14th

Auto industry stocks show signs of life on Wall Street

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Investors are beginning to show renewed interest in the automotive industry after months of near-frozen credit markets, bankruptcies and plummeting stock prices. In the last month, Ford Motor Co. Full story...
Dec
14th

JAPAN: Toyota to sell “affordable” PHVs from 2011

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Toyota Motor will begin selling "affordable" plug-in hybrid cars in 2011 to challenge General Motors and the Renault-Nissan alliance in the race for the lead in the field of rechargeable cars. Full story...
Dec
14th

Toyota to sell plug-in hybrids to consumers in 2 years

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Toyota Motor Corp. will begin selling "affordable" plug-in hybrid cars in 2011, upping the ante on General Motors Co. and Nissan Motor Co. as they aim to take the lead in the field of rechargeable cars. Full story...
Dec
14th

Toyota’s plug-in hybrid to go on sale in 2011

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Toyota Motor Corp. will begin selling "affordable" plug-in hybrid cars in 2011, upping the ante on General Motors Co. and Nissan Motor Co. as they aim to take the lead in the field of rechargeable cars. Full story...
Dec
14th

UAW eyes Ford negotiator as Gettelfinger successor, sources say

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The leadership of the UAW is set to meet this week to name Bob King as the preferred candidate to succeed retiring President Ron Gettlelfinger, two people with knowledge of the plan said. Full story...
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