Porsche's Panamera convertible is illustrated, and Ferrari helps Haiti, in News Brake for Friday, M ( Fri, 19 Mar 2010 17:20:00 +0100) In today's News Brake: We've got a vision of the Porsche Panamera convertible, a Ferrari auction helps Haiti, and Mario Andretti and Bobby Rahal celebrate the legends ... But Wait, There's More! Read more
First Ferrari 458 Italia in U.S. auctioned for $530,000 to benefit Haiti: ( Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:36:00 +0100) The first Ferrari 458 Italia to hit U.S. soil was auctioned for $530,000 on Thursday night to benefit relief efforts in Haiti. Read more
Fanchon Stinger sued by motorcyclist hit by her Ferrari ( Thu, 18 Mar 2010 15:17:00 +0100) Read more Motor racing-McLaren unveil supercar to take on Ferrari ( Thu, 18 Mar 2010 15:46:00 +0100) By Alan Baldwin WOKING, England, March 18 (Reuters) - McLaren unveiled the first of a range of supercars on Thursday that will take their Formula One Read more CFO learns of GM from inside ( Thu, 18 Mar 2010 06:17:00 +0100) Know this about Chris Liddell, the new General Motors chief financial officer: He put snow tires on his Ferrari. He's not the type to drive his super-hot sports car only on a sunny weekend. No, Liddell said, it was his daily ride to work as CFO at Microsoft. Read more
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Ferrari brings back the GTO, and BMW looks at front-wheel drive, in News Brake for Wednesday, March ( Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:21:00 +0100) In News Brake: Ferrari brings back the iconic GTO name, Volkswagen spells sporty with an R, and BMW eyes front-wheel drive . . . But Wait, There's More! Read more
Ferrari to revive GTO name: ( Tue, 16 Mar 2010 15:50:00 +0100) Ferrari is set to return the evocative GTO (Gran Turismo Omolagato) name to its lineup on a limited-edition, two-seat version of the F599 Fiorano GTB. Read more
February auto sales ( Wed, 03 Mar 2010 02:07:00 +0100) February auto sales U.S. light-vehicle sales totals, individual automaker results and market share for February compared with February 2009. FEBRUARY 2010 Maker volume % changefrom 2009 % mktshare YTDvolume % changefrom 2009 YTD %mkt share Ford 142,006 43.4% 18.2% 258,283 34.5% 17.5% GM 141,535 12.2% 18.1% 287,850 13.2% 19.5% Toyota 100,027 -8.7% 12.8% 198,823 -12.4% 13.4% Chrysler 84,449 0.5% 10.8% 141,592 -3.2% 9.6% Honda 80,671 12.7% 10.3% 148,150 3.9% 10% Nissan 70,189 29.4% 9% 132,761 22.8% 9% Hyundai 34,004 11% 4.4% 64,507 17% 4.4% Volkswagen 24,450 32.8% 3.1% 49,081 36.3% 3.3% Kia 24,052 9% 3.1% 46,175 4.5% 3.1% Subaru 18,098 38.3% 2.3% 33,709 33.3% 2.3% BMW 17,996 13.6% 2.3% 33,433 10.8% 2.3% Mazda 17,054 4.0% 2.2% 32,748 2.9% 2.2% Mercedes-Benz 15,387 8.0% 2.0% 30,556 23.6% 2.1% Mitsubishi 4,019 -10.4% 0.5% 8,189 -11.1% 0.6% Jaguar/Land Rover 2,793 11% 0.4% 5,382 4.0% 0.4% Porsche 1,531 0.9% 0.2% 3,317 4.4% 0.2% Suzuki 1,375 -60.7% 0.2% 3,415 -52.2% 0.2% Smart USA 442 -68.8% 0.1% 720 -77.4% 0% Maserati 104 76.3% 0% 205 32.3% 0% Ferrari 83 -10.8% 0% 151 5.6% 0% TOTAL 780,265 13.3% 100% 1,479,047 9.9% 100% GM includes Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Hummer, Pontiac, Saab and Saturn. Ford includes Lincoln, Mercury and Volvo. Chrysler includes Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep. Volkswagen includes Audi and Bentley. BMW includes Mini and Rolls-Royce. Toyota includes Lexus and Scion. Honda includes Acura. Nissan includes Infiniti. Figures are not adjusted for selling days. Source: Autodata Read more California car dealer buys cache of Ferraris: ( Fri, 05 Feb 2010 15:31:00 +0100) A collection of 21 Ferraris has changed hands, and it's headed for the United States. Read more
Toyota's president apologizes, and a test drive of the Callaway Corvette, in News Brake for Friday, ( Fri, 05 Feb 2010 16:23:00 +0100) In News Brake: Toyota president Akio Toyoda apologizes for safety concerns, a significant collection of Ferraris changes hands, and we test drive the 2010 Callaway SC606 Chevrolet Corvette . . . But Wait, There's More! Read more
January auto sales ( Wed, 03 Feb 2010 04:10:00 +0100) January auto sales U.S. light-vehicle sales performance for January, compared to the same month a year ago. JANUARY Maker volume % changefrom 2009 % mktshare GM 146,315 14.1% 21% Ford 116,277 25% 16.7% Toyota 98,796 -15.8% 14.1% Honda 67,479 -5% 9.7% Nissan 62,572 16.1% 9% Chrysler 57,143 -8.1% 8.2% Hyundai 30,503 24.4% 4.4% Volkswagen 24,631 40.1% 3.5% Kia 22,123 0.1% 3.2% Mazda 15,694 1.8% 2.2% Subaru 15,611 28% 2.2% BMW 15,437 7.6% 2.2% Mercedes-Benz 14,733 41.1% 2.1% Mitsubishi 4,170 -11.8% 0.6% Jaguar/Land Rover 2,589 -2.6% 0.4% Suzuki 2,040 -44.2% 0.3% Porsche 1,786 7.7% 0.3% Smart USA 278 -84.3% 0.0% Maserati 101 5.2% 0.0% Ferrari 68 36.0% 0.0% Isuzu 0 -100.0% 0.0% TOTAL 698,346 6.3% 100.0% GM includes Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Hummer, Pontiac, Saab and Saturn. Ford includes Lincoln, Mercury and Volvo. Chrysler includes Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep. Volkswagen includes Audi and Bentley. BMW includes Mini and Rolls-Royce. Toyota includes Lexus and Scion. Honda includes Acura. Nissan includes Infiniti. Figures are not adjusted for selling days. Source: Autodata Read more
A preview of future Saab products, and the Ferrari 599XX hits the track, in News Brake for Tuesday, ( Tue, 02 Feb 2010 19:03:00 +0100) In News Brake: Saab has products in the pipeline, an Apple cofounder weighs in on Toyota, and the Ferrari 599XX hits the track . . . But Wait, There's More! Read more The Toyota recall grows, and the Ferrari F10 debuts, in News Brake for Thursday, Jan. 28: ( Thu, 28 Jan 2010 18:01:00 +0100) In News Brake: Toyota expands its recall, Ford turns a big profit, and the Ferrari F10 breaks cover . . . But Wait, There's More! Read more
Foreign vehicle overview ( Sun, 17 Jan 2010 02:25:00 +0100) Toyota 2009 U.S. sales volume: 1,770,149 2009 U.S. sales: -20% Known for 2009 U.S.sales volume 2009U.S. sales Topmodel Mark Phelan's thoughts for 2010 Toyota* IncludesScion brand Benchmark for quality, dependability and environmental leadership in a full range of cars, vans and trucks 1,554,174 -21% Camry End quality embarrassments Lexus Luxury vehicles from compact cars to full-size SUVs 215,975 -17% RX350-450h Hold strong against improved competition Scion Quirky design to appeal to young buyers 57,961 -49% xB Restore Scion's cool quotient Honda 2009 U.S. sales volume: 1,150,784 2009 U.S. sales: -20% Honda Known for fuel economy and quality 1,045,061 -19% Accord Capitalize on Toyota's weaknesses Acura Techno-luxury brand focused on cars and crossovers 105,723 -27% TL Establish brand as true luxury alternative Nissan 2009 U.S. sales volume: 770,103 2009 U.S. sales: -19% Nissan The alternative to Honda and Toyota 689,014 -18% Altima Stop sales slide Infiniti High-performance luxury 81,089 -28% G37 Build on design-based strength Hyundai Hyundai A mainstream brand with a growing reputation for quality 435,064 8% Sonata Cash in on vastly improved new Sonata and Tucson Kia Low-cost, high-quality vehicles 300,063 10% Spectra Develop unique identity Volkswagen 2009 U.S. sales volume: 297,882 2009 U.S. sales: -5%Known for 2009 U.S.sales volume 2009U.S. sales Topmodel Mark Phelan's thoughts for 2010 Volkswagen European design aimed at young buyers 213,454 -4% Jetta Lay groundwork for future growth Audi German luxury with high technology 82,716 -6% A4 Build on surging brand image and momentum Bentley Exclusive vehicles for the wealthy 1,367 -49% Stay the course Lamborghini Rare, expensive supercars 345 -53% Expand model line BMW 2009 U.S. sales volume: 242,053 2009 U.S. sales: -20% BMW Luxury for drivers 196,502 -21% 3-Series Improve fuel efficiency, launch new 5-Series Mini Quirky small cars (45,225) -16% Mini Cooper Prove new SUV is a credible Mini Rolls-Royce The world standard for luxury cars 326 -20% Launch smaller Ghost Daimler 2009 U.S. sales volume: 205,199 2009 U.S. sales: -18% Mercedes-Benz High-tech luxurious sedans 190,538 -15% C-Class Sell hybrid S400 successfully Maybach Uber-luxury you can't afford 66 -45% Honestly, does anybody care? Smart Fuel-efficient micro cars 14,595 -41% Fortwo Attract new buyers Other companies Known for 2009 U.S.sales volume 2009U.S. sales Topmodel Mark Phelan's thoughts for 2010 Jaguar/Land Rover British luxury sedans and rugged SUVs 38,261 -14% Land Rover Range Rover Sport Launch Jaguar XJ successfully Mazda Affordable performance 207,767 -21% Mazda 3 Prove subcompact 2 model has "zoom-zoom" character Mitsubishi Japanese mainstream performance 53,986 -45% Lancer Sell lots of new RVR small crossovers Subaru All-wheel drive cars and wagons 216,652 15% Legacy Build on 2009's surprising growth Suzuki Motorcycles 38,965 -54% SX4 Spiff up brand image with Kazashi sedan Porsche Uncompromising 19,696 -24% Cayenne Keep on keepin' on Ferrari Ultimate performance 1,374 -14% Remain the industry's idol Maserati Luxury, sports and style cast in exclusive cars 1,275 -49% Coupe Expand model line Read more
Headlines ( Fri, 01 Jan 2010 08:35:11 +0100) Officials say Ferrari and Maserati will share a stand with Dodge and Jeep brands at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Ferrari and Maserati typically occupy space in luxury row with Lamborghini, Bentley and Rolls-Royce. Read more
UPDATE 2-Motor racing-Ferrari would let Schumacher go - chief ( Mon, 14 Dec 2009 18:56:10 +0100) * Montezemolo would not stop Schumacher joining Mercedes * Ferrari president has not spoken with "dear friend" (Adds background) By Gavin Jones ROME, Read more Porsche lightens the Boxster, and we drive the new Ferrari, in AutoWeek's News Brake for Thursday, ( Thu, 05 Nov 2009 17:03:00 +0100) In today's News Brake: Porsche lightens up the Boxster, Danica Patrick may be taking in some NASCAR races next year, and we drive the Ferrari 458 Italia . . . But Wait, There's More! Read more
2010 Ferrari 458 Italia: Taming Maranello's most-powerful production V8 ever: ( Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:30:00 +0100) Toyota's announcement on Wednesday that the recession had forced it to withdraw from Formula One included the statement that the company and#8220;intends to move forward in developing exciting production vehicles, such as the Lexus LFA supercar. Read more
2010 Ferrari 458 Italia: Taming Maranello's most-powerful production V8 ever: ( Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:43:00 +0100) Toyota's announcement on Wednesday that the recession had forced it to withdraw from Formula One included the statement that the company and#8220;intends to move forward in developing exciting production vehicles, such as the Lexus LFA supercar. Read more
Ad Blitz Launches Ram Brand; 7-Passenger Dodge CUV to Bow in 2010 ( Wed, 04 Nov 2009 21:17:01 +0100) The Dodge Viper will be phased out in July 2010. In its place will come a sports car likely inspired by Fiat brands, such as Alfa Romeo, Maserati or Ferrari. Read more
China poised to be one of Ferrari's top 5 markets ( Tue, 03 Nov 2009 06:16:00 +0100) Fiat S.p.A.'s Ferrari supercar unit said on Tuesday that it expects China to become one of its top five global markets in five years. Read more
CORRECTED-(OFFICIAL)-Ferrari sees China as top 5 market in 5 yrs ( Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:25:46 +0100) (Ferrari corrects target for China to be one of top five, not three, markets) BEIJING, Nov 3 (Reuters) - Fiat's Ferrari luxury car unit expects China Read more
CORRECTED-(OFFICIAL)-UPDATE 1-Ferrari sees China as top 5 mkt ( Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:26:06 +0100) * Expects growing ranks of affluent consumers to drive sales * Targets annual China sales of 600 units over five years (Ferrari corrects target for China Read more
INTERVIEW-Ferrari sees China among top 3 markets in 5 yrs ( Tue, 03 Nov 2009 07:15:59 +0100) BEIJING, Nov 3 (Reuters) - Fiat's Ferrari luxury car unit expects China to become one of its top three global markets in five years due to the growing Read more
INTERVIEW-UPDATE 1-Ferrari sees China among top 3 mkts in 5 yrs ( Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:17:29 +0100) * Expects growing ranks of affluent consumers to drive sales * Targets annual China sales of 600 units over five years (Adds quotes, details, byline) Read more
Motor racing-McLaren unveil supercar to take on Ferrari 
February auto sales 
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UPDATE 2-Motor racing-Ferrari would let Schumacher go - chief 
INTERVIEW-Ferrari sees China among top 3 markets in 5 yrs 
