Classic Mercedes, Maserati cars win top honors at Amelia Island concours: ( Mon, 15 Mar 2010 08:30:00 +0100) Noted car collectors Sam and Emily Mann won their fourth Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance Best in Show award with a 1937 Mercedes-Benz 540K Special Roadster (with covered spare). This car is one of only three known to have been built. Read more Classic Mercedes, Maserati cars win top honors at Amelia Island Concours: ( Sun, 14 Mar 2010 23:01:00 +0100) Noted car collectors Sam and Emily Mann won their fourth Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance Best in Show with a 1937 Mercedes-Benz 540K Special Roadster (with covered spare). This car is one of only three that were known to have been built. 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 The McLaren MP4-12C progresses, and Maserati has another special edition, in News Brake for Tuesday ( Tue, 23 Feb 2010 17:14:00 +0100) In News Brake: McLaren releases new video of new prototypes of the MP4-12C, the drag pack is back for the Dodge Challenger, and the Maserati Quattroporte Sport GT S Awards Edition heads for the Geneva auto show . . . But Wait, There's More! Read more Geneva auto show: Maserati Sport GT S Awards Edition glitters for reveal: ( Tue, 23 Feb 2010 14:25:00 +0100) The Maserati Quattroporte Sport GT S Awards Edition will be revealed at the Geneva motor show. Maserati is celebrating six years of awards and raves for the sport sedan with its own special edition. Read more
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2011 Maserati Gran Turismo Convertible, an AW Flash Drive: ( Fri, 12 Feb 2010 19:54:00 +0100) What is it? 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
Maserati sets the price for the GranTurismo convertible: ( Tue, 19 Jan 2010 13:04:00 +0100) Need a reason to think spring? Try this: Deliveries of the four-seat Maserati GranTurismo convertible begin this springc and the car carries a base sticker price of $139,700. Read more
A new Shelby GT350 is revealed, and a year with the Honda Fit, in News Brake for Tuesday, Jan. 19: ( Tue, 19 Jan 2010 16:28:00 +0100) In News Brake: Shelby American works its magic on the Mustang to create a new GT350, Maserati prices the GranTurismo convertible, and we tested the Honda Fit for a year--this is the video report . . . But Wait, There's More! Read more
Maserati sets price for GranTurismo Convertible: ( Tue, 19 Jan 2010 13:04:00 +0100) Need a reason to think spring? Try this: Deliveries of the four-seat Maserati GranTurismo Convertible begin this spring and the car carries a base sticker price of $139,700. 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
Fiat's Maserati CEO sees sales flat in 2010-paper ( Thu, 31 Dec 2009 13:31:45 +0100) FRANKFURT, Dec 31 (Reuters) - Fiat's luxury sportscar brand Maserati expects to sell about as many cars in 2010 as it did this year, when unit sales dropped 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 Maserati Gran Turismo Convertible to Round Out Brands U.S. Portfolio ( Tue, 20 Oct 2009 15:38:52 +0200) Mark McNabb, who this summer took the helm as president and CEO of Maserati North America, has set an immediate target of reenergizing the auto makers dealer body. Read more Cash-for-clunkers gems: Corvettes, Camaros, Mustangs and one infamous Bentley meet the end of the r ( Tue, 29 Sep 2009 14:59:00 +0200) By now, the high-profile casualties of cash-for-clunkers are well documented: a Bentley Continental R and an Aston Martin DB7 Volante from 1997 and a 1985 Maserati Quattroporte all perished under the government-funded incentive program. Read more Politically Correct Consumers Creating Pent-Up Luxury-Vehicle Demand ( Fri, 18 Sep 2009 15:07:13 +0200) You cannot (cut jobs) and show up next Monday with a new Maserati, says Maserati CEO Harald J. Wester. Read more AUTOSHOW-Maserati sees positive 2009 trading profit ( Tue, 15 Sep 2009 18:29:36 +0200) FRANKFURT, Sept 15 (Reuters) - Fiat's luxury sportscar brand Maserati expects a positive trading profit in 2009 despite a strong decline in sales due Read more
Maserati GranCabrio is set for a Frankfurt debut ( Mon, 24 Aug 2009 19:47:00 +0200) Maserati will debut the GranCabrio, its first four-seat convertible, at the Frankfurt motor show. The GranCabrio is a soft-top variant of the four-seat GranTurismo. Read more
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Maserati GranCabrio is set for a Frankfurt debut, will go on sale this year: ( Mon, 24 Aug 2009 13:32:00 +0200) Maserati will debut the GranCabrio, its first four-seat convertible, at the Frankfurt motor show. Read more A new Maserati convertible and an edgy Citroen head for Frankfurt, in News Brake for Monday, Aug. 2 ( Mon, 24 Aug 2009 17:33:00 +0200) In News Brake: Maserati shows us the GranCabrio ahead of its Frankfurt motor show debut, Tesla has big plans for 2016, and Citroen has an eye-catching compact up its sleeve . . . But Wait, There's More! Read more
Former Maserati chief to head Fisker sales and marketing ( Thu, 06 Aug 2009 20:38:00 +0200) As Fisker Automotive gears up to launch its plug-in electric hybrid Karma luxury sedan next year, the California company continues to add executives. Read more
2010: Maserati GranTurismo: Fun is automatic : ( Fri, 12 Jun 2009 14:18:00 +0200) Having two personalities is not normally desirable, but for the Maserati GranTurismo S Automatic, it works. Read more
McNabb Joins Maserati ( Wed, 27 May 2009 16:59:11 +0200) Former GM premium-brand chief moves to Maseratis New Jersey-based headquarters as CEO and president. Read more
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