Chrysler to Idle St. Louis Dodge Ram Plant in July Jun 25, 2009
A plant in Detroit that makes the Dodge Viper sports car restarted earlier this month. 1. (ABC News -- Wire)
Playing with toys - and gender Jun 24, 2009
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US to loan $5.9 bln to Ford, $1.6 bln to Nissan Jun 24, 2009
Another 465 million dollars will be loaned to electric sports car maker Telsa. Additional loans will be awarded to "large and small automobile manufacturers and parts suppliers up and down the production chain" over the coming months, said Chu, who vowed to release the funds as quickly as possible. (Yahoo! Asia News)
US to loan $US5.9b to Ford, $US1.6b to Nissan for fuel saving Jun 24, 2009
4 million) will be loaned to electric sports car maker Telsa. "The Ford Motor Co, an American icon will be awarded $US5.9 billion ($7.5 billion) in loans so the American workers can raise the efficiency of more than a dozen popular models," Chu said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Tesla's Musk fires back at Eberhard Jun 23, 2009
Musk wrote that when he met Eberhard, "he had no technology of his own, he did not have a prototype car and he owned no intellectual property relating to electric cars. All he had was a business plan to commercialize the AC Propulsion Tzero electric sports car concept. Three years later, when Eberhard was asked to leave Tesla, most of the work that he had been paid to do had to be redone.". Musk defends his education and professional background in the lengthy blog posting, and gives his version... (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Four-cylinder Porsche? Jun 23, 2009
While the German sports car specialist has not officially confirmed that a four-cylinder engine will be fitted to its two-seaters, insiders suggest it s more than likely, backing up comments from a Porsche board member this week. The move would reduce fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions in line with Porsche's push to reduce its environmental footprint. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Tesla brings down production cost of Roadster Jun 23, 2009
NEW YORK - The CEO of Tesla Motors said Monday that the material cost of the electric car company's Roadster sports car has dropped to about $80,000, which should help the company reach profitability next month ... The Roadster, a two-seat electric sports car, can get more than 200 miles on a single charge with an acceleration of zero to 60 mph in just under 4 seconds. (MSNBC -- Business)
Summer traffic up for Google, down for Microsoft Jun 23, 2009
Blogs report on the BMW 755ih and the Toyota Supra hybrid sports car. News. (Yahoo News -- Internet and WWW)
* Qatari interest leads to family drama at Porsche Jun 22, 2009
Qatars prime minister has unintentionally fueled a family feud among the owners of German luxury sports car maker Porsche, the future of which is threatened by a takeover bid for Volkswagen. Porsche confirmed recently that it was in exclusive talks with Qatar on investing in the heavily indebted maker of the 911 sports car. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
'Volkswagen sees positive Q2 results' Jun 21, 2009
BAYREUTH: Germany's Volkswagen will have a "positive result" in the second quarter and would consider giving sports car maker Porsche a loan if asked, VW's chief financial officer Hans Dieter Poetsch said on Saturday ... Germany's Volkswagen will have a "positive result" in the second quarter and would consider giving sports car maker Porsche a loan if asked, VW's chief financial officer Hans Dieter Poetsch said on Saturday. (India Times)
Daimler in talks to buy stake in Porsche: report Jun 20, 2009
German car maker Daimler is in advanced talks to buy a stake in sports car maker Porsche, German magazine "manager magazin" reported on Friday on its website, citing financial sources ... Big gains on derivative bets linked to Volkswagen shares offset a decline in nine-month earnings at Porsche SE's core sports car business, results showed on Friday. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
On the air TV and radio Jun 20, 2009
5 p.m. Rolex Sports Car Series, EMCO Gears Classic, SPEED. 6:30 p.m. NASCAR, Nationwide Series, pole qualifying for 250 (same-day tape), ESPN2. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Morning leadoff Jun 20, 2009
SPEED - NASCAR, Sprint Cup, ``Happy Hour Series," final practice for Toyota/SaveMart 350, at Sonoma, Calif.4 p.m.SPEED - Rolex Sports Car Series, EMCO Gears Classic, at Lexington, Ohio5:30 p.m.ESPN2 - NASCAR, Nationwide Series, pole qualifying for 250, at West Allis, Wis. (same-day tape)7:30 p.m.ESPN2 - NASCAR, Nationwide Series, 250, at West Allis, Wis.BOXING4 p.m.ESPN CLASSIC - Champion Wladimir Klitschko (36-2-0) vs. Ruslan Chagaev (20-0-1), for IBF/WBO/IBO heavyweight title, at... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
No. 1 Seed Nadal Withdraws From Wimbledon Jun 20, 2009
Few things capture the imagination like a great sports car. Look back at great sports cars of the past and into the future of speed and design. (KCRA 3, CA)
New sports car company opens headquarters in Pompano Jun 20, 2009
If you see a unique sports car hitting 60 mph on a hairpin turn in Pompano Beach, it may be someone test-driving a Q1. Two South African entrepreneurs have opened the first and only dealership of Rossion Automotive in the former warehouse in Pompano. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Porsche struggles with $12m debt Jun 20, 2009
Big gains on derivative bets linked to Volkswagen shares have offset a decline in nine-month earnings at Porsche's core sports car business. Porsche, scrambling to shore up its tattered balance sheet, blamed lower volumes and revenue, as well as investments on its upcoming model line and hybrid power-train technology. (BBC News -- Business)
Benchmark DAX Index Fluctuates, Set for Weekly Decline; Volkswagen Drops Jun 19, 2009
The maker of the 911 sports car said nine-month sales declined 15 percent to 4. 64 billion euros ($6. (Bloomberg -- Germany)
Couple Of Junkyard Jokes Between Stars Jun 19, 2009
"Paul drove me crazy talking about racing a 00004000 ll of the time . . . It just bored me to tears . . . So I went to a junkyard and said, 'Do you have a destroyed sports car and can you wrap it up, put a ribbon around it and leave it at Newman's house?' " Redford related to Donny Deutsch, who interviewed him before an audience yesterday at the Hilton New York, where the Oscar winner got a lifetime achievement award from global nonprofit Promax/BDA. Weeks later, Newman retaliated. Redford... (New York Post -- Gossip)
We take Nissan 370Z for a spin Jun 19, 2009
On the road, the 370Z feels remarkably well planted, although it's not as direct as some other sports cars at the limit it still needs to be manhandled to get it to do exactly what you want. It's a true sports car, yet can also eat up the miles as ably as a true GT cruiser. (iAfrica.com)
A bird's eye view of the air show Jun 19, 2009
Greg Poe's aerobatic MX-2 was clearly the sports car of the day's flying as he zipped in and out of view. The pilots say they are hoping for good weather Saturday, but the show will go on even if they have to deal with challenges from Mother Nature. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Is parenting uncool? Jun 19, 2009
This was followed by a silver sports car (or at least that was the 1980s Toyota marketing term for the Celica) to which I fitted a pair of alloy wheels so monstrously huge they scraped on the fenders every time I tried to turn a corner. In a fit of common sense just before Maisie was born I sold my gas-guzzling beast and, in probably my greatest ever selfless loving act, bought a very sensible beep-beep Barina. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Communication seen as key to improving CoT, racing Jun 18, 2009
Wider, taller and equipped with a front splitter that hugs the ground and a rear wing that gives the car a bit of sports car style, the so-called CoT is hard to balance. That makes passing difficult and draws constant complaints from the drivers, who generally dislike the car's feel. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Chrysler to Restart 7 Assembly Plants Jun 18, 2009
A plant in Detroit that makes the Dodge Viper sports car restarted Monday. In addition, parts stamping, engine and transmission factories that feed those plants also will restart June 29, Chrysler said in a statement. (ABC News -- Wire)
Notebook: Goodyear finally satisfied with tire Jun 17, 2009
Kyle Busch and Scott Speed will co-drive a second Lexus-powered sports car for Chip Ganassi Racing at the Brumos Porsche 250 July 4 at the Daytona International Speedway. The NASCAR Sprint Cup Series regulars will drive in the race for prototypes and sports cars on the 3 ... Practice for the Grand-Am Sports Car Series race is at 8:30 a.m. on July 4. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Nissan Announces Pricing on 2009 NISMO 370Z(TM) Jun 17, 2009
The new, second-generation NISMO Z continues the tradition of the original, offering unique performance and design attributes that true sports car enthusiasts are looking for - including a functional aerodynamic body design, 18 additional horsepower and a special sport-tuned suspension ... "The new NISMO Z is a tuner and Z enthusiast's dream - straight from the factory," said Pat Steiner, Director, Specialty Vehicles, Nissan Division, NNA. "With its dramatic exterior, custom interior,... (PR Newswire)
GM hopeful of Saab sale Jun 17, 2009
General Motors has reached a tentative agreement to sell Saab to the Swedish sports car manufacturer Koenigsegg. It is the latest part of GM's reorganisation, which is also set to see the Opel and Vauxhall brands going to Canada's Magna. (BBC News -- Business)
GM sells Saab to sports-car maker Koenigsegg Jun 17, 2009
US automaker GM said it is selling its beleaguered Saab Automobile to Swedish luxury sports car firm Koenigsegg, ending a 20-year tie-up which brought Saab a single annual profit. STOCKHOLM (AFP) - Fallen US auto giant GM said on Tuesday it is selling its beleaguered Saab unit to Swedish luxury sports car firm Koenigsegg, ending a 20-year tie-up which brought only a single annual profit ... Koenigsegg, founded in 1994 by Swedish businessman Christian von Koenigsegg, has just 45 employees and... (Yahoo! Asia News)
Lazy Environmentalist says don't feel bad Jun 17, 2009
"I do my best thinking in the shower," Dorfman said, adding that he would rather drive a swift Audi than a gas-sipping Prius, even though he knows a hybrid is better for the planet than a sports car. "I care, but I'm lazy," he said. (Scientific American)
New Investors Face Tough Road Ahead to Right Saab Jun 17, 2009
Somehow, a consortium of investors led by custom sports car maker Koenigsegg Automotive AB must restore Saab to the quirky, cutting edge and reliable brand once favored by professionals who wanted to look smart rather than wealthy ... Koenigsegg, (KOH-nigs-egg), a tiny company which produces only a dozen super cars a year costing more than $1 million each, was founded in 1994 by von Koenigsegg, a Swedish sports car fanatic and entrepreneur who remains chief executive. (ABC News -- Wire)
Chrysler restarts Viper plant Jun 16, 2009
(AP) Chrysler has restarted a small factory that makes the Viper sports car. The Conner Avenue assembly plant in Detroit is the first to begin making vehicles since May 4 when the company shut down all of its plants after it filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. (USA Today -- Autos)
GMs Saab says on track to find new owner Jun 16, 2009
The company was founded in 1994 by Christian von Koenigsegg, a Swedish sports car fanatic and entrepreneur, who remains the chief executive. It makes luxury sports cars at its headquarters, a former air force base near Angelholm, in southern Sweden. (MSNBC -- Business)
Saab to be bought by Koenigsegg: GM Jun 16, 2009
US automaker General Motors has signed a tentative agreement to sell its beleaguered unit Saab Automobile to Swedish luxury sports car maker Koenigsegg, GM said in a statement on Tuesday ... Koenigsegg, founded in 1994 by Swedish businessman Christian von Koenigsegg, has just 45 employees and produces 18 high-end sports cars a year for more than a million euros (1. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
GM and Chrysler's Bankruptcy Cases at a Glance Jun 16, 2009
The automaker said Monday that it restarted a small factory that makes the Viper sports car. The Conner Avenue assembly plant in Detroit is the first to begin making vehicles since May 4 when the company shut down all of its plants after it filed for bankruptcy protection. (ABC News -- Wire)
Tough Luggage: Guy Gear Jun 16, 2009
A prominently featured Anti Gravity handle puts almost 85% of the weight on the wheels, rather than your body, and force sensors and tilt switches ensure this piece of tough luggage rides about as smoothly as a high-end sports car. The flashy utilities don t stop there; PA Series has a Live Locator ID in case your luggage is misplaced, and there is even a built-in umbrella should you and your bag get caught out in the rain away from home. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Virginia International Raceway's Historic Races Honors Ford Heacock III Jun 16, 2009
Danville -Vintage sports car racing personality and President of Heacock Classic, Ford Heacock III, was honored with the esteemed VIR Gold Cup award on Friday evening at the annual Black dinner at VIRginia International raceway's Heacock Gold Cup Historic Races. Heacock was presented the VIR Gold Cup award, "in the vintage spirit to someone who embodies performance, passion, camaraderie and contribution to the sport.". (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Fiat arrives and Chrysler is quietly born again Jun 16, 2009
New rechargeable electric vehicle - either a minivan, a sports car or one of two Jeep models - that can go 40 miles on electricity before being recharged. It will have a small conventional engine to generate electricity and keep it running past 40 miles. (USA Today -- Autos)
Hogging the limelight: BMW beats Benz in sales Jun 6, 2009
Currently, Audi's portfolio of products for the Indian market include the A6, A8, Q7, A4, TT and the sports car R8 available at 11 dealerships across the country. The A4 and A6 are manufactured in the country and the rest of the Audi models are brought in as completely built units (CBU). (India Times)
Tech Follies: Laptop Batteries, Netbooks, and Investor Funny Money Jun 6, 2009
This would be like selling a motorcycle and calling it a cheap sports car and it is inherently false advertising ... In effect it is a motorcycle with a sidecar, not a sports car ... Just like a Motorcycle has advantages and disadvantages over a sports car (hint: you can avoid more things with a motorcycle, and survive hitting more things with a sports car). (Datamation)
How About Some Hi-Def Live Zoom-Zoom? Jun 6, 2009
More than 9,000 grassroots racers compete in various classes with the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) and the National Auto Sport Association (NASA). Racers who are years away from earning a driver's license can now begin their professional motorsports careers in the Mazda family ... At the track, you'll see MX-5 Miata, RX-8, MAZDA3, MAZDA6, RX-7 and other vintage Mazda models competing, because every Mazda has the Soul of a Sports Car. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
MADOFF $$ IS WASTED, VICTIMS SAY Jun 5, 2009
The 235,000 green sports car was allegedly paid for by the Ponzi schemer's London-based operation, Madoff Securities International Ltd.. In their Manhattan Bankruptcy Court filing, the victims recommended that Madoff bankruptcy trustee Irving Picard be put in charge of pursuing any other property located in the US.. (New York Post -- Business)
America's prettiest road trips Jun 5, 2009
What's more, this winding road is an ideal place to take a corner-hugging sports car for intrepid journalists, a , perhaps. Just don't expect to be the only one with a nice car. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Speedtv.com To Stream Part Of Le Mans 24 Hours Jun 5, 2009
"We are working in concert with the linear network to provide sports car fans continuous coverage of the historic race by streaming portions live online when the network has other telecast commitments," said Kevin Annison, Speed vice president of digital and interactive media, in a statement. "This event demonstrates the role Speedtv.com can play with our enhanced broadband capabilities by offering a seamless transition between on-air and online coverage so viewers can watch the entire event.". (Multichannel News)
This weekend on TV, radio Jun 5, 2009
SATURDAYAUTO RACING 2 p.m. - Rolex Sports Car: Six Hours of The Glen, Speed ... 6 p.m. - Rolex Sports Car: Six Hours of The Glen, Speed. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Paralyzed man drives his 'quad rod' race car Jun 5, 2009
Halloran, regional executive of the Sports Car Club of America, declared Heagy up to the task of driving a victory lap in the specially equipped Firebird right before the Trans Am race. The goal was getting the Firebird ahead of the field as the pace car, but the Trans Am racers can't run under 50 mph, and Heagy topped out at about 40 mph Tuesday. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
NASCAR dream: Dale Jr. vs. Danica Jun 5, 2009
He also has covered the NHRA, the IndyCar Series and the Grand-American and American LeMans sports car series, and motorcycle, ATV, speedboat and personal watercraft racing. He was part of a team recognized by its peers for its coverage of the death of NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt and for several NASCAR season preview sections. (Florida Today)
OAS Lifts Ban On Cuba After 47 Years Jun 4, 2009
" The Obama administration has hoped its recent overtures to the Cuban government would overcome widespread resentment in the Americas over Washington's long history of isolating Havana. U.S. officials have lifted restrictions on money transfers and travel to the island by Americans with family there and are resuming long-stalled immigration and postal service talks. ___ Associated Press writers Anita Snow in Havana and Ian James in Caracas, Venezuela, contributed to this report. Copyright 2009... (KCRA 3, CA)
'Forza Motorsport 3': An easier ride Jun 4, 2009
The driving feels much easier when focused solely on navigating your sports car. The rewind feature is equally interesting. (USA Today -- Tech)
Government set to dictate auto choices Jun 2, 2009
If this becomes law, we'll lose the option to buy a new full-size pickup or automobile, an SUV, a minivan or a real sports car, regardless of our family size, our business needs or our desires as fun-loving Americans. Please examine the tiny cars that average Europeans and Asians are driving today. (The Augusta Chronicle)
In pictures: History of General Motors Jun 2, 2009
GM launched its first sports car with the Chevrolet Corvette in 1953. Thousands of people gathered in Nashville, Tennessee in June 2003 to celebrate the car's 50th anniversary. (BBC News -- Business)
Energy efficient vehicles to highlight 'Clean Car Corridor' Jun 2, 2009
A new Tesla, the $120,000 high-performance all-electric sports car. An Electric Vehicle (EV) provided by Plug In America, a coalition of advocates for clean air and energy independence. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Life on camera Jun 1, 2009
Jon Gosselin is a rarely-do-well who would rather salvage his white sports car than his now-crumbling marriage. The couple signed on to the show in 2007 to create a charming record of their family's very unusual life. (USA Today)
Saab reconstruction process extended May 31, 2009
Reports have also suggested interest from Chinese automakers, such as Geely Automobile Holdings, as well as Swedish sports car maker Koeningsegg and US Wall Street veteran Ira Rennert. Geely has denied reports it was bidding for Saab. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Marshall: In black community, NASCAR still has room to grow May 31, 2009
Lester was the only African-American driver competing in NASCAR's Camping World Truck Series and the Sprint Cup in 2007 before moving exclusively to the Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series. One driver across the pond could be a major influence in the U.S. Lewis Hamilton, a 24-year-old from Great Britain, has drawn comparisons to Tiger Woods. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
GM: The mighty has fallen May 31, 2009
"It was the epitome of what a sports car should be.". In 1979, GM employed 618,000 Americans, more than any other company. (Athens Banner-Herald)
New show title: 'Jon & Kate Plus Hate'? May 30, 2009
That doesn't stop Jon from gnawing on the hand that feeds him, soon after he turns up for the kids' party in a flashy white sports car. At the end of the episode, Jon and Kate are forced to sit on the same couch to address their current marital status. (Erie Times-News, PA)
New Office To Oversee Cyber Security May 30, 2009
"Another expert said government and the private sector need to start sharing information about known threats."Gone are the days where people can think, 'This is not my problem,' or 'I'm going to hide my problem from the others,'" said digital forensics expert Bret Padres.Some in Congress, including Sen. Susan Collins, are concerned that the new czar won't have enough power to get past the bureaucratic turf battles that have undermined similar efforts in the past.The Obama administration said... (KCRA 3, CA)
Forget the Ashes, it's the battle of the WAGS May 30, 2009
So I would like to introduce WAGS captain, tourism spokeswoman, supermodel, sports car owner and UN peacekeeping ambassador Posh Bingle. Vice-captain will be Lee Furlong, girlfriend of Shane Watson. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
A Review of Jon and Kate Plus 8 Pre... May 28, 2009
That million-dollar estate that they now live in, must have a large up-keep to it alone, not the mention the kind of lifestyle that the couple have become accustomed to - Kate s wardrobe, appearance and Jon s fancy sports car. They ve become a product and if they don t see it, the kids will be the ones to suffer. (Suite101.com)
Secrets To Saving On Car Insurance May 27, 2009
"Youll pay more for a red sports car than you would, say, for a minivan.". Good credit is also an incentive for car insurers to give you a lower rate, Koeppen said. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Porsche $24 Billion of Options Profit in Peril as Volkswagen Fights Merger May 27, 2009
The 78-year-old maker of the 911 sports car piled up more than 9 billion euros in debt and hasnt been able to raise the financing even after the options contracts surged in value along with the sevenfold gain in VW since 2005, according to the analysts. Porsche is attempting to negotiate a merger with Volkswagen and seek an investor to provide cash after its bid last year fell apart when VWs of Lower Saxony vetoed the proposal and its car deliveries fell 27 percent in the six months ended... (Bloomberg)
GOP Senator: Court Nominee Could Incite Filibuster May 26, 2009
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Nissan 370Z in SA soon May 24, 2009
The new Nissan 370Z sports car, successor to the 350Z, goes on sale in South Africa on 10 June. The new 370Z raises the bar on the driving experience of this uniquely Japanese sports coupe. (iAfrica.com)
Car lovers wary of the future keep the faith rolling May 24, 2009
It's been nicknamed "the sports car America loved first," because the country went bonkers over the cute and nimble vehicles that prompted the creation of the Corvette. Yeah, I love it. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Nostalgia lane May 24, 2009
Maybe the name conjures an image of his namesake 1980s gull-wing sports car, wrapped in the sort of stainless steel usually reserved for kitchen appliances and mixing bowls. Lesko remembers DeLorean as the engineer behind the Pontiac GTO, short for Gran Turismo Omologato -- Italian for grand touring certified. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Josh Duhamel looking for speed at Indianapolis May 24, 2009
Dempseys a serious, if part-time, sports car racer. Emerson Fittipaldi, last years pace-car driver, won Indy twice. (MSNBC -- News)
