NEWS INDEX: October 2009
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America's Saturn Astra is a GM import from Europe.
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Saturn goes into a spin
1st October, 2009
GM, unable to take Saturn to a profitable future, will
now wind-up the brand that was once trumpeted as a 'good thing' for the Detroit-based manufacturer .....
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Chrysler PT Cruiser Special Edition released
1st October, 2009
Only available in Brilliant Black exterior paint, the Special Edition
2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser comes with a host of extras that not only add value but also differentiate the already unique
appearance of the PT Cruiser .....
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Mazda Roadster 20th Anniversary Commemorative Event Held in Japan
1st October, 2009
To celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Mazda MX-5, Mazda Motor
Corporation hosted a special commemorative event on 20th September, 2009, in western Japan .....
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Small Range Rover Confirmed For Production
1st October, 2009
Land Rover has confirmed that a production version of its
LRX
concept car will be built .....
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Hyundai caught stretching it
1st October, 2009
With the comfort of passengers at the forefront of its design
principle, the Equus Limousine, as it is named in Korea, offers passengers unparalleled levels of interior
volume .....
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Holden to launch two Special Editions
1st October, 2009
Holden will hit the streets with two new special edition Commodore
models delivering very different approaches to Australia’s best-selling car range .....
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BMW announce prices for new Ms
5th October, 2009
The X5 M will be priced from $172,900* when it arrives in
Australia after Christmas .....
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Hyundai opens plant in Czech Republic
5th October, 2009
With mass production started in November last year, Hyundai Motor
Manufacturing Czech (HMMC), a fully-owned subsidiary of Seoul-based Hyundai Motor Company, has a current capacity to
build 200,000 vehicles annually .....
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Suzuki at Tokyo Motor Show
5th October, 2009
Combining its worldwide expertise in small-car production with the
latest environmental technologies, Suzuki will have a major presence at the Tokyo Motor Show later this month .....
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Mazda CX9 for 2010 release
5th October, 2009
Priced from $49,990* the new Mazda CX-9 range gives
Australian families more choice than ever before with three models: Classic, Luxury and the all-new Grand
Touring .....
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Mercedes-Benz reveal new E-Class wagon
5th October, 2009
Just like the saloon and coupe, the new estate combines unique
design with leadership in safety, comfort, quality and practicality .....
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Holden Statesman for American Police?
5th October, 2009
GM will endeavour to sell a modified "WM" Statesman/Caprice to
US law enforcement agencies as a 2011 "cruiser" .....
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Mitsubishi release an updated Triton
6th October, 2009
The 2010 Triton offers a new, high powered turbo-diesel engine with
class leading power, industry-leading safety standards including stability control and side and curtain airbags
available on diesel dual-cab models, greater towing capacity, and an extended tray .....
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Lexus upgrades IS 250 range
6th October, 2009
Inspired by the range-topping, high-performance IS F sedan, and
based on IS 250 Sports, the new Lexus IS 250 F-Sport gains additional design and comfort enhancements .....
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Toyota Prado 3 door coming
6th October, 2009
Toyota's next-generation Land Cruiser Prado is out to prove that
"less is more" with the introduction of sporty three-door versions for the first time in Australia .....
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Land Rover Discovery 4 about to arrive
7th October, 2009
The class-leading breadth of capability is extended even further with
dynamic improvements for both on-road and off-road driving, and Land Rover has added a host of user-friendly new
technologies and features .....
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Toyota at Tokyo Motor Show
7th October, 2009
Toyota has announced that three concept vehicles are to highlight
its exhibit for the 41st Tokyo Motor Show .....
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Mercedes' hot E-Class arrives next month
13th October, 2009
The new Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG distinguishes itself from
the regular E-Class models with the powerful AMG 6.2 litre V8 engine, the completely newly developed AMG
RIDE CONTROL sports suspension with electronically controlled damping and a new front axle, and with its
autonomous exterior and interior design .....
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Mini John Cooper Works Cabrio released
13th October, 2009
On the back of solid demand for the performance Mini brand – John
Cooper Works, the new Mini John Cooper Works Cabrio joins the fray in typical style .....
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Toyota updates the HiLux
13th October, 2009
Australia's most popular ute, Toyota's HiLux, now offers even
greater safety, comfort and convenience with upgrades announced last week .....
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Kia launches the all new Sorento in Australia
25th October, 2009
The popular SUV will help re-inforce Kia's rise in popularity in Australia with
it's all new design and engineering .....
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UK based Axon Automotive unveils Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle
28th October, 2009
The vehicle combines full electric mode for local travel and
uses a petrol or bioethanol powered engine for long distance travel .....
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Volkswagen is launching a one-make Bio-CNG-powered race series
28th October, 2009
Following the successful debut of the compressed natural gas-powered
Scirocco GT24-CNG at the Nürburgring 24-hour race, Volkswagen is launching a one-make Bio-CNG-powered race series in
2010 .....
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Ferrari 2009 results show a small decline on 2008
28th October, 2009
The figures confirm the trend that emerged for the earlier part of
the year with slight decreases on 2008, the most economically successful year in the Prancing Horse’s entire
history .....
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New Toyota Prius named Japan Car of the Year
28th October, 2009
The new Toyota Prius has clinched its first major award, voted Japan Car
of the Year by a panel of motoring journalists and industry participants at the Tokyo Motor Show .....
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