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BMW launches BMW X5 xDrive35i anniversary edition to celebrate one million milestone(21/07/2010)
When it premiered in 1999, the four-wheel driven BMW X5 was the first vehicle of its kind. Since then, the concept of combining superior dynamics on tarmac with outstanding traction on off-road terrain, has been a show-stopper worldwide, whilst also generating crucial impulses for the BMW model portfolio. One million BMW X5 models have been sold within just eleven years. Achieving the seven-digit production figure is a further milestone in the success story of the first Sports Activity Vehicle. ... [more]
Values of used Chelsea tractors could drop by 10 percent in the next six months(29/04/2010)
Values of used ‘Chelsea tractors’ could drop by up to 10% in the next six months as fuel prices continue to soar. Another round of price falls for thirsty second-hand 4x4s is likely as petrol prices head toward a record 120p per litre – spurred by a weak pound and the Budget’s 3p fuel duty rise. The last downturn, during the fuel price surge in 2008, stripped thousands in value from used off-roaders and large family cars with many owners unable to sell their vehicle on. Carsite suggests th... [more]
BMW upgrades BMW X5's engine and design(02/03/2010)
BMW’s BMW X5 will receive an array of design and engine changes offering even greater performance and lower emissions, whilst also updating its look. Three new engines will be launched for the xDrive30d, xDrive40d – replacing the xDrive35d – and the xDrive50i – replacing the xDrive48i. All of the new powerplants now meet EU5 standards. The entry level xDrive30d has been upgraded to provide increased performance, making this the first conventionally-powered luxury SAV to record a sub 200... [more]
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New car prices rising along with sales
From the Wall Street Journal: Emboldened by stronger sales, U.S. auto dealers are now selling vehicles at historically high prices, sending the industry's recovery into the fast lane.
Private buyers prefer small cars
AUSTRALIANS who pay for a car with their own money are only interested in small cars, according to confidential sales figures obtained by Drive.
New car sales up 1.5% on first month of last year
NEW CAR sales in January reached 21,313, up 1.5 per cent on the first month of last year.
Car, truck sales up 11 percent in January
DETROIT — U.S. auto sales are off to a strong start this year, continuing their brisk pace from late 2011. Sales of cars and trucks rose 11 percent to 913,287 in January, kicking off what is expected to be the strongest year for the industry since before the recession ...
Oil industry sees no threat from electric car
By Tom Bergin LONDON (Reuters) - The biggest oil companies in the world have calculated that few, if any, of today's drivers will see electric cars outnumber gasoline and diesel models in their lifetimes. ...
Research and Markets: China Car Electric Window Regulator Industry Report, 2011
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