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April 2014

Nissan launches mobile-friendly online newsroom

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(April 19, 2014) NASHVILLE, Tenn. — As more people consume information on the move, Nissan has launched a new, mobile responsive version of NissanNews.com that adapts to any smartphone or tablet, allowing media and consumers to fully experience Nissan's newsroom on all mobile devices.

"Nissan's commitment to innovation goes beyond our vehicles, and that is why it is important to offer an attractive and user-friendly interface when media visit our newsroom from a mobile device," said David Reuter, vice president, Nissan Corporate Communications.

Renault announces new investments in Brazil

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(April 19, 2014) Renault Group Chairman and Chief Executive Carlos Ghosn has announced a new investment cycle in Brazil in the amount of R$ 500 million ($183 million) over the 2014-2019 period. This investment will be channelled into the development of two new cars at Renault’s plant in Curitiba.

“Since 2011, Brazil has been the brand’s second largest market after France and it is a priority in the Group’s global growth strategy,” says Carlos Ghosn. Renault Brazil successfully completed its previous investment plan and is now pursuing the ambition of expanding its domestic market share”.

Infiniti introduces its M replacement — The 2015 Q70

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(April 19, 2014) With a fresh new exterior and available long wheelbase version, the new 2015 Infiniti Q70 targets a new vehicle class by fusing the emotion-packed character of a performance vehicle with the comfort and exclusiveness of an extended sedan.

Its evocative design, class-leading rear space, invigorating performance, innovative technology and superior craftsmanship combine to make the new Q70 — previously known as the M — a strong offering in this category.

Chevrolet returns to the big screen in 'Transformers: Age of Extinction'

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(April 18, 2014) DETROIT — Chevrolet and a Camaro that converts into the iconic Bumblebee will once again turn heads when the Transformers movie franchise returns to screens around the globe in the upcoming “Transformers: Age of Extinction” from director Michael Bay, in theaters June 27.

The latest film also features Chevrolets sold around the world including a Corvette Stingray that converts to Autobot Crosshairs, a Trax and a Sonic outfitted as a Rally Car.

Audi A3 named '2014 World Car of the Year'

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(April 18, 2014) NEW YORK — At a press conference hosted by the New York International Auto Show and Bridgestone Corporation, the Audi A3 was declared the 2014 World Car of the Year.
 
Audi is no stranger to our World Car Awards program now in its 10th year.  Audi has now won seven times, having previously collected the inaugural 2005 World Car of the Year title, three World Performance Car titles in 2010, 2008 and 2007, and two World Car Design of the Year titles in 2008 and 2007.
 

Ford Mustang returns to New York to celebrate 50 years

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(April 18, 2014) NEW YORK — Ford Mustang fans and company executives gathered at Flushing Meadows Park in Queens, N.Y., on Thursday to celebrate 50 years of the iconic sports car that debuted on the grounds of the 1964 World’s Fair.

In addition to the all-new 2015 Mustang, 94 cars from New York-area Mustang clubs were brought to the plaza in front of the Unisphere, where Moray Callum, Ford vice president of design, chose a 1967 Shelby GT500 Mustang fastback as best in show.

2015 Dodge Charger gets new styling, 300 horsepower V-6

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(April 18, 2014) AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — The Dodge brand is bringing its A-game for its 100th anniversary, significantly updating both the iconic Challenger muscle car and Charger four-door sedan.
 
The iconic Dodge Charger gets a full-body makeover for 2015 along with powertrain updates that include a standard TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission on both Charger’s standard 3.6-liter V-6 Pentastar engine and, new for 2015, the R/T equipped 5.7-liter HEMI V-8.
 

Honda HR-V small SUV to join 2015 Fit as Honda expands small car lineup

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(April 18, 2014) NEW YORK — Honda will continue to expand its lineup of small cars aimed at the next generation of buyers with the launch of the 2015 Fit subcompact car and an all-new compact SUV, the Honda HR-V that will come to market this winter.

Together the Fit and HR-V will represent a significant growth opportunity for Honda in the U.S., with both models produced at the automaker's newest North American manufacturing facility located in Celaya, Mexico, which allows for production flexibility to meet market demand.

Anders Kirk Johansen introduces the Viking Concept Motorcycle

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(April 17, 2014) MONACO — Lauge Jensen motorcycles is today unveiling the Viking Concept at the Top Marques luxury brands show in Monaco. This premium motorcycle is a design study that blends the talents of two of Denmark’s most creative talents: Anders Kirk Johansen, an industrialist whose family invented LEGO, and renowned vehicle designer Henrik Fisker.

Nissan launches program to make Leaf charging free and "EZ"

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(April 17, 2014) NEW YORK — Nissan today announced the expansion of its successful "No Charge to Charge" promotion, which will provide two years of no-cost public charging with the purchase or lease of a new Nissan Leaf. In total, Nissan will launch "No Charge to Charge" in 25 U.S. markets, which are currently responsible for more than 80 percent of Nissan Leaf sales.