Auto Shows

Class-leading 2009 Saab 9-3 XWD With Signature 2.0-liter Turbo Power

2008-07-22 -- Saab’s widely-acclaimed all-wheel-drive system – Saab XWD – is given a broader appeal in the latest 9-3 Sport Sedan and SportCombi range by being teamed with classic Saab four-cylinder turbo power, in addition to the current 2.8V6 turbo application.

2009 Saab 9-3 SportCombi XWD

Featuring new generation, active control to bring the driver and car even closer together, the innovative XWD system now leverages the benefits of Saab’s smaller, 2.0-liter turbo engine. “This makes a very nimble handling package for the 9-3 range,” says Per Jansson, Vehicle Integration Engineer for Saab XWD.

BRITISH INTERNATIONAL MOTOR SHOW, London, 22 July, 2008 – Ford's new range of super frugal ECOnetic models showcased at this year's British International Motor Show is leading the company's bid to cut UK CO2 emissions by over 80,000 tonnes. Independent industry analysis shows that if customers continue their move into lower CO2 and higher mpg Ford models, 83,818 tonnes of CO2 a year would be avoided – equivalent to annual emissions from around 13,000 homes.

2008 Ford Mondeo ECOnetic

Leading eco motoring website, cleangreencars.co.uk, calculated the environmental effect of all Ford buyers switching to the lowest CO2 model in the current range without downsizing.

Ford of Europe's Most Fuel Efficient Model Debuts in London

COLOGNE, 22 July 2008 – Bringing style and new levels of low-CO2 efficiency, Ford of Europe’s most frugal car ever – the new Fiesta ECOnetic – makes its world premiere today at the British International Motor Show in London.

2008 Ford Fiesta ECOnetic (UK)

Highlights:
* Official figures confirmed as combined 3.7l/ 100km (76.3mpg) and 98g/ km CO2
* 1.6-litre, 90 PS Duratorq TDCi with coated Diesel Particulate Filter
* Unique modifications, including improved aerodynamics package and low rolling resistance tyres

Alesha Dixon Reveals All-New Ford Fiesta Zetec S

BRITISH INTERNATIONAL MOTOR SHOW, London, 22 July, 2008 -- : Today Alesha Dixon unveiled the all-new Ford Fiesta Zetec S at the British International Motor Show whilst performing her track ‘Fired Up’ live exclusively for the audience.

2009 Ford Fiesta Zetec S (UK)

Preview of new, 300PS 2009 Ford Focus RS

BRENTWOOD, 18 July, 2008 – The legendary Ford RS performance car brand is back, as a preview of the exciting new 2009 Ford Focus RS heads the star attractions on the Ford stand at the 2008 British International Motor Show.

2009 Ford Focus RS

Highlights:
* UK debut of all-new Ford Fiesta, including new Fiesta Zetec S, with range prices announced
* Premiere of new ultra-low CO2 Fiesta ECOnetic
* Host of other attractions, including live Ford show every day and six metre Ford Ranger climbing wall

2008-07-02 -- Eurapac Trading Company Ltd., the distributor of Great Wall Motors (GWM) attended 17th Annual 4wd Auto-Show (SALON DU 4X4) from June 12th to 15th 2008. Annual 4wd Auto-Show is the most important and most influential event in the vehicle industry of New Caledonia market. About 10,000 visitors (around 5% of the total local population) from all over the island visited this great event and about 250 units of vehicles were sold out.

2008 GW Wingle

Most of the leading world-wide known pickup or SUV brands attended this auto show through their local distributors.

Opel Insignia: Four-door notchback and five-door hatchback

Rüsselsheim/London, 2008-07-03 -- Opel will showcase to the public for the first time at the British International Motor Show (July 23 – August 3) both the four-door notchback and five-door hatchback versions of its new flagship car, the Opel Insignia.

2009 Opel Insignia Hatchback

Highlights:
* Choice between equally elegant and dynamic notchback and hatchback
* Sleek, aerodynamic body has class-leading Cd value of 0.27
* The New Opel Insignia notchback and hatchback on sale before the end of the year

2009 Ford Focus RS: A Legend Returns

BRENTWOOD, July 4, 2008 – The legendary Ford RS performance car brand is returning in the shape of the exciting new Ford Focus RS, which will be previewed on July 22 at the 2008 London International Motor Show.

2009 Ford Focus RS: A Legend Returns

Highlights:
* Genuine RS performance with 300PS
* Quaife Automatic Torque Biasing limited-slip differential and innovative ‘RevoKnuckle’, for assured handling and traction
* Expressive design exudes high performance intent

2008-06-16 -- From June 4th to 7th, Shammout Co. Ltd, the exclusive distributor of Great Wall Motors (GWM) vehicles in Syria, attended the annual ALEPPO Motor Show. ALEPPO is the second largest city in Syria and this motor show attracted more than 2000 local auto professionals and fans.

Gwperi on Display in Syria

Two Hover CUVs, one Gwperi, and two Deer pickups came to this show. As oil reserves are not abundant in Syria, 1.3L Gwperi attracts quite a lot of customers thanks to its low fuel consumption as well as fashionable design. Local media also thought highly of its elegance and rushed to report it, forecasting that it shall create a new record in sales volume.

Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart 4WD sports sedan also on display

Tokyo, June 11 2008 -- Mitsubishi Motors Corporation will unveil, for the first time at an international motor show, the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback at the Le Mondial de l'Automobile 2008 (Paris Motor Show 2008) being held in Halls 1-8 of the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles from October 2 (October 4 for the general public) through October 19. The Lancer Sportback will have its European launch this fall with a phased introduction into the various countries in the region.

2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback

SEAT furthers its commitment to environmental sustainability

Martorell, 22-05-2008 -- At the Madrid Motor Show today, SEAT presented the new Ibiza, a car that demonstrates the Spanish brand’s drive for design, quality and sportiness within the scope of environmental sustainability, where the new Alhambra ECOMOTIVE stands out with low fuel consumption figures and reduced CO2 emissions.

President of SEAT, Erich Schmitt, with 2008 SEAT Ibiza at 2008 Madrid Motor Show

Highlights:
- Quality, design and sportiness course through the new generation Ibiza
- New Alhambra ECOMOTIVE, the least polluting model in its segment

Paris, 20 May 2008 -- Following the presentation of the short version at last month's Birmingham Motor Show, the long version of the new Berlingo goes on show at the Madrid International Auto Show between 22 May and 1 June 2008.

Citroën will also be displaying its other recently launched models such as the van and passenger car versions of Nemo, and the new C5, saloon and Tourer versions. The new C5 is proving to be popular, with more than 22,000 orders taken in Europe, 15 countries, since its launch in April 2008.

05/20/2008 -- Every two years the tyre and garage/workshop industry meets at the world's largest tyre exhibition in Essen, Germany. Continental, Europe's biggest tyre manufacturer, will once again be participating at this event - REIFEN 2008 - from 20th to 23rd May.

At its stand no. 130 in hall 3, the corporation will be displaying the latest tyre developments from its brands Continental, Uniroyal, Semperit and Barum for cars, MPVs and 4x4 vehicles.

About Continental Corporation

2008-05-17 -- The annual Durban Motor Show was held in Durban exhibition centre during April 10 to 13, 2008. The biggest difference from previous shows was that one Chinese independent brand — Great Wall Motor (GWM) attended. At the exhibition, Great Wall Motor formally launched the New Logo and the new model Hover.

Debut of Great Wall Motors at Durban Motor Show

Great Wall Motor booth covers an area of 400 square meters which is the second biggest one next only to Toyota stand. Besides, all together 8 models were showed in the motor show, including Hover limo and GW Peri, their debut in South Africa market.

May 16, 2008 -- Billed as a Chinese automotive industry feast, the Beijing Auto Show opened on April 20. It is on this stage that, after implementing a strategic transition, Geely will reveal its vision for the future. With 23 new models being unveiled for rollout over the next two years, this future is set to be a very exciting one for Geely both on the local market and internationally.

Highlight 1: Most of the cars shall be launched in the following 2 years

The Geely booth at the international museum is over 1500 square meters in area, showcasing 23 cars, representing a new record for Geely in its auto show history. The number of models on display is not only significant amongst the local brands but rivals the displays of the various international brands.

2008-05-13 -- The 5th International Iraq Rebuild Exhibition opened on May 5th, 2008; hundreds of enterprises attended this exhibition. By cooperating with the Great Wall Motors (GWM) - Jordan, Great Wall Motor booth covers an area of 108 square meters, which is one of the biggest booths at this exhibition, exhibited 6 units vehicles, including Hover, Wingle, Deer, Cowry and 2 units Gwperi.

Great Wall Motors at the 5th International Iraq Rebuild Exhibition

Audience claims 5 out-of-expectations

May 16, 2008 -- 2008 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition kicks off at the enlarged China International Exhibition Center on April 20. Ground shaking series of cars debuted by Geely Auto are real eye catchers at the Show. Five “out-of-expectations” constitute the most unanimous judgment that the audience have come to during the exhibition this year.

May 16, 2008 -- Since the opening of the Bejing Auto Show, Geely booth has always been packed with people, among which there is a special team, who have paper and pens on hand and keep asking the visitors about their comments and suggestions to Geely. They are the survey team of Geely booth satisfaction, which are responsible to survey the audience to Geely booth, and obtain first-hand information for Geely’s next and future development.

According to the introduction, on Apr. 28, the final day of the auto show,Geely Collective Strategy Brand Committee will hold a special conference on Beijing Auto Show for research and decisions on Geely’s production orientation and logo category application etc. according to the satisfaction data report of the survey team.

May 16, 2005 -- On the 25th, Wan Gang, vice chairman of CPPCC and Minister of Science and Technology, visited Geely booth at the Beijing Auto Show, and saw the exhibited models on the spot. Geely’s participation this time received a high praise from Wan Gang.

In front of Geely GT, Geely’s concept car, Wan Gang listened with interest to the introduction of related representatives of Geely, and occasionally asked about the design and power configuration etc. of the model. Wan Gang was very glad to hear that the vehicle has adopted several new and high technologies and even cutting-edge automobile technology. Wan Gang said that Geely GT is very good, and the concept car has well integrated style design and cutting-edge technology.

Seventh Edition

Press Seminar: May the 22nd: from 9:00 a.m to 8:00 p.m
Open to Trade Visitors: • May the 23rd: 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Open to Public: • May the 23rd: from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
• May the 24th to June the 1st: from 11:00 a.m to 9:00 p.m.

Venue: Feria de Madrid.

Ticket price :
From Monday to Friday - 8€ and Weekend - 10€

Partners:
ANFAC (Spanish Association of Car and Truck Manufacturers)
ANIACAM (Spanish Automobile and Trucks Importers Association)

Sectors:
• Automobiles.
• Light Industrial Vehicles.
• Special Body Structures.
• Tyres and Accessories.
• Car-audio, Electronic and Telephony.
• Tunning.
• Fuels, Lubricants and Chemical Products.
• Insurance Companies and Financial Entities.