May 29, 2007
Mercedes-Benz presents a new face at first Fashion Week in Berlin : GlobalGiants.com
Top model Eva Padberg to become fashion ambassador for Mercedes-Benz.
Photos: Mercedes-Benz Fashion Ambassador Eva Padberg next to a Mercedes-Benz CL 500 in a HUGO by Hugo Boss dress at the Potsdamer Platz. Berlin, May 29 2007.
Stuttgart, May 29, 2007: Top German model Eva Padberg is taking on a new role as brand ambassador for Mercedes-Benz. The sought-after star model is to represent the Stuttgart-based premium car brand at future international fashion and lifestyle events. Eva Padberg will make her debut appearance in this role at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Berlin which is being staged for the first time in July.
As brand ambassador, Eva Padberg will become the face of Mercedes-Benz’s long-term commitment to top-class fashion events. The star model has a special place in today’s fashion industry. She has been on the catwalks of Milan, Paris and New York in fashion shows for Chanel, Versace and Armani. She has featured on the cover of glamorous fashion magazines and in major advertising campaigns. She is also making a name for herself as a presenter, actress and voice-over artist and is an official ambassador for both UNICEF and SOS Children’s Villages.
Mercedes-Benz commissioned renowned photographer Marc Trautmann for the fashion shoot in Berlin, and the pictures feature the model with an elegant Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Coupé to emphasise the close links between the worlds of fashion and cars. |GlobalGiants.com|
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May 25, 2007
Jordin Sparks Arrives In A 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid: GlobalGiants.com
Photo: American Idol Season 6 winner, Jordin Sparks, arrives in a 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid, the official vehicle of the American Idol finale's red carpet. (05/25/07) |GlobalGiants.com|
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ACURA DESIGN STUDIO OPENS : GlobalGiants.com
Will Lead to Creation of Future Acura Vehicles.
Photo: A member of the media photographs the new $15 million Acura Design Studio which officially opened its doors, Thursday, May 24, 2007 in Torrance, Calif. The new facility will play a key role in the development of new concepts and designs that will lead directly to future Acura products. |GlobalGiants.com|
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May 24, 2007
DaimlerChrysler's 'smart' now an Official Global Partner of Live Earth : GlobalGiants.com
24-hour, concert series on all continents to combat global warming.
Partnership announced today in Stuttgart by DaimlerChrysler CEO Dieter Zetsche, SOS/Live Earth founder Kevin Wall and singer Katie Melua.
Photo: Katarina Witt, Dieter Zetsche (Chairman of the Board of Management DaimlerChrysler and Head of Mercedes Car Group), Katie Melua.
Stuttgart, May 24, 2007 -- “Open your mind” - and combine an exciting lifestyle with environmental protection: smart is supporting the Live Earth concerts and “Save Our Selves – SOS” campaign against global warming launched by Founder Kevin Wall and Partner former U.S. Vice President Al Gore. DaimlerChrysler is with smart the world’s only automaker serving as an official partner of the Live Earth concerts, which will feature more than 100 headliners on July 7, 2007. smart is providing the official shuttle service for all artists and other celebrities participating in Live Earth.
The objective of the Live Earth concerts is to mobilize more than two billion people to play an active role in climate protection. The nine concerts will offer a total of 24 hours of live music at venues in Sydney, Tokyo, Shanghai, Johannesburg, Istanbul, Hamburg, London, Rio de Janeiro and New York. They will be broadcast in more than 120 countries on TV, the radio and the Internet. The events will feature performances by internationally renowned rock and pop stars including The Police, Madonna, Genesis, Bon Jovi, The Red Hot Chili Peppers and Sheryl Crow. |GlobalGiants.com|
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36 Million Licensed Americans Unfit To Drive According to GMAC Insurance Study : GlobalGiants.com
Failure Rates Double in 3rd Annual GMAC Insurance National Drivers Test.
ST. LOUIS, May 24 -- Results from the 2007 GMAC Insurance National Drivers Test indicate that one in six drivers on the road -- roughly 36 million licensed Americans -- would not pass their written DMV exam if taken today. The third annual survey by GMAC Insurance gauges driver knowledge of the rules of the road by testing licensed Americans on actual questions from state DMV license exams.
"All Americans need a refresher course when it comes to basic driving rules," said Gary Kusumi, CEO and president, GMAC Insurance - Personal Lines. "Being a safe driver is about conduct, judgment and knowledge. We're hoping this year's results encourage people to arm themselves with the knowledge they need to stay safe." |GlobalGiants.com|
According to this year's results, New York drivers ousted Rhode Island by ranking last in all 50 states and the District of Columbia on driver knowledge. Idaho, on the other hand, topped the list and dethroned Oregon's tenure at first place as the most knowledgeable drivers in the United States. While the national average score was 77.1 percent, New Yorkers had an average of 71 percent and the highest failure rates (36 percent); Idaho had an average score of 81.7 percent. In general, geographical regions ranked similarly to previous years, with Arkansas, Minnesota, Kansas and Wisconsin ranking in the top five and New Jersey, Washington, DC, Massachusetts and Rhode Island in the bottom five among all states.
Points of interest drawn from the 2007 GMAC Insurance National Drivers Test include:
• With Age Comes Wisdom: The older the driver, the higher the test
score. Drivers 35+ years old were most likely to pass.
• More than half of respondents (55 percent) don't know how many feet to
signal before making right or left turns.
• More than 2 in 5 drivers (46 percent) are unaware of the meaning of a
diamond-shaped sign (warning sign).
• Fortunately, nearly all respondents (98 percent) know what to do when
an emergency vehicle with flashing lights approaches, what to do when
hydroplaning and the meaning of a solid yellow line.
Survey Says: Geography Means Everything
• Illinois, Georgia, DC, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Rhode
Island and Massachusetts were the least knowledgeable states overall,
with average scores lower than 75 percent.
• Idaho and Alaska were the most knowledgeable, with average scores over
81 percent.
• Regions displaying the highest failure rates were the South Atlantic
(20.8 percent) and New England (15.7 percent).
Where are the most knowledgeable drivers in the nation? The following is a complete list of state rankings for the 2007 GMAC Insurance National Drivers Test.
1 ID ....... 18 MO ....... 33 FL
2 AK ....... 19 DE ....... 36 ME
3 MN ....... 19 NV ....... 37 NH
4 WI ....... 21 VT ....... 37 MS
5 KS ....... 22 CA ....... 37 TN
6 WA ....... 23 HI ....... 40 CT
7 SD ....... 24 TX ....... 41 VA
8 MT ....... 25 MD ....... 41 LA
9 OR ....... 25 AL ....... 43 WV
10 IA ....... 27 AR ....... 44 GA
11 NE ....... 28 MI ....... 45 IL
12 WY ....... 29 KY ....... 46 PA
13 OK ....... 30 UT ....... 47 RI
13 IN ....... 31 OH ....... 48 MA
13 NC ....... 31 CO ....... 48 DC
16 NM ....... 33 SC ....... 48 NJ
17 ND ....... 33 AZ ....... 51 NY
The test was administered by TNS, a major market information resource and provider of custom research and analysis. |GlobalGiants.com|
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May 20, 2007
Imagine 2007 Fashion Show : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Robin Harris models a dress inspired by the 2008 Buick Enclave and designed by International Academy of Design & Technology student Anastasia Chatzka of Chesterfield, Michigan at the General Motors 2007 fashion show at Chicago's Union Station Thursday, May 17, 2007. (General Motors Photo/Aynsley Floyd) |GlobalGiants.com|
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May 16, 2007
GM Chevy Sequel Drives Into History Books : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: TARRYTOWN, N.Y., May 15 -- General Motors Corp. made history today as its Chevy Sequel -- the world's most technologically advanced automobile -- became the first electrically-driven fuel cell vehicle to achieve 300 miles on one tank of hydrogen, in and out of traffic on public roads, while producing zero emissions. (General Motors Corp.) |GlobalGiants.com|
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SUBARU OF AMERICA 2008 TRIBECA : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: CHERRY HILL, N.J., May 15 -- Subaru of America, Inc. today announced that the restyled and more powerful 2008 Subaru Tribeca received the highest rating in the U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) crash tests. The Subaru Tribeca received 5-stars in both the frontal and side- impact crash tests for both the driver and passenger seating positions. (Subaru of America, Inc., Greg Jarem) |GlobalGiants.com|
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May 14, 2007
Chrysler Sold to Cerberus Capital Management for $7.4 Billion : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: DaimlerChrysler CEO Dieter Zetsche (R) and John W. Snow (L) Chairman Cerberus Capital Management shake hands during the Daimler Chrysler press conference on May, 14 2007 in Stuttgart, Germany. German-US auto giant DaimlerChrysler said on Monday it had agreed to sell control of its loss-making US arm Chrysler to private equity firm Cerberus, for 5.5 billion euros or 7.4 billion dollars. (Getty Images) |GlobalGiants.com|
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May 13, 2007
AMERICAN SUZUKI'S ALL-NEW 2008 SX4 SEDAN : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Created by the same Suzuki team that won European acclaim with the Suzuki Swift, the SX4 sedan joins the dynamic XL7 midsize crossover SUV, award-winning SX4 compact sport crossover and media-acclaimed Grand Vitara as an iconic vehicle that embodies the future direction of the Suzuki brand and the company’s “Way of Life” spirit. Its ‘poised for action’ wedge-shape stance, muscular arched fenders and standard 17-inch alloy wheels all reflect the vehicle’s eagerness to provide a spirited and responsive driving experience.
Exterior Styling: Inspired by a Japanese Kabuki mask, the SX4 sedan has an aggressive front fascia and grille, and appears poised for action with a sporty wedge shape that foreshadows its rewarding driving experience. Its muscular and athletic stance is enhanced by its arched fenders, while the body features a low, rising waistline and large, triangular-shaped windows forward of the front doors to emphasize the car’s traction and dynamic performance. The SX4 sedan also features a standard aero body kit. |GlobalGiants.com|
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May 11, 2007
Introducing the Spyker C8 Spyder : GlobalGiants.com
"The Automotive Equivalent of the Iron Fist in a Velvet Glove."
ZEEWOLDE, The Netherlands, May 11 -- Powered by 400hp of growling V8 engine this super-lightweight all-aluminum two seat sports car roars to 60mph in less than five seconds and hurtles beyond 180mph, all the while surrounding the occupants in one of the most daring and exotic interiors available on any production car. |GlobalGiants.com|
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May 10, 2007
Volkswagen to Compete in 39th Annual Tecate SCORE Baja 500 : GlobalGiants.com
Diesel powered Race Touareg 2's head to Mexico with American Mark Miller and South African Giniel de Villiers.
Photo: 2007 Dakar Rally Mark Miller/Ralph Pitchford (USA/RSA), Volkswagen Race Touareg 2. (Volkswagen of America, Inc.)
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 10 -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. has officially entered two Volkswagen Motorsport Dakar Rally vehicles in this year's running of the Tecate SCORE Baja 500, June 1-3, 2007. This will be the first race for the Race Touareg 2 vehicles in North America, and also marks the first ever Volkswagen factory racing entry in the legendary SCORE desert series racing. The Volkswagen team will feature an international cast of Volkswagen works drivers ready to tackle the challenging terrain of the Baja peninsula. |GlobalGiants.com|
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May 9, 2007
Actress Joanna Lumley With The 4 Millionth Land Rover : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: The 4 millionth Land Rover is driven off the production line at the Land Rover base in Birmingham. Actress Joanna Lumley with staff with the Land Rover. (05/08/07) |GlobalGiants.com|
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May 7, 2007
HARLEY MUSEUM : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: More than 200 construction workers and Harley-Davidson employees gathered on the Harley-Davidson Museum grounds to celebrate the completion of the Museum building framework. After attendees signed the final steel beam, Willie G. Davidson, senior vice president and chief styling officer, signaled a crane to hoist it into place atop an 80-foot tower. The Museum, set to open in 2008, will bring Harley-Davidson passion alive through stories of extraordinary people, culture and history of the Motor Company. |GlobalGiants.com|
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May 3, 2007
New Rallye Package from Mopar Is Available for 2007 Jeep Compass : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: The Rallye Package outfits the Jeep Compass from head to toe with cool exterior accents.
The Jeep brand continues its expansion into new territory and into the world of rallye car toughness with a new body kit from Mopar. For a limited time, a new Rallye Package featuring Authentic Jeep Accessories from Mopar will be available for both 4x2 and 4x4 2007 Jeep Compass and Jeep Compass Limited models. Mopar is the Chrysler Group’s original equipment parts manufacturer.
Arriving in U.S. and international markets in late 2006, the Jeep Compass is an all-new compact sport-utility vehicle that combines classic Jeep cues with contemporary lines. The Mopar Rallye Package takes this sleek style another step, wrapping Jeep Compass’ modern design in an aggressive toughness. |GlobalGiants.com|
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May 2, 2007
ZAP ELECTRIC CAR : GlobalGiants.com
US Electric Car Maker Signs Exclusive Agreement with PML FlightLink Ltd. of the Hampshire, UK for New Electric Wheel Motor.
Photo: The ZAP-X crossover electric car concept by Lotus Engineering and ZAP will be equipped with an exclusive new drive system from PML of the UK. The compact SUV will be driven by an electric motor (displayed in the upper right) built into each wheel. (ZAP) |GlobalGiants.com|
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Dodge Caravan at Auto Shanghai 2007 : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: The Dodge Caravan, which will start production in China by the end of 2007, is displayed at the Auto Shanghai 2007 motor show. |GlobalGiants.com|
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MASERATI NORTH AMERICA, INC. QUATTROPORTE : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: In an overall luxury segment that was down during the first quarter of 2007, Maserati North America has shown considerable gains, marking a continued rise for the company. The luxurious Maserati Quattroporte is the leader in the $100,000 sport sedan segment. (Maserati North America, Inc.) |GlobalGiants.com|
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April 29, 2007
Shanghai Autoshow 2007 : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Ford at Shanghai Autoshow 2007 (April 2007). (04/28/2007) |GlobalGiants.com|
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April 27, 2007
Ford SVT : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Doug Gaffka, Chief Designer, Ford SVT, Ford Motor Company. (04/26/2007) |GlobalGiants.com|
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