Automotive News - January 7, 2008 - (Page 36)

36 • JANUARY 7, 2008 Customer SUBARU Incentives Cash rebate Finance rate Cash rebate Finance rate Incentives in this table are a summary of retail programs offered. Programs may vary by region and model. GENERAL MOTORS Expires March 3. In lieu of rebates, cut-rate financing is available. 2008 models Buick LaCrosse, Lucerne $1,000 4.9-6.9% Enclave – 5.9-7.9% Cadillac CTS – 1.9-4.9% XLR, XLR-V – 2.9-5.9% Chevrolet TrailBlazer $2,500 1.9-4.9% Equinox $1,500 0-3.9% Impala $1,500 3.9-6.9% HHR $1,000-$1,500 4.9-6.9% Silverado 2500HD, Silverado 3500HD $1,000 3.9-6.9% Cobalt $1,000 4.9-6.9% Avalanche $1,000 5.9-7.9% Suburban, Tahoe $750 5.9-7.9% Colorado, Express, Express Cargo $500 5.9-7.9% Aveo $500 4.9-6.9% Silverado 1500 – 2.9-5.9% Malibu, Uplander – 5.9-7.9% GMC Envoy $2,500 1.9-4.9% Silverado 2500HD, Silverado 3500HD $1,000 3.9-6.9% Yukon, Yukon XL $750 5.9-7.9% Savana, Savana Cargo, Canyon $500 5.9-7.9% Sierra 1500 – 2.9-5.9% Acadia – 5.9-7.9% Pontiac Torrent $1,500 0-3.9% G6 $1,500 3.9-6.9% Grand Prix $1,500 4.9-6.9% G5, Vibe $1,000 4.9-6.9% Saturn Aura $750-$1,250 4.9-6.9% Vue (excl. hybrid) $1,000 1.9-7.9% Outlook $500 5.9-7.9% 2007 models Buick LaCrosse, Terraza, Lucerne – 0-1.9% Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, SRT, XLR, XLR-V – 0-1.9% CTS $1,000 0% Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic, Silverado 1500 SS Classic, Silverado 1500HD Classic, Silverado 2500HD Classic, Silverado 3500 Classic $5,000 0% Silverado 2500HD, Silverado 3500HD $2,500-$3,500 0-1.9% TrailBlazer $3,000 0% Silverado 1500 $2,000-$3,000 0-1.9% Equinox, Impala, Monte Carlo $2,500 0-1.9% Express, HHR $2,000-$2,500 0-1.9% Express Cargo, Uplander $2,000 0-1.9% Colorado $500-$2,000 0-1.9% Avalanche, Aveo, Cobalt, Malibu, Malibu Maxx, Suburban, Tahoe – 0-1.9% GMC Sierra 1500 Classic, Sierra 1500HD Classic, Sierra 2500HD Classic, Sierra 3500 Classic $5,000 0% Yukon, Yukon XL $3,750 0-1.9% Sierra 2500HD, Sierra 3500HD $2,500-$3,500 0-1.9% Envoy $3,000 0% Sierra 1500 $2,000-$3,000 0-1.9% Savana $2,000-$2,500 0-1.9% Canyon $500-$2,000 0-1.9% Acadia $500 0-1.9% Hummer H2 $5,500 0-2.9% H3 $3,500 0-2.9% Pontiac Torrent, G6 $2,500 0-1.9% Grand Prix $2,000 0-1.9% G5, Vibe $1,750 0-1.9% Solstice $1,000 – Saab 9-7X $5,500 0-4.9% 9-3 $4,000-$5,500 0-6.9% 9-5 $5,000 0-1.9% Saturn Vue (incl. hybrid) $2,750 0% Ion (incl. Red Line) $2,000 0% Relay, Aura (excl. Green Line) $2,000 0-1.9% Outlook $1,500 0-1.9% AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. Expires March 3. 2008 models Acura MDX, RDX 2.9-4.9% Honda Element 0.9-3.9% Odyssey, Pilot, Ridgeline, S2000 – 2.9-4.9% 2007 models Acura MDX, RDX, RL, TSX – 2.9-4.9% Honda Element – 0.9-3.9% Accord, CR-V, Fit, Odyssey, Pilot, Ridgeline, S2000 – 2.9-4.9% JAGUAR Expires Jan. 7. 2008 models S-Type, X-Type – 2.9-4.9% XJ – 4.9% 2007 models S-Type, X-Type – 2.9% XJ – 4.9% KIA Expires Jan. 7. In lieu of rebates, cut-rate financing is available. 2008 models Spectra, Sportage $500 – 2007 models Sorento $2,500-$4,000 – Spectra $1,000-$2,500 – Sedona $1,500 – Optima $1,000-$1,250 0-2.9% Sportage $1,000 0-2.9% Amanti $1,000 – Rio $0-$1,000 – Rondo – 0-2.9% LAND ROVER Expires Jan. 7. 2008 models LR2 – 3.9-4.9% LR3 – 4.9% 2007 models LR3 – 4.9% Ford: Tata is lead bidder for 2 brands LONDON — Ford Motor Co. last week told Jaguar and Land Rover workers it is negotiating to sell both brands to Tata Motors of India. It was the first time Ford publicly identified potential buyers for the brands. Ford put Jaguar and Land Rover up for sale in June. Ex-Toyota manager goes to Audi DETROIT — Audi of America Inc. said Mark Del Rosso, former regional general manager for Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A. Inc., is the new COO of Audi of America. Del Rosso, 43, succeeds Tom Del Franco, who left in June. The company said Del Rosso will direct sales, distribution, marketing, and certified used-vehicle operations. which Hyundai missed its U.S. sales targets. Jong Eun Kim became president and CEO of Hyundai Motor America, in Fountain Valley, Calif. He replaces Ok Suk Koh, who will head operations in China for Hyundai affiliate Kia Motors Corp. TRW buys Delphi brake assets DETROIT — A TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. subsidiary paid $40 million for some assets of Delphi Corp.’s brake manufacturing operations. TRW Automotive said it will now supply General Motors with brake modules formerly supplied by Delphi. Hyundai has new N.A. chief DETROIT — Hyundai Motor Co. named a new head of North American operations after a year in AUTO SHOWS Jan. 10-13 — Silicon Valley International Auto Show, San Jose McEnery Convention Center, San Jose, Calif., 717-671-4300, www.motortrendautoshows.com Jan. 18-20 — South Carolina International Auto Show, Palmetto Expo Center, Greenville, S.C., 717-671-4300, www.motortrendautoshows.com Jan. 18-20 — West Virginia International Auto Show, Charleston Civic Center, Charleston, W.Va., 717-671-4300, www.motortrendautoshows.com Jan. 18-21 — Utah International Auto Expo, South Towne Exposition Center , Sandy, Utah, 717-671-4300, www.autoexpoutah.com Jan. 18-27 — Montreal International Auto Show, Palais des congres de Montreal, Montreal, 514-331-6571, www.montrealautoshow.com Jan. 19-27 — North American International Auto Show (press days: Jan. 13-15), Cobo Center, Detroit, 248-643-0250, www.naias.com Jan. 19-27 — Northern New Jersey Auto Show, Meadowlands Exposition Center, Secaucus, N.J., 717-671-4300, www.autoexpo.com Jan. 23-27 — Pennsylvania Auto and Boat Show, Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center, 717-671-4300, www.motortrendautoshows.com/ harrisbg Jan. 23-27 — St. Louis Auto Show, America’s Center & Edward Jones Dome, St. Louis, 203-375-6371, www.saintlouisautoshow.com Jan. 23-27 — Washington (D.C.) Auto Show, Washington Convention Center, Washington, 781-639-5200, www.washingtonautoshow.com Jan. 24-27 — Northeast International Auto Show, Rhode Island Convention Center, Providence, R.I., 717-671-4300, www.motortrendautoshows.com Jan. 24-27 — Portland International Auto Show, Oregon Convention Center, Portland, Ore., 800-258-8912, www.portlandautoshow.com Jan. 24-28 — Midlands International Auto Show, Qwest Center, Omaha, 717-671-4300, www.omahaautoshow.com Jan. 26-Feb. 3 — Houston Auto Show (press day: Jan. 25), Reliant Center, Houston, 310-445-0034, www.houstonautoshow.com Feb. 2-10 — Philadelphia Ford touted its Interceptor Concept last January at the 2007 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Press days for this year’s show begin Jan. 13. International Auto Show (press day: Feb. 1), Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia, 610-279-5229, www.phillyautoshow.com Feb. 7-10 — Motor Trend International Auto Show – Baltimore, Baltimore Convention Center, Baltimore, 410-649-7000, www.motortrendautoshows.com/ baltimore Feb. 8-10 — Iowa/Illinois Regional Auto Show, RiverCenter Convention Center, Davenport, Iowa, 717-671-4300, www.motortrendautoshows.com Feb. 8-17 — Chicago Auto Show (press days: Feb. 6 and 7), McCormick Place, Chicago, 630-495-2282, www.chicagoautoshow.com Feb. 15-17 — Jacksonville International Car & Truck Show, Prime Osborn Convention Center, Jacksonville, Fla., 800-258-8912, www.paragonexpo.com Feb. 23-March 2 — Cleveland Auto Show, I-X Center, Cleveland, 440-746-1500, www.clevelandautoshow.com Feb. 23-March 2 — Greater Milwaukee Auto Show, Midwest Airlines Center, Milwaukee, 717-671-4300, www.motortrendautoshows.com Feb. 29-March 2 — Greater New Orleans International Auto Show, Morial Convention Center, New Orleans, 504-831-8863, www.rhymeonline.com/ autoShow.aspx March 3-9 — Quebec City International Auto Show, Centre de foires de Quebec, Quebec, 418-624-2290, salondelautodequebec.com March 6-9 — First Hawaiian International Auto Show, Hawaii Convention Center, Honolulu, 717-671-4300, www.hiautoshow.com GENERAL Jan. 16 — AutoWeek Design Forum, Cobo Center, Detroit, 313-446-1644, www.autonews.com/anevents Jan. 21-24 — Automotive News World Congress, Detroit Marriott Renaissance Center, Detroit, 313-446-0320, www.autonews.com/anevents Feb. 7-8 — J.D. Power and Associates International Automotive Roundtable, Westin St. Francis, San Francisco, 714-621-6270, www.jdpower.com/corporate Feb. 9-12 — NADA Convention and Exposition, National Automobile Dealers Association, Moscone Center, San Francisco, 703-448-5861, www.nada.org Feb. 12-14 — National Auto Glass Conference, National Glass Association, JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa, Tucson, Ariz., 866-342-5642, www.glass.org Feb. 13-14 — SAE Hybrid Vehicle Technologies Symposium, Society of Automotive Engineers, Omni Hotel, San Diego, 724-776-4841, www.sae.org Dealer Incentives Incentives in this table are a summary of dealer programs offered. Programs may vary by region and model. AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. Expires March 3. 2008 models Acura RL $2,500 TL $2,000 Honda Odyssey $2,500 Ridgeline $1,500 Pilot $1,000 Element $500 2007 models Acura MDX $2,500 Honda Odyssey $2,500 Accord $0-$2,000 Civic $500 LAND ROVER Expires Jan. 7. 2008 models LR2 $3,000 2007 models Range Rover, Range Rover Sport $4,000-$5,000 VOLVO Expires Jan. 7. 2008 models XC90 $3,000 S80 $1,750 XC70 $1,000 S40, S60, V50 $750 2007 models XC70 $4,000-$5,000 V70 $4,150-$4,900 S60 $4,500 XC90 $4,000 S40, V50 $2,650 S80 $2,000 Source: Automotive News and Edmunds.com autonews.com For a complete listing of events, see our Web site. To see our online list of auto shows and other events or to add your event to the list, go to www.autonews.com/ calendar. E-mail calendar information, including Web site address, to: autonews@crain.com Or send it to: Deputy Managing Editor Automotive News 1155 Gratiot Ave. Detroit, MI 48207-2997 http://www.motortrendautoshows.com http://www.motortrendautoshows.com http://www.motortrendautoshows.com http://www.autoexpoutah.com http://www.hiautoshow.com http://www.phillyautoshow.com http://www.montrealautoshow.com http://www.autonews.com/anevents http://www.motortrendautoshows.com/ http://www.naias.com http://www.autonews.com/anevents http://www.autoexpo.com http://www.motortrendautoshows.com http://www.jdpower.com/corporate http://www.motortrendautoshows.com/ http://www.chicagoautoshow.com http://www.nada.org http://www.saintlouisautoshow.com http://www.paragonexpo.com http://www.glass.org http://www.washingtonautoshow.com http://www.clevelandautoshow.com http://www.sae.org http://www.motortrendautoshows.com http://www.motortrendautoshows.com http://autonews.com http://www.portlandautoshow.com http://www.rhymeonline.com/ http://www.autonews.com/ http://www.omahaautoshow.com http://salondelautodequebec.com http://www.houstonautoshow.com http://Edmunds.com

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Caddy V-8 is endangered species An industry turns green -- let's talk JAPAN TRIUMPHANT Ford, Microsoft to offer 911 service in Sync GPS will track fuel price Brose buys Siemens motor unit as step toward N.A. growth Expanding Meridian sees bright future Federal-Mogul CEO to stay Harbour Consulting sold Soft market threatens Tundra sales goal Ford dumps volume targets for dealer bonuses How HCCI engines work Visteon: 'We're leaner and smaller' Ford doubles regional promo money Gasoline-diesel combo moves closer to reality Rethinking retail: A hot topic at World Congress Denso expands hybrid plant CAFE fines may yield meager grants Some pay raise: To $8.3 million from $1 New Chrysler purchasing chief looks to Asia BMW adds jobs to boost S.C. output Continental layoffs follow production cuts at Chrysler Study: Indirect loan delinquencies soar No more peekaboo for Camaro Saturn's Lajdziak: GM is 'where I wanted to be' LETTER TO THE EDITOR Why buy Japanese? Here's an answer CAFE will put new entrees on auto show menu What an exciting way to start 2008 LETTER TO THE EDITOR 84-month financing is nothing new LETTER TO THE EDITOR GM ad policy shift is good for dealers JAMES B. TREECE Detroit show gets back on a global track LETTER TO THE EDITOR Too many dealers: Blame greed LETTER TO THE EDITOR Why not learn from Toyota? LETTER TO THE EDITOR A hot news item? Nah; it's 9 years old Suppliers to the 2008 Saturn Vue Supplier personnel Haldex farms out brake work The theme: Green and mean Dodge Ram gets interior upgrade BMW's 1-series coupe gets a soft-top counterpart Chrysler eye candy includes green jelly bean Chinese automakers increase their presence Concept offers a peek at Explorer's likely successor Ford goes global in styling its B-cars Forum concept is a clubhouse on wheels Dealers Simple safety: Green, amber, red Lexus SUV luxury will grow on you Personnel Gas prices boost Nissan car sales as trucks tank This year's U.S. sales forecast: Gloomy Ford: Tata is lead bidder for 2 brands Ex-Toyota manager goes to Audi Hyundai has new N.A. chief TRW buys Delphi brake assets Who's No. 1? Time for an official review Waning interest Solstice outguns Miata - again Once more into the legal fray? Lifan is the latest Chinese wannabe Things are looking up (and down) for MG Who has 1st Mustang - and what's it worth?

Automotive News - January 7, 2008

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