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#7001 of 10007 Re: Lexus ES350 approaches LS standards [lexusguy] by tagman Mar 24, 2006 (9:46 am)
Replying to: lexusguy (Mar 24, 2006 8:53 am) Lexusguy, Raising the bar is always good policy for the industry in general, and the ES has clearly done so.   Merc, Sounds like we're on the same page about the diesels making their way into more sedans over the next years. When you think about it, diesels represent the majority of the European market, so I have gone on record that we are in for a significant revitalization of diesels in this country . . . and not just in SUV's, but in sedans as well. And, yes, Audi is a terrific surprise . . . but hopefully they realize the unique historical position they are in and don't waste the potential.   TagMan
#7002 of 10007 Re: The Audi TDI is coming! [tagman] by dewey Mar 24, 2006 (12:23 pm)
Replying to: tagman (Mar 23, 2006 8:19 pm) Interesting!   A IS220d and BMW320d will definitely sell well in Europe where you can find a large number of BMW 316i and BMW 318i cars on their roads.   But I dont think neither a IS220d or BMW320d will be a hit here in North America. While a BMW535d, BMW330d or a IS300d are almost guaranteed to be hits in N. America.
#7003 of 10007 Re: The Audi TDI is coming! [merc1] by dewey Mar 24, 2006 (12:29 pm)
Replying to: merc1 (Mar 23, 2006 10:47 pm) I think a diesel Audi Q7 sounds more compelling than a hybrid Q7.   Based on my understanding the VW/Audi/Porsche hybrids will be like the Honda IMA hyrbids. That does not sound too promising since IMA hybrids are not as fuel efficient as HSD(Toyota and Ford) hybrids in heavier vehicles like SUVs. And that is not saying much since everyone knows how fuel efficient the Lexus 400H is in real world mileage.   Also I am willing to wager that a diesel Q7 will be funner to drive than a hybrid Q7. Replies to this message: tagman (Mar 24, 2006 1:51 pm) merc1 (Mar 25, 2006 11:12 am)
#7005 of 10007 Re: The Audi TDI is coming! [dewey] by tagman Mar 24, 2006 (1:51 pm)
Replying to: dewey (Mar 24, 2006 12:29 pm) I think a diesel Audi Q7 sounds more compelling than a hybrid Q7.    I sure agree with that. I'm still waiting to drive the diesel Mercedes GL.   The hybrid technology has definately proven itself in the lighweight division. And, as we can see so far, it's a little more challenging in the middle-weight division. And, of course, Lexus will be the one to prove, one way or another, whether or not it can succeed in the heavyweight division with the upcoming LS600h.   I am looking forward to the diesels that will be coming soon! It's just the beginning of something big! The U.S. market is going to be changed by them. I can feel it. Not like Europe, but definately a significant change.   BTW, if you are interested in hybrid chat, there are some cool hybrid forums. I'll be happy to exchange opinions on hybrids there any time if you want. Just let me know. Probably better there than the LPS forum, don't you think?       TagMan
#7006 of 10007 Hybrid Vehicles board by pat HOST Mar 24, 2006 (1:53 pm)
Hybrid Vehicles   Replies to this message: tagman (Mar 24, 2006 1:57 pm) pat (Mar 24, 2006 1:58 pm) tagman (Mar 24, 2006 4:54 pm)
#7007 of 10007 Re: Hybrid Vehicles board [pat] by tagman Mar 24, 2006 (1:57 pm)
Replying to: pat (Mar 24, 2006 1:53 pm) "big brother" is always watching.   Replies to this message: pat (Mar 24, 2006 1:58 pm) tagman (Mar 24, 2006 4:54 pm)
#7008 of 10007 Re: Hybrid Vehicles board [tagman] by pat HOST Mar 24, 2006 (1:58 pm)
Replying to: tagman (Mar 24, 2006 1:57 pm) and helping!! Replies to this message: tagman (Mar 24, 2006 4:54 pm)
#7009 of 10007 Re: Hybrid Vehicles board [pat] by tagman Mar 24, 2006 (4:54 pm)
Replying to: pat (Mar 24, 2006 1:58 pm) yes, I noticed.
#7010 of 10007 Leader in AWD by dewey Mar 24, 2006 (7:03 pm)
Here is a trick question:   Who is the No.1 All-Wheel-Drive seller in the Premium Segment?   Audi?   Nope.   The answer is BMW   Currently 25 percent of all BMWs have x drive.   link title Replies to this message: liferules (Mar 25, 2006 12:08 pm) markcincinnati (Mar 26, 2006 9:00 am)

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