Archive | October, 2007
The history of the smart fortwo
At the beginning of the 1990s, research showed that each car carried an average of only 1.2 people. Commuters stuck in rush-hour traffic can look around to confirm this claim. In addition to increased urban congestion vehicles are driven, on average fewer than 18 miles per day. Vehicles are also parked 90 percent of the time. [...]
Continue reading...The smart fortwo market, marketing and dealer network in the United States
29. October 2007
The concept and the features of the smart fortwo are ideal for the automotive landscape in the United States that is currently in a stage of brand awareness. The American consumers have become more accepting of smaller vehicles - they seek more fuel efficient options and seek out vehicles that are better for the environment. During [...]
Continue reading...The ecology of the smart fortwo
29. October 2007
The smart fortwo is one of the most economical cars on the world’s roads today. And it is very ecological as an ultra low emission vehicle (ULEV). A state-of-the-art compact three-cylinder gasoline engine sits at the rear of the new smart fortwo. The engine capacity is 61 cubic inches, the output is 52 kW (70 [...]
Continue reading...The safety features of the smart fortwo
29. October 2007
The smart fortwo is a car designed with a high level of safety and technology. It is a trendsetter in terms of safety developments in small cars. The smart fortwo has been subjected to extensive crash and safety tests. The smart fortwo is one of the safest cars in the super mini segment. During the development [...]
Continue reading...30k have placed $99 deposit
29. October 2007
Over 30,000 Americans have placed a $99 deposit on a smart fortwo. Dealers will begin to fill orders in January 2008. smart USA’s website - www.smartusa.com - has received over 3 million visits since June 2006, over 95,000 people have signed up as smart “insiders” and visitors spend an average of over five minutes on [...]
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29. October 2007
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