Isuzu Amigo: Claiming Its Right to Fame
by Jennifer Dylan
The automobile market was actually monopolized in the 1980s by full size sport utility vehicles. However, come the spring of 1989, in the midst of all those full size SUVs came a compact SUV. It was a sporty mini SUV. It was the Isuzu Amigo.
It came both in a two wheel drive and a four wheel drive. There also were two choices for the engine. The two wheel drive is matched to the 2.3 liter engine with four cylinders and can produce some 96 units of horsepower. As per the four wheel drive, it got matched with the 2.6 liter engine with four cylinders and could produce some 120 horsepower. Both of these engines held a five speed manual transmission system.
Despite the fact that it was a new addition to the market where sport utility vehicles were taking most of the share, the Isuzu Amigo was able to shine through. It even took up a fair share of the SUV and the automobile market. It took the interest of the generation X who were craving for a sporty and flashy sport utility vehicle that held a very reasonable price. Not only does the Isuzu Amigo look good but it also drives good. It has a small engine that means it uses up a lesser amount of gas compared to the full size ones out in the market.
Just like any other vehicle on the market, the Isuzu Amigo has undergone and received various changes. In 1999, a year after it was introduced, it came as a new hardtop wagon with a pop up sunroof over the rear seat. There also was a heated rear window that joined the original semi-convertible. The cruise control system was deleted from the list of features. In 2000, the Isuzu Amigo came with a restyled nose and tail as well. The Isuzu Amigo came then with a standard cruise control as well as adjustable shock absorbers to add to the features that it would boast of. There also was an Intelligent Suspension Control made optional. A year after in 2001, it came with an added rear cargo tray.
Auto Parts Go continues to provide excellent Isuzu aftermarket parts, performance parts, and accessories to its avid patrons and customers. If you are interested in the wide array of Isuzu parts and accessories that Auto Parts Go has to office, you can simply access their site any time of the day for it has been made available 24 hours a day. It has been secured so much so that it would be hacker safe. All your valuable information would be kept intact and no unauthorized eyes would be able to feast on your information, as well as your them as well. There are various parts, auto parts, and accessories made available for Isuzu vehicles like the Amigo, the Hombre, the I-Mark, the Impulse, the Oasis, the Pickup, the Rodeo, the Stylus, the Trooper, and the Vehicross. Online car parts shopping have never been easy with Auto Parts Go's quality, durable and pocket-friendly auto parts.
2008-05-14
Diesel Engines Get Some Work From Toyota And Isuzu : New ISUZU car
Diesel Engines Get Some Work From Toyota And Isuzu
by Joe Thompson
Together, two of the top Japanese auto manufacturers are going to form a partnership so as to bring a new kind of engine to the auto world. So which popular auto makers are these? It is going to be a joint venture of giants Toyota Motor Corporation and Isuzu Motors Ltd.
According to a news release, these two creators have already had an agreement that they would be forming capital tie-ups as well as business ones. These would be actually done so as to help out each other create new advances and developments when it comes to creating and manufacturing diesel engines.
However, experts in the industry do believe that such a deal could actually be part of the move of Toyota. You see, there have been reports in the auto industry that the Japanese auto giant Toyota is already planning and working on purchasing a huge share of the Isuzu auto parts and vehicles creator. What would be happening is that Toyota would be purchasing around 60 million shares of Isuzu straight right out of Mitsubishi while another 40 million shares would be purchased from the Itochu Corporation.
Aside from creating developments for diesel engines, the two companies would also be working together on developing devices that would limit emission control for such type of engines. The creator of auto parts Toyota would be dwelling on the research part for it has already been known to be a company that has been able to create environment friendly technologies because of the research and technology that they used.
What has Toyota got to say about this one? Katruaki Watanabe, the president of the company, states during a news conference, "Toyota sees protecting the environment as the biggest mission for an automaker. Hybrid technology is one of the effective ways. But given that each country has different energy policies and regulations, we believe it is necessary to further strengthen areas related to diesel."
As on the Isuzu end, Yoshinori Ida, the president of the mentioned company, says, "By teaming up with Toyota, I am certain that we will be able to create the world's best diesel engine. This business tie-up will not only strengthen the two companies' competitive edge but will also contribute to the global environment."
by Joe Thompson
Together, two of the top Japanese auto manufacturers are going to form a partnership so as to bring a new kind of engine to the auto world. So which popular auto makers are these? It is going to be a joint venture of giants Toyota Motor Corporation and Isuzu Motors Ltd.
According to a news release, these two creators have already had an agreement that they would be forming capital tie-ups as well as business ones. These would be actually done so as to help out each other create new advances and developments when it comes to creating and manufacturing diesel engines.
However, experts in the industry do believe that such a deal could actually be part of the move of Toyota. You see, there have been reports in the auto industry that the Japanese auto giant Toyota is already planning and working on purchasing a huge share of the Isuzu auto parts and vehicles creator. What would be happening is that Toyota would be purchasing around 60 million shares of Isuzu straight right out of Mitsubishi while another 40 million shares would be purchased from the Itochu Corporation.
Aside from creating developments for diesel engines, the two companies would also be working together on developing devices that would limit emission control for such type of engines. The creator of auto parts Toyota would be dwelling on the research part for it has already been known to be a company that has been able to create environment friendly technologies because of the research and technology that they used.
What has Toyota got to say about this one? Katruaki Watanabe, the president of the company, states during a news conference, "Toyota sees protecting the environment as the biggest mission for an automaker. Hybrid technology is one of the effective ways. But given that each country has different energy policies and regulations, we believe it is necessary to further strengthen areas related to diesel."
As on the Isuzu end, Yoshinori Ida, the president of the mentioned company, says, "By teaming up with Toyota, I am certain that we will be able to create the world's best diesel engine. This business tie-up will not only strengthen the two companies' competitive edge but will also contribute to the global environment."
Isuzu to Venture with Toyota on Engine Production : New ISUZU car
Isuzu to Venture with Toyota on Engine Production
by Kaye Leery
Japan's Isuzu Motors Ltd. said Thursday that it is considering a set up in a joint venture to produce diesel engines with Toyota Motor Corp. as part of the tie-up which was announced by the two firms last year.
The truck maker and the world's number one car maker have been discussing details of their alliance in development and production of diesel engines since they formed the tie-up.
An Isuzu spokesman said that putting up a joint production venture is one option which the two auto makers are looking at. However, they are also considering other options. The latest comments were aired after Isuzu said last December that building a new diesel engine plant with Toyota was one option. The Isuzu spokesman said that the two auto makers may be open for the details of their alliance by the end of August.
The industry leader in the gasoline-electric hybrid vehicle market, Toyota, is seeking to improve its fuel-efficient and low-emission technologies by tying up with Isuzu, which is a major developer of diesel engines.
With the soaring prices of gas, diesel engines are attracting interest because they are almost 20 percent to 30 percent more fuel efficient than gasoline engines. About 50 percent of the vehicles sold in Europe are powered by diesel.
Aside from making diesel engines for its own vehicles, Isuzu also supplies such engines to U.S. auto titan General Motors Corp. (GM).
Last year, Toyota took a 5.9 percent stake in Isuzu. The team up came after Isuzu dissolved a capital tie-up with GM, which is trying to reorganize its business.
A Toyota spokesman said that the details have not been finalized on the diesel engine joint venture.
More information on Toyota Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., announced the one-millionth hybrid sale in July 7 by parent company, Toyota Motor Corporation. Of the one million hybrid sales around the world, over 50 percent have been sold in the United States -- 541,210 units from 2000 through April 2007.
In May, TMS posted sales of 36,101 hybrid vehicles, a whopping 102 percent increase over last May. Toyota Division posted sales of 34,174 hybrids, an even more surprising 121 percent increase over the same period last year. Lexus Division posted sales of 1,927 hybrids.
TMS is the maker of quality Toyota oxygen sensors.
Information on Isuzu Since its first truck was introduced in 1918, Isuzu has been a pioneer in the manufacture of vehicles and engines for industrial and commercial use. Today Isuzu is leading the world in the production of reliable medium-duty trucks and is famous around the world for its expertise in engineering, from diesel engines to pickups to SUVs.
IntelliChoice recognizes Isuzu's whole 2006 lineup as among the best in their class for low costs.
Isuzu cars will be present in 6 auto shows for this year: Orange County, San Antonio International, Central California, South Florida International, Tampa Bay International, and at the Arizona International.
by Kaye Leery
Japan's Isuzu Motors Ltd. said Thursday that it is considering a set up in a joint venture to produce diesel engines with Toyota Motor Corp. as part of the tie-up which was announced by the two firms last year.
The truck maker and the world's number one car maker have been discussing details of their alliance in development and production of diesel engines since they formed the tie-up.
An Isuzu spokesman said that putting up a joint production venture is one option which the two auto makers are looking at. However, they are also considering other options. The latest comments were aired after Isuzu said last December that building a new diesel engine plant with Toyota was one option. The Isuzu spokesman said that the two auto makers may be open for the details of their alliance by the end of August.
The industry leader in the gasoline-electric hybrid vehicle market, Toyota, is seeking to improve its fuel-efficient and low-emission technologies by tying up with Isuzu, which is a major developer of diesel engines.
With the soaring prices of gas, diesel engines are attracting interest because they are almost 20 percent to 30 percent more fuel efficient than gasoline engines. About 50 percent of the vehicles sold in Europe are powered by diesel.
Aside from making diesel engines for its own vehicles, Isuzu also supplies such engines to U.S. auto titan General Motors Corp. (GM).
Last year, Toyota took a 5.9 percent stake in Isuzu. The team up came after Isuzu dissolved a capital tie-up with GM, which is trying to reorganize its business.
A Toyota spokesman said that the details have not been finalized on the diesel engine joint venture.
More information on Toyota Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., announced the one-millionth hybrid sale in July 7 by parent company, Toyota Motor Corporation. Of the one million hybrid sales around the world, over 50 percent have been sold in the United States -- 541,210 units from 2000 through April 2007.
In May, TMS posted sales of 36,101 hybrid vehicles, a whopping 102 percent increase over last May. Toyota Division posted sales of 34,174 hybrids, an even more surprising 121 percent increase over the same period last year. Lexus Division posted sales of 1,927 hybrids.
TMS is the maker of quality Toyota oxygen sensors.
Information on Isuzu Since its first truck was introduced in 1918, Isuzu has been a pioneer in the manufacture of vehicles and engines for industrial and commercial use. Today Isuzu is leading the world in the production of reliable medium-duty trucks and is famous around the world for its expertise in engineering, from diesel engines to pickups to SUVs.
IntelliChoice recognizes Isuzu's whole 2006 lineup as among the best in their class for low costs.
Isuzu cars will be present in 6 auto shows for this year: Orange County, San Antonio International, Central California, South Florida International, Tampa Bay International, and at the Arizona International.
Offers galore at Central Florida Lincoln Mercury Isuzu! : New ISUZU car
Offers galore at Central Florida Lincoln Mercury Isuzu!
by john
It is special offers galore at Central Florida Lincoln Mercury Isuzu, the leading auto dealership in Orlando, Florida. The dealership is yet again giving you offers that are 'to die for'!
The dealership offers an exclusive 10 years/250,000 mile limited warranty on every new vehicle in stock. Then, there is a Truck Madness campaign featuring fantastic deals on the Isuzu I-290 model, the best truck in its class. Isuzu I-290 comes with special added features at a very low price. With Central Florida Lincoln Mercury Isuzu, spending a fortune on getting your car serviced is history. Customers can enjoy great deals on service too. Headlight restoration, fuel saver package, fuel injector service, and cooling system service can be availed at just $119.95, $89.95, $129.95, and $109.95 respectively.
The dealership always sells new Lincoln and Mercury vehicles for one thousand dollars less than any other dealers in the area. And, they always pay one thousand dollars more, compared to what other dealers would pay, for a customers' trade-in vehicle.
There seems to be absolutely no end to the special deals offered at Central Florida Lincoln Mercury Isuzu. Central Florida Lincoln Mercury Isuzu offers special deals for special cars! Visit Central Florida Lincoln Mercury Isuzu or log on to http://www.cflm.com to know more about the various special offers.
Address: 2055 West Colonial Drive Orlando, FL 32804 Phone: (407) 841-4550 Fax: (407) 481-4319 Email: centralfloridalincolnmercury@gmail.com
by john
It is special offers galore at Central Florida Lincoln Mercury Isuzu, the leading auto dealership in Orlando, Florida. The dealership is yet again giving you offers that are 'to die for'!
The dealership offers an exclusive 10 years/250,000 mile limited warranty on every new vehicle in stock. Then, there is a Truck Madness campaign featuring fantastic deals on the Isuzu I-290 model, the best truck in its class. Isuzu I-290 comes with special added features at a very low price. With Central Florida Lincoln Mercury Isuzu, spending a fortune on getting your car serviced is history. Customers can enjoy great deals on service too. Headlight restoration, fuel saver package, fuel injector service, and cooling system service can be availed at just $119.95, $89.95, $129.95, and $109.95 respectively.
The dealership always sells new Lincoln and Mercury vehicles for one thousand dollars less than any other dealers in the area. And, they always pay one thousand dollars more, compared to what other dealers would pay, for a customers' trade-in vehicle.
There seems to be absolutely no end to the special deals offered at Central Florida Lincoln Mercury Isuzu. Central Florida Lincoln Mercury Isuzu offers special deals for special cars! Visit Central Florida Lincoln Mercury Isuzu or log on to http://www.cflm.com to know more about the various special offers.
Address: 2055 West Colonial Drive Orlando, FL 32804 Phone: (407) 841-4550 Fax: (407) 481-4319 Email: centralfloridalincolnmercury@gmail.com
2008-04-24
Gettin' Ready For Winter Fun With Isuzu
Gettin' Ready For Winter Fun With Isuzu
by Gina Stevenson
If you're one of the lucky owners of an Isuzu SUV, you should be getting pretty excited about now. Maybe you own one of the high-performing Isuzu Ascenders. Maybe you proudly park the popular Axiom in your garage every night when you come home from work. Maybe you're hanging on to that loved Isuzu Trooper. Regardless of which model you fell in love with, chances are, if you're an Isuzu SUV owner, you're an active, sporty person who likes to have fun. Well, my friend, the time for winter fun is growing close and you'd better be prepared.
You know you want to do it. The soft snowflakes floating serenely down to earth, the sound of snow whooshing with every turn of your skis, the view from the lift on the way back up, the taste of hot coffee in the lodge after a long day... In the mood to go skiing or snowboarding yet? We thought so. And Isuzu's got you covered.
Isuzu offers two options for ski accessories for its newest SUV model - the Ascender 5-Passenger. The ButtonDown ski mount carries four pairs of skis and features a secure lock with optional SKS cores.
Mounting the ButtonDown requires Cross Bars and MightyMounts, and if you'd like it to carry your snowboards instead, you'll need to purchase the ski lift attachment for under $15. If you'd prefer to hold your skis diagonally, you'll definitely prefer the SkiSlopes mount. Both are convenient and exceptionally easy to use. Like all Isuzu vehicles, the accessories are also warranted as Isuzu stands behind every product they offer.
And getting up to the slopes is no problem in the Ascender. The Ascender 5-Passenger offers Isuzu's Stabilitrack Electronic Stability Control which greatly improves handling in adverse weather conditions.
The system's traction control - one of the three main components of Stabilitrak - activates as soon as it senses wheel spin (common on snowy roads). Once the wheel or wheels begin to spin, the traction control component will selectively apply the brakes and reduce engine torque. This helps the Ascender regain traction, or contact with the road surface. In addition to traction control, Stabilitrak also combines a stability control system and anti-lock braking system, so that all three work together seamlessly.
If you're already an Isuzu owner, you know that driving an Isuzu is worry-free. With Isuzu's comprehensive 7-year/75,000 mile roadside assistance program, even if you encounter a dead battery on your weekend getaway, Isuzu is only a toll-free number away.
So that leaves just one question. Where should you go skiing? We can help you with that, too. The number one rated skiing in the U.S . is Aspen, Colorado. Vail and Winter Park (also in Colorado) are both in the top ten. Heavenly Ski Resort (located in Lake Tahoe) offers slopes on both the California and Nevada side and has been rated the number 2 best skiing in the U.S. Utah comes in third with Deer Valley Resort (made famous in the 2002 Olympics), and Mount Snow and Killington are both located on the opposite coast in Vermont. With 22 combined Isuzu dealerships in Colorado, California, Nevada, Vermont, and Utah, finding the perfect Isuzu vehicle won't be too difficult. So grab your skis and let's head out. Winter only comes once a year.
by Gina Stevenson
If you're one of the lucky owners of an Isuzu SUV, you should be getting pretty excited about now. Maybe you own one of the high-performing Isuzu Ascenders. Maybe you proudly park the popular Axiom in your garage every night when you come home from work. Maybe you're hanging on to that loved Isuzu Trooper. Regardless of which model you fell in love with, chances are, if you're an Isuzu SUV owner, you're an active, sporty person who likes to have fun. Well, my friend, the time for winter fun is growing close and you'd better be prepared.
You know you want to do it. The soft snowflakes floating serenely down to earth, the sound of snow whooshing with every turn of your skis, the view from the lift on the way back up, the taste of hot coffee in the lodge after a long day... In the mood to go skiing or snowboarding yet? We thought so. And Isuzu's got you covered.
Isuzu offers two options for ski accessories for its newest SUV model - the Ascender 5-Passenger. The ButtonDown ski mount carries four pairs of skis and features a secure lock with optional SKS cores.
Mounting the ButtonDown requires Cross Bars and MightyMounts, and if you'd like it to carry your snowboards instead, you'll need to purchase the ski lift attachment for under $15. If you'd prefer to hold your skis diagonally, you'll definitely prefer the SkiSlopes mount. Both are convenient and exceptionally easy to use. Like all Isuzu vehicles, the accessories are also warranted as Isuzu stands behind every product they offer.
And getting up to the slopes is no problem in the Ascender. The Ascender 5-Passenger offers Isuzu's Stabilitrack Electronic Stability Control which greatly improves handling in adverse weather conditions.
The system's traction control - one of the three main components of Stabilitrak - activates as soon as it senses wheel spin (common on snowy roads). Once the wheel or wheels begin to spin, the traction control component will selectively apply the brakes and reduce engine torque. This helps the Ascender regain traction, or contact with the road surface. In addition to traction control, Stabilitrak also combines a stability control system and anti-lock braking system, so that all three work together seamlessly.
If you're already an Isuzu owner, you know that driving an Isuzu is worry-free. With Isuzu's comprehensive 7-year/75,000 mile roadside assistance program, even if you encounter a dead battery on your weekend getaway, Isuzu is only a toll-free number away.
So that leaves just one question. Where should you go skiing? We can help you with that, too. The number one rated skiing in the U.S . is Aspen, Colorado. Vail and Winter Park (also in Colorado) are both in the top ten. Heavenly Ski Resort (located in Lake Tahoe) offers slopes on both the California and Nevada side and has been rated the number 2 best skiing in the U.S. Utah comes in third with Deer Valley Resort (made famous in the 2002 Olympics), and Mount Snow and Killington are both located on the opposite coast in Vermont. With 22 combined Isuzu dealerships in Colorado, California, Nevada, Vermont, and Utah, finding the perfect Isuzu vehicle won't be too difficult. So grab your skis and let's head out. Winter only comes once a year.
Offers galore at Central Florida Lincoln Mercury Isuzu!
Offers galore at Central Florida Lincoln Mercury Isuzu!
by john
It is special offers galore at Central Florida Lincoln Mercury Isuzu, the leading auto dealership in Orlando, Florida. The dealership is yet again giving you offers that are 'to die for'!
The dealership offers an exclusive 10 years/250,000 mile limited warranty on every new vehicle in stock. Then, there is a Truck Madness campaign featuring fantastic deals on the Isuzu I-290 model, the best truck in its class. Isuzu I-290 comes with special added features at a very low price. With Central Florida Lincoln Mercury Isuzu, spending a fortune on getting your car serviced is history. Customers can enjoy great deals on service too. Headlight restoration, fuel saver package, fuel injector service, and cooling system service can be availed at just $119.95, $89.95, $129.95, and $109.95 respectively.
The dealership always sells new Lincoln and Mercury vehicles for one thousand dollars less than any other dealers in the area. And, they always pay one thousand dollars more, compared to what other dealers would pay, for a customers' trade-in vehicle.
There seems to be absolutely no end to the special deals offered at Central Florida Lincoln Mercury Isuzu. Central Florida Lincoln Mercury Isuzu offers special deals for special cars! Visit Central Florida Lincoln Mercury Isuzu or log on to http://www.cflm.com to know more about the various special offers.
Address: 2055 West Colonial Drive Orlando, FL 32804 Phone: (407) 841-4550 Fax: (407) 481-4319 Email: centralfloridalincolnmercury@gmail.com
by john
It is special offers galore at Central Florida Lincoln Mercury Isuzu, the leading auto dealership in Orlando, Florida. The dealership is yet again giving you offers that are 'to die for'!
The dealership offers an exclusive 10 years/250,000 mile limited warranty on every new vehicle in stock. Then, there is a Truck Madness campaign featuring fantastic deals on the Isuzu I-290 model, the best truck in its class. Isuzu I-290 comes with special added features at a very low price. With Central Florida Lincoln Mercury Isuzu, spending a fortune on getting your car serviced is history. Customers can enjoy great deals on service too. Headlight restoration, fuel saver package, fuel injector service, and cooling system service can be availed at just $119.95, $89.95, $129.95, and $109.95 respectively.
The dealership always sells new Lincoln and Mercury vehicles for one thousand dollars less than any other dealers in the area. And, they always pay one thousand dollars more, compared to what other dealers would pay, for a customers' trade-in vehicle.
There seems to be absolutely no end to the special deals offered at Central Florida Lincoln Mercury Isuzu. Central Florida Lincoln Mercury Isuzu offers special deals for special cars! Visit Central Florida Lincoln Mercury Isuzu or log on to http://www.cflm.com to know more about the various special offers.
Address: 2055 West Colonial Drive Orlando, FL 32804 Phone: (407) 841-4550 Fax: (407) 481-4319 Email: centralfloridalincolnmercury@gmail.com
Isuzu’s Alabama Plant Derailed
Isuzu’s Alabama Plant Derailed
by Anthony Fontanelle
Isuzu Motors Ltd. has mothballed its plan to build light commercial truck plant which was reported to be destined for Pinson.
Isuzu President Susumu Hosoi told Kyodo News agency Wednesday that the company is worried the subprime mortgage crisis will hurt the U.S. economy, and that the concerns are serious enough to put the company's plans for a North American plant on hold.
"Our projections for the U.S. market down the road are not very good, and we can't see sufficient volume" of sales coming from there, said Hosoi.
Last year, the automaker purchased a 300,000-square-foot warehouse on Pinson Valley Parkway for $8 million. Individuals familiar with the state and local efforts to recruit Isuzu said that the company planned to build light commercial trucks and employ as many as 1,000 people at the site, The Birmingham News reported.
It is too early to give up on the project, though, said Metropolitan Development Board President Ted von Cannon. Von Cannon, the head of the partnership that recruits new businesses to the area, said last Wednesday that projects are sometimes delayed because of global economic conditions. "I have not been told this is a dead issue," von Cannon added. "We will continue to move forward with all projects big and small."
Gov. Bob Riley met with Isuzu leaders on a trip to Japan in October, and said that the talks were "enthusiastic" and "very positive."
Isuzu's truck sales in North America increased about ten percent to 27,000 in 2006, and the automaker said its goal was 50,000. Nearly all of Tokyo-based Isuzu's vehicles sold in the U.S are imported from Japan.
The plant has been the subject of much discussion. In September, Automotive News reported Isuzu has delayed breaking ground on the Pinson plant because it was considering a site in Mexico. In April, Nikkei, a Japanese newspaper reported Isuzu planned to build in Pinson and produce 5,000 trucks a year.
The maker of Isuzu radiator already makes commercial trucks in Japan. The trucks are equipped with a low cab and boxy cargo area usually used by contractors, delivery services and plumbers. Isuzu also operates a commercial truck assembly plant in Janesville, Wis., in partnership with General Motors Corp.
In the automotive industry, the buzzword is expansion. Expansion is not limited to enhancing Mazda floor mats or any auto part for that matter. It means expansion of reach to compete closely in the global arena.
by Anthony Fontanelle
Isuzu Motors Ltd. has mothballed its plan to build light commercial truck plant which was reported to be destined for Pinson.
Isuzu President Susumu Hosoi told Kyodo News agency Wednesday that the company is worried the subprime mortgage crisis will hurt the U.S. economy, and that the concerns are serious enough to put the company's plans for a North American plant on hold.
"Our projections for the U.S. market down the road are not very good, and we can't see sufficient volume" of sales coming from there, said Hosoi.
Last year, the automaker purchased a 300,000-square-foot warehouse on Pinson Valley Parkway for $8 million. Individuals familiar with the state and local efforts to recruit Isuzu said that the company planned to build light commercial trucks and employ as many as 1,000 people at the site, The Birmingham News reported.
It is too early to give up on the project, though, said Metropolitan Development Board President Ted von Cannon. Von Cannon, the head of the partnership that recruits new businesses to the area, said last Wednesday that projects are sometimes delayed because of global economic conditions. "I have not been told this is a dead issue," von Cannon added. "We will continue to move forward with all projects big and small."
Gov. Bob Riley met with Isuzu leaders on a trip to Japan in October, and said that the talks were "enthusiastic" and "very positive."
Isuzu's truck sales in North America increased about ten percent to 27,000 in 2006, and the automaker said its goal was 50,000. Nearly all of Tokyo-based Isuzu's vehicles sold in the U.S are imported from Japan.
The plant has been the subject of much discussion. In September, Automotive News reported Isuzu has delayed breaking ground on the Pinson plant because it was considering a site in Mexico. In April, Nikkei, a Japanese newspaper reported Isuzu planned to build in Pinson and produce 5,000 trucks a year.
The maker of Isuzu radiator already makes commercial trucks in Japan. The trucks are equipped with a low cab and boxy cargo area usually used by contractors, delivery services and plumbers. Isuzu also operates a commercial truck assembly plant in Janesville, Wis., in partnership with General Motors Corp.
In the automotive industry, the buzzword is expansion. Expansion is not limited to enhancing Mazda floor mats or any auto part for that matter. It means expansion of reach to compete closely in the global arena.
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