Leasing

FCX Clarity Leasing in Japan to begin November 2008

TOKYO, Japan, July 2, 2008– Honda Motor Co., Ltd. unveiled the Japan model of its FCX Clarity fuel cell vehicle, which will also be displayed at the Environmental Showcase at the G8 Hokkaido Toyako Summit that begins July 7, 2008. Leasing in Japan is scheduled to begin November 2008.

2009 Honda FCX Clarity Advanced Fuel Cell Vehicle

Initially, leases are to be limited to government agencies and certain corporate customers. Numerous FCX Clarity events are to be held beginning in 2009 at which the public will have the opportunity to come in contact with the FCX Clarity and gain a greater appreciation of the appeal of fuel cell vehicles.

Ford Offers Customers Unmatched Coverage

Dearborn, Mich., April 25, 2008 – Ford Motor Company's (NYSE: F) Ford and Lincoln Mercury divisions are launching improved and expanded Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle programs designed to enhance the appeal of the company's newest products like the Ford Fusion, Lincoln MKX and Mercury Mariner in the used vehicle market.

Index Monitors Most Popular Lease Vehicles in America

MIAMI, Dec. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- LeaseTrader.com, the company that helps consumers facilitate car lease transfers, announces its monthly Index for November, with the BMW 3 Series topping the list of America's most preferred leased vehicle.

The BMW 3 Series offers excellent luxury and space while delivering a quiet and comfortable driving experience. The car is among BMW's best all-time selling models because of its combination of power, agility, luxury and high performance. Starting with the 3 Series, BMW continues to set the standard for upscale high performance luxury vehicles catering to people who think driving should be an exciting experience.

Woodcliff Lake, NJ, December 11, 2007 -- BMW Financial Services of North America, LLC (BMW FS) ranked highest in satisfaction with initial consumer leases for luxury nameplates in the J.D. Power and Associates 2007 Consumer Financing Satisfaction Study released today.

The top ranking in this study marks the first time(*) BMW Financial Services has received the highest ranking in this important segment and reflects a 47 index point increase that takes it from seventh to first place. BMW Financial Services is the first financing provider to attain top ranking in both Retail Leasing Satisfaction in the J.D. Power and Associates Dealer Financing Satisfaction and Luxury Lease Satisfaction in the Consumer Financing studies in the same year.

Nissan's Financial Services Company Awarded for Leadership in eLeasing

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 16 /PRNewswire - FirstCall/ -- Nissan Motor Acceptance Corporation's (NMAC) pioneering efforts in eLeasing were recognized this evening through the Auto Finance Excellence Award presented during this year's Auto Finance Summit Awards ceremony in Las Vegas.

"Perseverance is the key word when considering Nissan Motor Acceptance Corporation's eLeasing initiative," said J.J. Hornblass, chairman, Auto Finance Summit. "NMAC has been more than just at the forefront of the industry's technology. It has been an evangelist for moving forward, for trying to reinvent the status quo."