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Role reversal: China bans four Renault models for safety concerns
In an odd and somewhat comical reversal of the usual state of things, China has today announced the halt of import of four Renault models on the back of 'serious safety risks' and non-compliance with regulations. The models affected include the Laguna, Scenic, Megane and Megane Coupe-Cabriolet - in...
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Report: GM wants 30% stake in possible joint Opel-Fiat company
The landscape of the automotive industry is changing, and before things are done, the changes may be massive. Already Fiat and Chrysler are forging an alliance, and Fiat is... May 7, 2009 by Ralph Hanson 2
Geely says Rolls Royce's copy claims are baseless
China's car industry is infamous for its tendency to 'borrow' details from European carmakers, often to the point where the word 'clone' is used with some accuracy. The... April 24, 2009 by Kenneth Hall 6
Porsche Panamera squeezed into elevator for 94th story presentation
In the lead up to the unveiling of its Panamera sedan at the Shanghai Motor Show this week, Porsche made a special presentation of the car to a select group of customers and... April 21, 2009 by Alex Kaufmann 41
Buick reveals Business MPV concept in Shanghai
We've seen some amazing concepts from Buick unveiled at the Shanghai Auto Show in previous years, and this year was no different with the release of the Buick Business... April 21, 2009 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran 4
2009 Race of Champions heading to Beijing's Bird's Nest stadium
Undoubtedly one of the most unique motorsports events out there, the annual Race of Champions (ROC) event sees drivers from usually incompatible forms of motorsport take each... April 20, 2009 by Kenneth Hall 1
Changan Auto seeking American, European empires
While the Detroit 3 and the rest of the established automotive industry reel from the blows dealt by the poor world credit market and nosediving economy, smaller, newer... April 20, 2009 by Ralph Hanson 1
Porsche Panamera makes world debut at Shanghai Auto Show
Porsche today unveiled its new Panamera grand tourer at the Shanghai Auto Show, ahead of its official European sales launch scheduled for September. The car will arrive in... April 19, 2009 by Alex Kaufmann 17
China to be world's largest auto producer by the end of the year
Despite the global economic downturn, the nation of China is still on track to become the world's largest automaker by this year. Currently, China remains in second place to... March 30, 2009 by Alex Kaufmann 1
Geely goes for the gusto with throne-equipped GE limo
Building a successful hyper-luxury limousine is a tricky game. While brands like Maybach and Bentley are struggling to find success, Rolls Royce is posting year after banner... March 30, 2009 by Kenneth Hall 6
New details on SAIC's upcoming MG models
The long-awaited resurrection of MG in the UK finally got underway late last year with the construction of MG TF roadsers at the Longbridge, UK plant. Last September SAIC... March 26, 2009 by Ralph Hanson
Chery gets literal, launches two new sub-brands in China: Riich and Rely
The American car industry as a whole may be under fire for its current situation, but there's always a bright side. Like Arkansans are fond of saying, "thank God for... March 20, 2009 by Nelson Ireson 1
Report: Chinese government gives Chery Auto approval for Volvo acquisition
Ford is having trouble offloading its failing Volvo subsidiary but the company is determined to sell it and has already started approaching potential buyers in spite of the... March 7, 2009 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran 7
Daimler wants focus on vehicle interiors, creates new ‘center of excellence’
There’s no award for recognizing that the current quality and design of vehicle interiors for luxury brands like Mercedes Benz and BMW, traditional stalwarts of the... March 6, 2009 by Ralph Hanson 2
China's carbon emissions jump 80% in just three years
Beijing's efforts to cut its local pollution for the Olympics aside, China has shown little interest in cutting back its output of carbon into the atmosphere. Even with... March 5, 2009 by Alex Kaufmann 7
Chrysler assets could be sold to Chinese carmaker
There is mounting speculation that ailing Detroit carmaker Chrysler may not be able to survive as a standalone firm. Negotiators in Detroit are working furiously to secure a... February 24, 2009 by Kenneth Hall 1
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