Daimler's robust Q1 underwhelms hopeful market
Daimler posted robust quarterly results that underwhelmed investors whose expectations had been inflated by recent stellar reports by peers such as Volkswagen and truck maker Volvo .
2011 New York auto show live pictures
The New York auto show happens at the end of the international auto show season, is fairly small, and above all was over-shadowed by the Shanghai International Auto Show this year. Consequently, there were few surprises and big global debuts. During the first day, updates for several small cars were revealed, and more efficient engines entered the mix.
China premium car market prize worth the hurdles
Luxury car makers that have learned the ropes in the familiar markets of Europe and the United States are having to adapt to new ways in China, but with the market expected to boom, they have little choice but to get on board.
Volkswagen introduces redesigned Beetle
Volkswagen AG showed off a redesigned Beetle small car on Monday at auto shows in Shanghai, Berlin and New York.
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China's SAIC shares to remain suspended next week
Trading in the shares of SAIC Motor Corp, China's top car maker, will remain suspended for another five working days from Monday, the company said in a filing with the Shanghai Stock Exchange on Friday.
Volkswagen's profits hit record, eyes even more
Volkswagen's record year results beat expectations, showing Europe's largest carmaker has enough financial firepower to complete its planned takeover of Porsche.
GM Brazil chief quits amid tumble in market share
The head of General Motors Co's (GM.N) Brazilian unit, Denise Johnson, has stepped down after just eight months on the job, the company said. Johnson's resignation, announced on Tuesday, comes amid a decline in GM's market share in Brazil.
VW, PSA to invest $1.5 bln in south China-Xinhua
Volkswagen AG (VOWG.DE), PSA Peugeot-Citroen (PEUP.PA) and other automakers will invest more than 10 billion yuan ($1.52 billion) in manufacturing capacity in China's Guangdong province this year, Chinese state media reported on Sunday.
Darth Vader commercial in Super Bowl (VIDEO)
Volkswagen USA has called on the Dark Side for help selling its cars. In a commercial which aired in the Super Bowl on Sunday, a young child wearing a Darth Vader costume from the Star Wars movie is shown attempting to use the “Force” on various household items to no avail.
What Were The Best And Worst Super Bowl Commercials?
Super Bowl XLV provided plenty of entertainment on the football field, and just as much during commercial breaks. Which ad won the night?
What Are The Best Super Bowl Commercials Of All-Time?
The Super Bowl is the biggest TV event of the year, and while plenty of people watch for the game, there are just as many who watch for the commercials.
Most awaited Super Bowl Commercials 2011
Ahead of the Sunday spectacle, curiosity over new Super Bowl commercials has taken over. Here is a list of most awaited Super Bowl Commercials 2011
Governments, firms evacuate citizens from Egypt
Governments, airlines and tour operators worked together on Monday to fly their nationals out of Egypt where protesters pressed their campaign to topple President Hosni Mubarak.
Is Diesel engine better than petrol version?
Diesel-engine vehicles are a better value compared to vehicles with gasoline engines because of their lower operating costs and higher resale value over time, according to a new study released by Carnegie Mellon University.
Toyota issues largest recall ever
Toyota has issued a recall of 1.7 million cars, its largest ever, mainly in its Lexus brand
China readies 10 million EV parking spots by 2020: executive
The Chinese government is said to be looking to prepare at least 10 million car parking spots for electric vehicles by 2020 in a new comprehensive policy due to be announced soon, a top executive at a local automaker said on Thursday.
Brazil posts record auto sales in 2010
Automobile sales in Brazil reached record high for the fourth consecutive year in 2010, as the country is expected to witness the fastest growth in more than two decades.
Volkswagen US sales up 17 pct in Dec
Volkswagen of America, Inc. today reported that December sales marked a 17 percent increase over prior year sales for the entire line of vehicles.
SAIC to invest $1.5 bln in Nanjing to produce 1 mln units
Shanghai Automotive Industry Corp, a partner of Volkswagen AG and General Motors, signed a memorandum of understanding with the city government of Nanjing, capital of Jiangsu province, pledging to invest 10 billion yuan (1.5 billion U.S. dollars) for the expanded production.
Hyundai, Volkswagen top insurance industry safe car list
South Korean automakers Hyundai and Kia Motors and German auto mobile giant Volkswagen won more top safety pick awards than any other brands in 2010, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety said.
Ford Figo voted 2011 Indian Car Of The Year
India's best-selling compact model vehicle, Ford Figo, was awarded the Indian Car of the Year (ICOTY) 2011 title on Thursday. Now in its sixth year, the ICOTY is awarded to a new vehicle after comprehensive testing by a jury of automobile journalists in India.
European Union car sales slump 7.1 pct in November
Registrations of new passenger cars in Europe decreased by 7.1% amounting to 1,069,268 units, the European Automobile Manufacturers Association said Wednesday.
Nissan Leaf figures on 2011 world's 10 best engines list
The electric propulsion system of Nissan's all-electric car Leaf has been named among the 10 best engines for 2011 by Ward's AutoWorld magazine.
Volkswagen to hire 50,000 workers worldwide
Europe's biggest carmaker Volkswagen AG plans to hire around 50,000 workers worldwide in the medium-term, including 5,000-6,000 in Germany by 2015.
Volkswagen US sales rise 24 pct in Nov
Volkswagen of America Inc. on Wednesday reported that its US auto sales rose 24 percent on strong sales of its Jetta family of cars and wagons.
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