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Car industry needs a booster dose (Deccan Herald)
The economic recession has suddenly slowed down India's booming car industry. To revive it and to make India a global hub for small car production, the government needs to provide some sops to the industry.
(Apr 5, 2009)
The mental toll (The Post and Courier)
WASHINGTON — As it provides assistance to the financial sector and leads a restructuring of the American automobile industry, the federal government now is offering advice on how to cope with the pressures of the economic downturn.
(Apr 6, 2009)
Diversions ahead for North America's auto world (National Post)
North America is entering a period of severe chaos in the automobile industry supply chain that will shut down car factories repeatedly for hours or days at a time, wipe out hundreds of parts companies and cause psychological torment for thousands of workers.
(Apr 6, 2009)
U.S. leader Hoyer embraces auto incentives (Washington Post)
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Legislation aimed at invigorating automobile sales in the midst of a deep economic recession is likely to be debated by the U.S. House of Representatives in coming weeks, House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer said on Thursday.
(Apr 6, 2009)
Ford considers 305-hp Focus for U.S. market:
Ford may add a 300-plus-hp Focus to its U.S. lineup.
(Apr 6, 2009)
China automobile parts and accessories manufacturing industry company database (Top 10) (just-auto)
This report contains top 20 (by sales) companies in the industry. The whole list is available upon request. Wanxiang Group Corporation Beijing Hyundai Mobis Automotive Parts Co., Ltd.
(Apr 6, 2009)
WNS Assistance Partners With Automobile Association to Provide Accident Management Support (Marketwire via Yahoo! Finance)
WNS Limited, a leading provider of global business process outsourcing services, today announced that WNS Assistance, a WNS group company specializing in insurance claims management, has entered into a contract with UK-based Automobile Association Accident Management.
(Apr 6, 2009)
Porsche Panamera designer focused on rear-seat passengers :
There's no mistaking it for anything but a Porsche, but with four doors and four full seats, the Panamera is like no previous Porsche.
(Apr 6, 2009)
WNS Assistance Partners With Automobile Association to Provide Accident Management Support (Marketwire)
LONDON--(Marketwire - April 6, 2009) - WNS (Holdings) Limited ( NYSE : WNS ), a leading provider of global business process outsourcing (BPO) services, today announced that WNS Assistance ("WNSA"), a WNS group company specializing in insurance claims management, has entered into a contract with UK-based Automobile Association ("AA") Accident Management. Under the terms of the relationship, the ...
(Apr 6, 2009)
Classic Car Club founder, Packard enthusiast dies at 82:
The Packard world has lost one of its most avid enthusiasts. Robert Turnquist, a longtime fan of the luxury marque and one of Americas early car collectors, died April 4 at the age of 82.
(Apr 6, 2009)
MPi Automotive Retail Industry Advisory Council Gathers Team of Powerful Industry Leaders (PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance)
Mobile Productivity, Inc., a leading provider of profitability tools for auto dealer service departments, announced today that since its inauguration in March 2007, the MPi Industry Advisory Council has grown into a powerful group of industry leaders.
(Apr 6, 2009)
WNS Assistance Partners With Automobile Association to Provide Accident Management Support (Marketwire)
LONDON--(Marketwire - April 6, 2009) - WNS (Holdings) Limited ( NYSE : WNS ), a leading provider of global business process outsourcing (BPO) services, today announced that WNS Assistance ("WNSA"), a WNS group company specializing in insurance claims management, has entered into a contract with UK-based Automobile Association ("AA") Accident Management. Under the terms of the relationship, the ...
(Apr 6, 2009)
Imported car sales dive 26% (The Japan Times)
Sales of imported motor vehicles, including those made at Japanese carmakers' overseas plants, dived 26.8 percent in March from the year before to 23,218 units, an industry body said Monday. The number represents the 11th consecutive monthly fall, the Japan Automobile Importers Association said. Read the full story
(Apr 6, 2009)
Diversions ahead for North America's auto world (National Post)
North America is entering a period of severe chaos in the automobile industry supply chain that will shut down car factories repeatedly for hours or days at a time, wipe out hundreds of parts companies and cause psychological torment for thousands of workers.
(Apr 7, 2009)
General Motors reveals two-wheel PUMA electric-vehicle prototype:
Its based on the same driving principles as a skateboard. It looks like a phone booth, or perhaps a baby stroller.
(Apr 7, 2009)
General Motors reveals two-wheel PUMA electric-vehicle prototype:
Its based on the same driving principles as a skateboard. It looks like a phone booth, or perhaps a baby stroller.
(Apr 7, 2009)
Nano launch will boost Indian auto industry: India Inc (The Economic Times)
Nano launch will boost Indian auto industry: India IncNano launch will boost Indian auto industry: India Inc
(Apr 7, 2009)
BMW X1 spied at Nürburgring:
BMW is hard at work on its new small SUV, the X1, and spy shooters have caught it during testing at Germanys famed Nürburgring.
(Apr 7, 2009)
Roadster, NISMO models fill out Nissan 370Z lineup at New York auto show:
The overhaul of the Nissan 370Z lineup is complete with the debut of the roadster and NISMO models at the New York auto show.
(Apr 7, 2009)
Auto industry growth stays flat as CV sales take a hit (Express India)
If it were two-wheelers in 2007-08, it has been commercial vehicles that have played a spoil sport for the Indian automobile industry in 2008-09.
(Apr 7, 2009)
Land Rover rolls out retooled lineup at New York auto show:
Land Rover went through a golden period a few years back and knocked out three vital new models in double-time in a significant range expansion.
(Apr 7, 2009)
Local auto sales increase (NBC 13 Birmingham)
There is some welcome and encouraging news for Birmingham-area automobile dealers as the newest sales numbers released by a local industry organization report an upturn in car sales over the past month.
(Apr 8, 2009)
Redesigned 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee arrives for New York auto show:
Jeep is pulling out all the stops for the redesigned 2011 Grand Cherokee. Jeep is promising improvements to on-road comfort, interior accommodations and off-road prowess.
(Apr 8, 2009)
India's March car sales rise 1 pct y/y - industry (Reuters via Yahoo! Malaysia News)
NEW DELHI, April 8 (Reuters) - Car sales in India rose 1 percent in March from a year earlier, an industry body said on Wednesday, helped by cheaper credit, government stimulus packages and rural demand.
(Apr 8, 2009)
Honda shows Dog Friendly Element concept at New York auto show:
When Honda revealed the WOW (Wonderful Open-hearted Wagon) concept car at the 2005 Tokyo motor show, the response from dog owners was overwhelming.
(Apr 8, 2009)
India's 09/10 car sales seen up 3-5 pct-industry (Reuters via Yahoo! Malaysia News)
* 2009-10 passenger vehicle sales seen up 3-5 pct
(Apr 8, 2009)
Updated 2010 Mazda CX-9 uncovered at New York auto show:
An updated 2010 Mazda CX-9 debuts at the New York auto show with exterior and interior styling revisions and an updated features list.
(Apr 8, 2009)
Mazda stages U.S. debut of 2010 CX-7 at New York auto show:
Following a quiet world debut at February's Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto, Mazda holds the U.S. introduction of the 2010 CX-7 at the New York auto show.
(Apr 8, 2009)
GM bringing direct injection technology to mainstream models:
Direct injection, a highly precise fuel saving technology, will be standard on the new GMC Terrain small SUV, General Motors plans to announce today at the New York Auto Show.
(Apr 8, 2009)
New York auto show: Acura debuts ZDX four-door sports coupe:
Acura is the latest carmaker attempting to redefine the coupe with the debut of the ZDX prototype at the New York auto show.
(Apr 8, 2009)
Diversions ahead for North America's auto world (National Post)
North America is entering a period of severe chaos in the automobile industry supply chain that will shut down car factories repeatedly for hours or days at a time, wipe out hundreds of parts companies and cause psychological torment for thousands of workers.
(Apr 8, 2009)
India car sales edge higher in March (AFP via Yahoo! News)
Indian passenger car sales growth edged higher in March from a year earlier but commercial vehicle sales plummeted, reflecting a worsening economy, industry figures showed Wednesday.
(Apr 8, 2009)
New York auto show: Scion shows micro-subcompact iQ concept:
Following the spy photos that our shooters captured last week, Scion has officially introduced the iQ concept at the New York auto show.
(Apr 8, 2009)
Mercedes rolls out Two Mode Hybrid M-class at New York auto show:
Having thrown its hat into the hybrid ring with the advanced S400 Hybrid, Mercedes-Benz on Wednesday went public on its second production gasoline-electric model, the ML450 Hybrid.
(Apr 8, 2009)
New York auto show: Eye-popping Ferrari 599s hit North America:
The new pictures of the latest version of the Ferrari 599 make it crystal clear why Ferrari added a couple of Xs to the name: Its one of the most heart-pumping models in recent memory from the Prancing Horse--or any other carmaker.
(Apr 8, 2009)
BMW's iconic Art Cars visit New York's Grand Central Station:
New Yorkers were treated to a free exhibition of four of BMW's most famous Art Cars, which were part of a display in Grand Central Station last week.
(Apr 8, 2009)
Passenger car, two-wheeler sales rise; CVs decline 22% (Express India)
The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers has projected single-digit growth for different segments of the automobile industry in 2009-10, if consumer sentiments continue to improve.
(Apr 8, 2009)
Auto industry inches ahead on stimulus push (The Economic Times)
Auto industry inches ahead on stimulus pushAuto industry inches ahead on stimulus push
(Apr 8, 2009)
No easy road for U.S. auto industry (Los Angeles Times)
Greener and fuel-efficient cars alone won't save Detroit, experts say. Higher oil prices and more popular designs are needed too. President Obama's threat to cut off government loans and bring on bankruptcy has given him unprecedented leverage to realize his vision of Detroit as the world leader in greener cars.
(Apr 9, 2009)
Mercedes hints at small diesel for E-class at New York auto show:
In the biggest hint yet that it intends to introduce four-cylinder diesel power to its North American lineup, Mercedes-Benz unveiled a new E250 Bluetec concept at the New York auto show.
(Apr 9, 2009)
New York auto show: 2010 Subaru Outback grows bigger, bolder:
Subaru is truly playing to its go-everywhere, do-everything, lets-bring-the-kayak base with the redone 2010 Outback revealed at the New York auto show.
(Apr 9, 2009)
New York auto show: Mitsubishi adds a lot of Evo for Outlander GT concept:
Mitsubishi has given a clear hint to what its next-generation Outlander crossover will look like with the GT Prototype that debuted at the New York auto show.
(Apr 9, 2009)
Aid Program for Suppliers Starts With $3.5 Billion in Loans to G.M. and Chrysler (New York Times)
The Treasury Department said on Wednesday that it had made as much as $5 billion available to help automotive parts makers survive the industry’s worst sales slump in decades.
(Apr 9, 2009)
China auto sales hit record 1.11 million in March (AP via Yahoo! News)
China's auto sales hit a monthly record of 1.11 million vehicles in March, exceeding U.S. sales for the third month in a row, as tax cuts and rebates for small car purchases lured buyers back into showrooms, according to industry figures.
(Apr 9, 2009)
New York auto show: Kia introduces sporty Forte Koup:
Kia is continuing its major styling overhaul with the introduction of the 2010 Forte Koup at the New York auto show.
(Apr 9, 2009)
Hyundai introduces Nuvis hybrid concept at New York show:
Hyundai rolled out the Nuvis, the 11th concept car from its California Design Center in Irvine, at the New York auto show.
(Apr 9, 2009)
Chrysler's V6 simplicity debuts in Grand Cherokee:
The 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be the first Chrysler LLC vehicle to feature the company's new Pentastar V6 engine. The new engine greatly simplifies Chrysler's powertrain offerings and helps the company save money by improving economies of scale.
(Apr 9, 2009)
NEWS BRAKE: Thursday, April 9:
In today's News Brake: Hyundai rolls out the Nuvis hybrid concept in New York; GM has three bidders for Hummer; and Mercedes gives us a new look at the SLS ... But Wait, There's More!
(Apr 9, 2009)
As states investigate extended auto warranty industry, consumers launch class-action suit against Wentzville firm (St. Louis Post-Dispatch)
A Wentzville company accused of duping consumers into buying auto-service contracts is facing mounting pressure to change its marketing practices, which consumer advocates have dismissed as deceptive and, possibly, illegal.
(Apr 9, 2009)
New York auto show: Mercedes sketches out SLS details :
The next Mercedes-Benz supercar, the SLS AMG, is slowly being revealed, and the interior and some sleek sketches were shown this week in New York.
(Apr 9, 2009)
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