NEWS

Another Chemical Blast Reported in China

9/1/2015

China reports a second big chemical explosion and fire, this one in Dongying.

Marchionne: FCA Faces Daunting Challenges to Avoid “Mediocrity”

9/1/2015

CEO Sergio Marchionne tells Automotive News Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV will be able to survive "in mediocrity" without a partner, although he continues to tout the benefits of merging with General Motors Co.

Chrysler Minivan Gets Upgraded Powertrain, New Amenities

9/1/2015

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV's 2017 Chrysler Town & Country minivan will be more stylish, more fuel efficient and feature several new amenities, Automotive News reports.

Denso Targets Algae-Based Biofuel

9/1/2015

Denso Corp. is building a new facility in Amakusa, Japan, to cultivate and test algae as a potential biofuel.

Daimler Swaps Fewer Hours for Layoffs at Brazil Truck Plant

9/1/2015

Daimler AG has ended a strike at its commercial truck plant in Sao Bernardo, Brazil, by scrapping plans to shed 1,500 jobs there, Bloomberg News reports.

Suzuki Vows to Maintain Independence

9/1/2015

Suzuki Motor Corp. says its soured partnership with Volkswagen AG has convinced it to shun any future ventures that threaten its independence.

FCA Reveals Buy-Back, Discount Plans on Recalled Vehicles

8/31/2015

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV has detailed several incentives and buyback programs it agreed to launch under its $105 million federal settlement over delayed recalls.

FCA Recalls Jeep Cherokee SUVs to Fix Wipers

8/31/2015

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV is launching a global recall to repair 2014 model Jeep Cherokee SUVs equipped with windshield wiper power modules that can be disabled by static electricity.

Report: Renault-Nissan Halts India Investment in Dispute

8/31/2015

The Renault-Nissan Alliance has suspended plans to spend 50 billion rupees ($754 million) on its factory in Chennai, India, according to the Hindustan Times.

Grupo Antolin Finalizes Purchases of Magna’s Interiors Unit

8/31/2015

Spain's Grupo Antolin has completed its acquisition of Magna International Inc. vehicle interiors business for about €467 million.