Another Chemical Blast Reported in China
9/1/2015China reports a second big chemical explosion and fire, this one in Dongying.
Marchionne: FCA Faces Daunting Challenges to Avoid “Mediocrity”
9/1/2015CEO 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
9/1/2015Fiat 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
9/1/2015Denso 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
9/1/2015Daimler 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
9/1/2015Suzuki 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
8/31/2015Fiat 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
8/31/2015Fiat 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
8/31/2015The 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
8/31/2015Spain's Grupo Antolin has completed its acquisition of Magna International Inc. vehicle interiors business for about €467 million.