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BMW Launches Into Brave New World of Manufacturing
9/24/2013BMW AG moves into new manufacturing territory this week as it ramps up to build its lightweight plastic and carbon fiber i3 and i8 electric cars on a large scale, The Wall Street Journal notes.
Nissan Jumps on iTunes Radio Bandwagon
9/24/2013Nissan Motor Corp. is the exclusive automotive partner for the launch of iTunes Radio, Apple Inc.'s version of online music streaming similar to Pandora.
Chrysler Files for IPO
9/23/2013As expected, Chrysler Group LLC has filed a registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for an initial public offering.
Moody’s Returns GM to Investment Grade
9/23/2013Moody's Investors Service has raised its primary rating for General Motor Co. to Baa3, with a stable outlook.
Conti Will Add Mapping Partner for Advanced Nav System
9/23/2013Continental AG confirms to Automotive News that it will add an electronic mapping company to its expanding network of partners to develop next-generation navigation technology for autonomous vehicles.
GM Boosts Ecotec Engine Production
9/23/2013General Motors Co. is adding a second shift to boost output of 2.5-liter 4-cylinder Ecotec engines by an unspecified volume at its plant in Spring Hill, Tenn.
Ford Cuts Program to Help Customers Use Sync, MyFord Touch Systems
9/23/2013Ford Motor Co. is eliminating a technology allowance it has been paying its U.S. dealers to help them show customers how to use their vehicles' Sync and MyFord Touch telematics systems, Automotive News reports.
Chrysler to Revamp Tigershark Engine by 2016
9/23/2013Chrysler Group LLC will replace its current Tigershark 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine in 2016 with a revamped and more efficient variant called Hurricane, according to Automotive News.
U.S. Lawsuit Claims Santander Stole Trade Secrets
9/23/2013Ally Financial Inc. has accused Dallas, Tex.-based Santander Consumer USA of stealing trade secrets from it to help launch Chrysler Group LLC's consumer and dealer lending arm in the U.S. in May, Bloomberg News reports.
Chrysler Financial Accused of Using Stolen Trade Secrets
9/23/2013Ally Financial Inc. has accused Dallas, Tex.-based Santander Consumer USA of stealing trade secrets from it to help launch Chrysler Group LLC's consumer and dealer lending arm in the U.S. in May, Bloomberg News reports.