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GM Returns to Advertising on Facebook
4/9/2013General Motors Co., which abandoned advertising on Facebook with much fanfare last May, has resumed placing paid promotions on the social media site.
Fisker May File for Chapter 11 This Week
4/9/2013Fisker Automotive Inc. might file for bankruptcy as soon as this week under pressure from the Dept. of Energy to recoup the $192 million it loaned the hybrid vehicle maker, according to Reuters, which cites unidentified sources.
Alternative Fuel Use Up 13% in U.S.
4/9/2013America's use of alternative fuels for transportation rose about 13% from 2010 to 2011, according to the latest report from the U.S.
EcoMotors, Zhongding Sign Chinese Engine-Making Deal
4/9/2013EcoMotors International Inc. aims to start producing opposed-piston diesel engines next year at $200 million factory erected in Anhui province by partner Zhongding Holding Group Ltd.
EcoMotors Signs $200 Million Production Deal in China
4/9/2013EcoMotors International Inc. aims to produce its opposed-piston diesel engines in China at an annual rate of 150,000 units beginning next year.
Chrysler Recalls Nearly 264,000 Vehicles
4/9/2013Chrysler Group LLC is launching six recalls to fix a variety of safety-related problems with Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep vehicles sold worldwide.
Auto Veteran Duke Hale Joins JLR North America
4/9/2013Jaguar Land Rover's North American unit has hired longtime auto executive Duke Hale as vice president of customer service.
Opel Employees in Spain Accept Wage Freeze
4/9/2013Hourly workers at Opel's assembly plant in Zaragoza, Spain, have ratified a new five-year contract with the General Motors Co. unit by a two-thirds margin.
GM Workers in Spain Agree to Wage Freeze
4/9/2013Hourly employees at Opel's assembly plant in Zaragoza, Spain, have ratified a new five-year labor pact with the General Motors Co. unit by a two-thirds margin.
GM Launches New Round of Skilled-Trades Buyouts
4/9/2013General Motors Co. is offering buyouts and early retirement offers to an unspecified number of skilled-trades workers at selected locations, the Detroit Free Press reports.