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BMW Quits Refrigerant Review Group
2/7/2013BMW AG has resigned from an automotive industry research program that is studying the safety of a controversial new air-conditioning refrigerant, Reuters reports.
Suzuki to Debut Small Crossover Next Month
2/7/2013Suzuki Motor Corp. confirms it will introduce its new C-segment crossover during the Geneva auto show in early March.
BMW Quits Industry Group Over Refrigerant Testing
2/7/2013BMW AG has resigned from an automotive industry research program that is studying the safety of a controversial new air-conditioning refrigerant, Reuters reports.
Russia’s Sluggish Sales Threaten Renault Strategy
2/6/2013Renault SA has been counting on Russia's fast-growing auto sales to help offset slumping demand in the rest of Europe.
U.S. Gasoline Prices Jump
2/6/2013Americans are paying an average of $3.55 per gallon for gasoline nationwide, up 25 cents from a month ago, according to the AAA Daily Fuel Gauge Report.
VW Expands American Lending Unit
2/6/2013Volkswagen AG has opened a $10 million addition to the offices of its Libertyville, Ill.-based auto loan unit.
Car Sales Jump 12% in U.K.
2/6/2013Registrations of new passenger vehicles in the U.K. climbed to 143,600 units in January from 128,900 units a year earlier, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders reports.
Ford Doubles Sales in China
2/6/2013Ford Motor Co. and its joint venture partners sold 61,500 vehicles in China last month compared with 31,100 units in January 2011.
Chrysler to Form Finance Arm with Santander
2/6/2013A U.S. unit of Spain's Banco Santander SA will form Chrysler Capital to provide loans to Chrysler Group LLC dealers and customers in America.
VW Chairman Eyes 13th Brand
2/6/2013Chairman Ferdinand Piech tells ADAC Motorwelt that in 10 years his children will be driving one of Volkswagen AG's "at least 13 brands." Last year VW completed the acquisition of Porsche as its 12th marque.