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Mini Expands in U.K., Signals Plan to Use NedCar Plant
7/9/2012BMW AG said earlier today its Mini small-car unit will invest an additional $388 million over three years in stamping, assembly and engine operations in the U.K.
Mini Expands in U.K., Signals Plan to Use NedCar Plant
7/9/2012BMW AG says its Mini brand will invest 250 million (€315 million) in the U.K. through the end of 2015.
Fiat Prices 500 Minivan at $19,100
7/8/2012Fiat SpA's 500L, a stretched four-door version of its 500 city car, has gone on sale in Europe at a starting price of $19,100.
Ford Details Stop-Start System for U.S.
7/8/2012Ford Motor Co. says it has taken several steps to make its engine stop-start system for automatic transmissions attractive to U.S. customers.
Mazda to Debut Demio EV in Japan
7/8/2012Mazda Motor Corp. says it will introduce an electric version of its Demio (Mazda2 in other markets) subcompact sedan in October.
Auto Sales Surge 44% in Japan
7/8/2012Carmakers sold 505,300 cars, minivehicles, trucks and buses in Japan last month compared with 351,800 in June 2011, according to industry trade groups.
Japan’s Auto Sales Surge 44%
7/8/2012Carmakers sold 505,300 cars, minivehicles, trucks and buses in Japan last month compared with 351,800 in June 2011, according to industry trade groups.
U.S. Files Trade Complaint Against China’s Auto Tariffs
7/8/2012The Obama administration has filed a complaint with the World Trade Organization that accuses China of imposing unfair duties on autos imported from the U.S.
Visteon Offers to Buy Remaining Stake in Halla
7/8/2012Visteon Corp. has launched a 913 billion-won ($805 million) tender offer for the 30% South Korea's Halla Climate Control Corp. it doesn't already own.
UPDATE: Visteon Seeks Remaining Stake in Halla
7/8/2012Visteon Corp. has launched a 913 billion-won ($805 million) tender offer for the 30% South Korea's Halla Climate Control Corp. it doesn't already own.