NEWS

NHTSA Fines Volvo for Delaying Recalls

7/8/2012

Volvo Car Corp. has agreed to pay a $1.5 million fine to the U.S.

Mazda to Debut Demio EV in Japan

7/8/2012

Mazda Motor Corp. says it will introduce an electric version of its Demio (Mazda2 in other markets) subcompact sedan in October.

Fiat Prices 500 Minivan at €15,600

7/8/2012

Fiat SpA's 500L, a stretched four-door version of its 500 city car, has gone on sale in Europe at a starting price of €15,600.

Chevy Volt Line Director Retires

7/8/2012

Tony Posawatz, vehicle line director for the Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid, left General Motors Co. last Sunday.

VW Agrees to Buy Remaining Stake in Porsche

7/5/2012

Volkswagen AG says it will pay $5.5 billion to acquire the 50.1% of holding company Porsche SE's sports car business it does not already own.

VW to Buy Remaining Stake in Porsche for €4.5 Billion

7/5/2012

Volkswagen AG says it will pay €4.5 billion to acquire the 50.1% of holding company Porsche SE's sports car business it does not already own.

Ford Expands Design Center

7/5/2012

Ford Motor Co. has completed a €12 million remodeling and expansion of its 44-year-old design center in Merkenich-Cologne, Germany.

Ford Overhauls Design Center in Germany

7/5/2012

Ford Motor Co. has completed a $15 million remodeling and expansion of its 44-year-old design center in Merkenich-Cologne, Germany.

June Auto Sales Jump 22% in America

7/3/2012

Carmakers sold 1.3 million light vehicles in the U.S. last month compared with 1.1 million units in June 2011, according to Autodata Corp.

Japan’s Carmakers Lead 22% Jump in U.S. Auto Sales

7/3/2012

Automakers sold 1.3 million light vehicles in the U.S. last month compared with 1.1 million units in June 2011, according to Autodata Corp.