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Dec
9th

RUSSIA: AvtoVAZ sets up supply chain department

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It is perhaps a sign of an adoption of more modern auto industry ways now that AvtoVAZ is part of an international alliance with Renault. Full story...
Dec
9th

INDIA: Car prices fall on tax change

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A number of Indian carmakers, including Maruti, Hyundai, Mitsubishi and Toyota have cut prices by 3-3.5% this week on the back of an Indian government tax change. Full story...
Dec
9th

PHILIPPINES: Vehicle sales down 8% this year

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Vehicle sales in the Philippines have posted a month-on-month decline for the second consecutive month this year with a 7.7% decline in November. Full story...
Dec
9th

US: Negotiations continue over auto bail-out

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The Bush White House still needs assurances Detroit's automakers would survive after a $15bn federal bailout, it emerged last night. Full story...
Dec
9th

VW seeks state guarantees for finance units

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Volkswagen has sought state guarantees from Berlin for its financial services and banking units, Europe's biggest carmaker said on Tuesday, becoming the first manufacturer to take such a step in Germany. Full story...
Dec
9th

Volkswagen Scirocco R – First Pictures

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Show star previews R20T due for 2010 with spectacular bodykit and Audi S3-sourced turbo Full story...
Dec
9th

Porsche 911 GT3 RS

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Our spies have grabbed the latest images of the thrilling new GT3 RS testing. Full story...
Dec
9th

CHINA: Chrysler and Chery halt production deal

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Chrysler and Chery Automotive have ended cooperation talks, the two companies said separately, both blaming the global economic slowdown. Full story...
Dec
9th

US: Edmunds questions motives of federal loan opposers

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As the debate rages over a federal loans package (aka 'bail-out') for the Detroit Three, analysts at Edmunds have questioned the motives of some lawmakers who have been vocal in their opposition to federal assistance for Detroit. Full story...
Dec
9th

S KOREA: Kia denies it has set 2009 sights lower

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The second largest South Korean auto manufacturer has denied local reports it is reducing its unit sale targets in 2009. Full story...
Dec
9th

TMD files for insolvency for German plants

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German brake pads maker TMD Friction said on Monday it has filed for insolvency for four German plants, citing heavy strain on its liquidity and working capital. Full story...
Dec
9th

Ford to halt Russian plant for month due to crisis

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U.S. automaker Ford Motor said on Monday it would suspend production at its Russian plant for one month, as the global financial crisis slashes demand for cars. Full story...
Dec
9th

Report: Ford discusses Volvo sale to China Changan

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Ford Motor is in talks to sell its Volvo car business to its China partner Changan Automobile Group, the National Business Daily reported on Tuesday, citing an unnamed source at the Chinese company. Full story...
Dec
9th

White House says aid must ensure automakers’ survival

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The White House voiced concern about a Democratic plan on Monday to bail out the Detroit 3 with up to $15 billion in loans and provide longer-term help if certain conditions were met. President George W. Full story...
Dec
9th

Michelin X-Ice Winter Tires – Part Two (video)

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Winter is starting to settle in for good, leaving inches of snow on the ground and dropping the temperature by a few degrees. Summer or all-season tires no longer have the required effectiveness to ensure safe trips and commutes. Winter tires are strongly recommended -- in fact, they're now mandatory in Quebec from December 15 to March 15. Full story...
Dec
9th

F1: Four teams hit Las Vegas for two-day Goodyear test

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The defending race champion, a veteran with a new team and two of NASCAR's young guns are scheduled to take part in a two-day Goodyear tire test Wednesday and Thursday at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Full story...
Dec
9th

F1: Testing at Jerez, Day 1

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Formula 1 winter testing has resumed today at Jerez de la Frontera in southern Spain. The two Ferrari-powered Toro Rossos were the quickest cars with Buemi beating Bourdais in the battle of the 'Sebs'. Full story...
Dec
9th

NASCAR: Four teams hit Las Vegas for two-day Goodyear test

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The defending race champion, a veteran with a new team and two of NASCAR's young guns are scheduled to take part in a two-day Goodyear tire test Wednesday and Thursday at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Full story...
Dec
9th

NASCAR: Four teams hit Las Vegas for two-day Goodyear test

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The defending race champion, a veteran with a new team and two of NASCAR's young guns are scheduled to take part in a two-day Goodyear tire test Wednesday and Thursday at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Full story...
Dec
9th

F1: Testing at Jerez, Day 1

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Formula 1 winter testing has resumed today at Jerez de la Frontera in southern Spain. The two Ferrari-powered Toro Rossos were the quickest cars with Buemi beating Bourdais in the battle of the 'Sebs'. Full story...
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