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Sep
8th

Ferrari boss says his future is fast cars — and fast trains

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Ferrari Chairman Luca Cordero di Montezemolo has pledged his future to the supercar brand, refuting speculation that he might quit to join Italy's government. Full story...
Sep
8th

South Africa union rejects auto industry offer

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South Africa's metalworkers union on Wednesday rejected a 10 percent wage increase offer from the auto industry and called on its members to continue striking until a settlement was reached. Full story...
Sep
8th

Demant’s jump to archrival VW feels like treason at Opel

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When former Opel CEO Hans Demant jumped to archrival Volkswagen last month, it hit some at General Motors' German subsidiary like a punch in the gut. "It surprised everyone," said a source at Opel's Ruesselsheim headquarters. Full story...
Sep
8th

Audi’s A7 to challenge BMW, Daimler for luxury lead

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Audi will target families looking for a sportier car with the new A7 Sportback as the automaker aims to leapfrog BMW and Daimler in luxury car sales. Full story...
Sep
8th

Ford styling boss Smith evolves ‘kinetic’ design

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Privately, some of Ford's competitors will admit that it has the best looking #8211; and most visually coherent #8211; product lineup in Europe. Full story...
Sep
8th

Faurecia strengthens VW Group ties with Audi A1 seat deal

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French supplier Faurecia SA produces the complete seats and frames for the front and rear of the new Audi A1. The A1 comes in two trim levels: Attraction and the more sporty Ambition. Full story...
Sep
8th

Germany gains from export grip on emerging markets

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Germany's engineering excellence and grip on emerging markets have helped generate record growth and will protect it from any slowdown in the U.S. economy or among its euro zone peers. Full story...
Sep
8th

Use of lighter, stronger steels in autos grows fast

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The use of lighter, stronger steel in cars to reduce weight, boost fuel efficiency and cut carbon emissions is growing faster than the use of aluminum, ArcelorMittal, the world's largest steelmaker, said earlier this week. Full story...
Sep
8th

GM’s OnStar said to consider free services, targeting Ford

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General Motors Co.'s OnStar in-car communications unit may offer some free services next year to rival Ford Motor Co.'s Sync music and information system, two people familiar with the plans said. Full story...
Sep
8th

GM’s OnStar said to consider free services, targeting Ford

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General Motors Co.'s OnStar in-car communications unit may offer some free services next year to rival Ford Motor Co.'s Sync music and information system, two people familiar with the plans said. Full story...
Sep
8th

F1: Helmut Marko hints preferred status unlikely for Mark Webber

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The likelihood of imminent 'number 1' status for Mark Webber has taken a backwards step. Full story...
Sep
8th

The all-new Chevrolet Aveo at The Paris Motor Show

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There is no shortage of world firsts for Chevrolet at the forthcoming Paris Motor Show, and joining the Orlando MPV and Cruze hatchback show car will be the all-new Chevrolet Aveo 5-door. Full story...
Sep
8th

NASCAR: Mattias Ekström to race No. 83 Red Bull in Richmond

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Team Red Bull has confirmed that DTM star, Mattias Ekström, will race the No. 83 Toyota at Richmond this weekend taking over the seat formerly occupied by Reed Sorenson. Full story...
Sep
8th

IRL: Advantage to Will Power or Dario Franchitti?

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Point standings' leader Will Power will have to up his game if he wants to maintain his lead atop the IZOD IndyCar Series championship in view of his main rival Dario Franchitti's oval experience. Full story...
Sep
8th

F1: Ferrari escapes further penalty following German Grand Prix affair

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As the 'team orders hearing' broke in Paris on Wednesday evening, it emerged that Ferrari has escaped further penalty. Full story...
Sep
8th

NASCAR: Mark Martin is ready to say “We’ll get them next year”

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At 51-years of age most star athletes are comfortably resting on their laurels. Mark Martin isn't one of them. Full story...
Sep
8th

F1: FIA unveils 2011 Formula 1 schedule

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The World Motor Sport Council of the FIA has released Wednesday in Paris the provisional race calendar for the 2011 Formula 1 season. Full story...
Sep
8th

Could Seat make a return in the WTCC?

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Spanish car manufacturer Seat could officially be back in the World Touring Car Championship next season. BMW has yet confirmed their involvement in the series. Full story...
Sep
8th

WRC: Bonus points for TV super stages

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The FIA has announced on Wednesday that additional bonus points will be awarded to the three fastest drivers of a televised, special stage held at each event, starting next season. Full story...
Sep
8th

Scion Canada announces affordably-priced vehicles

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Toronto - SCION Canada today announced manufacturer's suggested retail pricing (MSRP) for its line up of performance-oriented, style-conscious automobiles - and with prices starting below comparable competitive models, the autos designed to move you are also priced to move. Full story...
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