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Jul
22nd

Strikes end at two Chinese automotive suppliers

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Chinese factory workers at two suppliers for foreign automakers returned to work today after winning hefty pay rises, ending strikes that again highlighted the carmakers' vulnerability to their China suppliers. The strikes at Atsumitec Co. Full story...
Jul
22nd

Toyota crash data should be disclosed by U.S. safety regulators, lawmaker says

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Congressman wants to know whether NHTSA has data from event recorders showing that some incidents of reported unintended acceleration in Toyota models were the result of pedal misapplication. Full story...
Jul
22nd

Senate committee approves bill to support more fuel efficient vehicles

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The legislation also would expand the Energy Department's loan program to include more assistance for manufacturers and suppliers to retool factories to develop more fuel-efficient vehicles. Full story...
Jul
22nd

GP2: Romain Grosjean returns to GP2 grid at Hockenheim

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2009 Renault race driver Romain Grosjean is returning to the leading formula one support category GP2. Full story...
Jul
22nd

ALMS: Porsche debuts KERS-based hybrid in North America – ALMS returns to Mosport in 2011

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Porsche will be racing the GT3 R Hybrid at the Petit LeMans at Road Atlanta on October 2nd. Full story...
Jul
22nd

F1: Bernie Ecclestone likes being a ‘firefighter’

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The teams association FOTA is on "a collision course" with itself, Bernie Ecclestone said on Wednesday. Full story...
Jul
22nd

WRC: Mini program to be announced soon

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Austin Mini and Prodrive may officialize a WRC entry for next season, according to british magazine Autosport. Full story...
Jul
22nd

NASCAR: Carl Edwards penalized for wrecking Brad Keselowski, both put on probation

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NASCAR officials reacted to the last lap wreck at Gateway International Raceway, last Saturday night, by penalizing Carl Edwards 60 driver's points and placing him on probation, in all series until December 31rst. Full story...
Jul
22nd

F1: Car improvements for Mercedes and Ferrari

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Mercedes and Ferrari will have improvements to their respective 2010 cars at Hockenheim this weekend. Full story...
Jul
22nd

IRL: Montreal-based Octane Racing is about to take over the Edmonton Indy

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Montreal-based group Octane Racing' proposal to operate the Edmonton Indy beginning in 2011 has been well-received and the City of Edmonton will negotiate a contract with the group that will retain the IZOD IndyCar Series race weekend for at least three years. Full story...
Jul
22nd

F1: Charlie Whiting completes first inspection of Korea International Circuit

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Formula 1 race director Charlie Whiting visited and inspected on July 15 the Korea International Circuit, the road circuit that should stage the maiden Grand Prix of South Korea in just three months. Full story...
Jul
22nd

OnStar Hits The iPhone With New App

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Detroit - Owners of most new 2011 Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick and GMC vehicles will soon be able to control key vehicle functions from their smart phones, thanks to the power of OnStar. Full story...
Jul
22nd

F1: A visit of Flavio Briatore at Ferrari’s headquarters triggers rumours

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Former Renault Formula 1 team director Flavio Briatore made a visit to Ferrari's headquarters in Maranell, Italy last week. Full story...
Jul
22nd

IRL: Dallara unveils new plant in Indianapolis

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After being chosen to manufacture the IndyCar Safety Cell from 2012, Dallara Automobili has unveiled its vision of what will be their future facility in the United States. Full story...
Jul
22nd

Is a hybrid vehicle more cost-efficient than a conventional vehicle over 5 years?

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Twelve years after Honda introduced the first gas-electric hybrid vehicle into the North American mass market, consumers continue to pay a premium to purchase a hybrid, even with technological advancements. Full story...
Jul
22nd

Attention mommies and daddies!

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The consumer protection magazine Protégez-Vous has just published its latest issue, which deals in large part with car seats and strollers. Full story...
Jul
22nd

ICONIC Motors ressurects the AC Cobra!

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ICONIC Motors is pleased to announce the ICONIC AC Roadster. More than a superior work of art, the AC Roadster combines the look and style of a classic roadster paired with leading-edge engineering, technology and materials. Full story...
Jul
22nd

Unique touch screens allow downtowners to check dealer inventories

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To let customers know product information and what cars are in stock any time of the day or night, Waters Mazda in London is pioneering a new customer service using touch screens. Full story...
Jul
21st

Senate committee approves bill to support more fuel efficient vehicles

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The legislation also would expand the Energy Department's loan program to include more assistance for manufacturers and suppliers to retool factories to develop more fuel-efficient vehicles. Full story...
Jul
21st

Toyota crash data should be disclosed by U.S. safety regulators, lawmaker says

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Congressman wants to know whether NHTSA has data from event recorders showing that some incidents of reported unintended acceleration in Toyota models were the result of pedal misapplication. Full story...
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