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Feb
28th

First Look: Ford B-Max

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First Look: Ford B-Max
Ford B-Max - 2011 Geneva Motor Show - Automobile Magazine
European Fiesta-Based Microvan Dispenses With Middle Pillars

Showing that a minivan can never be too small, Ford has unveiled it's Fiesta-based B-Max people mover in Geneva just ahead of the 2011 Geneva Motor Show.


Photo Gallery: Ford B-Max - 2011 Geneva Motor Show - Automobile Magazine


Feb
28th

Auto sales may approach ‘clunkers’ highs as U.S. rebounds

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U.S. light vehicle sales in February may approach the fastest pace since the government's "cash for clunkers" incentive program as rising consumer confidence spurs purchases.
Feb
28th

GENEVA: BMW and PSA Peugeot Citroën spending EUR100m on hybrid JV

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BMW and PSA Peugeot Citroën plan to spend EUR100mon their hybrid technology joint venture named BMW Peugeot Citroën Electrification, both companies announced at a press conference in Geneva on Monday.
Feb
28th

CANADA: Magna 2010 sales and profits rise sharply

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Magna International full year sales rose 39% year on year in 2010 to US$24.1bn. Operating income was $1.2bn, net income was $973m and earnings per share were $4.18, increases of $1.7bn, $1.5bn and $6.39, respectively.
Feb
28th

Alfa 4C concept draws inspiration from the legendary Stradale:

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Alfa Romeo took design cues from the legendary 33 Stradale when creating its 4C concept car, company sources say.
Feb
28th

GENEVA PREVIEW: Ford B-Max will have twin sliding rear doors

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Ford on Monday said its new B-Max MPV, to be unveiled as a 'concept' at the Geneva show on Tuesday, has a unique new body design with integrated B-pillar construction and twin sliding doors, claimed to be production ready and promising "unique appeal in the segment".
Feb
28th

Ford truck suit revived by U.S. high court after Mazda seatbelt ruling

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The U.S. Supreme Court injected new life into a suit against Ford brought by the mother of a South Carolina teenager killed in a 2002 pickup truck accident.
Feb
28th

February 2010 Management Briefing: Biofuels in Europe (Part 3)

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In the third and final instalment of February's management briefing, we look at how the environmental credentials of first-generation biofuels are practically in tatters, and whether future-generation biofuels will be given a fairer hearing.
Feb
28th

Suncammer jams at Detroit Autorama:

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Let's say it's the hands. The difference between the North American International Auto Show in January at Detroit's Cobo Center, and Autorama in February at Cobo, is the hands.
Feb
28th

2011 Nissan Rogue SV, an AW Drivers Log:

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EXECUTIVE EDITOR--AUTOWEEK.COM BOB GRITZINGER: As much as Nissan's diminutive Juke brings me much joy, the Rogue does nothing for me when it comes to driving pleasure. This seems a lot like a bigger Juke, but with all the Juke taken out of it.
Feb
28th

JAPAN: Market could register double digit fall

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Sale of new vehicles in Japan are estimated to register a double-digit drop in 2011, according to an industry association.
Feb
28th

CHINA: Aisin Seiki to open regional HQ

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Aisin Seiki is planning to open a regional head office in Tianjin, China.
Feb
28th

UK: Kia signs IT deal with Vodafone

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Hyundai Motor affiliate Kia Motors has signed an agreement with Vodafone to explore business opportunities in telematics services in Europe.
Feb
28th

RUSSIA: Fiat wants to build 300,000 cars a year

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Fiat has submitted a plan to the Russian government to build as many as 300,000 cars a year in the country, after last week ending talks on a EUR2.3bn (US$3.3bn) deal with OAO Sollers.
Feb
28th

JAPAN: Honda looks to raise sales of minivehicles

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Honda is looking to significantly boost sales of its minivehicles by 2016.
Feb
28th

AUSTRALIA: Chery follows Great Wall into market

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Chery Automobile is eyeing first year sales of 5,000 cars in Australia in 2011.
Feb
28th

GENEVA PREVIEW: Automakers hope for new model boost in flat Europe market

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Carmakers gathering for the Geneva motor show this week are scrambling to boost their presence in booming emerging regions, as they showcase the new models they hope will boost their share of Europe's flat market.
Feb
28th

US: Ford suppliers add 5,500 jobs for new Focus

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Ford said that many of the 310 suppliers in 22 countries making parts for the redesigned Focus have added added a total of 5,500 jobs plus facilities and equipment to produce parts for the vehicle while others have at least been able to maintain employment levels.
Feb
28th

US: Toyota adding transmission capacity

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Toyota's US manufacturing unit said it would add six-speed automatic transmission capacity at its plant in Buffalo, West Virginia - the US$64m investment will create approximately 40 new jobs.
Feb
28th

BRAZIL: PSA’s ambitious plans for Mercosur

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PSA Peugeot Citroën celebrated the 10th anniversary of its first plant in Brazil and outlined some of its plans for the next few years during the launch of the medium-compact 408 sedan (a 308 spin-off) in Rio de Janeiro.
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