Chrysler Group is slashing prices on a pair of mid-sized sedans and the Dodge Journey crossover for the 2012 model year. The 2012 Chrysler 200 and the 2012 Dodge Avenger will start at $19,745, including delivery. The 2011 models start at $19,995.
Tata Motors Group global wholesales, including Jaguar Land Rover, were 6% lower year on year in July at 85,392 units. Cumulative sales for the fiscal year to next 31 March were up 4% at 350,565.
Also in today's show: Smart gets a new electric vibe, Porsche sales slump and Aptera is returning deposits.
Saab's current bank account could be frozen tomorrow (17 August) or this week as Sweden's debt enforcement agency seeks to recover outstanding money.
Saab has pulled out of September's Frankfurt auto show as the Swedish brand struggles to raise cash to pay suppliers.
Three debuts are scheduled for Vauxhall at Frankfurt, including a surprise driver-focused concept
The third generation Smart Fortwo electric drive model will be available from spring 2012 and will be sold in about 30 markets worldwide.
U.S. customer satisfaction with vehicles industrywide has increased slightly, fueled by gains among Asian and European automakers, according to an annual report released by the American Customer Satisfaction Index on Tuesday.
Ford has launched the third generation Focus in South Africa.
Saab has pulled out of the Frankfurt auto show next month as the Swedish brand struggles to raise cash to pay suppliers.
Saab has pulled out of the Frankfurt auto show next month as the Swedish brand struggles to raise cash to pay suppliers.
Gucci editions of the 2012 Fiat 500 and 500 convertible will go on sale in December, Fiat said Tuesday.
SORL Auto Parts said second quarter sales rose 10.8% year on year to a quarterly record of US$61.1m, aftermarket sales rose 84.1%, gross profit increased to $16.6m from $16.4m a year ago and gross margin was 27.1%, compared with 29.7%.
Gucci editions of the 2012 Fiat 500 and 500 convertible will go on sale in December, Fiat said today. The cars will feature glossy pearl paint, green and red stripes on the body or roof, and satin-chrome mirrors and door handles.
Saab faces a debt-collection process by Sweden's Debt Enforcement Agency, unless the cash-starved carmaker pays two suppliers about $620,000. The move could involve freezing the carmaker's assets.
Saab faces a debt-collection process by Sweden's Debt Enforcement Agency, unless the cash-starved carmaker pays two suppliers about $620,000. The move could involve freezing the carmaker's assets.
Toyota is recalling 33,809 locally-made Corolla sedans in China to fix potential defects that may cause the engine to stop working.
New-car sales at Volkswagen's core VW brand showed growth in all global regions in the first seven months, with China, Russia and the Americas leading the way.
The German government plans to make EUR200m (US$281.7m) in subsidies available for "showcase" projects to promote electric vehicles, Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung said, citing industry circles.
Saab's main engineering union says the decision by its members to stay working at the beleaguered automaker despite more favourable employment opportunities elsewhere, shows the company has a viable future.
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