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By no means a major Chinese motor show, nonetheless the annual event in Chengdu is usually the venue for quite a few world premieres. This year's CDMS is no exception with the latest models added to just-auto's list being an updated MG ZS, the Venucia D60 EV and another SUV for Chery's Exeed brand.

Magna has officially opened of a new electronics manufacturing factory in Grand Blanc Township, Michigan.

Hyundai Motor and Kia Motors labour unions have postponed planned collective action and resumed wage negotiations with management, local media reports said.

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McLaren says the GT by MSO special edition will showcase the GT’s customisation options, drawing inspiration from British architecture

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The Dacia Duster gains a new, more efficient entry-level TCe 100 engine, set to replace larger outgoing 1.6-litre petrol

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Research into out-of-warranty claims reveals motorists can save thousands by fitting reconditioned components instead of new ones

Although lighter car seats remains a focus of research, other developments in seating have been taking place much faster than may be apparent on the surface. Automakers are demanding greater differentiation in their seat designs while motorists look for greater functionality and luxury. Are we nearly there yet? Matthew Beecham caught up with Dino Nardicchio, global VP of advanced technology engineering for Magna Seating, to learn how seats are becoming safer but more supportive, versatile and pleasant to sit in with a multitude of hidden creature comforts. Do we also discuss parenting and toddlers kicking dad drivers in the back? Well yes. Obviously.

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DVSA data reveals 961 complaints have been made about unqualified driving instructors since 2014, but just 18 convictions have been secured

FCA has raised the first piece of steel for the nearly 800,000 square foot paint shop being built on the site of the former Mack Avenue Engine Complex in Detroit.

Ford plans to extend the warranty on clutch and related hardware for 560,000 Focus and Fiesta models sold in the US and Canada.

PPG said it had completed its acquisition of Dexmet Corporation, a manufacturer of specialty materials for surfaces in aerospace, automotive and industrial applications.

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An updated version of the Porsche Panamera has been snapped during its road assessment, sporting a mild design update

Leoni's wire and cable division (WCS) is enlarging its factory in Cuauhtemoc, Mexico, by 7,000sq m with the option for a further 3,000sq m to increase capacity to produce EV charging cables and Hivocar high voltage cables for vehicles.

The Australian auto industry reported 83,184 sales for July 2019, a 2.8% decrease year on year.

The Philippine new vehicle market continued to strengthen in July 2019 with sales rising by 13.5% to 31,810 units from 28,038 units in the same month of last year, according to member wholesale data released jointly by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc (CAMPI) and the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA).

Kia Motors reportedly has begun production of its new Seltos compact SUV in India, initially for local sale, a month after the model reached showrooms in South Korea.

China XD Plastics, supplier of polymer composite materials primarily for automotive applications, said second quarter 2019 revenue was US$463.1m, an increase of 46% year on year.