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A report from a body set up by the UK government to investigate climate change issues and policy has said that new EU CO2 emission tests for cars will fail to solve the problem of official figures showing large discrepancies with real-world results. Car manufacturers, it is suggested, will continue to work within testing rules to achieve results that are out of kilter with real-world driving experience.

UAW-represented workers at Ford overwhelmingly authorized union leadership to strike the automaker should they not reach a new contract agreement, according to a statement today.

Russian new-car sales fell for an eighth successive month in August, underscoring the country's deepening slide into economic recession, even as a weakening currency encouraged some consumers to spend.

Mazda tapped Julien Montousse, an interior design specialist known for crafting the cockpit-like interiors of the Mazda6 sedan and the MX-5 Miata roadster, to lead its U.S. design studio in California.

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Rolls-Royce expects its Dawn convertible to attract more younger buyers and more women to the brand.

Shell says it has become "Innovation Partner of Scuderia Ferrari" for the next five years as part of a new agreement that will see the pair work "closer together than ever before". Shell says the arrangement marks a significant new chapter in a partnership that dates back to the 1930s.

Continental's CFO has told Bloomberg that after a pause for the remainder of 2015, automotive production in China should resume growth again in 2016. He also said that the latest stockmarket falls in China were an "overreaction".

Ford of Europe plans to expand its range and increase sales in the fast-growing SUV segment in Europe, as well as significantly increase its offering of all-wheel drive (AWD) technologies so, natch, its has released results of a Ford-sponsored survey in the region showing "SUVs are highly desired by Millennials - those aged 17-34 - indicating Europe's SUV boom is poised to accelerate". More so than other age groups, Millennials say SUVs make them feel powerful when they drive, are the kind of vehicle they want to be seen in and are more sporty and fun to drive than other vehicle types - according to strategic research consultancy Benenson Strategy Group.

Mahindra and Mahindra, India's largest maker of SUVs, is close to an agreement to purchase Italian car designer Pininfarina SpA, people familiar with the matter said.

General Motors said sales in China declined for the fourth time in five months, deepening its slump in the world's largest auto market.

Continental says it is on track to reach its recently raised full-year target despite a seasonal downturn in summer.

India's Mahindra is said to be close to an agreement to purchase Italian car designer Pininfarina after talks stalled earlier this year. The companies are seeking to complete negotiations in the next few days, sources said.

Renault has given its new Megane a distinctive design as part of its ambition to make the model more upscale and help it stand out in the competitive compact market against rivals such as the VW Golf and Peugeot 308.

Vietnam's new vehicle market continued to grow strongly in August with sales rising by close to 46% to 16,019 units from 11,001 units a year earlier, according to data released by the Vietnam Automotive Manufacturers Association.

Nissan has released a teaser picture showing a crossover concept that will be unveiled next week at the Frankfurt auto show. Reports say the concept will preview a new direction for the automaker's Z sports car subbrand.

Continuing just-auto's series of interviews with tier one suppliers, Matthew Beecham spoke to John Fuerst, Vice President Engineering, Delphi Powertrain Systems about how developments in aftertreatment are affecting the choice of engine management strategy. Delphi Powertrain Systems encompasses gasoline and diesel engine management systems. It also has responsibility for diesel and automotive aftermarket activities and original equipment services.