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Jan
28th

GM denies request by U.S. senators to extend ignition-switch claims deadline

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General Motors today denied a request from two US senators to extend the Saturday deadline for victims of the company's defective ignition switch to apply for compensation.
Jan
28th

Bentley names industry veteran Winkler to head Americas unit

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Bentley said it appointed Michael Winkler as president and CEO of Bentley Motors in the Americas, replacing Christophe Georges, who will become director of product and marketing for Bentley's global organization.
Jan
28th

Over-the-air auto software updates opens market to acquisitions

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Over-the-air software updates -- a no-fuss, no-muss infotainment feature popularized by Tesla Motors -- is rapidly spreading to the entire auto industry, fueling high-price acquisitions in the segment.
Jan
28th

VEHICLE ANALYSIS: 2015MY Range Rover Sport SDV8

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The 2015 model year Range Rover Sport is now on sale, and there are two main mechanical changes: an extra 40Nm of torque for the 4.4-litre diesel V8 and a new evolution of ZF's 8HP70 eight-speed automatic gearbox.
Jan
28th

Auto bosses say billions in savings at stake if EU-U.S. trade deal fails

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The CEOs of Germany's top auto companies said Wednesday that they could save roughly 5 billion euros in annual costs if the European and U.S. governments can agree on a landmark free trade deal.
Jan
28th

US: Nissan and NHTSA announce 768,000-unit recall

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Water leaks and insecure hood (bonnet) latches have led to a 768,000 Nissan Motor recall primarily in the US.
Jan
28th

ITALY: FCA operating profit meets guidance

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Fiat Chrysler Automobiles reported 2014 operating profit of EUR3.65bn (US$4.14bn), in line with its own estimates.
Jan
28th

Gentex Q4 sales gains lag forecasts; stock drops

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Gentex, a mirror, camera and electronic component supplier, said its fourth quarter net income rose a disappointing 2 percent while overall revenue jumped 7 percent from a year earlier. Gentex shares fell 6 percent.
Jan
28th

Nissan teases Super Bowl ad; full reveal will wait until big game

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Nissan is using a dreary Harry Chapin song as the backdrop for its Super Bowl ad, but the overall message won't be seen until the game on Sunday. The automaker unveiled a 10-second teaser today featuring Chapin's song 'Cat's in the Cradle.
Jan
28th

Don’t get mad, get a lawyer, panelists say

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Dealers who get warning letters from lenders accusing them of loan discrimination should resist the temptation to stick the letters in a drawer or, worse, fire off angry replies on their own, said panelists last week at a legal compliance workshop...
Jan
28th

New-look Kia Sportage on the way

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Kia Sportage 2016 front
News 28 Jan, 2015

New Kia Sportage crossover spotted out in the open with new look and improved engine range

Jan
28th

Marchionne has FCA on fast track to profit in Europe

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Fiat Chrysler Automobiles will be profitable in Europe a year earlier than expected, CEO Sergio Marchionne said today.
Jan
28th

ANALYSIS: ASEAN vehicle market down almost 10% in 2014

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The fourth quarter sales data is in and 2014 saw vehicle sales fall by almost 10% in the ASEAN region. Tony Pugliese analyses the results in major markets across the region and considers prospects for 2015.
Jan
28th

Ford recalls 221,000 vehicles for door handle, seat belt problems

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Ford said it is recalling about 221,000 cars and vans for door handle and seat belt problems. Ford said it is not aware of any crashes or injuries related to the two recalls.
Jan
28th

“Merc, BMW and Audi have had their glory. Maybe, with the XE, its Jag’s turn”

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Jaguar XE Opinion
Opinion 28 Jan, 2015

With the arrival of the brand new XE, Jaguar is threatening to play the Germans at their own game, says Mike Rutherford

Jan
28th

Nissan recalls 768,000 crossovers and SUVs for separate problems

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Nissan is recalling about 768,000 vehicles, including its popular Rogue crossover and Pathfinder SUV, for separate problems, the company and federal regulators said today.
Jan
28th

Fiat Chrysler’s $4.1 billion operating profit in 2014 fueled by N.A.

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Fiat Chrysler Automobiles met its full-year guidance as strong results from North America and improving operations in Europe managed to offset persistent weakness in Latin America.
Jan
28th

US: Toyota to expand powertrain R&D in Ann Arbor

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Toyota Motor Engineering and Manufacturing North America plans to expand its powertrain R&D operations in Ann Arbor with the addition of 45,000 sq ft of space.
Jan
28th

INDIA: Maruti to refocus Gurgaon plant on engines

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Maruti Suzuki plans to reduce vehicle capacity at its Gurgaon plant to refocus on engine assembly.
Jan
28th

CZECH REPUBLIC: Hyundai starts building updated i30

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Hyundai Motor has begun production of the updated i30, at its European factory, Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Czech (HMMC), in Nosovice, Czech Republic.
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