Saturday 31 October 2015

FCA: Statement – Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Module

FCA US LLC is voluntarily recalling an estimated 275,614 cross-utility vehicles (CUVs) in the U.S. to apply a moisture sealant and replace, as required, certain electrical components.

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Hybrid locomotive at Audi plant in Ingolstadt

This Audi drives on rails: A 1,000 horsepower plug in hybrid locomotive manufactured by Alstom replaces the plant locomotives previously used at the Audi plant in Ingolstadt as of today. 

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New Era: New ŠKODA Superb Launched in China

Dawn of a new era for ŠKODA in China: Four months after its sales debut in Europe, the new ŠKODA Superb is rolling out to customers on the Chinese market.

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Chery wraps up extreme road test in Saudi Arabia

This was quoted from the head of a Saudi Arabian dealer who was talking about China’s Chery instead of Japanese, Korean, European or American brands.

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Renault Group: Quaterly information – september 30, 2015

Renault Group maintained its pace of growth in the third quarter. In Europe, buoyant markets and the success of its new products continued benefiting the firm.




Scion Showcases Fashion and Passion

Creative visions of the Scion iM 5-door hatchback and Scion iA sedan are ready for Las Vegas lights. The cars were previewed in the downtown Los Angeles’ Arts District ahead of their debut at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas, Nov. 3-6.

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Friday 30 October 2015

All New GLC Begins Production in China, Heralds Next Stage of Expansion for Beijing Benz

“China is already our number one market for the GLA and GLK. The GLC will undoubtedly continue our SUV success story here as it tops its predecessor,” said Hubertus Troska, Member of the Board of Management of Daimler AG responsible for Greater China.

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Scion Pairs Sports and Style for 2016 FR-S Release Series 2.0

Drivers of the 2016 Scion FR-S Release Series 2.0 will look better than ever in the most stylish version of the sports car ever offered.


Honda Unveils Clarity Fuel Cell at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show

Honda, the pioneer of hydrogen fuel cell technology has unveiled its next generation Clarity Fuel Cell today at the 44th Tokyo Motor Show.

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Volkswagen AG and Industrial & Commercial Bank of China Limited sign MOU for long-term strategic cooperation

Volkswagen AG and the Industrial & Commercial Bank of China Limited (ICBC) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in Beijing, forming a long-term global strategic partnership between the two companies.



Bentley: Bentayga makes power on ice debut

The most powerful, most luxurious, most exclusive and fastest SUV in the world, the Bentley Bentayga, makes its ice-driving debut in 2016 at Bentley’s flagship customer event, Power on Ice.

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Volkswagen reaffirms investments in Chattanooga

The Volkswagen Group has reaffirmed its planned investments at the Chattanooga location and in the production of an all-new SUV for the U.S. market.

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Nissan conducts first on-road test of prototype

Nissan has begun testing its first prototype vehicle that demonstrates piloted drive on both highway and city/urban roads.

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Datsun: Enhancing its foundation and exploring new opportunities

Just a year after its return, the reborn Datsun brand is looking at possible expansion in new high growth markets such as Africa, Middle East, South East Asia and beyond.

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JAC Exported 350,000 units’ Vehicles in Past 10 Years

From January to August 2015, the exports of JAC completed vehicles ranked NO.4 among industry and continue to maintain the lead position in segment market.

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JAC Sales Volume Has Made a Sharp Growth of 52.5% in September

September sales data was published a few days ago: JAC has sold all kinds of vehicles 49,600 units (including ANKAI Coach) with a sharp growth of 52.5% year on year.

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First Regional Center for Daimler commercial vehicles opens in Dubai

Daimler has opened its first regional center for commercial vehicles for the Middle East and North Africa, situated in Dubai, UAE.

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Thursday 29 October 2015

FCA Board of Directors’ Meeting: 2015 third quarter results

FCA reported Q3 Net revenues at €27.5 billion, up 17% and Adjusted EBIT at €1.3 billion, up 35%, driven by strong performance in NAFTA, Ferrari and Components in addition to continued improvement in EMEA.

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ISUZU has full-model-changed its heavy-duty truck model, GIGA

Isuzu Motors Limited (headquartered in Shinagawa, Tokyo and headed by the President and Representative Director, Mr. Masanori Katayama) has full-model-changed the popular rigid-type models (equipped with the 6UG1 engine) in its heavy-duty truck series, “GIGA”, and is launching them in Japan today.

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The Renault Talisman and the Renault Talisman Estate: prices and line-up in France

For the launch of the Renault Talisman, three diesel engines will be available: the Energy dCi 110 ECO2 and the Energy dCi 130 mated to a manual six-speed gearbox, and the Energy dCi 160 coupled with six-speed automatic dual clutch EDC transmission. 

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Ford issues two safety recalls and one safety compliance recall in North America

Ford Motor Company issues safety recall for certain 2009-2010 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles in North America for potential fuel tank issue.

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Bosch: Asenkerschbaumer – connectivity offers great opportunities for logistics

Bosch believes connectivity offers great potential. Speaking at the 32nd German Logistics Congress in Berlin, Dr. Stefan Asenkerschbaumer, deputy chairman of the Bosch board of management, said: “Within logistics and also companies.




Polestar Optimisation released for Volvo’s T5 and D4 engines

There are two new Polestar Performance Optimisations released this week for two award winning Volvo Drive-E engines of model year 2016: the T5 petrol engine and D4 diesel engine*.

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VW generates operating profit before special items of EUR 10.2 billion

The Volkswagen Group generated an operating profit before special items of EUR 10.2 billion (EUR 9.4 billion) in the first nine months of the year.

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Honda to Launch All-new CIVIC TYPE R in Japan

Honda announced that the all-new CIVIC TYPE R pure sports model with thoroughly enhanced dynamic performance will be available at dealerships across Japan beginning December 7, 2015.

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Nissan IDS Concept: Nissan’s vision for the future of EVs and autonomous driving

Today at the Tokyo Motor Show 2015, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. unveiled a concept vehicle that embodies Nissan’s vision of the future of autonomous driving and zero emission EVs: the Nissan IDS Concept.

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Lexus LF-FC Flagship Concept Revealed at the Tokyo Motor Show

Taking center stage in the Lexus booth at the Tokyo Motor Show 2015, Lexus revealed the LF-FC flagship concept, a visionary new vehicle that offers a peek into the design and technology direction of the brand’s future flagship sedan.



Wednesday 28 October 2015

PACCAR Announces Excellent Quarterly Revenues and Earnings

“PACCAR reported strong revenues and net income for the third quarter of 2015,” said Ron Armstrong, chief executive officer. “PACCAR’s third quarter results reflect the benefits of increased truck sales in North America and Europe

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FCA US Announces Kunselman Retirement

FCA US LLC today announced that Scott Kunselman, Senior Vice President of Vehicle Safety and Regulatory Affairs, has elected to retire after 30 years with the Company, effective November 30.

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A Century Full of Innovation: ZF Publishes a Technology History

To mark the 100th anniversary since the company’s founding, ZF Friedrichshafen AG is presenting its technology history in book form.

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MAN sees positive development in European commercial vehicles market

The commercial vehicle and engineering player MAN is seeing a noticeable recovery in the European commercial vehicles market.



Maruti Suzuki Financial Results Q2 (Jul-Sept) 2015-16

The Board of Directors of Maruti Suzuki India Limited today approved the financial results for the period July-September 2015-16 (Q2) and April-September 2015-16 (H1).

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Mitsubishi Announces Fiscal 2015 First Half Results

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) today announced its sales and financial results for the first half of the 2015 fiscal year (FY) ending March 31, 2016 along with a full-year forecast revision.

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Hyundai Motor Unveils New Hybrid engine and transmission

Hyundai Motor is pushing ahead on two fronts in powertrain technology. At the company’s annual International Powertrain Conference.

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Honda: All-New VTEC TURBO engines set for next generation 2017 Civic

Honda has announced that two all new downsized turbo petrol engines will be coming to Europe.

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Scania Interim Report January–September 2015

“Scania’s sales during the first nine months of 2015 rose to SEK 69.7 billion and earnings amounted to SEK 7,046 m., resulting in an operating margin of 10.1 percent (9.7). 

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ACEA: Commercial vehicle registrations: +12.2% over nine months; +14.7% in September

In September 2015, demand for new commercial vehicles in the EU increased (+14.7%) for the ninth consecutive month, totalling 208,077 units. Growth was sustained across all commercial vehicle segments. 

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Ford Credit India Begins Retail Financing

For consumers looking to bring a Ford vehicle home this festive season, Ford Credit India today announced the launch of retail financing in key dealerships across India.

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Tuesday 27 October 2015

Nissan production, sales and export results for September and the six months period from April to September 2015

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today announced its production, sales and export figures for September and the six months from April to September 2015.

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TJIN Edition rounds out Hyundai’s SEMA lineup with Extreme Genesis Coupe

Rounding out Hyundai’s 2015 SEMA lineup, TJIN Edition RoadShow has revealed details on its convention-defying Genesis Coupe. For Neil Tjin’s first official Hyundai vehicle built for SEMA, the builder turned to underground racing for inspiration to create this mad, 500 horsepower racer.

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The new MINI comes first in the ADAC Customer Barometer

The new MINI is taking the roads of the world by storm – and winning the hearts of its owners, too. A recent study conducted by the German automobile club ADAC gives the original in the premium segment of small cars the top rating in the area of customer satisfaction.

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New 2016 Nissan Altima production begins in Smyrna

Nissan’s Smyrna, Tennessee assembly plant boasts production of two of the best-selling vehicles in the U.S. – the hot selling Rogue compact crossover that was redesigned for 2014.



PSA declared third quarter 2015 revenue

In the third quarter of 2015, consolidated revenue totalled €12,390 million, up 3.2% compared with third-quarter 2014. Automotive Division revenue, excluding the contribution of the Chinese joint ventures, amounted to €8,052 million for the period, up 1.0% year-on-year.



Honda Sets Monthly Records for Automobile Production Worldwide

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced a summary of automobile production, Japanese domestic sales, and export results for the first half of the current fiscal year (April 2015-Mar 2016) and the month of September 2015.

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Magna SmartLatch Opens Doors to the Future

Magna International Inc. announced today that its SmartLatch™ electronic side-door latch system has been selected as a finalist for the 2016 Automotive News PACE Awards.

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Monday 26 October 2015

Mazda Production and Sales Results for September 2015 and for April through September 2015

Mazda Motor Corporation’s production and sales results for September 2015 and for April through September 2015 are summarized below.

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TMC Announces Results for September 2015, April – September 2015

Toyota Motor Corporation announces its production, domestic sales, and export results, including those for subsidiaries Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd., and Hino Motors, Ltd., for September 2015 and for April to September 2015.

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Toyota Developing a Next-generation Taxi for the Japan Market

Toyota plans to launch a new taxi for the Japanese market before April 2018, and is currently working on developing an updated version of its JPN Taxi Concept.

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Toyota to Launch Trial Car Sharing Service in Okinawa

Next year, Toyota will use a new trial project on the subtropical island of Okinawa to assess the viability and benefits of tourism-centered car sharing. 

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Mazda Holds CX-3 Production Start Ceremony in Thailand

Mazda Motor Corporation announced today that it held a ceremony to celebrate the start of production of the all-new Mazda CX-3 at Auto Alliance (Thailand) Co., Ltd. (AAT), the company’s production facility in Thailand.

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