Commercial vehicle registrations: 12.0% in January

Commercial vehicle registrations: 12.0% in January: In January 2016 the EU market for new commercial vehicles kept growing, in line with its positive performance in 2015. Demand increased (+12.0%), totalling 159,712 units.

The Mercedes-AMG C 43 4MATIC Coupé: New member of the C-Class Performance family

The Mercedes-AMG C 43 4MATIC Coupé: New member of the C-Class Performance family: Affalterbach. Mercedes-AMG has added another sporty model to its C-Class family: the new C 43 4MATIC Coupé. For the highly dynamic driving experience that is the hallmark of the brand

From February 2016: approval for Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO): Mercedes-Benz truck models approved for alternative fuel HVO

From February 2016: approval for Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO): Mercedes-Benz truck models approved for alternative fuel HVO: With immediate effect Mercedes-Benz Trucks is granting approval for the use of the alternative fuel known as Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO). HVO is a biodiesel fuel which comes from waste materials such as waste fat

Tata Motors announces the new name of its exciting, dynamic hatchback- TIAGO

Tata Motors announces the new name of its exciting, dynamic hatchback- TIAGO: Tata Motors cool new hatchback, much applauded at its first public showcase at the Auto Expo 2016, in New Delhi (Greater Noida), was today renamed TIAGO

Volvo Cars reveals stylish and versatile new V90 estate

Volvo Cars reveals stylish and versatile new V90 estate: The eagerly awaited Volvo V90 was revealed today in Stockholm, Sweden. The stylish and versatile V90 is the latest in the premium car maker’s top-of-the-line 90 series, sitting alongside the award-winning XC90 SUV and the recently launched S90 premium saloon

Volvo Cars - the first carmaker to launch a car without a key

Volvo Cars - the first carmaker to launch a car without a key: For decades, drivers have been accustomed to accessing and driving cars with physical keys. But no longer. In a ground-breaking move for the automotive industry, Volvo Cars plans to become the world’s first car manufacturer to offer cars without keys from 2017.

The new BMW M2 Coupe.

The new BMW M2 Coupe.: A compact high-performance BMW sports car was already causing heads to turn and hearts to flutter over 40 years ago. Indeed, the BMW 2002 turbo perfectly encapsulated BMW’s resolution to deliver outstanding dynamics, exceptional agility and optimum car

Geneva Motor Show: ŠKODA Electrifies with New Study

Geneva Motor Show: ŠKODA Electrifies with New Study: ŠKODA continues to grow: Over recent years, the brand has fundamentally expanded and renewed their model range. The SUV range is now also being strengthened. With the ŠKODA VisionS, the Czech car manufacturer gives an insight into how ŠKODA’s future SUV design language might look.

Lexus at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show

Lexus at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show: Brussels, Belgium - Lexus will unveil the hybrid version of its all-new LC luxury coupe at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show. The LC 500h is equipped with Lexus’ next generation hybrid powertrain,

The All-New 2017 BMW M760i xDrive.

The All-New 2017 BMW M760i xDrive.: BMW announced the all-new BMW M760i xDrive, the latest addition to the BMW M Performance line-up. With the introduction of the 2017 BMW M760i xDrive, the sixth generation BMW 7 Series adds the first M Performance TwinPower Turbo 12-cylinder to its offerings.

Consolidated Net Revenue Rs.72,256 crores, Consolidated PAT Rs.3,508 crores

Consolidated Net Revenue Rs.72,256 crores, Consolidated PAT Rs.3,508 crores: Tata Motors reported consolidated revenues (net of excise) of Rs.72,256 crores as against Rs.70,212 crores for the corresponding quarter last year. This broadly reflects:-

Positive start to the year for Volkswagen Group deliveries

Positive start to the year for Volkswagen Group deliveries: The Volkswagen Group delivered more vehicles in the first month of this year compared with the prior year, handing over 847,800 models to customers. Commenting on the January figures in Wolfsburg on Friday Matthias Müller, CEO of Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft, said: “The brands recorded a rise in deliveries in January.” Müller continued: “Developments on world markets at the beginning of the year are mixed.

Nissan TITAN XD and Nissan Maxima named MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Award winners for 2016

Nissan TITAN XD and Nissan Maxima named MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Award winners for 2016: Two Nissan flagship vehicles, the all-new TITAN XD full-size pickup and the Maxima sports sedan, were announced today as category winners of the MotorWeek's 2016 Drivers' Choice Awards at the Chicago Auto Show.

Toyota Motor Europe confirms European production for future crossover based on C-HR concept

Toyota Motor Europe confirms European production for future crossover based on C-HR concept: Brussels, Belgium - Ahead of the presentation of the highly anticipated production version of the C-HR concept at the Geneva Motor Show in early March, Toyota Motor Europe

Tata Motors Group global wholesales at 93,355 nos. in January 2016

Tata Motors Group global wholesales at 93,355 nos. in January 2016: The Tata Motors Group global wholesales in January 2016, including Jaguar Land Rover, were at 93,355 nos., higher by 16%, over January 2015. Cumulative wholesales for this fiscal were at 847,661 nos., higher by 7% over the last fiscal.

Audi starts the new year with sales record

Audi starts the new year with sales record: “We started the new year at a good pace and delivered more cars than ever before in a January,” says Dietmar Voggenreiter, Member of the Board of Management for Sales and Marketing at AUDI AG. “We have gained new customers in the Americas, Europe and Asia. That shows how balanced our growth strategy is.”

Daimler recalls approximately 840,000 vehicles in the United States as a precautionary measure due to potentially defective airbag models from manufacturer Takata

Daimler recalls approximately 840,000 vehicles in the United States as a precautionary measure due to potentially defective airbag models from manufacturer Takata: Stuttgart (Germany) – The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has notified Daimler AG that it has been informed that certain airbag models from the manufacturer Takata

Improved profitability and cash flow in 2015

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The new Volvo V90 will benefit from over 60 years of estate heritage

The new Volvo V90 will benefit from over 60 years of estate heritage: Few car companies can claim the same pedigree as Volvo Cars when it comes to the design and manufacture of family estates. That is why the news that Volvo will reveal its new V90 estate on February 18 in Stockholm is so widely-anticipated and significant.

2016 Acura MDX and TLX Named Best Cars for the Money from U.S. News & World Report

2016 Acura MDX and TLX Named Best Cars for the Money from U.S. News & World Report: The 2016 Acura MDX and TLX have received 2016 Best Cars for the Money awards from U.S. News & World Report. The 2016 MDX was named the Best Luxury 3-Row SUV for the Money and the 2016 TLX earned the Best Upscale Midsize Car for the Money distinction.

Honda ASIMO fulfils the long awaited dream of special child Nihal Bitla

Honda ASIMO fulfils the long awaited dream of special child Nihal Bitla: Honda Cars India Ltd (HCIL) helped realize a long-cherished dream of 15-year-old Nihal Bitla - suffering from a rare disease - when he met ASIMO, Honda's advanced humanoid robot, at the HCIL Booth at the Auto Expo 2016 on Tuesday.

Mercedes-Benz starts the year 2016 with double-digit growth

Mercedes-Benz starts the year 2016 with double-digit growth: Stuttgart – Following its record results of last year, Mercedes-Benz successfully started the year of the E-Class and the dream cars. In January, a total of 150,814 vehicles were handed over to customers – an increase of 19.9% compared with the same month of last year. This means that the Stuttgart-based company with the three-pointed star has grown for the 35th consecutive month.

Jaguar Land rover reports best ever janauary sales perfomance

Jaguar Land rover reports best ever janauary sales perfomance: Jaguar Land Rover, the UK's leading manufacturer of premium luxury vehicles today reported its best ever January retail sales of 46,016 vehicles, up 24% on January 2015.

Rothenpieler to head Volkswagen Group Quality Assurance

Rothenpieler to head Volkswagen Group Quality Assurance: Hans-Joachim Rothenpieler, currently Board Member for Technical Development at the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles brand, will head Group Quality Assurance effective February 15, 2016.

Ford, pivotal collaborate on software platform for fordpass; Aim to revolutionize mobility for consumers

Ford, pivotal collaborate on software platform for fordpass; Aim to revolutionize mobility for consumers: Ford is working with cloud-based software technology leader Pivotal to build a software platform supporting FordPass® that will enable the company to rapidly innovate and iterate on new applications and mobility solutions for consumers.

Ford, pivotal collaborate on software platform for fordpass; Aim to revolutionize mobility for consumers

Ford, pivotal collaborate on software platform for fordpass; Aim to revolutionize mobility for consumers: Ford is working with cloud-based software technology leader Pivotal to build a software platform supporting FordPass® that will enable the company to rapidly innovate and iterate on new applications and mobility solutions for consumers.

Ford begins 2016 with record -braking month in china, january sales up 36 percent

Ford begins 2016 with record -braking month in china, january sales up 36 percent: Ford Motor Company started 2016 with record-breaking sales in China, with 130,832 Ford vehicles sold in January, up 36 percent compared to January 2015. Record sales of the Ford Escort, the new Ford Mondeo, and Ford’s sport utility vehicle (SUV) lineup helped boost January sales.

Tata Motors launches its new SIGNA range of commercial vehicles

Tata Motors launches its new SIGNA range of commercial vehicles: Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer today launched its new SIGNA range of Medium & Heavy Commercial Vehicles, at the SIAM Auto Expo 2016.

January 2016 FCA Canada Inc. sales in Canada

January 2016 FCA Canada Inc. sales in Canada: Windsor, Ontario - FCA Canada today reported a total of 18,156 vehicles sold in January 2016, representing a 1 per cent sales lift compared with January 2015 sales of 18,054. Jeep brand vehicles

Maserati starts 2016 with a new Italian sales record

Maserati starts 2016 with a new Italian sales record: After a record-breaking 2014 and a 2015 which, with a total of 1,356 of new cars registered representing an increase of 10% over the previous year provided the best sales figures in Maserati's history in Italy, 2016 has opened with results that confirm a trend of constant growth over time.

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) Announces April – December 2015 Financial Results

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) Announces April – December 2015 Financial Results: Toyota’s global net income increased 9.2 percent during the nine-month period (April – December 2015) of the 2016 fiscal year.

Jaguar F-TYPE British Design Edition

Jaguar F-TYPE British Design Edition: From the moment it was unveiled, the Jaguar F-TYPE gained global recognition as a great contemporary British design - including winning the prestigious World Car Design of the Year accolade - and now its appeal has been further enhanced by the creation of the exclusive British Design Edition for the 2017 model year.

GM Reports Record Net Income of $9.7 Billion and Record EBIT-Adjusted of $10.8 Billion for 2015

GM Reports Record Net Income of $9.7 Billion and Record EBIT-Adjusted of $10.8 Billion for 2015: General Motors Co. (NYSE: GM) today announced record 2015 calendar-year net income attributable to common stockholders of $9.7 billion, or $5.91 per diluted share, up from $2.8 billion, or $1.65 per diluted share in 2014. Earnings per share (EPS) adjusted for special items was $5.02, up 65 percent compared to $3.05 in 2014.

Volvo XC60 is the best-selling midsize SUV in Europe

Volvo XC60 is the best-selling midsize SUV in Europe: The Volvo XC60 was the most sold midsize SUV in Europe in 2015, according to independent figures compiled by automotive research firm JATO.

David detweiler appointed new executive vice president and general counsel

David detweiler appointed new executive vice president and general counsel: Volkswagen Group of America announced today that it has appointed David Detweiler to serve as Executive Vice President and General Counsel,

Incredible power from five cylinders: the Audi RS Q3 performance

Incredible power from five cylinders: the Audi RS Q3 performance: More power, specific exterior details and an exclusive interior package: These are the key features that make the Audi RS Q3 performance* the premium brand’s new top model in the compact SUV segment.

Daimler continues along successful path: record figures for unit sales, revenue and earnings in 2015 – highest ever dividend proposed – ongoing positive outlook

Daimler continues along successful path: record figures for unit sales, revenue and earnings in 2015 – highest ever dividend proposed – ongoing positive outlook: Stuttgart, Germany – Daimler AG (ticker symbol DAI) grew profitably once again in 2015 and once more achieved record levels of unit sales and revenue, as well as EBIT from the ongoing business,

BMW Motorsport announces driver pairings for the 2016 DTM – Change of teams for Farfus, Glock and Martin.

BMW Motorsport announces driver pairings for the 2016 DTM – Change of teams for Farfus, Glock and Martin.: BMW Motorsport Director Jens Marquardt had announced at the 2015 Season Review that the same eight drivers would compete in the BMW M4 DTM in 2016 as did last year, in the form of Bruno Spengler (CA)

Vitara Brezza: Strong, Stylish, Class Leading Features

Vitara Brezza: Strong, Stylish, Class Leading Features: Delhi Auto Expo 2016 kicked off in grand style with the premiere of Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza, the compact urban SUV from the market leader.

Vitara Brezza: Strong, Stylish, Class Leading Features

Vitara Brezza: Strong, Stylish, Class Leading Features: Delhi Auto Expo 2016 kicked off in grand style with the premiere of Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza, the compact urban SUV from the market leader.

FHI Announces Consolidated Financial Results for Nine Months of FYE2016

FHI Announces Consolidated Financial Results for Nine Months of FYE2016: Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. (FHI), the manufacturer of Subaru automobiles, today announced its consolidated financial results for the first nine months of the fiscal year

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor Sells 9,256 units in January 2016

Toyota Kirloskar Motor Sells 9,256 units in January 2016: Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) sold a total of 8,511 units in the domestic market and exported 745 units of the Etios series thereby clocking a total of 9,256 units for the month of January 2016.

Toyota Kirloskar Motor Unveils the All New Innova 'Crysta' at the Auto Expo- The Motor Show 2016

Toyota Kirloskar Motor Unveils the All New Innova 'Crysta' at the Auto Expo- The Motor Show 2016: The opening day of the Auto Expo – The Motor Show 2016 witnessed the unveiling of one of the most anticipated launches of the year 2016,

Indian Truck Market Analysis Report 2015

Indian Truck Market Analysis Report 2015: For overall Indian Truck Market Q4 of 2015 registered noted growth of 11 percent compare to de growth of 5 percent in Q4 2014.

Honda BR-V makes its first appearance in India at Auto Expo 2016

Honda BR-V makes its first appearance in India at Auto Expo 2016: Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL), leading manufacturer of premium cars in India today unveiled its new model Honda BR-V at the Auto Expo 2016 in presence ofMr Takahiro Hachigo

Honda Cars India Ltd. registers monthly domestic sales of 17,135 units in January 2016

Honda Cars India Ltd. registers monthly domestic sales of 17,135 units in January 2016: Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL), leading manufacturer of premium cars in India, registered monthly domestic sales of 17,135 units in January 2016 against 18,331 units in the corresponding month last year.

Audi Berlinale Lounge: on the pulse of the Berlinale

Audi Berlinale Lounge: on the pulse of the Berlinale: The Audi Berlinale Lounge, located directly on Marlene-Dietrich-Platz, offers the best view of the red carpet. During the opening and award ceremonies and during competing premieres,

Tata Motors Unveils Future Range of Passenger Vehicles at Auto Expo 2016

Tata Motors Unveils Future Range of Passenger Vehicles at Auto Expo 2016: With a promise to introduce new products every year, Tata Motors today showcased its future range of passenger vehicles at the Auto Expo 2016 that fall within its new MadeofGreat promise to auto consumers.

Chevrolet Continues as the Industry’s Fastest Growing Brand, Leading GM Retail Sales Increase

Chevrolet Continues as the Industry’s Fastest Growing Brand, Leading GM Retail Sales Increase: General Motors’ (NYSE: GM) Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac dealers in the United States delivered 203,745 vehicles in January 2016,

Porsche Reports Strong January Sales

Porsche Reports Strong January Sales: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), importer and distributor in the United States of Porsche 918 Spyder, 911, Boxster and Cayman sports cars, Macan and Cayenne SUVs, and the Panamera four-door sports sedan line-up, today announced January 2016 sales of 4,354 vehicles, up 10.6 percent over January 2015 (3,937). This kicks the year off for PCNA with a record-setting January.

Best in the desert : 2017 ford F-150 raptor prepares for grueling off-road racing series

Best in the desert : 2017 ford F-150 raptor prepares for grueling off-road racing series: There’s a roar in the desert – spitting sand and kicking up rocks. It’s the sound of the all-new 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor, running in the 2016 Best in the Desert off-road racing series’ new factory stock class.

Volkswagen starts implementing technical measures for EA189 diesel engines in Europe

Volkswagen starts implementing technical measures for EA189 diesel engines in Europe: the Volkswagen Group presented specific technical measures to the German Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) for the EA189 engines affected by the NOx issue.

Volkswagen of america reports january 2016 sales result

Volkswagen of america reports january 2016 sales result: Volkswagen of America, Inc. (VWoA) today reported sales of 20,079 units delivered in January 2016. The Tiguan produced the best January results on record for the vehicle with 2,528 vehicles delivered, a 71.6 percent increase.

BMW Group U.S. Reports January 2016 Sales

BMW Group U.S. Reports January 2016 Sales: “As expected, January suffered a bit from the strong storms that froze large parts of the country,” said Ludwig Willisch, President and CEO, BMW of North America. “In spite of the obstacles, the new BMW X1 showed extraordinary growth and our 7 Series and X3 set the momentum we expect to continue in the year ahead.”

Bespoke Mulliner features make debut in flying spur

Bespoke Mulliner features make debut in flying spur: Bentley’s in-house coach-building division, is revealing its latest range of bespoke creations for the Flying Spur, enabling customers to personalise the four-door luxury sedan to an even higher level.

Customer teams determined to clinch third victory for Audi in Australia

Customer teams determined to clinch third victory for Audi in Australia: The Audi R8 LMS is facing a special test in Australia. In one of Audi Sport customer racing’s most important markets, the sports car is supposed to continue its string of success in endurance racing. Following victories in the 24-hour race at the Nürburgring and the Sepang 12 Hours last year

Tata Motors sales for January 2016 at 47,034 units

Tata Motors sales for January 2016 at 47,034 units: Tata Motors continued to witness year-on-year growth in the M&HCV segment in January 2016, with a growth of 30%. Total sales of Tata Motors passenger and commercial vehicles

GM India Launches New Chevrolet Cruze 2016

GM India Launches New Chevrolet Cruze 2016: GM India today launched the New Chevrolet Cruze 2016 priced between INR 14.68 lakh and INR 17.81 lakh (ex-showroom, New Delhi).

Polestar introduces Performance Optimisation for T6 AWD

Polestar introduces Performance Optimisation for T6 AWD: The new generation Polestar Performance Optimisation has been made available for Volvo’s award winning Drive-E T6 models with four-wheel drive.

Nissan TITAN XD named Autobytel “2016 Pickup Truck of the Year”

Nissan TITAN XD named Autobytel “2016 Pickup Truck of the Year”: The honors and awards just keep coming for the all-new 2016 Nissan TITAN XD, which has just been selected as “2016 Pickup Truck of the Year” by the editorial staff of Autobytel, a leading provider of online automotive services connecting consumers with dealers.

Lexus International 2015 Year in Review

Lexus International 2015 Year in Review: Lexus International today announced it sold approximately 652,000 vehicles globally in 2015, up 12 percent from 2014. A full year of the all new RC and NX sales

Honda Shares Clarity Fuel Cell U.S. Pricing and Sales Plans

Honda Shares Clarity Fuel Cell U.S. Pricing and Sales Plans: Honda today announced the company’s plans for U.S. sales of its new 5-passenger, hydrogen-powered Clarity Fuel Cell sedan at the 2016 Washington

The Mercedes-Benz Vans plant in Ludwigsfelde is turning 25!

The Mercedes-Benz Vans plant in Ludwigsfelde is turning 25!: Mercedes-Benz Vans is celebrating a 25-year post-reunification success story at its Ludwigsfelde production plant in Brandenburg. On 1 February 1991 – just four months after reunification

Maserati Polo Tour 2016 with the technical support of La Martina started with the “Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz” in full speed

Maserati Polo Tour 2016 with the technical support of La Martina started with the “Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz” in full speed: The Maserati Polo Tour 2016 began with a thrilling start at the “Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz” that took place on the frozen lake of St. Moritz from 29th - 31st January , where the Team Maserati captured the “Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz” Trophy.

Ssangyong Motor's global sales record 10,082 units in January 2016

Ssangyong Motor's global sales record 10,082 units in January 2016: Ssangyong Motor (CEO Choi Johng-sik; www.smotor.com), part of the Mahindra Group, today announced that the company sold a total of 10,082 units in January 2016 - 6,571 units in domestic sales and 3,511 in exports.

Ssangyong Motor's global sales record 10,082 units in January 2016

Ssangyong Motor's global sales record 10,082 units in January 2016: Ssangyong Motor (CEO Choi Johng-sik; www.smotor.com), part of the Mahindra Group, today announced that the company sold a total of 10,082 units in January 2016 - 6,571 units in domestic sales and 3,511 in exports.