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Dec. 9 (Bloomberg) -- India’s Tata Motors Ltd. is in negotiations with Sumitomo Corp. to acquire the Japanese group’s 53.5 percent stake in Chandigarh, India-based Swaraj Mazda Ltd. to expand its holdings in the light commercial vehicles market, the Economic Times of India reported.
Dec. 10 (Bloomberg) -- The yen and the U.S. dollar weakened against the currencies of Australia and New Zealand after faster Australian job growth and prospects for higher rates prompted investors to seek higher-yielding assets. Asian stocks fell.
Germany's Volkswagen to take 20 percent stake in Japan's Suzuki for $2.5 billion
In the wake of a damaging sheriff's report, an El Cajon car dealership that owned the runaway Lexus which crashed and killed a family of four this past summer wants more research to discern the "true'' facts and circumstances of the fatal crash, it was reported Wednesday.
Despite claims from an ambiguous organization about hiring, construction of Volkswagen's new automotive plant involves local workers. Today, one supplier opened its doors to show the public the local impact. read more
General Motors Co. has replaced its Chevrolet brand manager as it continues to shake up top management. James Campbell will now lead the brand, taking over for Brent Dewar.
When I reviewed the Lexus LFA I failed to do it justice. It's just incredibly difficult to summarize everything that combines to make this car so special. These engine sounds do a much better job....
Ed Whitacre FLINT -- New General Motors Chief Executive Officer Ed Whitacre spent several hours inside Flint's last assembly plant today, talking to employees getting a feel for the city where GM was born.A GM spokesman confirmed Whitacre's unannounced visit...
If you've got your eye on these next-year models, better get your order in early. These are the hardest to get.
In the wake of a damaging sheriff's report, an El Cajon car dealership that owned the runaway Lexus which crashed and killed a family of four this past summer wants more research to discern the "true" facts and circumstances of the fatal crash, it was reported Wednesday. Jim Marinos, attorney for Bob Baker Lexus El Cajon, said the sheriff's department's report released Friday "is only an interim ...
Joe Prebul is back in the car business in Chattanooga. He has been hired as the general manager of Capital Toyota. His attorney, Tom Ray, said, "Joe is excited for this opportunity. He is still the best car salesman in Chattanooga."
LAKE FOREST – A road rage incident caused one woman to kick a BMW and then flee the scene, officials said. According to police reports, deputies responded to a shopping center near El Toro Road and Rockfield Boulevard after a woman called and said...
Princeton, Ind. -- A Canadian company that makes headrests for Toyota plans to start manufacturing operations near the automaker's southwestern Indiana factory.
Replacing aluminum, about 65% of the cabin on the new Lexus LFA sports cars will be made from carbon fiber-reinforced plastic supplied by Toho Tenax . Weight savings compared to the metal standard is about 100kg. Some other components also will be made of the high-end composites. read more
Dec. 10 (Bloomberg) -- Japanese stocks fell the most this month as carmakers dropped on speculation a weaker dollar will hurt overseas earnings and shipping lines retreated on lower rates to transport commodities.
Ford Motor Co. officials are asking Michigan legislators to give the automaker around $120 million in tax credits earmarked for companies that develop batteries for hybrid and electric vehicles.
Dec. 8 (Bloomberg) -- India’s benchmark stock index rose for the first day in three after November passenger car sales rose the most in five years. Tata Motors Ltd.
Whats more important -- looks or practicality? Its a natural question for shoppers considering Acuras newest sport utility vehicle, the ZDX.
Volkswagen is interested in buying a stake in Suzuki Motor to gain access to the Japanese manufacturer's small car technology, sources said.
Do you want to improve fuel economy by up to 5% to 10% by simply driving differently? Then you should check out the “Eco pedal” of the new Infiniti M sedan, which was unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto Show.
Dec. 9 (Bloomberg) -- Volkswagen AG, Europe’s largest carmaker, agreed to buy a 19.9 percent stake in Suzuki Motor Corp. for 222.5 billion yen ($2.5 billion) and jointly develop vehicles for emerging markets to challenge global leader Toyota Motor Corp.
