Plants, jobs, sales figures, regulation and the executives behind them. The business of building cars.
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Volkswagen saw registrations fall sharply in Japan and South Korea in September, with the diesel emissions scandal undermining its position in key Asian markets.
Saad Chehab has stepped down as Maserati’s global marketing chief, leaving the Italian luxury brand as it pushes to expand its model range and global presence.
Suzuki has secured approval to build a car manufacturing plant in Gujarat, India, with an initial capacity of 100,000 units and investment of 50 billion yen.
Mazda’s long-awaited US diesel launch faces fresh uncertainty as the Volkswagen emissions scandal prompts tougher scrutiny of diesel technology and delays regulatory approval.
Korean environment officials will test 4,000 to 5,000 Volkswagen and Audi diesel cars following the US emissions cheating revelations, with potential for a wider investigation.
An international arbitration tribunal has instructed Volkswagen to sell its entire stake in Suzuki, ending a four-year dispute over the failed alliance between the two manufacturers.
A reserve requirement cut by China’s central bank has freed up 30 million yuan for Volkswagen’s finance arm, offering scope to support car sales in a slowing market.
National Electric Vehicle Sweden, owner of Saab's assets, has signed a deal with Dongfeng Motor to jointly develop electric and hybrid vehicles for global markets.
Mexican officials want half of all vehicle content in the Trans-Pacific Partnership to be sourced from within the bloc, matching stricter North American standards.
The National Automobile Dealers Association expects US new vehicle deliveries to hit an all-time high next year, but warns millennial spending power could limit future growth.
Governor Rick Snyder's new campaign aims to highlight the breadth of automotive careers in Michigan and encourage more young people to join the sector.
A failed partnership between Volkswagen and Suzuki heads for a decision in London after four years of dispute, with development and emerging-market ambitions stalled on both sides.
Supply problems and special fuel blends in California and neighbouring states have kept US average petrol prices higher, despite falling global crude oil costs.
Doug Betts, former head of global quality at Fiat Chrysler, has joined Apple, intensifying speculation about the tech giant’s ambitions in electric and autonomous vehicles.
Mercedes-Benz has launched a global reorganisation of its supply chain, aiming to reduce logistics costs per vehicle by around a fifth through new consolidation centres and network changes.
Nomura Holdings attracted at least 25,000 new accounts in early July as Toyota’s ¥500bn Model AA share issue spurred a rush of Japanese retail investors.
Bosch expects its automated driving assistance business to reach €1 billion in sales by 2016, driven by demand for radar and video sensor systems from global carmakers.
The 2011 contract negotiations between the UAW and Detroit’s big three automakers set the tone for US auto labour relations in the post-crisis recovery.
A new car factory worth $1.9 billion is being considered by an Indian automaker, with Poland and Slovakia both seeking to secure the investment and its 350,000-unit annual capacity.
A CarMD analysis shows Wyoming has the lowest average auto repair costs in the US, while Washington DC drivers face the highest bills, with a notable $158 difference between them.
Major overseas pension funds have joined criticism of Toyota's proposal for unlisted 'Model AA' shares, arguing the move disadvantages foreign investors ahead of the company's June 2015 annual meeting.
Ray Tanguay, former Toyota Canada chairman, will lead government efforts to attract and retain automotive manufacturing as the sector faces global competition and shifting investment.
Volkswagen’s powerful works council chief says the company should resolve its structure before seeking a permanent supervisory board chairman after Ferdinand Piëch’s resignation.
Rising European car sales, driven by improving consumer confidence and favourable economic conditions, have yet to translate into stronger profits for manufacturers.