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Chrysler, GM to recall defective cars

[2014-08-21 09:25]

Chrysler and GM will recall cars in China's mainland over software and airbag problems respectively, China's quality watchdog announced on Wednesday.

Japan suppliers fined to protect consumers

[2014-08-21 07:19]

China's antitrust action reflecting its resolve to prevent market leaders from jeopardizing consumer interests through price manipulation.

New rules mulled for the auto industry

[2014-08-21 07:05]

China is considering drafting new rules for the automotive industry on the basis of its Anti-Monopoly Law, official at the antitrust regulator said.

Japanese auto parts suppliers fined over price monopoly

[2014-08-20 13:20]

A total of 12 Japanese auto parts suppliers have been fined 1.24 billion yuan ($201 million) due to a price monopoly, China's top price regulator confirmed Wednesday.

Alibaba to launch e-commerce platform for secondhand cars

[2014-08-20 09:42]

Alibaba Group signed an agreement with China Grand Auto Services Co Ltd, the country's largest passenger vehicle dealer, to set up an online trading platform for secondhand cars.

Shenyang GM starts new phase

[2014-08-19 16:52]

Third-phase vehicle and engine plant of Shanghai GM (Shenyang) Norsom Motors, based in Shenyang, the capital of Liaoning province, formally started production on Monday.

Chinese firms keep UK auto industry ticking

[2014-08-19 07:57]

The iconic black cabs of London may soon be the harbingers of a "green revolution" in the United Kingdom, thanks to the concerted efforts of a Chinese company.

China govt vehicle reform boosts car auctions

[2014-08-18 15:47]

China's government vehicle reform has boosted car auctions in the country, with the auction value reaching 3.57 billion yuan in the first half of this year, up 44.3 percent year on year.

Maserati takes big step forward in China

[2014-08-18 14:12]

Maserati celebrates the 10th anniversary in China by starting its China-Italy Centennial Rally from the Imperial Ancestral Temple in Beijing last week.

Silk Road Truck Rally: An epic journey from Jiangsu to Xinjiang

[2014-08-18 13:54]

The first Silk Road Truck Rally got underway last week from Lianyungang, Jiangsu province, a port city on the east coast of China.

Infiniti hits the fast lane with 'Dare to Love'

[2014-08-18 13:23]

Japanese automaker Nissan Motor Co's premium brand Infiniti gave a lift to its 2014 marketing campaign by providing customers with a new experience combining art and emotion.

Reborn Maxus winning markets at home and abroad

[2014-08-18 13:21]

Commercial vehicle manufacturer Maxus is expected to stage a European comeback in late 2014.

'Parallel imports' raises the bar in market

[2014-08-18 13:17]

The number of cars imported outside formal channels approved by manufacturers is increasing as independent trade companies organize improved warranties and aftersales services.

Mercedes-Benz found 'guilty' of price fixing

[2014-08-18 10:29]

Official said Mercedes-Benz case is a typical vertical price fixing. It manipulated the prices of spare parts and maintenance on the after-sales market.

China's new energy car output surges

[2014-08-18 09:05]

China's production of new energy vehicles surged by 280 percent year on year in the first seven months thanks to government support for the fledgling sector.

Probes prompt call for urgent changes to auto sales rules

[2014-08-18 08:07]

Although the Chinese government launched antitrust investigations of only Audi, Chrysler and 12 Japanese spare parts companies, the move has caused tremors among foreign car brands.

Rental firms sit back and enjoy the ride after policy change

[2014-08-18 07:49]

Executives of the car rental company Yongche are rubbing their hands with delight as representatives of state enterprises beat a path to their doors looking to do business.

SAIC branch recalls 58,477 vehicles in China

[2014-08-17 08:39]

Passenger car branch of the Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation will recall 58,477 Roewe550 cars in China after they were found to carry fuel leakage risks, according to China's quality watchdog.

Continental in $1.3b drive to expand in China

[2014-08-16 09:38]

German automotive supplier Continental AG plans to invest at least 1 billion euros ($1.34 billion) in China over the next five years to fuel its growth in the world's largest vehicle market.

Mercedes-Benz recalls Smart cars in China

[2014-08-15 15:17]

German automaker Mercedes-Benz will recall 50,144 Smart cars in China after they were found to have a defective belt drive, China's top quality watchdog said Friday.

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