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China's automakers hit by rouble depreciation

[2015-01-05 09:18]

A plunge in the value of the ruble in 2014 dealt a blow to Chinese automakers who see Russia as a major export destination.

Not the most inspiring, but perfectly pleasant

[2015-01-03 11:30]

With the arrival of the 2015 Audi Q3, it seems apt to take a moment to consider the contributing factors in this German car maker's unstoppable rise to the top.

The most important car of the last 20 years

[2015-01-03 10:04]

Seven reasons why the Tesla Model S is the greatest game changer in motoring for decades.

Hyundai Motor to build two China plants

[2014-12-31 11:49]

Hyundai Motor Co said it would build two factories in China, as the South Korean automaker bets on growth in the world's biggest car market even as the economy slows.

Be careful 'legalizing' car bans

[2014-12-31 10:52]

The abrupt car purchasing restriction announced in Shenzhen on Monday left many residents startled in the southern metropolis.

Toyota poised to miss annual sales targets

[2014-12-31 09:14]

Toyota is likely to miss its 2014 objective of selling more than 1.1 million vehicles in China because of a economic slowdown and a price war in the local auto market.

Rocky road ahead for automakers

[2014-12-31 09:12]

Foreign automakers in China may struggle to dictate sales targets after dealers complained that inflexible targets set during a market boom obliged them to buy too much stock.

China plans to extend green vehicle subsidies until 2020

[2014-12-30 14:23]

China will extend subsidies for new energy "green" vehicles to 2020, extending the current incentive program which expires at the end of 2015.

Shenzhen restricts car purchases to ease congestion

[2014-12-30 10:01]

Authorities in Shenzhen announced a car purchasing restriction requiring prospective buyers to acquire new car plates by lottery or auction on Monday.

Overseas training sweetens Daimler's offer packages

[2014-12-29 11:06]

About 10 percent of the company's Chinese new staff members, including technicians and management trainees, will get annual opportunities to work at Daimler in Germany.

VW festival and track racing event promotes motor sport culture

[2014-12-29 10:35]

Volkswagen Group, as a leader in pioneering initiatives, has achieved remarkable success in promoting sports car culture in China in recent years.

Downturn is no barrier for Bentley

[2014-12-29 10:34]

Although China's luxury vehicle market is facing challenges amid an economic slowdown, British premium brand Bentley saw a robust increase in its second-largest market in the world.

Michelin's 'Green Paper' from Chengdu on challenges ahead

[2014-12-29 10:20]

To develop a shared vision of sustainable mobility, French tire maker Michelin brought its 12th Challenge Bibendum to Chengdu this year, making China the first country to host the event three times.

Conference will imagine future of the car industry

[2014-12-29 10:16]

Though it has remained basically the same over the past century, the time to redefine the auto industry could have arrived as non-traditional players bring about revolutionary changes.

Slowing growth for auto imports

[2014-12-29 10:14]

Vehicle imports will likely decelerate in China as the economy slows and dealers attempt to move out existing oversupplies of inventory.

VW, Chrysler, GM recall defective vehicles in China

[2014-12-27 10:52]

Volkswagen, Chrysler and General Motors are recalling defective vehicles in China, the country's top quality watchdog said on Friday.

GAC plans expansion in overseas markets

[2014-12-27 09:46]

GAC Motor Co Ltd, will increase its global presence by exporting more of its own-brand vehicles and opening overseas manufacturing facilities, a top company executive said.

Dongfeng Citroën’s C3-XR SUV: graceful beast

[2014-12-26 16:17]

Dongfeng Citroen's first locally manufactured mid-size sport-utility vehicle C3-XR, an SUV that demonstrates power, control and style, hit the Chinese market last week.

BYD's chairman increases stake, may buy more

[2014-12-26 15:56]

Wang Chuanfu, BYD's chairman, president and CEO, bought one million of BYD's Hong Kong-listed shares, raising his stake to 23.1 percent.

Shanghai native makes tiny car with $240

[2014-12-26 11:13]

A 60-year old Shanghai citizen Xu Zhimin made a mini car within 1500 yuan ($241) in two years. The vehicle can run at a top speed of 20 kilometers per hour.

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