Guangzhou's car quota hurts more than helps industry

2012-08-07 14:22:30

The government of Guangzhou has decided to emulate Beijing and Shanghai by clamping down on the number of cars on the road.

Despite bumps in the road, auto market powers ahead

2012-07-23 16:39:53

Despite concerns about overall slowing in China's economy, passenger vehicle sales increased 15.6 percent in June to 1.18 million units, helping boost half-year figures by 8.6 percent year-on-year.

Will car industry get over speed bump?

2012-07-20 16:34:21

A slowing economy and the exit of stimulus policies have put brakes on China's auto industry, sending auto sales to a historical low.

For auto dealer, sun rises in the west

2012-07-14 17:26:32

Most auto dealers have been having a rough time, but China Grand Auto has continued to make big inroads, thanks to its sales in central and western parts of the country.

Dealer services crucial

2012-07-09 16:55:36

While China's automotive market is the largest in the world, it may also be the most difficult to manage - for both manufacturers and sellers.

Owning a car a fading dream in China?

2012-07-07 15:18:11

Over the years their dreams of car ownership have become increasingly realizable. Due to local policies, however, even if they can afford to buy one, often they can't legally do so.

VW slips a gear, then replaces China CEO

2012-07-02 15:02:17

But VW has now found itself in difficult situation that threatens to jeopardize its enviable position.

Rising sales, but dealers feel crunch

2012-06-26 14:09:58

The market moved forward in May as light vehicle sales rose 18 percent over a year earlier to 1.6 million units.

VW reshuffle reflects market's power

2012-06-11 08:02:57

In a move that shows China's increasing importance in Volkswagen's global strategy, the auto giant recently announced it will establish a new management board for its operations in the country.

No local production for Subaru

2012-05-28 15:07:28

Fuji's latest announcement revealed the company has dropped plans to manufacture vehicles in China after failing to secure government approval for a joint venture.

Marketing crucial as sales cool

2012-05-21 07:48:16

Stronger growth in light vehicles sales in April was no great surprise, but concerns remain about the overall market weakness in the first four months of 2012.

Losses at more dealers as market tightens

2012-05-07 13:57:20

The number of profitable auto dealerships in China dropped by 18 percentage points last year, according to a recently released survey by JD Power Asia Pacific.