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Secondhand vehicle sales expected to soar this year

[2016-03-28 08:17]

Sales of secondhand cars in China are expected to hit a new high this year after the State Council released a guideline on March 25 to stimulate the sector's development.

Qoros sees change at helm amid reshuffle

[2016-03-28 08:16]

Qoros' sales chief quit on March 23, adding to the uncertainty of the young Chinese automaker's future.

Auto executives shifting to Internet companies

[2016-03-28 08:15]

The former vice-president of SAIC Motor Corp is reportedly joining the electric car division of Internet company LeEco.

Guideline addresses monopolies in auto sector

[2016-03-28 08:14]

China is soliciting public opinion on an auto sector antimonopoly draft, a sign that car sellers may face fairer competition and which could give customers more freedom of choice in the world's largest auto market.

Hyundai recalls vehicles in China over faulty wipers

[2016-03-25 17:12]

The recall will involve imported Equus models produced between July 10, 2011 and June 12, 2012 and imported Rohens sedans produced between Aug 1, 2011 and April 30, 2012.

BMW to recall 6,109 vehicles in China

[2016-03-22 10:09]

China's top quality watchdog said on Monday that luxury car maker BMW will recall its imported Mini series in China starting from April 8.

Automaker eyes Russia, Iran markets

[2016-03-22 08:29]

GAC Motor, a plans to build car-assembling facilities overseas to meet the increased demand for Chinese homegrown vehicles, a senior company executive said.

GM to focus on SUVs and MPVs for growth in China

[2016-03-22 07:23]

General Motors is eying SUVs and MPVs to fuel its growth in China as it expects car sales in the country to remain low for years, the automaker said on Monday.

Support for new energy sectors necessary, minister says

[2016-03-21 14:28]

Environmentally-friendly sectors need government's support in their infant stage, when their social benefits outweigh economic benefits.

Guangqi Honda's new Accord hits the market

[2016-03-21 13:41]

Guangqi Honda launched a facelift of its flagship new Accord last week in the carmaker's home city Guangzhou, with upgrades in the powertrain, infotainment system, lighting and more.

Mercedes-Benz brings new V-Class MPV to China

[2016-03-21 11:06]

Mercedes-Benz's new V-Class multi-purpose vehicle had its Chinese premiere in Beijing on Friday.

Two Chinese carmakers make major acquisitions

[2016-03-21 09:43]

Two State-owned Chinese carmakers made major acquisitions last week that experts say will boost their profitability and expand their economic footprints.

Borgward charts new journey to respectability in Chinese market

[2016-03-21 09:35]

German auto brand Borgward has embarked upon a road to restore its former glory, with its starting point the Chinese market and a leader familiar with the world's second-largest economy.

Quality problems with automakers persist

[2016-03-21 09:20]

Though carmakers escaped from being named and shamed in China's annual consumer rights expose, the 315 Evening Gala, on Tuesday, auto-related quality issues are still a pain for many of the country's drivers.

New arrivals: Chery launches Arrizo 5

[2016-03-21 08:08]

Chery Automobile has launched the Arrizo 5 developed on its all-new second-generation platform. The latest sedan is designed to match the quality and technology level of international carmakers.

New arrivals: Dongfeng Renault unveils 1st SUV

[2016-03-21 08:08]

Dongfeng Renault launched its first product, the Kadjar, in the Chinese market on Friday, with the SUV's range of configurations tailored for local customers.

Little-known Joyson throws its hat into global air-bag ring

[2016-03-21 07:51]

The Chinese company has seized on the global air-bag crisis surrounding Japan's Takata by buying an American manufacturer.

More automakers to buy Hunan Corun hybrid powertrains

[2016-03-18 08:06]

Hunan Corun New Energy Co expects a sixfold jump in the number of vehicles it will equip next year with its own gasoline-electric systems as more automakers embrace the technology to meet a deadline for lowering fuel consumption.

Internet giants in race to driverless future

[2016-03-18 07:25]

Baidu and LeEco are squaring up at the start of what could become a classic race to develop the world's first commercial self-driving vehicle.

BMW to transform with new strategy and line-ups

[2016-03-17 15:55]

BMW Group revealed its new Strategy Number One > Next and announced the new line-ups in Munich on Wednesday, following its sixth consecutive record-breaking year in the global market, and 1.6 percent expansion in the Chinese mainland.

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