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Changan Ford embraces 88 new dealers

[2014-06-20 20:01]

The Sino-US carmaker brought the total dealers to 750. About one-third of Chang'an Ford's sales network is in Central and Western China.

New GAC Fiat plant to double production and build Jeeps

[2014-06-20 13:35]

GAC Fiat's second plant broke ground on Wednesday in Guangzhou, Guangdong province. The new plant is set to start producing the latest Jeep global models beginning June 2016.

Fastest electric car edges closer to launch

[2014-06-19 14:36]

Detroit Electric, the international electric vehicle manufacturer, is finalizing dynamic testing of its SP:01 pure-electric sports car at a facility in Europe ahead of its introduction in several world markets.

Flexible financing turns Mercedes dream into a reality

[2014-06-16 07:08]

German vehicle producer Mercedes-Benz is offering an innovative financing solution, called Agility, to help people upgrade their cars without worrying about complications or losing money.

Test drive on China's ancient trade routes with Rolls-Royce

[2014-06-16 07:08]

Following the debut of the Pinnacle Travel Phantom in Beijing at the end of April, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars continues to bring Chinese customers ultimate luxury with its Signature Journey - National Test Drive Roadshow.

Bumpy start for plan to regulate taxi-calling apps

[2014-06-16 07:08]

Thirty-one-year old Beijing office clerk Liang Ping is having an especially busy June. She is required to cook every single day this month for her husband.

Beijing car plate 'yin and yang'

[2014-06-16 07:08]

The city began the lottery system to limit car purchases and ease traffic congestion in 2011. With a continuously expanding applicant base, it is increasingly difficult to get a plate in the capital city.

Chang'an recalls 37,861 vehicles in China

[2014-06-14 11:20]

Chang'an Automobile started to recall 37,861 Eulove vehicles in China on Friday to fix a battery defect, the country's consumer quality watchdog said.

Mitsubishi recalls 920k cars globally

[2014-06-13 13:19]

Mitsubishi Motors Corp is recalling about 920,000 vehicles globally for a glitch in the light switch that could prevent headlights and blinkers from working, the car maker said on Thursday.

Ford lowers fuel economy rating for 6 models

[2014-06-13 13:09]

Ford Motor Co said on Thursday it was lowering the fuel economy ratings on six of its models, including a number of hybrids, and would reimburse owners for the difference.

Kuaidi taxi app offers cash vouchers

[2014-06-12 16:57]

People who book a taxi and pay via Kuaidadi, or Kuaidi Taxi, app between June 11 and June 17 will get a voucher valued between one to 10 yuan.

Venezuela to open Chinese Yutong bus factory in 2015

[2014-06-12 15:15]

Venezuelan government officials and representatives of Chinese firm Yutong held a meeting Wednesday to discuss the creation of a joint venture to build and operate a bus factory.

Tesla charges out of the gate in Beijing CBD

[2014-06-12 03:36]

US electric car producer Tesla Motors Inc inked an agreement on Wednesday with real estate developer China Yintai Holdings Ltd to collaborate on a destination charging project.

China to ditch dirty vehicles

[2014-06-11 10:11]

China plans to remove 6 million high-emission vehicles off the road this year to reduce pollution, the Ministry of Environmental Protection said on Tuesday.

Automotive financing steers steady course

[2014-06-11 07:01]

Automotive finance companies have grown rapidly in China during the past decade with total assets expanding more than 40 times compared with 2005, a new report said.

May brings joy to car companies

[2014-06-11 07:01]

China's passenger vehicle sales accelerated in May with the highest monthly rate this year, indicating further growth in the domestic market this year.

Volvo: On track to lower-key luxury

[2014-06-09 07:13]

Entering its "second stage in China", Volvo hopes to offer a new lifestyle that combines eco-friendly concepts, luxury, sportiness and a bond with the nature and family.

VW brings soccer and skills to youth in need

[2014-06-09 07:13]

Volkswagen is lending a helping hand in China's underdeveloped regions by offering local youth the chance to play high-level soccer and study the latest in automotive technology.

Leading the charge to e-mobility

[2014-06-09 07:13]

More charging poles will be installed in neighborhoods and public areas in Beijing to promote private use of electric vehicles, said participants in the recent Beijing-Berlin E-Mobility Conference.

Expansion work starts on VW's Ningbo base

[2014-06-09 07:13]

Construction started on Shanghai Volkswagen's expanded production base in Hangzhou Bay New Zone, Ningbo, in East China's Zhejiang province, on May 27.

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