GM Will Not Support Chinese Buyout of Saab
Nov 8, 2011
By DETROIT/AMSTERDAM | Mon Nov 7, 2011; Bernie Woodall and Gilbert Kreijger writing for Reuters reported that the owner of Saab cars scrambled on Monday to save a rescue deal for the Swedish auto brand after General Motors Co (GM.N) said it would stop supplying components and technology if two Chinese companies succeed ... Continue reading
Taiwan EV Industry Moving from Parts Manufacture into Original Brands
Nov 3, 2011
Taiwan's electric vehicle (EV) industry is moving from parts manufacturing to marketing Taiwan's own brands, with the island's solid base in information and communication technology (ICT) helping it to make its name on the EV stage. Taiwan is also working vigorously to develop its own EV technology, placing it among co ... Continue reading
Understanding Chinese Car Consumer Behaviour Online
Oct 26, 2011
AdChina, MEC and INS today announced a new research report that aims to understand car consumption in China and the actual online browsing behaviour of Chinese consumers, by five target segments. With the economic take-off of the past 20 plus years, the desire to buy a car is deeply etched into the hearts of Chinese mo ... Continue reading
Richard Wu to Present VLOV at Mercedes-Benz China Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2012
Oct 24, 2011
VLOV, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: VLOV.OB) ("VLOV" or the "Company"), VLOV, Inc., which designs, sources and markets VLOV-brand casual, fashion-forward apparel for men in the People's Republic of China, today announced that the Company will participate in Mercedes-Benz China Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2012 on October 27, ... Continue reading
Oct 17, 2011
Kandi Technologies, Corp. (the 'Company' or 'Kandi') , a leading Chinese supplier of off-road vehicles and developer of pure electric vehicles (EV), today announced that an inauguration ceremony for a new energy vehicle promotional campaign of Jinhua City was sponsored and held by Jinhua Municipal City at the facility ... Continue reading
China Will Lead Electric Vehicle Sales in Asia Pacific by 2015, According to Pike Research
Oct 6, 2011
Across the Asia Pacific region, various national-level initiatives and programs are underway to promote the awareness and adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), including the establishment of aggressive goals, subsidies for EV purchasers, research and development support, tax incentives, and public education programs. In ... Continue reading
SUVs and Pickups Becoming Safer Than Cars and Vans, According to New Crash Test Results +VIDEO
Sep 28, 2011
NEW YORK, September 28 -- Today's SUVs and pickups pose far less risk to people in cars and minivans than previous generations, a new study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety shows. Until recently, SUVs and pickups were more likely than cars or minivans of the same weight to be involved in crashes that kil ... Continue reading
Green Automotive Plans Evaluation of Additional Vehicles
Sep 28, 2011
Green Automotive Company Corporation (OTC: GACR) announced today that it is planning to begin testing an all-electric mini-van, also referred to as a multi-purpose vehicle or MPV" to add to its Eco-friendly, Zero Carbon Emission vehicle product line. 'While we analyze the recent test results from the Sport Utility Ve ... Continue reading
Ford Appoints Schoch Chairman and CEO, Ford China; Kent Named Controller, The Americas
Sep 22, 2011
Ford names David Schoch, controller, The Americas, to the role of chairman and CEO of Ford Motor China, effective Nov. 1 Ford names K.R. Kent, executive director of Investor Relations, to the role of controller, The Americas, effective Nov. 1 Ford names George Sharp, director of Investor Relations, to the role of execu ... Continue reading
Sep 20, 2011
China Electric Motor, Inc. (OTC-PINK: CELM), a Delaware corporation and China-based company that engages in the design, production, marketing and sale of micro motor products, today announced that: Mr. Yue Wang has resigned his positions as President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company and as a member of the Boa ... Continue reading
2011 IAA Frankfurt Motor Show - Exclusive Press Pass Coverage on The Auto Channel
Sep 17, 2011
With TACH's Press Pass Coverage of the Frankfurt Motor Show it's like you were there FRANKFURT - September 13, 2011: Once again The Auto Channel's European team is on-hand to bring you the best and most comprehensive coverage of this important event. We have loads of video, tons of photographs and reams of text stories ... Continue reading
ZAP Jonway Secures Up to $16.33 Million in Bank Lines, Outlines Expansion Strategy
Sep 15, 2011
Zhejiang Jonway Automobile Co., Ltd. (a majority-owned subsidiary of ZAP Jonway (OTC BB: ZAAP), a growing manufacturer of electric vehicles, announced today that it is approved for two credit facilities for a total of $16.33 million in available credit. These credit facilities will be used to support the company's expa ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz World Premieres at the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show +VIDEO
Sep 14, 2011
Mercedes-Benz kicked off the International Auto Show in Frankfurt, IAA, with the world premiere of a truly revolutionary research vehicle - the F 125! - a fuel cell-powered luxury sedan that will make possible emission-free driving in the future. In the year of the 125th anniversary of the automobile, the company that ... Continue reading
Johnson Controls to Build $100 Million Start-Stop Battery Plant in China
Sep 14, 2011
Due to increasing global demand for high-quality automotive batteries for environmentally friendly Start-Stop technology, Johnson Controls is investing $100 million to build a Start-Stop vehicle battery plant in China. The plant will supply global and local automakers in Asia and is expected to start production in earl ... Continue reading
Sep 14, 2011
FRANKFURT, Germany, September 14, 2011 -- For more than six decades, Land Rover has been designing and building 4x4s that define capability, versatility and usability. Like no other vehicle, Defender inspires affection and loyalty the world over. It is the original reconfigurable vehicle, inspiring people to go beyond ... Continue reading
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