Stephan Altrichter Appointed Head of Porsche Schweiz
29 Apr 2010, 13:43 UTC · By: Daniel Patrascu / German carmaker Porsche announced today the appointment of Stephan Altrichter, former managing director of the Berlin and Potsdam Porsche centre, to the role of manager for Porsche's Swiss sale...
Tesla to Announce the Location of Its West Coast Plant
29 Apr 2010, 13:47 UTC · By: Dan Mihalascu / Tesla Motors will announce in the next several weeks the exact location of the plant to produce its electric vehicles, CEO Elon Musk told Automotive News yesterday. Tesla's first mass productio...
Sauber to Become Deeply Involved in F1 Team
29 Apr 2010, 13:21 UTC · By: Ovidiu Panzariu / Swiss businessman Peter Sauber hinted this week that his involvement in the BMW Sauber-Ferrari team might become more serious than initially expected. Following BMW's exit from the Formula One ...
Classic MINI Gets New OE Parts from XPart
29 Apr 2010, 12:51 UTC · By: Alina Dumitrache / Xpart, a subsidiary of Caterpillar Logistics Services UK Limited, announced today it has introduced a range of new front and rear bumpers as well as bonnet bars for the Classic MINI. The supplier sa...
Ford Turkey Back on Track
29 Apr 2010, 12:38 UTC · By: Daniel Patrascu / After a very troubled 2009, characterized by productions freezes and negative sales and production numbers, Ford's Turkish operation seem to be on the road to recovery. The Ford Otosan joint ve...
World Premiere of the All-New Hyundai Elantra/Avante
29 Apr 2010, 12:50 UTC · By: Dan Mihalascu / Hyundai has unveiled the 2011 Elantra (known as the Avante in South Korea) at the Busan Motor Show in its home country. This is the fifth generation of the popular compact car, Hyundai’s best-...
Gallardo LP 570-4 Superleggera at Expo 2010 Shanghai
29 Apr 2010, 12:14 UTC · By: Alina Dumitrache / As the main sponsor of Bologna city’s stand at Expo 2010 Shanghai, Automobili Lamborghini will also be showcasing the newly launched Gallardo LP 570-4 Superleggera, as a symbol of Bologna&rsqu...
Porsche Expanding Consulting Business in Brazil
29 Apr 2010, 12:12 UTC · By: Andrei Tutu / Porsche’s consulting arm will expand its business in Brazil, as the company will open its second subsidiary in the country. Porsche Consulting has implemented efficient management strategie...
Hyundai Ranked Higher in Forbes Top
29 Apr 2010, 11:26 UTC · By: Andrei Tutu / Hyundai Motor Company has climbed eight spots to become the 188th leading company in the world, according to an annual list of the top 2,000 leading global companies published by Forbes magazine. ...
Renault Kangoo Van Maxi and Trafic Phase 3 UK Pricing Released
29 Apr 2010, 12:12 UTC · By: Alina Dumitrache / Renault Van’s British division announced today pricing and specification for the new long wheelbase Kangoo Van Maxi, as well as for the facelifted version of the Trafic Phase 3. Both new range...
It's Michelin Vs. Cooper Avon for the 2011 F1 Deal
29 Apr 2010, 10:58 UTC · By: Ovidiu Panzariu / The Formula One Teams Association (FOTA) met during the course of this week to discuss several topics of top importance for the future of the sport, including the return of the Kinetic Energy Recove...
50th Anniversary Ford Falcon invasion
29 Apr 2010, 10:51 UTC · By: Daniel Patrascu / As Ford's Falcon model enters its second half century on existence, the American manufacturer is gearing up for a frantic Falcon summer, with no less than 6 special models dedicated to the occa...
BMW Plans DTM Entry in 2012 with M3
29 Apr 2010, 10:29 UTC · By: Ovidiu Panzariu / For the first time in the last few months, BMW confirmed their interest in joining the DTM series. However, according to the marque's motorsport director Mario Theissen, a potential entry into ...
Setra Busses Meet EEV Standards without Particulate Filters
29 Apr 2010, 10:35 UTC · By: Andrei Tutu / Daimler announced that its Neu-Ulm Setra touring coaches and rural buses will optionally be available for delivery starting from October 2010 in compliance with the EEV emissions standard without a ...
Parrot PS7-Aux Car Kit Now Available
29 Apr 2010, 10:47 UTC · By: Alina Dumitrache / Wireless mobile phone devices manufacturer Parrot yesterday introduced a new addition to its ProSeries product range, namely the PS7-Aux. Specifically, the hands-free car kit is addressed to automot...
Spyker to Enter the Chinese Car Market
29 Apr 2010, 10:29 UTC · By: Dan Mihalascu / Spyker Cars announced that it plans to enter the the booming Chinese luxury auto market. The Dutch sportscar maker has taken the first steps to make an entrance into the world’s largest car ma...
Gronholm Will Not Compete in 2010 Rally Portugal
29 Apr 2010, 10:08 UTC · By: Ovidiu Panzariu / Former World Rally champion Marcus Gronholm denied the recent reports that he's considering a late entry into the 2010 Rally Portugal, due to take place between May 28-30. The rally organizers ...
Audi Partners with Desertec
29 Apr 2010, 10:15 UTC · By: Daniel Patrascu / In an attempt to increase its involvement in the renewable electricity sector, German carmaker Audi announced today it has signed a partnership agreement with the Desertec Industrial Initiative, an ...
Renault's Motrio Tire Range is Successful
29 Apr 2010, 10:18 UTC · By: Andrei Tutu / Back in January 2010, Renault has launched Motrio, its own tire range, introducing it to France, Portugal, Germany, Turkey, Romania, Spain and Belgium. The initiative made Renault the first and o...
First Ever Series Production Motorcycle Sold for 86,200 Pounds
29 Apr 2010, 10:16 UTC · By: Alina Dumitrache / The first ever self-powered two-wheeled vehicle that reached series production is the Hildebrand & Wolfmuller in 1894. One ‘barn find’ example has recently been sold at a Bonhams auc...