Saab’s adventure continues – Youngman joins the party
The tempestuous affair that is Saab continues, with another Chinese suitor entering the picture to now make it a three-way deal. The Swedish automaker, owned by Spyker Cars, had been given a …
Fiat to build its dual clutch transmission in China
Fiat will produce its dual clutch transmission in China for its Chinese market vehicles, according to reports - the transmission will be used in vehicles built by Fiat's 50-50 joint venture with …
BAIC interested in acquiring Opel in Europe?
Beijing Automotive Industry Holding is certainly ramping things up - the company, which has joint ventures with Hyundai and Mercedes-Benz to build cars for the Chinese market, is set to launch its …
BAIC to introduce its first electric vehicle in September
Over in China, state-owned carmaker Beijing Automotive Industry Holding Co is set to begin sales of its first electric car in Beijing from September, according to reports. The vehicle is a compact …
BYD to send e6 electric cars to Municipality of Rotterdam
China's electric cars are going places. The nation's EV pioneer BYD has signed a deal with Rotterdam city in the Netherlands to deliver a fleet of e6 electric cars to the city …
Porsche marks 10 years in China with special 911 Turbo S
Click to enlarge Porsche has been in China for a decade and is growing strongly in the world's largest auto market. Demand is outstripping supply, especially for popular models like the Cayenne …
Chinese automakers actively hunting for foreign talent
They're not only snapping up foreign brands, but the Chinese are out to get bright foreign talent as well. It has been reported that two state-owned Chinese automakers started recruiting talent in …
2011 Ford Fiesta introduced in China
Two years after the Ford Fiesta made its debut in China, Changan Ford has launched the upgraded 2011 Fiesta, with changes including a more refined interior, additional tech/features and new colours, as …
China’s Lifan hires Ricardo to make 1.2 turbo DI engine
It's a common perception that Chinese brand cars have unwanted "features" such as poor quality and old technology. But things are fast changing, and this latest piece of news is proof. Chinese …
Kung Fu Panda saves the day! Chinese auto distributor Pang Da pumps 45m euros into Saab, buys stake in Spyker
Cash strapped Saab has a new saviour, just a few days after the deal with Chinese automaker Hawtai fell through. The Swedish brand's owner, Spyker, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) …
Volkswagen’s Chinese JV brand with FAW to be called Kaili
The name has been chosen, and Kaili is the name of FAW-Volkswagen Automotive's JV brand for the Chinese market. According to reports, the first Kaili vehicle on the cards is an electric …
Shanghai VW to roll out new compact premium sedan
There will be a new premium compact sedan for the Chinese market rolled out by Shanghai VW, a joint venture between SAIC and Volkswagen. The new model will have the "most advanced …
Chinese carmakers joining forces to develop car software
A case of united we stand, with a hint of nationalism as well, by the looks of it. The Nikkei reports that in a bid to reduce its industry's dependence on foreign …
BAIC rolls out T60 concept from old Saab platform
Back in December 2009, China's Beijing Auto (BAIC) purchased intellectual property for Saab's 9-5 and 9-3 sedans from General Motors, who no longer wanted the Swedish marque. The $200 million purchase will …
Volkswagen considering new entry-level brand for China
According to a report, Volkswagen is mulling over the addition of a domestic brand in China to work the rapidly-growing entry-level segment. Currently, the brand is not competing in the 20% of …
ARTIGA Concept unveiled in Shanghai – yes, it is what you think it is, a Satria Neo, replete with supercharger!
Proton's Motorsport division lads have certainly been busy bees. The Satria Neo R3 Supercharged seen recently hasn't been the only thing worked on, it seems. Say hello to the ARTIGA Concept, which …
Youngman Europestar L5 based on long wheelbase GEN2 platform launched at Shanghai 2011
Proton's Chinese partner Youngman Europestar showcased the Youngman L5 you see above at the 2011 Shanghai Motorshow happening right now. The Youngman L5 is based on a Proton GEN2 platform with a …
Rolls-Royce Ghost Extended Wheelbase for China market
Chinese bosses love legroom and want lots of it, which is why we see "L" versions of cars like the BMW 5-Series, Audi A6 and Volvo S80. But a long wheelbase version …
Baojun 630 launched in China – sales begin this month
The announcement of the launch of the brand was made last November, with production of its first model beginning the same month. Now, five months on, GM's newest car brand, Baojun, has …
Kia K2 sedan unveiled in Shanghai – only for China?
The Kia K2 revealed in leaked and spyshot photos yesterday has been officially unveiled in Shanghai. Based on the all-new Rio platform, the B-segment sedan is designed and engineered by Kia and …
