Auto News Apr 2009

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Auto dealers hope Americans will step up to help their industry
With the U.S. auto industry on the ropes, consumer finances in a pinch and the economy still weak, local car dealers are trying to figure out how to get shoppers to buy their vehicles. (Wed, 01 Apr 2009 00:28:12 GMT)

Obama policies aggravating auto industry troubles?
A member of Congress representing Michigan, the state hit hardest by the collapse of the automobile industry, says the White House needs to be clear about what it wants from the industry. (Wed, 01 Apr 2009 03:56:37 GMT)

EU countries bail out auto industry
As impacts of the international financial crisis on the manufacturing industry continue to grow, major auto producing countries in Europe have launched respective bailout plans for their automobile industries one after another. Some of these plans are already in effect, while others are awaiting the approval of the European Commission. &$ &$France tries to consolidate its national auto ... (Wed, 01 Apr 2009 06:19:14 GMT)

Obama Needs to Be More ‘Aggressive’ on Banks, Autos, Baker Says
“They should be more aggressive in terms of the financial institutions,” Baker, 78, said on Bloomberg Television’s “Conversations with Judy Woodruff ” airing today. Some form of pre-arranged bankruptcy is “what should have happened with the automobile industry.” (Wed, 01 Apr 2009 12:25:29 GMT)

Auto industry issued its final chance
1 WASHINGTON (AP) - President Barack Obama's extraordinary auto industry intervention is assertive and coldly pragmatic, with a dose of caution and a sentimental nod to the automobile's place in the American psyche. Obama's curt rejection of General Motors' and Chrysler's restructuring plans and his abrupt move to muscle out GM's CEO set the stage for a major realignment of the U. (Wed, 01 Apr 2009 15:23:28 GMT)

The future of the U.S. auto industry
Two longtime auto industry experts discuss President Obama's latest actions to save General Motors and Chrysler, talk about how we got to this point, and predict what the future holds for the U.S auto industry. (Wed, 01 Apr 2009 17:33:15 GMT)

Glimmer of hope in March's steep automobile sales drop
DETROIT - Talk of government loans and bankruptcy and a 37 percent drop in March sales isn't good news, but despite it all, there seems to be a little optimism returning to the U.S. auto industry. Carmakers' March sales were dismal compared with last year, but consumers lured by record incentives pushed the February-to-March increase above the normal rise that comes at the end of winter. (Thu, 02 Apr 2009 04:05:55 GMT)

America's auto industry will rise again
Washington -- I am looking for light at the end of a long and exceptionally dark tunnel. Finding it isn't easy, as indicated by last month's 41.4 percent drop in U.S.-market new-vehicle sales. That was the lowest February posting since 1976, when the automobile industry began reporting monthly sales numbers in the United States. (Thu, 02 Apr 2009 05:10:32 GMT)

Maruti Mar. Sales Up; Hero Honda, TVS Motors Maintain Sales Tempo
(RTTNews) - The Indian automobile industry continued to show a positive growth trend in March, mainly driven by the stimulus packages announced by the Indian Government and easier auto loans by public sector banks. (Thu, 02 Apr 2009 08:43:13 GMT)

German Jan-Mar Car Registrations +18% On Year - VDA
FRANKFURT -(Dow Jones)- German car registrations for the period between January to March rose 18% on the year to 868,000 units, said the German automobile industry association VDA. (Thu, 02 Apr 2009 11:42:14 GMT)

China to restructure auto industry
China says it wants to boost its automobile industry by reducing the number of companies through mergers. (Thu, 02 Apr 2009 22:15:47 GMT)

Allstate, State Farm Favor New Proposal for U.S. Insurer Rules
April 2 (Bloomberg) -- Allstate Corp. and State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co., the largest U.S. home and auto insurers, are among firms supporting a congressional proposal to shift industry oversight from states to the federal government. (Thu, 02 Apr 2009 23:08:15 GMT)

Auto industry a step back;Maruti, M&M sales up, Hyundai, Tata in red
New Delhi, Apr 2 : After marching northwards for nearly two months, the auto industry seems to have moved a step back, with carmakers, including Hyundai, Tata Motors, Bajaj Auto registering a dip in sales for the month of March. (Fri, 03 Apr 2009 04:20:09 GMT)

Auto industry needs tough love
Many believe THAT President Barack Obama had some harsh words for the U.S. auto industry in his news conference on Monday. But if you listened closely, it became apparent that his message was one of tough love and support. (Fri, 03 Apr 2009 07:16:57 GMT)

Diversions ahead for North America's auto world
North America is entering a period of severe chaos in the automobile industry supply chain that will shut down car factories repeatedly for hours or days at a time, wipe out hundreds of parts companies and cause psychological torment for thousands of workers. (Fri, 03 Apr 2009 12:54:19 GMT)

Survey Shows Public Very Aware Of Auto Industry Troubles
TUSTIN, Calif. April 3, 2009: A national Internet survey conducted between March 31 and April 1 reveals that the American public is extremely aware of the current challenges facing the American automobile industry and the Obama administration’s actions to confront them. (Fri, 03 Apr 2009 17:07:29 GMT)

Another View: How to Save General Motors
We have previously written about two different proposals to save whatever may remain of the American automobile manufacturing industry that has the potential to become viable. (Fri, 03 Apr 2009 19:33:57 GMT)

Auto industry problems hit close to home
It is impossible to turn the television on these days without hearing the latest financial outlook for the automobile industry. When we hear that the CEO of GM has been forced to step down and that GM plans to close 2,000 dealerships by 2012, we know it is an uphill battle for the owners of dealerships such as McConnell Chevrolet. (Sat, 04 Apr 2009 03:01:48 GMT)

Obama's Wallow in the Automobile Industry
The Constitution enumerates three requirements for those who would be president (they must be natural-born citizens, at least 35 and a resident within the country for 14 years) and now the government's thrashing about in the economy imposes a fourth: Presidents must be able to speak pluperfect nonsense with a straight face, lest the country understand what the government is doing. Obfuscation ... (Sat, 04 Apr 2009 03:30:56 GMT)

Pundits Unfairly Target American Automakers
The Mob of Pundits (MOP) is out to lynch the domestic automobile industry. (Sat, 04 Apr 2009 11:33:38 GMT)

Warren Brown's Car Culture
The $17.4 billion bailout loan approved for the automobile industry will accelerate a restructuring that has been in progress for nearly 15 years. (Sat, 04 Apr 2009 11:34:18 GMT)

Signs of a Resurrection
I am looking for light at the end of a long and exceptionally dark tunnel. Finding it isn't easy, as indicated by last month's 41.4 percent drop in U.S.-market new-vehicle sales. That was the lowest February posting since 1976, when the automobile industry began reporting monthly sales numbers in the United States. (Sat, 04 Apr 2009 11:36:29 GMT)

Diversions ahead for North America's auto world
North America is entering a period of severe chaos in the automobile industry supply chain that will shut down car factories repeatedly for hours or days at a time, wipe out hundreds of parts companies and cause psychological torment for thousands of workers. (Sat, 04 Apr 2009 12:09:41 GMT)

INDUSTRY & ECONOMY
INDUSTRY ASSOCIATIONS: Exports in March seen at $12-14 b: Pillai ‘Recession in developed markets led to demand slump’. New Delhi, April 4 The country’s merchandise exports may have achieved the scale-down target of $170 billion during the just-ended fiscal year 2008-09, a top commerce ... (Sat, 04 Apr 2009 18:21:01 GMT)

Auto parts industry begins fiscal on a note of ‘cautious optimism’
Most players in the industry believe that the market has bottomed out and an upswing, albeit feeble, is on the cards. Chennai, April 4 After the “worst ever” year ended with some encouraging signs, the auto components industry is beginning the new financial year on a note of “cautious optimism”. (Sat, 04 Apr 2009 18:24:31 GMT)

Few in White House appear to drive American cars
A parking lot survey turns up five U.S.-made vehicles out of 23. Oops, it seems that many on President Obama’s team, including those seeking to save the American automobile industry, do not actually drive vehicles from the American automobile industry. (Sat, 04 Apr 2009 19:02:51 GMT)

Honda cutting costs to weather auto industry storm
Challenging times for the U.S. auto industry aren't limited to General Motors, Chrysler and the city of Detroit. (Sat, 04 Apr 2009 23:16:53 GMT)

Car industry needs a booster dose
The economic recession has suddenly slowed down India's booming car industry. To revive it and to make India a global hub for small car production, the government needs to provide some sops to the industry. (Sun, 05 Apr 2009 20:23:31 GMT)

The mental toll
WASHINGTON — As it provides assistance to the financial sector and leads a restructuring of the American automobile industry, the federal government now is offering advice on how to cope with the pressures of the economic downturn. (Mon, 06 Apr 2009 04:16:54 GMT)

Diversions ahead for North America's auto world
North America is entering a period of severe chaos in the automobile industry supply chain that will shut down car factories repeatedly for hours or days at a time, wipe out hundreds of parts companies and cause psychological torment for thousands of workers. (Mon, 06 Apr 2009 06:28:37 GMT)

U.S. leader Hoyer embraces auto incentives
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Legislation aimed at invigorating automobile sales in the midst of a deep economic recession is likely to be debated by the U.S. House of Representatives in coming weeks, House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer said on Thursday. (Mon, 06 Apr 2009 07:40:59 GMT)

China automobile parts and accessories manufacturing industry company database (Top 10)
This report contains top 20 (by sales) companies in the industry. The whole list is available upon request. Wanxiang Group Corporation Beijing Hyundai Mobis Automotive Parts Co., Ltd. (Mon, 06 Apr 2009 09:39:19 GMT)

WNS Assistance Partners With Automobile Association to Provide Accident Management Support
WNS Limited, a leading provider of global business process outsourcing services, today announced that WNS Assistance, a WNS group company specializing in insurance claims management, has entered into a contract with UK-based Automobile Association Accident Management. (Mon, 06 Apr 2009 12:00:00 GMT)

WNS Assistance Partners With Automobile Association to Provide Accident Management Support
LONDON--(Marketwire - April 6, 2009) - WNS (Holdings) Limited ( NYSE : WNS ), a leading provider of global business process outsourcing (BPO) services, today announced that WNS Assistance ("WNSA"), a WNS group company specializing in insurance claims management, has entered into a contract with UK-based Automobile Association ("AA") Accident Management. Under the terms of the relationship, the ... (Mon, 06 Apr 2009 12:39:24 GMT)

MPi Automotive Retail Industry Advisory Council Gathers Team of Powerful Industry Leaders
Mobile Productivity, Inc., a leading provider of profitability tools for auto dealer service departments, announced today that since its inauguration in March 2007, the MPi Industry Advisory Council has grown into a powerful group of industry leaders. (Mon, 06 Apr 2009 14:30:00 GMT)

WNS Assistance Partners With Automobile Association to Provide Accident Management Support
LONDON--(Marketwire - April 6, 2009) - WNS (Holdings) Limited ( NYSE : WNS ), a leading provider of global business process outsourcing (BPO) services, today announced that WNS Assistance ("WNSA"), a WNS group company specializing in insurance claims management, has entered into a contract with UK-based Automobile Association ("AA") Accident Management. Under the terms of the relationship, the ... (Mon, 06 Apr 2009 17:18:53 GMT)

Imported car sales dive 26%
Sales of imported motor vehicles, including those made at Japanese carmakers' overseas plants, dived 26.8 percent in March from the year before to 23,218 units, an industry body said Monday. The number represents the 11th consecutive monthly fall, the Japan Automobile Importers Association said. Read the full story (Mon, 06 Apr 2009 20:59:34 GMT)

Diversions ahead for North America's auto world
North America is entering a period of severe chaos in the automobile industry supply chain that will shut down car factories repeatedly for hours or days at a time, wipe out hundreds of parts companies and cause psychological torment for thousands of workers. (Mon, 06 Apr 2009 23:16:11 GMT)

Nano launch will boost Indian auto industry: India Inc
Nano launch will boost Indian auto industry: India IncNano launch will boost Indian auto industry: India Inc (Tue, 07 Apr 2009 10:15:47 GMT)

Auto industry growth stays flat as CV sales take a hit
If it were two-wheelers in 2007-08, it has been commercial vehicles that have played a spoil sport for the Indian automobile industry in 2008-09. (Tue, 07 Apr 2009 20:36:52 GMT)

Local auto sales increase
There is some welcome and encouraging news for Birmingham-area automobile dealers as the newest sales numbers released by a local industry organization report an upturn in car sales over the past month. (Tue, 07 Apr 2009 23:32:22 GMT)

India's March car sales rise 1 pct y/y - industry
NEW DELHI, April 8 (Reuters) - Car sales in India rose 1 percent in March from a year earlier, an industry body said on Wednesday, helped by cheaper credit, government stimulus packages and rural demand. (Wed, 08 Apr 2009 06:13:30 GMT)

India's 09/10 car sales seen up 3-5 pct-industry
* 2009-10 passenger vehicle sales seen up 3-5 pct (Wed, 08 Apr 2009 09:51:04 GMT)

Diversions ahead for North America's auto world
North America is entering a period of severe chaos in the automobile industry supply chain that will shut down car factories repeatedly for hours or days at a time, wipe out hundreds of parts companies and cause psychological torment for thousands of workers. (Wed, 08 Apr 2009 11:54:04 GMT)

India car sales edge higher in March
Indian passenger car sales growth edged higher in March from a year earlier but commercial vehicle sales plummeted, reflecting a worsening economy, industry figures showed Wednesday. (Wed, 08 Apr 2009 12:56:24 GMT)

Passenger car, two-wheeler sales rise; CVs decline 22%
The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers has projected single-digit growth for different segments of the automobile industry in 2009-10, if consumer sentiments continue to improve. (Wed, 08 Apr 2009 20:27:10 GMT)

Auto industry inches ahead on stimulus push
Auto industry inches ahead on stimulus pushAuto industry inches ahead on stimulus push (Wed, 08 Apr 2009 22:16:25 GMT)

No easy road for U.S. auto industry
Greener and fuel-efficient cars alone won't save Detroit, experts say. Higher oil prices and more popular designs are needed too. President Obama's threat to cut off government loans and bring on bankruptcy has given him unprecedented leverage to realize his vision of Detroit as the world leader in greener cars. (Thu, 09 Apr 2009 03:32:41 GMT)

Aid Program for Suppliers Starts With $3.5 Billion in Loans to G.M. and Chrysler
The Treasury Department said on Wednesday that it had made as much as $5 billion available to help automotive parts makers survive the industry’s worst sales slump in decades. (Thu, 09 Apr 2009 11:23:46 GMT)

China auto sales hit record 1.11 million in March
China's auto sales hit a monthly record of 1.11 million vehicles in March, exceeding U.S. sales for the third month in a row, as tax cuts and rebates for small car purchases lured buyers back into showrooms, according to industry figures. (Thu, 09 Apr 2009 11:31:28 GMT)

As states investigate extended auto warranty industry, consumers launch class-action suit against Wentzville firm
A Wentzville company accused of duping consumers into buying auto-service contracts is facing mounting pressure to change its marketing practices, which consumer advocates have dismissed as deceptive and, possibly, illegal. (Thu, 09 Apr 2009 13:54:01 GMT)

Grange Insurance in Production with DecisionMaker Rating Analyzer for Commercial Auto
HONOLULU----Decision Research Corporation , a rating and policy processing software solution provider to the property & casualty insurance industry, announced today that Grange Insurance has successfully implemented DRC's DecisionMaker™ Rating Analyzer for its commercial automobile program. (Thu, 09 Apr 2009 18:24:00 GMT)

Cadwalader, Sonnenschein Hired by U.S. for Auto Industry Advice
April 9 (Bloomberg) -- Cadwalader Wickersham & Taft LLP and two other law firms won contracts valued at as much as $8.59 million each to advise the U.S. government on plans to restructure and finance the nation’s auto industry. (Thu, 09 Apr 2009 19:42:55 GMT)

Global automobile slump? Not in Baghdad
Business not bombs is booming at Baghdad car dealerships, as well-heeled Iraqis are indulging in a passion long out of reach - spiffy, new cars.BMWs, Nissans, Hyundais and even military-style Hummers are now weaving around the shabby, smoke-belching wrecks and donkey carts that have clogged the streets over two decades of sanctions and war. (Fri, 10 Apr 2009 07:14:13 GMT)

Audi's new A5/S5 convertibles are a bunch of softies:
When Audi's line of A5 and S5 convertibles hits these shores in October, they will feature something most other luxury cabriolets don't have: an old-fashioned soft top. (Fri, 10 Apr 2009 11:37:00 EST)

Hot diesel: Porsche drops an oil burner into the Cayenne :
For years, rumors suggested that Porsche would drop a diesel into the Cayenne. It seemed obvious. (Fri, 10 Apr 2009 11:51:00 EST)

Can’t drive 55? We go 200 mph, and you can, too--maybe:
One of the few animals you don’t expect to see in the middle of the Everglades is a white elephant, but there it is. A couple of miles north of U.S. Highway 41, between Miami and Naples, Fla., you’ll find the Everglades Jetport. (Fri, 10 Apr 2009 13:36:00 EST)

NEWS BRAKE: Friday, April 10:
In today's News Brake: Uncle Sam goes on a buying spree for new cars; we take one last lap around the New York auto show and check out the Mitsubishi Outlander GT Prototype, Kia Forte Koup and Mercedes-Benz E230 diesel; and check out the new... (Fri, 10 Apr 2009 14:18:00 EST)

Ex Ford, Mazda designer to head styling at Renault:
Former Ford Motor and Mazda designer Laurens van den Acker will succeed Patrick le Quement as head of design at French automaker Renault. (Fri, 10 Apr 2009 14:27:00 EST)

U.S. Mitsubishi dealers will get electric vehicles:
Mitsubishi Motor Corp. will introduce a small electric car to sell at its U.S. dealerships. (Fri, 10 Apr 2009 14:38:00 EST)

Ford Fiesta sedan for U.S. market gets minor changes:
Ford is busy courting the youth population as potential buyers for the new Fiesta--it has brought 100 Fiesta five-doors over from Europe and loaned them to people for extended test drives. (Fri, 10 Apr 2009 15:01:00 EST)

Most Newsworthy Moments of the Financial Meltdown
The economic crisis that exploded last September has become the overwhelmingly dominant story in the U.S. media. On any given week, the narrative can shift from the housing market to the financial sector or from the troubled automobile industry to the stimulus battle in Washington. (Fri, 10 Apr 2009 15:34:18 GMT)

BMW crowns 7-series lineup with new V12 model at New York auto show:
BMW has added a new range-topping model to its latest 7-series lineup in the form of the twin-turbocharged 6.0-liter V12-powered 760i. (Fri, 10 Apr 2009 15:52:00 EST)

The next F1: McLaren plans replacement for legendary supercar:
Formula One powerhouse McLaren secretly has begun work on a replacement for its legendary F1 supercar, while it also gears up to become a mainstream sports-car maker. (Wed, 1 Apr 2009 04:30:00 EST)

Hyundai Nuvis concept set for New York auto show debut:
Hyundai says there is a new crossover in its product plans for the future, and will offer up a hint of what it may look like with the Nuvis HCD-11 concept at the New York auto show next week. (Wed, 1 Apr 2009 06:57:00 EST)

Ford reshuffles design execs: Callum takes over Americas, Horbury back to Volvo:
Ford is reshuffling its design lineup, naming Moray Callum executive director for its Americas operations, replacing Peter Horbury, who returns Volvo. (Wed, 1 Apr 2009 09:36:00 EST)

Green Cars: Report on hybrid and other alternative fuel cars
In terms of green car technology, North America is just catching up to the rest of the world. As green technology costs come in line with the value to the consumer, we'll probably see more eco-friendly cars hit the street. Whether it's gasoline-electric hybrids, hydrogen fuel cells, electric, new-generation diesel or the next big thing, AutoWeek cover it on these pages. (Wed, 1 Apr 2009 09:52:55 EST)

California Senate insurance panel hires former State Farm lawyer
Consumer activists criticize close links between government and industry. Sen. Ron Calderon defends his appointment. A state legislative committee overseeing the insurance industry has hired a former lawyer for State Farm as a top advisor, alarming consumer activists who say the move is the latest spin of a busy revolving door between government and the industry. (Sat, 11 Apr 2009 00:40:06 GMT)

Downturn may force global mergers But can carmakers strike a good deal?
AS the world comes to grips with the toughest recession since World War II, the global car industry may experience a slew of consolidations in an effort to stabilise itself and avoid further slump. (Sat, 11 Apr 2009 01:07:31 GMT)

Economy car a hit in India
In India, customers are lining up to buy the world's least expensive car, the Nano, which went on sale this week. The impact the Nano is expected to have a positive effect on the auto industry, which is facing a worldwide slump in sales. (Sat, 11 Apr 2009 02:25:06 GMT)

NEWS BRAKE: Friday, April 10:
In today's News Brake: Uncle Sam goes on a buying spree for new cars; we take one last lap around the New York auto show and check out the Mitsubishi Outlander GT Prototype, Kia Forte Koup and Mercedes-Benz E230 diesel; and check out the new... (Sat, 11 Apr 2009 04:30:00 EST)

Car exports up 57.04 per cent, 2 wheelers 22.50 per cent in FY09
New Delhi, Apr 10 : Despite the global auto industry looking for cover amid recession, car manufacturers of the country managed to keep exports high with the industry witnessing a 57.04 per cent surge in exports of car and 22.50 per cent for two wheelers. (Sat, 11 Apr 2009 04:36:45 GMT)

Maeda named new Mazda design boss, replacing van den Acker:
Ikuo Maeda is the new head of design at Mazda Motor Corp. (Wed, 1 Apr 2009 11:29:00 EST)

Government expecting $5.627 billion inflow through 13 projects
ISLAMABAD (April 12 2009): The government is expecting $5.627 billion inflow through 13 projects, which are in the pipeline. According to Board of Investment, the projects in the pipeline are of trade, construction, steel, infrastructure, automobile, telecom, power and banking sectors. (Sat, 11 Apr 2009 23:29:08 GMT)

April Fool’s Day Roundup: Yuk it up!:
There’s been no shortage of levity today in the auto world--a welcome relief from the daily dirge. Just for laughs, let’s run through a few: (Wed, 1 Apr 2009 13:28:00 EST)

The AutoWeek list: Foolish cars we should never have bought, but did :
2001 Pontiac Aztek (Wed, 1 Apr 2009 13:41:00 EST)

Scion iQ concept spotted prior to New York auto show unveiling:
Toyota's Scion brand has been busy overhauling its lineup over the past year. We've gotten a reworked xB and the new xD. (Wed, 1 Apr 2009 13:42:00 EST)

Ford, GM post biggest drops, industry sales slump continues:
Ford Motor Co. and General Motors posted the sharpest sales declines among major automakers as the industry headed toward its sixth straight monthly drop of more than 30 percent. (Wed, 1 Apr 2009 16:46:00 EST)

Bill O'Brien: Sense of urgency for tourism
Michigan's automotive industry finds itself on the brink of irrelevance. More look to the state's tourism trade to take up economic slack created by the auto industry's free-fall. A growing number of former manufacturing workers find themselves in start-up businesses or service jobs. (Sun, 12 Apr 2009 02:08:50 GMT)

Optimism during a troubled economy
The trials and tribulations of the American automobile industry have been well-documented during the ongoing economic struggle. (Sun, 12 Apr 2009 04:20:49 GMT)

Automobile industry to suffer impact of crisis
12 April 2009 The car industry will see massive worldwide job losses because of the economic crisis and the UAE will not escape the cutbacks, said Michel Ayat, CEO of Arabian Automobiles. (Sun, 12 Apr 2009 04:49:29 GMT)

Car dealers entice buyers with incentives
Auto manufacturers and dealers are promising you the world right now in an effort to restart the industry's engine. (Sun, 12 Apr 2009 05:16:29 GMT)

Buying a car? With lots of incentives, now might be time
Auto manufacturers and dealers are promising you the world right now in an effort to restart the industry’s engine. They’ll make your car payments if you lose your job. They’ll give you an interest-free loan. (Sun, 12 Apr 2009 05:27:32 GMT)

Leasing of cars still driving market
12 April 2009 Drivers who find it difficult to obtain car loans are increasingly turning to economy leasing, according to industry sources. (Sun, 12 Apr 2009 07:04:55 GMT)

Shipbuilding cause and effect: Economic pain permeates various sectors
The intertwining stories, told by the people affected, that comprise the larger picture of an economy and industry under duress: (Sun, 12 Apr 2009 09:12:08 GMT)

Insurers prepare for SOX-like audit rules in 2010
A new model audit rule for non-publicly traded insurance companies — basically their version of Sarbanes Oxley — takes effect in January for companies with $500 million or more in premium volume. But some big players, including Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, the State Compensation Insurance Fund, Delta Dental of California and affiliates, Fireman’s Fund and the California State Automobile ... (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 04:17:02 GMT)

Automobile sector on recovery path: PINC Research
Automobile sector on recovery path: PINC ResearchAutomobile sector on recovery path: PINC Research (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 06:01:24 GMT)

Rural India offers scope for FMCG, retail and auto companies: Assocham
(RTTNews) - Demand from rural India is becoming increasingly attractive for manufacturers of fast moving consumer goods (FMCG), automobile and organized retail businesses despite the severe downturn in the global economy and its spillover effects on India's growth story, according to a study paper of the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (Assocham). (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 07:12:13 GMT)

Operation Iraqi Children: A car guy spreads hope and cheer:
Editor and Associate Publisher Dutch Mandel is traveling on a humanitarian mission in Iraq. Come back to AutoWeek.com this week for updates. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 08:49:00 EST)

Lima firm a powerhouse in coatings industry
LIMA, Ohio - It may be among Lima's best-kept secrets, about 400,000 square feet of factory and office space behind the Waffle House along I-75. But in its industry, MetoKote Corp. is a giant. It began as a powder-coating business in 1969 in Jim Blakenmeyer's garage in Mount Cory, Ohio, and grew to be the world's leader in protective coating applications with 32 plants in North America and ... (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 09:11:38 GMT)

Chrysler-Fiat deal would spawn new look for U.S. automaker:
As Chrysler LLC negotiates an alliance with Fiat S.p.A. that would satisfy the Obama administration, sources say the companies are discussing a revised ownership structure, a new board and possibly a different management team for Chrysler. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 11:12:00 EST)

Thai turmoil to slam already reeling economy, AS
BANGKOK (AP) BANGKOK (AP) ? The violent showdown between protesters and security forces in Thailand's capital will slam the country's tourism industry, dealing another blow to an economy alr... (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 11:25:05 GMT)

Mercedes' GLK problem: Too many high-end models in the U.S.:
Mercedes-Benz has adjusted option packages on its new GLK-class premium SUV to help cope with an oversupply of high-priced versions. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 11:30:00 EST)

Thai turmoil to slam already reeling economy
The violent showdown between protesters and security forces in Thailand's capital will slam the country's tourism industry, dealing another blow to an economy already bruised by the global slowdown, business leaders and officials said Monday. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 12:05:45 GMT)

NEWS BRAKE: Monday, April 13, 2009:
In today's News Brake: We spy on the new Mini Crossman; an update on Chrysler and Fiat; and a hot lap through NASCAR...But Wait, There's More! (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 12:31:00 EST)

Thinning dealer ranks is key to reducing GM and Chrysler's costs
But contracts make it nearly impossible for the automakers to simply put these independent business owners out of commission, the way they can lay off employees. Car dealers -- sponsors of Little League, fixtures of Main Street, vibrant symbols of the American entrepreneurial dream -- could now prove to be the biggest threat to the future of the very industry they built. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 12:34:51 GMT)

Mini Crossman spied at the Nürburgring:
Today we’re getting crystal-clear shots of the 2011 Mini Crossman, which was spied again during testing. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 12:37:00 EST)

Cutting dealerships key to reducing GM and Chrysler's costs
Car dealers -- sponsors of Little League, fixtures of Main Street, vibrant symbols of the American entrepreneurial dream -- could now prove to be the biggest threat to the future of the very industry they built. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 12:57:04 GMT)

UK May Introduce Car Scrap Scheme - Report
(RTTNews) - The UK government would possibly launch a scheme for car owners to replace their existing ones with new ones in order to create demand in the automobile industry, the BBC reported Monday. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 12:57:47 GMT)

Part 2: The who behind Operation Iraqi Children:
There would not be this trip of a lifetime were it not for the deep hearts and never-ending efforts of some extraordinary people. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 14:18:00 EST)

Eastday-Show car park
Yuanshen Stadium is to become a temporary parking lot during the 13th Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition at the Shanghai New International Expo Center in Pudong New Area on April 22-28. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 23:38:11 GMT)

Chinese import surge on auto parts: Probe
The government has begun a probe on imposing safeguard duty, an emergency customs duty to protect the domestic industry, on certain automobile components. The action is based on a complaint by Pune-based Bharat Forge Ltd. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 05:02:07 GMT)

Industry output to expand 6.1% in 08-09: CMIE
India’s industrial sector, which was affected the most due to the global economic crisis, is likely to grow at a faster rate in the current fiscal because of strong domestic demand, the Centre for Monitoring Indian Economy (CMIE) said. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 05:02:27 GMT)

A premium problem: One in six state drivers goes uninsured
Insurance industry estimates claim about one in six drivers nationwide — or, in this scene looking east along Nob Hill Boulevard, five of the 30 cars in the foreground — won’t have automobile coverage by next year. Anecdotal evidence suggests the rate already is higher in Yakima County. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 06:07:57 GMT)

Industry might be our next Toyota
This could be huge. In fact, an industry consortium's selection of Kentucky to become the research, (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 09:50:09 GMT)

Part 3: Bahrain, a welcome port in a storm:
The country of Bahrain has chosen a hard path. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 10:31:00 EST)

Minicars perform poorly in crash tests, study says:
Minicars made by Toyota, Honda and Daimler AG did poorly on frontal crash tests with mid-sized automobiles, prompting an influential safety organization to suggest consumers consider buying larger cars that have comparable fuel economy. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 11:31:00 EST)

The AutoWeek List: 10 car features we could live without:
1. Mini Cooper Convertible Openometer (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 11:45:00 EST)

NEWS BRAKE: Tuesday, April 14, 2009:
In today's News Brake: The safety of small cars isn't great; the Ford Explorer is spied for 2011; and more electric cars, too...But Wait, There's More! (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 12:56:00 EST)

Aston Martin Rapide revealed in production form :
It’s perhaps anticlimactic when a production car stays true to an eye-catching concept--except when it’s an Aston Martin. And the Rapide revealed today is a dead ringer for the stunning show car from 2006. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 13:47:00 EST)

Part 4: Kuwait City--Now this is getting serious:
The hop from Bahrain to Kuwait City was not all that great, but it was long enough for some to take naps and for others to give a final consideration to what was about to go on in their world. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 14:44:00 EST)

2010 Audi Q7 to bow at Shanghai motor show:
The redone Audi Q7 will bow at the Shanghai motor show this month, with slight interior and exterior freshenings. It launches this fall as a 2010 model. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 17:57:00 EST)

Peugeot Sees Rough Road Ahead For Auto Industry
Interim CEO Roland Vardanega said Tuesday the French car maker's business is suffering along with the rest of Europe's automobile manufacturers and no end is in sight. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 18:22:20 GMT)

Interview: Management problems, retiree burden, financial crisis set back U.S. auto industry, expert says
Management problems, the burden of retirees and the financial crisis has caused the U.S. auto industry to lag behind its Japanese and European competitors, an expert said. "There are a number of management problems that we have witnessed in the last 20 years," Kristin Dziczek, a senior project manager at the Center for Automotive Research, a non-profit research organization, told Xinhua in an ... (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 02:21:14 GMT)

China-made RAV4, Highlander to Debut in Shanghai
Tokyo, Apr 15, 2009 - (JCN Newswire) - TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION (TMC) announces plans to display approximately 50 production and concept vehicles, including the China-produced "RAV4" and "Highlander" SUVs-both being shown for the first time-at the 13th Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition, to be held at the Shanghai New International Expo Center from April 20 to 28, 2009. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 03:10:51 GMT)

China-made RAV4, Highlander to Debut in Shanghai
TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION (TMC) announces plans to display approximately 50 production and concept vehicles, including the China-produced "RAV4" and "Highlander" SUVs-both being shown for the first time-at the 13th Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition, to be held at the Shanghai New International Expo Center from April 20 to 28, 2009. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 03:26:08 GMT)

U.S. retail industry reports sales losses
EL PASO -- The U.S. retail industry continues to struggle, according to the National Retail Federation's latest report. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 06:05:58 GMT)

Fiat says it could abandon Chrysler due to unions:
Fiat S.p.A. CEO Sergio Marchionne said he is ready to abandon plans to form a partnership with Chrysler LLC unless the U.S. carmaker's unions accept substantial labor cost reductions by the end of the month. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:59:00 EST)

Part 5: Going into Baghdad:
We had to wait until dark to load into the C17 cargo vessel, for safety and security reasons. Apparently it’s more difficult for the bad guys to spot the plane and lock on their targets at night. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:10:00 EST)

Nigeria: Don't Let PAN Die
Lagos — The recent reports, which indicate that the Kaduna-based automotive company, Peugeot Automobile Nigeria (PAN), is on the verge of collapse signals a looming crisis and the complete extinction of the moribund automotive industry in Nigeria. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:45:44 GMT)

Recharging Detroit
After years of churning out giant gas-guzzlers, lobbying against fuel-economy standards, and refusing to repent even while begging Congress for a bailout, the humbled and chastened Big Three gathered recently at the Detroit auto show to finally embrace the electrification of the automobile. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 10:16:20 GMT)

NEWS BRAKE: Wednesday, April 15, 2009:
In today's News Brake: The FIA rules on the controversial new diffusers; the new Aston Martin Rapide breaks cover; and a Chrysler-Fiat update...But Wait, There's More! (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 13:38:00 EST)

Part 6: Skip Barber steps up in a big way:
The thing that bugs me about insurance companies or government functionaries who control such things is that they do not believe in their collective hearts that hands-on drivers’ training is effective in minimizing road-going fatalities. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 13:47:00 EST)

Guest column: Good grief! Greed is good! (9:53 4-15-09)
Henry Ford revolutionized the automobile industry at the turn of the 20th century by using the assembly line to make the Model T available to the average household. His innovation and desire to succeed drove him to create a company operation that permanently changed the driving landscape of America and its economy. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 13:55:22 GMT)

Investor group wants to buy Saturn, sell overseas brands:
An investor group called Telesto Ventures says it wants to acquire Saturn's retail operations and provide dealers with vehicles from General Motors through 2011 and mostly overseas manufacturers thereafter. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 14:06:00 EST)

Motorcycles to appear at Pebble Beach concours for first time:
Motorcycles will grace the 18th fairway at Pebble Beach for the first time in the storied 59-year history of the concours. And these aren’t just any bikes. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 15:07:00 EST)

Mercedes adds AMG Sports package for S-class and CL-class:
For S-class and CL-class shoppers who want aggressive AMG looks--but don’t want or can’t afford to pony up for the full-fledged AMG versions--Mercedes has announced just the thing for them. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 15:17:00 EST)

Report: Michigan's glory days are gone
DETROIT, April 15 (UPI) -- The state of Michigan's glory days as an automobile industry powerhouse are irreversibly over, a think tank called Michigan Future Inc. said Wednesday. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 20:01:56 GMT)

Sales flat, revenues skid 7% for auto industry
Despite flat sales in 2008-09 vis-a-vis 2007-08, the net revenue from the total automobile industry in India has come down by over 7% because of high commodity prices, huge discounts and shift in product mix in the last financial year. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 20:16:06 GMT)

Brazil's auto industry markets ethanol as green
The big four auto makers in Brazil joined forces with the Sugar Cane Industry Association (Unica) on Wednesday in a campaign aimed at expanding the use of cane-based ethanol in flex-fuel vehicles. (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 03:27:42 GMT)

Mini-meds, raising deductibles options to consider
Here we are, almost four months into a new year. We have higher unemployment, higher gas prices, more stimuluses than we can keep up with, and a brand new president. We have a federal government that might be going into the automobile business and the banking industry. Times are not only changing, they also are very uncertain. Even with all of this upheaval taking place, there are some things ... (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 04:07:04 GMT)

[opinion] Fork In The Road : Neil Young takes the wheel for the green car cause. - Monterey County Weekly
A s the Big Three collapse from the collective weight of too many SUVs, it’s nice to know that the industry blames its troubles on factors beyond its control. That’s the gist of recent remarks the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers filed on behalf of its 11 carmaker clients. The Alliance hates California’s plan to regulate tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions. Having failed to win agreement in ... (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 07:25:29 GMT)

Part 7: The Magic Box: How one cardboard box can change the world:
We all need symbols in our life, and for Operation Iraqi Children’s 2009 spring effort, it is the Magic Box. (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:18:00 EST)

Geely Surges After 2008 Earnings More Than Double (Update1)
April 16 (Bloomberg) -- Geely Automobile Holdings Ltd. China’s biggest private automaker, jumped the most in two months in Hong Kong trading after reporting profit more than doubled last year. (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 09:07:12 GMT)

South Africa: News on Car Industry Rescue 'Within Days'
Johannesburg — THE Department of Trade and Industry said yesterday it was still in consultation over what specific measures to take to rescue the ailing motor industry, which is facing a deepening crisis. (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 10:00:08 GMT)

Duerr Wins A350 Paint Order, May Build Assembly Lines (Update1)
April 16 (Bloomberg) -- Duerr AG , the German maker of painting robots for the automobile industry, won an order for its year-old aircraft unit from Airbus SAS to supply as many as 57 paint shops for the new A350 wide-body jet. (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 11:11:39 GMT)

NEWS BRAKE: Thursday, April 16, 2009:
In today's News Brake: The latest on Ron Dennis and McLaren; GM's brand shuffle; and the Race of Champions moves again...But Wait, There's More! (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 14:11:00 EST)

UAW, Fiat likely to hold key stakes in new Chrysler:
The UAW and Italy's Fiat S.p.A. could be Chrysler LLC's leading shareholders if the struggling U.S. (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 14:18:00 EST)

GM to keep GMC, Pontiac, exec says:
A senior General Motors executive today denied reports that President Barack Obama's automotive task force has pressured the automaker to dump GMC and Pontiac. (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 17:13:00 EST)

America’s Steed: The iconic Mustang turns 45:
Few cars have the universal appeal of the Ford Mustang. Few have been as accessible yet alluring, attainable, yet powerful and still romantic. (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 17:49:00 EST)

Part 8: Billeting, the Saddam way:
When you have 41 palaces from which to choose, racking out in a Motel 6 is out of the question (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 22:44:00 EST)

America’s Steed: The iconic Mustang turns 45:
Few cars have the universal appeal of the Ford Mustang. Few have been as accessible yet alluring, attainable, yet powerful and still romantic. (Fri, 17 Apr 2009 04:30:00 EST)

China-made RAV4, Highlander to Debut in Shanghai
Tokyo, Apr 15, 2009; TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION (TMC) announces plans to display approximately 50 production and concept vehicles, including the China-produced "RAV4" and "Highlander" SUVs-both being shown for the first time-at the 13th Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition, to be held at the Shanghai New International Expo Center from April 20 to 28, 2009. (Fri, 17 Apr 2009 06:03:57 GMT)

Car industry shakeup opens door to China upstarts
As ailing global automakers agonize over their survival strategies, China's upstarts are racing them to launch homegrown hybrid and electric vehicles in the only major market that is still growing. (Fri, 17 Apr 2009 08:42:21 GMT)

Car industry shakeup opens door to China upstarts
As ailing global automakers agonize over their survival strategies, China's upstarts are racing them to launch homegrown hybrid and electric vehicles in the only major market that is still growing. Shanghai's biannual auto show, which opens Monday, will... (Fri, 17 Apr 2009 09:08:28 GMT)

GM's Henderson says no decision yet on bankruptcy:
General Motors CEO Fritz Henderson said today the company has not decided whether to file for bankruptcy protection, but that preparations continue in case such an action is necessary. (Fri, 17 Apr 2009 11:57:00 EST)

Research and Markets: View Forecasts for the U.S. Sales Financing Industry
DUBLIN----Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "2009 U.S. Sales Financing Industry Report" report to their offering. (Fri, 17 Apr 2009 12:54:00 GMT)

Part 9: 58 hours--trying to fit a lifetime of learning into one visit:
Following morning service, we went back to the palace to continue our grand adventure. Some, it turned out, had grander adventures planned for them than did others. (Fri, 17 Apr 2009 13:07:00 EST)

NEWS BRAKE: Friday, April 17:
In today's News Brake: Happy Birthday to the Mustang; a racing preview; and some up-close Porsche spy art ... But Wait, There's More! (Fri, 17 Apr 2009 13:19:00 EST)

EPA rules greenhouse gases pose danger; more regulation expected:
The EPA has proposed a finding that greenhouse gases from new vehicles and industrial plants pose a danger to the public, kicking off a process that could result in tighter regulation of carbon dioxide emissions. (Fri, 17 Apr 2009 13:24:00 EST)

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