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DWS Bodyworks has bought Supreme Bodyworks in Basildon for an undisclosed sum.

Norwegian electric car manufacturer Think is launching a right-hand drive version of its plastic bodied City minicar this year.

Chung Mong-Koo, Hyundai Motors chairman and CEO, has said the company’s global sales will reach 3.11 million units in 2008, a 19.6% increase year-on-year.

PSA Peugeot Citroën is planning to build a new production plant 110 miles southwest of Moscow.

This year’s relaunch of Fiat’s light commercial vehicle operations as Fiat Professional has been a key step to building its UK business.

Daihatsu has launched a five-year unlimited mileage warranty for its Terios mini-SUV and Sirion five-door supermini.

Pendragon sold three unnamed sites for £10 million at the end of last month.

Continental is to launch self-repairing tyres in the UK next year under the brand ContiSeal.

Koelliker UK has been appointed UK importer and distributor for SsangYong.

The head of a South African Mercedes-Benz dealer group has bought his first cluster of UK dealerships and is on the lookout for more business opportunities.

Nanjing Automobile Corporation (NAC) has been successfully merged into SAIC, bringing Rover under one ownership.

New research shows that SMEs are failing to take advantage of £125m a year in research and development tax credits.

A new Government proposals aims to cut the administrative burden on businesses which want to reduce carbon emissions.

Steve Young has resigned as chief executive and director of LDV, which is owned by Russian manufacturer GAZ.

One manufacturer launches a quality scheme, they all do. One manufacturer launches a CSI programme, they all do. One manufacturer launches a parts programme, they all do. It’s the same for training. Notice a trend?

The UK’s first non-Pendragon Cadillac dealership opened on January 1. It will be the sixth Cadillac site in the country, with the other five owned by Pendragon.

Mondial Assistance has launched a Bluetooth pen and pad, designed specifically for the Mercedes-Benz roadside assistance programme.

Technicians that have been accepted into Macrae and Dick's Guild of Master Technicians have been treated to a racing day at Knockhill racing circuit as thanks for their hard work.

The Competition Commission (CC) has ended the temporary price controls imposed in 2003 on the UK’s four largest banks servicing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This year has not been without its challenges. Pressure from direct lenders, increasing interest rates, regulations and legislation from the FSA, Financial Ombudsman Service and CCA and the current credit crunch have all taken their toll.

Dealers can improve the service they receive from their manufacturer partners by anonymously giving their views on them through the latest Dealer Attitude Survey from Sewells Information and Research.

Lawyers representing Nissan have written to more than 20 specialist importers warning them that importing new vehicles from Japan, particularly the new GT-R, is an infringement of the company’s trademark rights.

Honda president Takeo Fukui has announced that 10% of the carmaker’s sales will be hybrids by 2010, and is launching two models to help boost sales.

Nissan will launch a special version of the 150PS 2.0dCi X-Trail, known as ARCTIX Sports Adventure.

Mercedes-Benz has announced prices for its high performance C63 AMG saloon and estate, both of which are available to order now and on the road in spring.

Volvo is providing cars over the Christmas period for a national charity for homeless people.

Skoda sales worldwide have increased by 13.1% compared to the same period last year.

The car industry isn’t exactly a dull place to work right now, is it? The last 12 months have ushered in a recalibration of the motoring map – with some of the vast conglomerates of the late twentieth century unravelling before our eyes.

The head of Vertu Motors’ Ford operation has left the group, 10 months after its takeover of Bristol Street Motors.

Tata Motors, which is considered in the lead to buy Ford’s luxury Jaguar and Land Rover brands, will unveil the world's cheapest car at a motor show in India next month.