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Alfa Romeo always puts passion into its products. It is what makes the marque attractive, and once product quality and customer service is right will win it a real foothold in the premium segment.

The Government recently suggested that non-European Union skilled workers could be the solution to many of the skills shortages across UK industry.

Gary Brooks has set out to boost sales from the local business community since his appointment as dealer principal at Springfield Citroën in Gateshead.

CV questions to high flyers from the industry.

As the Paris Motor Show approaches, more manufacturers are previewing their new models, and today we have pictures from Volvo.

Smart has added a special edition Brabus Red to its Fortwo range.

UK vehicle makers have cut energy use, waste and carbon dioxide emissions by half, in four years, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders.

Avon Tyres has launched a new range of products in time for the winter.

Hemming Automotive has acquired a Renault franchise in Chichester for an undisclosed sum.

What skills, experience and knowledge do tomorrow’s automotive industry leaders need? And which companies have the best strategies for future success?

Mazda just got down with the kids. The Japanese company has made all cars built after March 2005 iPod compatible.

Miguel Fonseca will take up his new position as managing director of Toyota GB this week.

Sales figures for Toyota, Peugeot and Citroën’s joint small cars (Aygo, 107 and C1), have resulted in interesting reading this year.

Hella, automotive supplier based in Germany, has taken over the Danish company Tolerance for an undisclosed sum.

With a range of quick and efficient engines, upmarket styling and the four-ringed badge on the front, it’s no surprise that the A3 is a top choice for young, aspirational buyers.

Project Kimber is set to sell the re-engineered Smart roadster wearing the iconic AC badge.

Sandy Burgess has been elected as the president of the Scottish Motor Trade Association (SMTA) for a two-year term.

Harrogate motor retailer Nidd Vale Group has reported continued growth with turnover up 10% to £38.14 million for the six months to the end of July.

PSA Peugeot Citroen is looking for a replacement for Jean-Martin Folz, the current chairman, after he announced he will retire in January.

Volkswagen is meeting union officials to come to an agreement over its German workers.

Peugeot will launch its fourth Design Competition at the Paris Motor Show on September 30.

Renault will showcase a brand new cabriolet concept at this month’s Paris Motor Show (September 30 - October 15).

The BMW Group has increased its sales by 3.8% in the first eight months of 2006, compared to the same period last year.

Lookers ended an era on Monday (September 4) when Fred Maguire stepped down as chairman after 20 years with the company.

General Motors (GM) has completed its female buyer initiative (FBI), which aimed to address the full spectrum of issues that currently affect female consumers.

Dr Andreas Scleef, president of Seat, has decided to retire on September 30, coinciding with his 63rd birthday.

The French manufacturer said it naturally considered including a coupe cabriolet model in the 207 range, and the EPURE is an example of how it would look.

Wales has emerged as the most successful UK region for new registrations in August, with a 2.25% rise on the same period last year.

China is set to succeed Japan as the second largest passenger car market in the world behind the US.

Ford master technician, Daryl King, who works for EMG Motor Group in Spalding, has become the 2,000th technician to achieve his credentials as part of the Automotive Technician Accreditation (ATA) scheme.