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.
Pendragon has adopted Audatex’s estimating system throughout its bodyshops nationwide.
Skoda has formed a dedicated franchise team to make sure its dealers receive the best service possible from the company.
Dealers have declared a high satisfaction rating with their manufacturing partners, according to Sewells Information and Research.
Mazda will unveil the European version of its CX-7 at this month’s Paris Motor Show (September 28- October 15).
Volkswagen’s Rav4 and Freelander rival will be called Tiguan – and here it is undergoing hot weather tests. The oddball name is a combination of tiger and iguana.
When MPVs first appeared, it seemed obvious that they would principally take sales away from estate cars.
New car sales have dropped by 6.1% in August to 77,961 units compared to the same period last year.
Since Pendragon’s acquisition of Pinewood eight years ago, the UK dealer management systems (DMS) market has been in a state of flux; and with the news of Kalamazoo owner Universal Computer Systems’ (UCS) proposed multi-billion pound purchase of Reynolds and Reynolds, there’s no let up in sight.
The recent rise in interest rates could not have come at a worst time for the car retail sector.
Automotivate, the Sector Skills Agreement (SSA) for the Motor Industry, will be giving employers across the UK the opportunity to contribute to the debate on future skills for our sector at a series of Roadshow Debates throughout September and October.
The Careers Village at the British Motor Show has been deemed a success, with thousands of visitors exploring the stand between July 20-30 at London’s ExCeL Arena.
In the course of a day, motor retailers face demands from various sources: members of staff, manufacturers and customers.
Smart has unveiled a highly practical version of its new Fortwo, designed for lovers of the sand, sea and surf.<P>
Stephan Schaller will be head of the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles from January 1.
Nissan has unveiled its new Qashqai compact crossover to the world today at a special event in Paris.
Ford Motor Company has named Boeing executive vice president Alan Mulally (61) to be president and CEO, replacing Bill Ford.
Hamish McCowan will take up the interim position of operations director at Kia Motors UK, after Paul Williams left the company eariler this month.
Citroen’s C-Metisse concept will be revealed to the world in Paris later this month.
Chevrolet will be unveiling a sporty new WTCC Ultra concept at this month’s Paris Motor Show.
