Merkel plays down impact of VW scandal on German image
Chancellor Angela Merkel said the emissions scandal that has hit car giant Volkswagen was "dramatic" but would not inflict lasting damage on Germany's reputation.
VW revs up recall plan, hunts for culprits in pollution scam
German auto giant Volkswagen shifted up a gear in its plans to recall millions of cars fitted with pollution-cheating software as it boosted efforts to find the masterminds behind the scam.
VW says 1.8 mn commercial vehicles fitted with emission-cheating software
German auto giant Volkswagen said that 1.8 million of its commercial vehicles worldwide are fitted with the sophisticated software enabling them to cheat emission tests.
Porsche chief Mueller to take the wheel at VW: report
The head of German luxury sports car maker Porsche, Matthias Mueller, has been picked to succeed Martin Winterkorn as the chief executive of scandal-battered auto giant Volkswagen.
French minister urges 'Europe-wide' probe after VW scandal
France's finance minister called for a "Europe-wide" probe after revelations that hundreds of thousands of Volkswagen diesel cars had software that secretly thwarts US pollution tests.
Apple revving work on electric car
Apple aims to have an electric car on the road some time in the year 2019, according to a report in the Wall Street Journal.
Apple explores rules of the road for self-driving cars
The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) said that it met with Apple to discuss rules of the road regarding testing self-driving cars.
Tesla to produce 'economical' Model 3 in two years
Tesla will begin producing the "lower cost" Model 3 in two years, Elon Musk, the founder of the luxury electric carmaker said..
Nissan targets growth in Brazil despite sales slump
Nissan plans to maintain investment and increase its share in the Brazilian auto market.
Toyota to give away fuel-cell patents to boost industry
Toyota will give away thousands of patents for its fuel-cell cars, it said Tuesday, in an effort to encourage other automakers into the new industry.
Three Kazakhstani crews in Top-10 after 2nd stage at Africa Eco Race-2015
Three crews from Kazakhstan make it to Top-10 after Africa Eco Race-2015's 2nd stage.
BMW leads Mercedes for US luxury car market crown
German automakers BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Audi are battling furiously to dominate the lucrative US luxury car market.
Toyota says on track for record full-year profit
Toyota said it was on track to book a record $17.5 billion full-year net profit, as the company also lifted its revenue estimate.
Renault chief sees Europe auto market slowing in 2015
French carmaker Renault chairman, Carlos Ghosn, said that he expects slower growth in Europe's auto market next year.
Toyota shares rise on record profit report
Shares in Japanese auto giant Toyota advanced in Tokyo trade following a report it is set to book a record operating profit in the six-month period to September.
Peugeot says sales edge ahead in long haul out of crisis
Peugeot Citroen said sales in China surged by almost half in the third quarter, keeping the French auto group on the road to meet annual targets under its turnaround plan.
Kia to open $1 billion car assembly plant in Mexico
South Korean carmaker Kia Motors on Wednesday announced plans to build its first auto assembly plant in Mexico.
France's Peugeot gets approval for China plant: report
French auto maker PSA Peugeot Citroen's fourth plant in China has been approved for the southwestern city of Chengdu by local authorities.
Mercedes-Benz accused of 'price-fixing': China media
China has accused Mercedes-Benz of price-fixing, state media reported, amid an anti-monopoly investigation into foreign carmakers.
Ferrari sells for record $38 mln
A red 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO Berlinetta, said to be one of only a handful, was snapped up for $38.1 million in California.