Car ablaze after crash
Driver suffered serious head injuries and was taken unconscious to the National University Hospital. -ST
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London's 'ERP' extension to go
Western extension to be scrapped after two-thirds of Londoners and businesses said they wanted it removed. |
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Auto industry faces 'massive' job losses without aid: Ghosn
Countries face massive job losses unless they quickly provide financial assistance to their carmakers. -AFP
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GM board reviews new turnaround plan for bailout
GM Corp review a restructuring plan to cut costs and win support in emergency funding from government. -Reuters |
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Chastened Big Three US automakers to present recovery plan
Big 3 US carmakers return to Washington to convince lawmakers that their companies are worth $25 billion. -AFP
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SKorea's Hyundai Motor cuts domestic production
Hyundai Motor plans to cut domestic production and those in its US plants due to slowing demand. -AFP |
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Porsche to pare development costs by VW synergies
Porsche plans to lower its development costs by sharing research centres with Volkswagen. -Reuters
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Japan 2008 car sales seen hitting 34-yr low-Nikkei
Japan skid to a 34-year low as the economic slump takes its toll on consumer spending. -Reuters |
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GM suspends $445-million Thai diesel project-paper
GM Corp suspended construction of $445-million diesel-engine facility due to global financial crisis. -Reuters
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'More trains, not fewer seats'
Removal of seats from MRT did not create comfort but resulted in trains being packed to the brim. -TNP |
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EU nations agree on car emission cuts
CO2 emissions from new cars will be reduced to 130g/km over the period 2012-2015.
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Toyota to cut Lexus output, halt some lines
Toyota will also stop production for two days around Dec 25. |
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Ford considers sale of Volvo
Volvo would join a crowded field of automotive brands being shopped around.
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US automakers rush to finish plans for Congress
Plans are expected to cap executive compensation while pointing toward new concessions expected from the UAW. |
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Shell drops pump prices
From 12pm, pump prices have been reduced by 4 cents on all petrol grades and diesel.
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Video: Car sales head down hill
Many are already cutting production and turning to their respective governments for help. -Reuters
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Toyota to cut bonuses, output as sales slump
Toyota Motor Corp cuts management bonuses and plans to reduce production further in Japan. -Reuters
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China bus collision kills 20
A Chinese coal truck collided with a bus, killing 20 and injuring 12. |
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EZ-link card to be replaced with new card
New system to allow commuters to use one card for both EZ-Link and ERP payments. -AsiaOne
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Aston Martin hit by downturn
The maker of luxury cars driven by royals and James Bond will cut 600 full-time and temporary jobs. |
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GM may axe 31,500 jobs
Plans to reduce its total US employment by 2012. -AFP
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Auto sector feels more pain
Vast sales drops in US and Brazil; EU finance ministers gave lukewarm backing to fresh stimulus plans. |
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Chrysler asks for US$7b aid
Needs loan by year-end to survive the financial storm.
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Fee cut first win for China's striking cabbies
Officials in Guangdong have slashed the monthly rental that taxi drivers cough up by 800 yuan. -myp |
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If seat belt ruling doesn't get you, overloading will
Overloading a vehicle compromises braking efficiency and steering control of a vehicle. -The Star
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World's 2nd biggest CNG station to open
More competitive CNG prices can be expected with the 38-pump station in Bukit Timah and another in Serangoon North. |
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Checking out new JB checkpoint
Motorists entering Malaysia will have to use the 'Touch n Go' card to pay tolls at the new facility.
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Bridgestone may cut jobs and production at US plant
Japan's Bridgestone may stop producing tyres at a plant, resulting in a loss of up to 500 jobs. |
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Fifth price cut at the pumps this year
Petrol and diesel prices at the pump are down 10 sen (S$0.042).
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Stricken big 3 unveils plans
3 American automakers unveiled plans to revamp as they begged Congress for loans. -ST |
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Japan gasoline price falls to lowest since June '05
Average pump price of regular gasoline in Japan was S$2.02 per litre on Monday.
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Hyundai, Kia cut overseas output as demand slumps
Japan's Number 2 carmaker Honda Motor Co. reported to be scaling back expansion plans. |
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US automakers' desperate bailout plea gaining support
Little choice about helping US automakers - they support one in 10 American jobs.
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US auto sales collapse amid economic crisis
Sales dropped 34 per cent; every major automaker took a massive hit last month. |
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Ford unveils new reorganization, sees profit in 2011
It would break even or see profits if lawmakers approve US$9b in funding.
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COE prices increase but still weak
Premiums for Category A and E closed at $7,721 amd $7,589 respectively; bidders exceed quotas.
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Multiple "car" collision
Two buses, two cars - seven injured. The accident happened along Clementi West Avenue this morning. -AsiaOne
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Expect weekend jams
Expect heavy traffic jams at the Causeway, ICA warned. -ST
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On MRT to Jurong East? Watch out
Bump on North-South MRT train approaching Jurong East station; LTA to resolve problem by 2012.
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Union stands by automakers
Vow to make tough sacrifices in exchange for S$51.8 billion bailout. |
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Smarter way to cross the border
Thai vehicles entering Malaysia from Dec 15 will be required to use a smart card for e-Vis.
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Video: Auto bailout plan hits $34bil
Executives from the beleaguered U.S. auto industry are driving into the nation's capital with their hands out for $34 billion in government aid. -Reuters |
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Rear-seat dilemma for parents with four children
Parents with 4 children are confused as to how their children can be seated at the back without overloading.
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Don't lose focus on new energy
Investment in new energy supplies must go on to manage oil price instability in future. |
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Decision soon on fuel price mechanism
Consumers will know if the Government implements a floor price mechanism for petrol and diesel.
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New complex in Johor Baru set to ease congestion on Causeway
The new complex is expected to cut traffic congestion on the Causeway by more than half. |
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Copycat strikes in Hong Kong?
Hong Kong taxi drivers blocked roads around the airport in the latest series of cabbie complaints across China.
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Owners of pre-1995 cars can opt to fit rear seat belts
Older vehicles are exempted from the seat belt ruling and can retrofit their rear seat belts. |
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Fare deal for poly students, please
Three fresh petitions launched asking for same public transport privileges as peers in JC and ITE.
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Owner of abandoned vehicles defiant
Owner of abandoned vehicles flouts the law by treating the housing area as his personal parking space. |
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Video: Auto heads on hot seat, again
Leaders from General Motors, Ford and Chrysler returned to Capitol Hill to face lawmakers skeptical of a $34 billion request for government help. -Reuters
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He threw away three chances to come clean
Man faces $500 fine, 2 weeks jail for 3/4 tank offence |
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Implementation of Free Parking Scheme
Multi-storey carpark at Block 318A Clementi Avenue 4 to have free parking on Sundays and public holidays.
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Car park workers remove wheels to thwart thefts
Removing car wheels to deter thieves targeting Chongqing are commendable. |
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Shell drops pump prices
Prices for Formula98, Formula92 and diesel dropped by five cents. -AsiaOne
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Big Three automakers face skeptical Congress in rescue plea
Fate of the Big 3 US automakers remained uncertain even after a request of $34-billion bailout. |
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Malaysia's Proton renews old partnership with Mitsubishi
Proton will use Mitsubishi expertise for the advanced technology and designs to remain competitive. -AFP
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US senators grill auto CEOs, GM-Chrysler deal eyed
Chief executives of GM and Chrysler LLC would restart merger talks to win the $34bil bailout. |
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Understanding but no consensus on U.S. auto bailout
Industry chiefs hope to advance their case in a 2nd appearance before lawmakers.
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BMW sales fell by 25% in Nov
But it still managed to sell 110 Rolls-Royces. -AFP
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China car sales drop
Global financial crisis eroded consumer confidence. -AFP
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S'porean biker killed on M'sian highway
He crashed into an overturned lorry, which he did not see until it was too late. |
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White House Talks on auto aid to continue this weekend
Talks with the Democratic congressional leadership on aid to U.S. automakers would continue this weekend. -Reuters
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Honda exit casts cloud over F1 future
Honda's shocking annoucement of its withdrawal from Formula One raises fresh fears over the future of the multi-million dollar sport struggling to keep afloat in the current economic downturn. -AFP |
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Samsung bags $635m contract for expressway
The Marina Coastal Expressway could eventually cost $5 billion, 50 per cent over budget.
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New JB checkpoint replaces old one
The new complex has 76 lanes for cars and 100 lanes for motorcycles. |
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Palm oil price drop means new life for biodiesel here
The Jurong Island plant is touted to become the world's biggest biodiesel facility.
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Detroit's rescue could also be S'pore's windfall
There would be a trickle-down effect that would help S'pore's economy through R&D benefits. |
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"Feet to the fire" for auto companies
President-elect Barack Obama says bankruptcy not an option, wants supervisory process to keep companies' "feet to the fire."
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Ghost of a bailout deal reached
Opposition moved after gloomy official data showing 533,000 US jobs were lost last month alone. |
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Cabbies stuck with 'useless' petrol card
Motorists pay less for fuel lately but cabbies fork out more with the petrol subsidy card.
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Road death: Driver took advantage of faulty speed limiter
Driver jailed and banned from driving for speeding and causing a death and injuring another. |
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Video: Democrats submit auto loan plan
Prospects for a federal aid package to help the US auto industry advanced Monday as the White House reviewed draft plan. -Reuters
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No blank check for auto industry
Path towards bankruptcy seems avoided but GM seems headed for a wrenching restructuring. |
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Nissan, Ashok Leyland to delay India truck output
Production delayed by six months in view of plunging truck sales in India.
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China's Chery halts Chrysler talks, cool to US assets
Chery had agreed to manufacture compact cars under the Chrysler badge in July '07.
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Video: Israel test bed for car chargers
An electric car venture with big ambitions is testing its charging stations in Tel Aviv then plans to take them around the world. -Reuters
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Bus moves off with girl's leg trapped in door
A four-year-old girl fractured her leg after an SMRT bus driver accidentally shut the door on her and drove off. |
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Premium bus services riding high
Over 70 services in operation now, due to strong demand and easing of curbs.
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200,000 SUVs to be recalled
Mitsubishi says some Outlander and Grandis vehicles have a defective brake light system. -AFP
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VW asks for state guarantees
It is the first German automaker to ask for such help. -AFP
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'Car czar' may be named soon
President-appointed chairman to oversee restructuring of struggling US automakers. -Reuters
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From hybrids to SUVs, unsold cars pile up in US
Vehicle buildup: Toyota cars lining up in a huge holding lot at the Port of Long Beach in California recently, as inventories keep growing.
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Parents unhappy over school-bus fare hike
But operator cites high operational costs despite dropping petrol prices for raising fare.
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Daimler will cut work hours in response to slumping demand
Staff may go on four or three -day work weeks. -AFP
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Smooth clearance at complex
At the complex on Tuesday, immigration clearance was smooth with as many as 30 lanes opened up for Malaysia-bound cars. -ST
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Folk fear angry deity may be cause of accidents
The deity is said to be a guardian of an area and may be the cause of Tangkak accidents.
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Toyota to cut more production
Production in North America to be further reduced. -AFP |
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Off-peak car scheme needs fine-tuning
LTA should consider lifting the restricted hours on off-peak cars.
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Impact so strong, seat was ripped off
Car ploughs into couple on badminton court. Victim was dragged about 5m and trapped under the car. |
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Bailout plan advancing
Referred to as the 'president's designee' in the bill, the car czar would have vast powers. -Reuters
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Doctor dies in bus crash
26-year-old S'pore PR among 10 killed after vehicle crashes into tree. |
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Veteran rocker dies after being flung out of car
Former band member died in a road accident along the North-South Highway in Johor last Saturday afternoon.
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Yield to buses at bus bays or face fine
Errant drivers may be fined $130 from March; move is part of plan to speed up bus trips.
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'Introduce safety belts for buses'
Seatbelts would minimise injuries as passengers will not be thrown about during an accident or when the bus overturns.
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F1: Alonso sees cost cuts
Solutions will ensure no more teams follow Honda's 'surprise' pullout. -AFP
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Ghosn new Renault CEO
He is also co-chairman, president and chief executive officer of Nissan Japan. -AFP
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Video: Auto bailout still uncertain
Lawmakers are balancing the concerns of Detroit with the economic interests in their own state. -Reuters
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Video: House approves US$14bln auto bailout
House of Representatives approved a bill to lend up to US$14 billion to the three struggling U.S automakers. -Reuters
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Fatal highway crash: Bus driver charged
Fomer SMRT bus driver accused of causing deaths of two people in a lorry as well as injuring its driver and another passenger. |
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House approves auto industry bailout; vote shifts to Senate
Stiffer Republican opposition with razor-thin Democratic majority threatens to put the brakes on legislation. -AFP
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Car-maker 'crash' risks NY jobs and Wall St
New York could lose 230,000 auto jobs.
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Ghosn to become Renault chairman, CEO in May
Ghosn is also co-chairman, president and chief executive officer of Nissan of Japan.
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Canada's muted reaction to auto crisis spurs worry
Many communities in the manufacturing heartland of Ontario may find themselves staring into the abyss. |
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When oil price drops, so does the smuggling
The lower pump prices for fuel have put a stop to diesel smuggling, at least in the northern region.
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Jail for pedestrian's death
He had failed to follow the directional sign in making the right turn against the flow of traffic.
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Car persona
If you are fun-loving with an eye for the ladies, Aston Martin might just be the one for you.
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Motorists to be shot - with cameras
Motorists in Bangkok who break the law after being caught on camera will be shot.
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S'pore Harley rider killed in Johor
A Singapore-based American died when his Harley-Davidson collided with a 14-wheeler trailer in Johor.
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Cab drivers leave sick girl in a lurch
Cabby drove past sick girl without stopping while another cabby stopped but refused to ferry her. |
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Video: Auto bailout held up
The problem is getting Republican Senators to back the $14 billion plan. -Reuters
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Video: Hamilton gets behind the wheel of a London cab
Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton gets behind the wheel of a London cab in a bid against drunk driving. -Reuters
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Video: Classic U.S. cars survive in Cuba
As Detroit automakers battle to survive, their vintage cars in Cuba may outlive them. -Reuters
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Junior senator takes wheel in U.S auto aid stakes
The auto bailout bill needs 60 votes to advance. -Reuters
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Hyundai to idle U.S. production for 17 days
Hyundai Motor Co suspends production at its Alabama plant due to declining consumer demand.
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Toyota to slash global sales goal
Toyota Motor Corp slashes its global sales forecast by 10% to fewer than 7.5 million vehicles. |
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Auto bailout dies in US Senate, Asian stocks fall
GM, Ford and Chrysler employ nearly 250,000 people, and 100,000 supplier jobs could hang on their survival. -Reuters
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Senators detail snags in U.S. auto bailout talks
U.S. Senate Democrats blamed Republicans for not lending the Detroit auto industry $14 billion. |
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Senate plays role of Grinch for U.S. autoworkers
U.S. Senate played Christmas Grinch when it failed to issue rescue packages for 3 US big automakers.
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US auto bailout collapses in Senate
Senate lawmakers failed to agree on a bailout deal for US automakers, putting many jobs at risk. |
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China's auto sales fell 14.6% in November
China's auto sales fell 14.6% as consumer confidence showed further signs of weakening.
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Undergraduate died 1 hour after the purchase of his first bike
He crashed into a bus and was run over by an incoming lorry. |
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Fallout from auto slump spells pain for Germany
Small- and mid-sized suppliers form the backbone of Germany's auto industry and they are suffering.
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Hamilton receives F1 trophy
23-year-old Briton says he has fulfilled a childhood dream. -Reuters
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Frugal future for F1
Teams will cut their costs by almost a third next year. -AFP
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F1 teams to test new circuit in Algarve
Renault will also unveil their new car in Portugal. -AFP
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Driver charged over deaths of 10
Driver established to be asleep during time of accident; pleaded not guilty.
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Selangor govt denies buying cars
State govt only considering several car models as replacement for the Perdana V6.
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US auto sales tough in Dec
Uncertainty over the fate of the US auto industry has weighed on consumer's minds.
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White House vows aid for carmakers
Policy reversal hailed, White House could tap $1 trillion package. -AFP
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2009 to be toughest year of my life - Fiat CEO
Fiat to be an "agent of change," markets expected to touch bottom. -Reuters
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Global car crisis far from over
Troubling signs ahead, Toyota Motor to report loss of $1.65b. -Reuters
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Perak to spend $1.13mil on new state cars
Reason for the change was because of the high cost of maintaining the current official car, the Proton Perdana. -The Star
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S'pore's biggest Christmas charity project car flag-off
More than 190 cars took part in The Boys' Brigade Sharity Gift Box and delivered food hampers to the beneficiaries. -AsiaOne
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Car crisis far from over
Deep crisis in the auto sector far beyond US industry's life-or-death struggle. -Reuters
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School buses start to 'belt up'
End-2011 date for buses that ferry schoolkids. |
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7% increase in school bus fares for some
But other school bus operators won't raise fare in view of the economic downturn.
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At least 51 killed in Egypt bus crash
Their bus plunged into a canal south of Cairo. -AFP
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More say ERP helps with congestion
About 26% of drivers polled this year said ERP had reduced traffic, compared to 15% last year. -ST
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No action on auto bailout
Auto workers left in limbo for another day. -AFP
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Volkswagen sales may fall 10%
The global market would likely see a slump in sales of almost 20 per cent in 2009. -Reuters
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Fuel prices can still go down
Malaysian ministry has no plans to impose a floor price for fuel. -The Star
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Ride safe, be head-strong
New Paper's Biker Boy lists a few pointers for you the next time you go helmet hunting.
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New CIQ complex opens
Checkpoint fully operational tomorrow, 76 lanes for cars, 100 for motorcycles. -The Star
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UK to unveil help package for car firms
Bid to prevent thousands of potential job losses.
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Thousands call on Renault to keep jobs in Spain
Renault said it would cut sales by 50 percent in the last quarter of this year. |
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Toyota to shelve capital spending plans, cut bonuses
Move comes amid speculation it will post a $1.6b loss.
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Automakers fret as White House stalls on bailout
Bush says remedy to carmakers' plight "not imminent." |
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More auto supplier insolvencies seen ahead
Companies that were bought by private equity firms could face trouble ahead.
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Mercedes-Benz to cut 2009 costs
Cost cuts at 10-15 per cent, costs at sales division to be cut by 30 per cent. -Reuters |
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Auto parts maker Bosch to slash jobs in Germany, abroad
2,000 jobs to be cut after sales slump in Oct, Nov.
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Opel's Franz says GM should sell Saab
Swedish govt grants credit to Swedish Saab but has no plans to buy stakes in it. |
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Thousands of Russian car lovers protest higher tariffs
Import tariffs on foreign cars to be raised to help Russian automakers.
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Bush says US auto bailout announcement not ready
Decision would not take long, says Bush. |
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8 killed in Thai road accident
Seven Myanmar migrant workers and a Thai man were killed in a road accident in Thailand. -AFP
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VW chief predicts 20 pc fall in world car sale
Europe's biggest car maker would survive the crisis better than others, says chief. |
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Hope for automakers?
White House considers auto bailout options. -AFP
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VW's Spanish subsidiary to cut production
Up to 5,300 workers will face a work reduction of either seven, 23 or 29 days. |
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Suzuki pulls out
Rally: Suzuki suspends world rally championship participation. -AFP
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M'sia: Petrol and diesel down four cents
Pump prices slashed but drop would hardly affect "operational costs," says bus operator president.
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Inchcape warns on 2009 results, 08 sales slow
Decline in new car sales accelerated in November in most parts of the world, says UK car retailer.
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Penang under fire over car plan
Plan goes against philosophies of competency, accountability and transparency. |
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Left stranded by bus company
Bus services, main mode of transport, stops in Kuantan. Some 2,000 residents are affected.
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New system at Penang Bridge
Tidal flow gate system to reduce bottleneck congestion from toll plaza to bridge.
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France's Sarkozy pledges help to save auto sector
But any measures would requirecommitment from French car makers to ong-term future and business development in France.
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Auto bailout given by Wed?
White House considers auto bailout options. -Reuters |
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Fiat stoppages could affect 200,000 workers, unions warn
Workers at Fiat plants across Italy downed tools Monday and will receive reduced wages until Jan 12.
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General Motors to suspend work in three Mexico plants
Production levels to be constantly revised to suit market demand, says GM. |
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China considering cut in car purchase tax
Proposal to cut 10 percent tax paid by car buyers to 2 percent for engine sizes of up to 1 litre.
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Toyota, Isuzu suspend joint diesel engine project
1.6L diesel engine project suspended over uncertainty in vehicle demand. |
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European new car sales 'plunge 25.8%'
Carmakers saw the sharpest fall in sales since 1999 in November. -AFP
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Former champions Subaru withdraw from world rally
Owners Fuji Heavy Industries make announcement a day after Suzuki Motor Corp said they were pulling out. -Reuters |
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Motor racing: Japanese carmakers head for the exit
Subaru's abrupt exit from the world rally championship completes a trio of carmakers stepping off the world motorsport stage. -Reuters
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Ban on 'tortoise' helmets soon
Half-shell helmets will be banned as they fail to meet the safety requirements for motorcyclists. Suggested proposal will also include confiscating helmets from retailers. -The Star |
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How to be No.1 again next year
If Singapore is to remain the new jewel in Formula One's crown next year, the game must be raised. -TNP
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Proton dealers blame maintenance monopoly
Red tape has been blamed for the high cost of service and maintenance of Proton Perdanas.
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European car sales tumble
Volkswagen's Spanish auto maker Seat is the latest company to announce production halts. -Reuters
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Nissan axing 500 more
Japan's third largest automaker said it would reduce output by 78,000 cars by cutting shifts or operating days at plants. -AFP
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Cat B COE prices plunge 59%
Prices for cars above 1,600 cc finish at year's lowest of $2,656; other categories show moderate dips. -AsiaOne
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Motor racing-Ferrari buck trend with Tata sponsorship
Tata and Ferrari's parent company Fiat have a joint venture in the Indian state of Maharashtra to produce cars. -Reuters
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TP campaign mixes shock and wordplay
Anti-drink driving blitz puns on alcohol-related terms.
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250 cars stopped but all backseat passengers not strapped in
No passenger was found wearing seat belt in the 250 cars checked during a joint operation. |
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Taxi touts stopped
LTA and cab companies put the brakes on touting at ZoukOut last Saturday.
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Park and Ride may work better with premium buses
Ride scheme was started to ease congestion on roads but majority found it inconvenient. |
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Chrysler wants merger talks
The hope to restart talks is seen as indication 'that it wants to cooperate in restructuring the industry' according to the wishes of the administration of President George W. Bush. -AFP
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Cutting extravagance can help F1 motor on
Measures have been proposed by FIA to lower the F1 teams' annual costs. |
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Smoke in MRT train forces evacuation
Train was evacuated at Toa Payoh MRT Station after smoke was seen in one of the carriages. -ST
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Cabbies join drive to help 1,000 families
35 cabbies from ComfortDelGro will be delivering food hampers to 1,000 families. |
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1st world tour in 'green' car
A Swiss engineer completed the first ever round-the-world trip in a solar-powered car after 17 months crossing 40 countries. -AFP
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'Phone number for ambulance? Dunno'
S'pore biker killed on North-South Highway in Malaysia - motorists stopped to watch, some even took photos. -TNP |
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1st full-year loss for Toyota
Toyota is likely to suffer its first-ever operating loss due to a stronger yen and a global industry slump. -AFP
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F1: Hamilton makes history
Hamilton stormed into the record books as the youngest champion and its first black winner in the history of the sport. -AFP |
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'Motorcycle-taxi' driver offers his services on the Net
Arman, an 'Ojek' driver in Jakarta managed to edge out stiff competition by posting ads on the Internet and on his own blog. Drivers like him can take you to your destination fast through the conjested streets. -Jakarta Post, ANN
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Trouble at Toyota sends shockwaves to region
Referred to as the "Toyota shock," the dramatic plunge in the profits of Toyota Motor Corp. is symbolic of the effect of the global financial crisis on Japan. -Yomiuri Shimbun, ANN |
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Ceiling price of petrol for next year capped at $1.12
M'sian govt to continue with floating mechanism to determine fuel prices. -The Star
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Many car thieves getting 'inside help'
More luxury cars stolen, thieves knew how to deactivate alarm sensors and all had generic keys to start vehicles. -NST
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Iskandar area to face massive jams
The $1.91b road works involving 14 projects will begin next year and will end only on 2011. -The Star
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No 'car czar' in Bush bailout for carmakers
Oversight responsibility handed to Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson instead. |
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US offers 13.4 bln dlr lifeline to GM, Chrysler
GM and Chrylser agreed to tough reform terms will get the loans starting Dec 29.
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Relief, anger, fear greet autos bailout in Detroit
Anger bubbles as workers think the govt may have dragged its feet on the issue for too long. |
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Rescue plan for Jaguar Land Rover
Lifeline for iconic UK car firm may be imminent. -AFP
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'Smoked out' at Toa Payoh MRT station
Passengers evacuated due to non-toxic gas leak from train air-conditioner. |
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Uphill struggle for automakers
US auto industry faces painful future after bailout loans. -AFP
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$4b for Canadian auto sector
The bailout is 'regrettable but necessary'. -AFP
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Commuters mob buses at new CIQ complex
Thousands of M'sian bus commuters pushed, shoved and beat on bus doors to try and get a seat on a bus to S'pore. -ST
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8.5% GST for free public transport?
Low oil prices won't translate into fare drop, says Transport Minister. GST has to be raised by 1.5 per cent for a free public transport system. -ST |
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Tata to inject "tens of millions" into Jaguar
India's Tata Motors Ltd injects "tens of millions" of pounds into Jaguar to prevent cash flow crisis.
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Riot police break up Russia auto protest
Police protested on used imported cars against the backdrop of a worsening economy. |
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US autoworkers face bleak Christmas
US auto industry's hanging fate has left them to face a troubled Christmas this year.
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Canada unveils C$4 bln plan to help auto industry
C$4 billion of loans will be given to the automakers for operations while they restructure their businesses. |
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Bush auto plan only way to stave off collapse
Bush said offering government loans to U.S. automakers was the only option left to salvage the falling industry.
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Lifeline for iconic UK car firm may be imminent
British government could arrange loans to help Jaguar Land Rover with its drop in demand. |
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Australia motor vehicle sales slide 5.2% in Nov
Sales of motor vehicles in Australia slid 5.2% in November for the 5th straight month.
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Toyota expected to announce loss forecast
Toyota Motor Corp forecasts its first-ever operating loss this year as international car sales drop. |
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SKorean automaker delays payroll as sales slump
SKorean automaker was unable to pay workers on time and another faced a temporary shutdown of its plants.
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Australia General Motors unit to build small car
Australian GM said it would build the 1st fuel-efficient small car after securing government funding. |
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Travellers advised to plan journeys when using land checkpoints
ICA advises travellers using the Woodlands and Tuas checkpoints during the festive period. -AsiaOne
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'Breaking into cars not rocket science'
The police have yet to uncover evidence that car thieves are assisted by people in the industry. |
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Video: Automaker crisis hits Toyota
Toyota forecast its first annual operating loss in its 70-year history. -Reuters
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Road closure in Orchard area
Some parts of Orchard road will be closed on Christmas Day for a concert.
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Eight soldiers hurt as armoured vehicle hits car
Armoured vehicle was not strong enough to prevent injuries of 8 soldiers in a car crash.
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Proton inks parts supply agreement
Proton Holdings Bhd inked a parts supply agreement with its sole Iranian distributor.
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The need for furious speed
Drag racing, highlight of motor fiesta Carrerista Jamboree, is shedding its bad reputation.
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Toshiba to build new factory
Toshiba's new factory will focus on manufacturing eco-friendly batteries for electric cars. -AFP |
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More price discounts for petrol
Four cents drop in pump prices for petrol grades 98, 95 and diesel.
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Armoured vehicle hits car, eight soldiers hurt
An armoured car may be good at stopping bullets from hitting those inside but not prevent them from getting hurt in an accident. -The Star |
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Easier drive for bus captains
Mandatory 'give way to buses' rule: Bus drivers can now move out of bus bays faster in Ang Mo Kio.
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Analysts: Car sales to remain low next year
M'sia's car dealers project 10-20% year-on-year declines for 2009.
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China plans to avert auto crisis
Stimulus package to save the automotive sector from a US-style crisis.
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Indonesia to adjust fuel prices
It will be the third such move since Dec 1 in response to falling world oil prices.
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Poor will be worst hit: experts
Free transport means GST increases. And GST increases tend to hurt the poor more than the rich.
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Toyota recalls more than 120,000 cars in China
Reiz, Crown and Lexus luxury models affected, problem could affect steering control. |
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Toyota founding family scion dodges succession issue
Japan's daily report Toyoda to take over Toyota
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Garry Kasparov protests against car hike
Russian opposition group led by former world chess champion added its voice to growing protest against increased taxes on imported cars. |
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S.Korea says to consider support for some automakers
Lifeline hopes for troubled sport-utility vehicle maker Ssangyong Motor raised.
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Race-track owners look to NASCAR fans to save 2009
Track operators kick-start initiatives to promote the sputtering stock-car racing sport. |
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Car owners to pay for public transport?
While free public transport is welcome, most well aware that something has to give. In this case, taxing everyone more.
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Drivers to bear fine for offenders below 17
Offenders above age 17 will be individually fined. -NST
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Perks to scrap old cars
China to offer incentives to scrap old cars in favour of new ones.
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18 nabbed in drink-driving blitz
Five roadblocks were set up simultaneously at Neil Rd, Tanjong Pagar Rd, Maxwell Rd, Kreta Ayer Rd and Cantonment Rd. -ST |
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Rear seat belt offenders face harsher penalties
M'sian traffic police will issue summonses to all passengers for not wearing their rear seat belts. -The Star
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RM2,000 seat belt fine in stage 2
M'sian road transport director-general said the heavy fine was to make the public comply quickly. -NST
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Bikers train on closed expressway
New expressways that have yet to be opened are being used by illegal racers and Mat Rempit. -The Star
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SKorean bank turns down new loan to Ssangyong Motor
Chinese parent company should help ailing automaker first.
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New ez-link cards let you do more
With Monday's launch, ez-link pips 3 other smart card operators as first in market.
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Schoolbus fares to go up by 30% next year
Parents to fork out 30% more if government does not reduce the price of diesel. - The Star
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I'm doing my work, really
Step up efforts to combat illegal racing in 2009, instead of wasting time on the wearing seat belt issue. -Sin Chew Daily/ ANN
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More ways to subsidise public transport?
This AsiaOne reader offers innovative suggestions on how the S'pore government can subsidise public transport costs. -AsiaOne |
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Road tunnel runs beneath Yangtze River
Road tunnel would cut travel time to seven minutes from 30 minutes between Wuhan city's major areas.
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Residents celebrate reopening of Old Airport Road
Road to reopen from tomorrow as MRT Circle Line work goes underground.
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Speed limiters on cars?
Voluntary use of so-called intelligent speed adaption would cut 40,000 road deaths over a 60-year period. -Reuters
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GM, GMAC to start car loans
General Motors separately said it would offer zero percent financing on many new vehicles. -AFP |
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Where art and superbikes meet
Iylia chose superbikes as the theme to promote style through his first local art exhibition.
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Pedestrian dies after being struck by Ferrari
An Indian national who crossed the street along Clementi Road was hit by a Ferrari and killed on the spot. |
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56 killed, 635 injured in road accidents on 1st 'dangerous day'
Number of accidents was 156 higher than last year. -The Nation/ANN
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Discounts and goodie packs
Despite the lower prices and bundles of freebies, customers have not returned to showrooms. -ST
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