US government will pull out of GM if no deal by July 10: official
The Obama administration has no intention of nationalizing General Motors over the long term. -AFP
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Life insurance agents target auto segment
Motor premiums totalled S$906 million, making it the biggest component of the S$2.8 billion in general insurance premiums collected in 2008. |
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39 car parallel importers get CaseTrust stamp
More dealers expected to join scheme, which aims to prevent disputes.
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Lexus' new convertible launched
The IS-C is undeniably attractive. 61 units have already been ordered and another five are running on the road. |
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Auto sales seen showing signs of stability
Major automakers are expected to report the highest sales rate of 2009 when they post results for June. -Reuters
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Korean automakers gain share amid tough US market
Hyundai and Kia have nearly doubled their share even as their total sales numbers have fallen. -AFP
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Nanjing launch campaign to catch drunk drivers
Police are increasing night patrols, carrying out more checkpoints and establishing a citywide inspection network. -China Daily/ANN
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RON 95 pumps up popularity among motorists
Early sales at Petronas stations in Putrajaya showed that many people were buying the Primax 95 petrol. -The Star
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US auto sales appear to stabilize
June was the first time sales have fallen by less than 30%. -AFP
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BMW is top premium car brand in Asia
BMW ranked top automobile brand in China and third most popular in region. |
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Video: Hitachi joins eco-battery boom
Hitachi is spending up to US$310 million with a huge boost in capacity of lithium-ion batteries for hybrid cars. -Reuters
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Video: GM deadline firm
Obama administration warned it would remove funding if an exit strategy is not approved by July 10th. -Reuters
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Alpine pumps $1.5m into Chevrolet Centre
The building is being refurbished into a full-fledged 3S Chevrolet Centre - that is, one providing sales, service and spare parts.
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Future for plug-in cars linked to electric utilities
Green plans put utilities and battery companies "at the center of the universe" for automakers. |
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Kia goes green
The Korean marque introduces its environmental brand "Eco Dynamics" and a hybrid based on the Forte saloon.
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Another car trader charged with dodging taxes
Alleged underpayment pertained to 310 Japanese cars brought in by the parallel importer. |
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No reason for tax disadvantage: Audi
Mr Carl: Tax structure should be emissions, not concept, oriented
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S'pore company loses 25-year-old Ferrari dealership
Hong Seh Motors is slated to relinquish its Ferrari franchise by the middle of this month. Race is now between Komoco and Premium Automobiles. |
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Renault to test electric cars in Paris, Milan
One hundred electric cars from the Renault-Nissan alliance will be tested.
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Speedbumps ahead as Hyundai cruises in fast lane
It cannot keep spending now. The won has rebounded 26% since hitting an 11-year low. |
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Toyota denies in talks to cooperate with Daimler
Report had mentioned that Toyota was building derivatives of Mercedes-Benz's A-Class and B-Class cars on its own platforms.
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Hybrid cars too quiet, too dangerous
Review launched in Japan to determine whether a noise-making device should be added to the petrol-electric cars. |
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GM Europe head says to sell Opel to Magna soon
Chinese automaker Beijing Automotive Industry Corp still hoping for collapse in talks to re-enter renegotiations with GM.
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Insurance woes to be heard by Parliament
Task force proposed to tackle rising premiums. |
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Charge ahead with this nippy fella
Mitsubishi's all-electric car geared to power up environment-friendly drive in Singapore.
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More bidders interested in Porsche stake
Porsche, which owns 51% in VW, is seeking an outside investor after amassing S$18 billion in debt in a bungled attempt to dominate VW. |
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It's a baby Aston!
Aston Martin's next offering, called the Cygnet, isn't a sleek sportscar, but rather a new luxury compact commuter concept.
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BMW introduces the X1
The five-seat SAV will be offered in Europe with a choice of one six-cylinder petrol engine and three four-cylinder diesels. |
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GM considers options ahead of court ruling
As GM execs await, the shape of the future enterprise is already being considered. -AFP
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GM Europe head says to sell Opel to Magna soon
They had set a target of July 15 for agreeing on the sale of a majority stake. -Reuters
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Fourteen dead after train hits bus in Indonesia
Train sped through crossing with a missing safety gate and hit the minibus carrying 35 people. -AFP
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Fastlane: Aston's baby
The Cygnet (left) will arrive in Singapore as early as next year. |
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Mugen Euro to build new Type R protoype
Honda's 2.0-litre i-VTEC engine will be tuned to produce more power and torque. It will use the same powertrain as the Civic Mugen RR saloon.
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Trailer crash: Driver was 20kmh over limit
The crash on April 26 last year near Adam Road flyover injured two people and damaged five vehicles. |
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Drink-and-eat MRT offenders on the rise
One SMRT officer says he catches offenders at least five times a day.
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Porsche/VW showdown looms by July 16
Qatar's entry is a milestone which could change the dynamics of a Porsche/Volkswagen merger. |
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Fiat, Guangzhou Auto to sign factory deal
Chinese officials said its an important step into a market that is booming against the trend.
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Hybrids help Toyota, Honda dominate Japan car sales
Sales of the Prius jumped 258 percent to 22,292 units from the year-earlier month. |
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Toyota to mass produce plug-in hybrids from 2012
Plug-ins can be cleaner than regular hybrids as they can run purely on electricity.
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Chinese carmaker bids for GM's Opel
BAIC submitted a non-binding offer for GM's Opel late Thursday, just before a deadline for prospective buyers. |
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VW plans electric car in 2013
VW is going to use its New Small Family line to offer its first electric vehicle in 2013.
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Toyota Prius Japan's top selling vehicle in June
It is the first fuel-sipping hybrid car to outsell all other vehicles. -AFP |
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Citroen announces the new C3
The new C3 is a completely redesigned successor to the popular C3 supermini.
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Audi reports record first-half Chinese sales
German automaker delivered a record 66,866 cars in China. -AFP
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Condo project halted after carpark sinks
The state's municipal council ordered all construction work on the Gurney Paragon condominium to be stopped.
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S'pore the first in Asia to have the Maserati GT S Auto
Hong Seh Motors offered privileged guests the chance of an exclusive preview of the GranTurismo S Automatic. |
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H1N1 patients don't need to pay for cab fare?
Both cabby and passenger entered into a dispute over cab fare; passenger claims he's H1N1-patient so there's no need to pay.
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12 vehicles destroyed in workshop blaze
Eight cars and four prime movers were destroyed. -The Star/ANN
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U.S. judge approves sale of GM assets
The approval will allow General Motors Corp's most profitable assets to exit bankruptcy protection under government ownership. -Reuters
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GM product chief says no delay for plug-in SUV
General Motors is on track to launch a plug-in sport-utility vehicle in 2011.
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Toyota dumps diesel engine project with Isuzu
Project suspended due to uncertainty over vehicle demand.
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Video: The dawning of the new GM
General Motors is one step closer to emerging from bankruptcy. -Reuters
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Magna delays meeting on Opel to July 14
Date of July 7 for board meeting was an option and not entirely fixed.
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Chinese visit brings Italian deals worth S$2.9b
Italy aimed to become the third-largest foreign investor in China within three years. |
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UK car sales fall slows, scrappage scheme helps
The government's scheme gives drivers S$4,705 to trade in cars more than 10 years old against a new model.
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Porsche in exclusive talks with Qatar
Porsche could not say when a deal might be signed. |
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British launches fraud probe into MG Rover collapse
The government's recommendation comes following its own four-year investigation.
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Tan Chong opens $40m Nissan hub
A faster identification and retrieval system cuts down on the mileage of new cars by 90% to 5km. |
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S$10.8 million fine for tax evasion on car imports
Man was also sentenced to 42 months' imprisonment for furnishing false information.
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Shell to sell RON 95 in September
The company said the fuel would be marketed as Shell Unleaded 95. |
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Man who stole 20 Kancils with a steel ruler nabbed
He was caught red-handed while attempting to steal another Kancil.
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Precautionary Measures To Cope With Influenza A (H1N1)
LTA and public transport operators have worked out measures to safeguard commuters. |
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BAIC plans Opel plant in China, Europe job cuts
The Chinese auto maker planned to shut down GM's plant in Belgium and cut Opel's workforce across Europe.
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BAIC bid for Opel puts China in focus
BAIC intends to use key technology from General Motors to help it sell nearly half a million Opels in China by 2015. |
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GM seeks court OK to drop 38 holdout dealerships
Dealerships and retail franchise obligations have cost GM about S$2.9 billion annually to support.
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Peugeot sales fall 14% in first half
The company's share of the European market however, remained stable at 13.6 percent. |
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New road safety measures extended to more locations
The safety initiatives have been effective in influencing motorists to slow down.
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COE prices up and up
The prices for all categories - with the exception of motorcycles - made double-digit increases. |
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Magna wants to finalise Opel purchase by mid July
Magna raised pressure on General Motors to reach an accord on the sale of Opel.
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Ong Beng Seng gets the prancing horse with Ferrari deal
Much talked about battle for Italian car marque finally over. |
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Komoco lands Ferrari franchise
Decision ends uncertainty over who would represent the coveted Italian brand.
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GM could exit bankruptcy as soon as Thursday
GM has vowed to emerge as a leaner, more profitable company once freed from its burdensome debts. -AFP |
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Hyundai Motor launches its first hybrid in S.Korea
The LPI will show Hyundai has hybrid technology and help improve its image.
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China car boom could last a few years
Boom in car sales propelled by rising incomes in third-tier cities. |
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Mitsubishi, Peugeot to team up in hybrids
Both companies plan to cooperate on the development and production of engine components. -Reuters
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Shell lowers price of ultra-premium fuel
Shell V-Power will be priced at its price for RON98 for the weekend. |
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Hyundai, Kia still ride high
But last year's No 2 car brand, Honda, suffered a 53% drop in car registration.
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Continental car sales riding on higher yen
VW, Citroen, Audi have gained market share, and due to new products too. |
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Pump prices reduced by 5 cents
Shell has reduced pump prices across all grades of petrol and diesel as of 12pm today.
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"New GM" ready to exit bankruptcy
Closing of a deal to sell key operations and core brands, including Chevrolet and Cadillac. |
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Rent-a-Lotus in Europe
It's now possible to drive a Lotus down Italy's beautiful roads even if you do not own one.
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New Jaguar XJ launched worldwide
The XJ is a "modern interpretation of the quintessential Jaguar." Hopefully, the younger generation will think the same as well. |
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Reborn GM vows to rev up as new company
The "new GM" will be a leaner, smaller company after having shed tens of thousands of workers. -AFP
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S'porean tourists hurt in tour bus-lorry crash
26 hurt when bus bound for Cameron Highlands hits back of a lorry. -The Star/ANN
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Opel won't turn Canadian yet
Likelihood of a contract being signed next week is extremely low.
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VW sweetens bid for half of Porsche AG
Qatar said willing to invest S$14.3b in Porsche, VW options. |
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Watch out for F1 twitter updates!
AsiaOne brings you live updates of the Formula One race in Germany today.
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Photo gallery: 2010 Jaguar XJ
AsiaOne brings you high-res images of the new Jaguar XJ. |
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M'sia crash kills Singaporean
Tour bus travelling on Malaysian highway ploughs into back of lorry. -ST
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Volkswagen recalls 8,680 Touareg over structure defect
The fastening struts on the rear spoiler were prone to cracking, causing the spoiler to come loose and drop off without warning. -China Daily/ANN |
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RM5,000 car rebate ends in December
A car owner giving up his vehicle for scrap would be offered a redemption voucher entitling him to a rebate. -NST
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74-year-old attacks cars that run light
"I just want to catch people's attention and tell the drivers to think of pedestrians." -China Daily/ANN |
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Fastlane: Bentley goes mod
Bentley's long-awaited Grand Bentley, BMW drivers most likely to wear sexy lingerie and Peugeot's new 308 RC-Z.
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Ford aims at Asian small car market with Thai venture
Ford Motor launched a new US$500 million passenger car plant in southeast Thailand. -Reuters
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Find a way out of the jam
Indonesians can all agree on the need to do something about Jakarta's worsening traffic congestion.
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BMW fleet for Apec meetings
BMW is supplying close to 300 cars to ferry the high-profile participants to and from the Apec meetings. -ST |
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Germany slams Chinese Opel offer: report
Danger that the German carmaker "could become dangerously dependent on the Chinese state".
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Honda Motor to speed up roll out of hybrid lineup: CEO
It seeks to adapt quickly to changing customer demand. |
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Injured and angry
S'pore victims of N-S highway bus crash scold bleeding driver trapped in seat. -TNP
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Video: China e-cars: big draw, tough sell
Chinese clean car makers say licensing policies are keeping sales limited. -Reuters
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Get them wet and win a trip to Tokyo!
Try your hand at 'dunking' the omy bloggers at the Nissan Summer Car Wash 2009 and you could be the lucky winner of a pair of tickets to Tokyo.
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Man charged with harbouring
He allegedly drove his friend, who had committed an offence, across the Woodlands checkpoint.
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Toyota unveils new hybrid-only Lexus
Toyota hopes the popularity of fuel-efficient vehicles will help the luxury range buck the economic downturn.
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Ex-GM CEO retires with reduced benefits
Wagoner to be paid almost S$12.5 million in first five years of retirement. |
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Volkswagen eyes new model in Mexico after expansion
The production of the new model will start in March or April of 2010.
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Mercedes, Lexus top ranking of U.S. dealerships
The ranking was intended to measure how well U.S. car shoppers were treated in dealer showrooms. |
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Toyota gets 6-mths worth orders for new Lexus hybrid
The HS250h marks the latest push by the world's biggest automaker to drive hybrids into the mainstream.
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Motorsports hub proposal hits bumps
Terms of tender, poor economic climate, site conditions raise risks, costs for potential bidders. |
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Germany holds talks with rival Opel bidder: source
Company expected to offer about about S$439m for majority control of Opel.
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Fiat eyeing Bertone automaker: reports
Fiat has until Thursday to submit a formal offer. |
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Crisis won't be over until 2011 or 2012: Renault-Nissan
The Franco-Japanese group will forego electric car development in response to economy.
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Two parties still keen on Motorsports Hub
Poor economy has not dampened enthusiasm for Motorsports Hub. |
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Porsche denies report of CEO stepping down
"That is absolute nonsense," a spokesman said.
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Chinese car makers surge on govt subsidy scheme
Subsidy scheme could stimulate billions of dollars in consumers spending. |
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Jaguar to stop X-Type production, cut 300 jobs
Ceasing production of the X-Type early is necessary to protect Jaguar's other investment plans.
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Toyota to provide hybrid system to rival Mazda: report
This is Toyota's first full tie-up in fuel-efficient vehicles with a rival company. |
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'Time bombs' on the road
According to a M'sian report, CNG devices installed by backyard workshops and unqualified mechanics can make cars "bombs-on-wheels". Poorly-fixed gas tanks with leaking rubber hoses could easily explode during a collision.
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World's cheapest car hits Indian streets
The Nano is a vehicle that its makers hope will transform travel for millions of Indians. |
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Porsche boss digs in amid takeover talk
Why should I resign when I have a contract that suits me?:Wiedeking
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Prius sales revving up on eco awareness
The launch of rival Honda's Insight hybrid contributed to the roaring success of the Prius. |
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Renault reports operating loss in first half
Global sales had plunged by 16.5 per cent.
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Star eyes regional expansion with new $24m facility
Its new Jalan Boon Lay premises will have a sprawling 5,000 sq metre facility that includes a workshop and a training academy. |
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Speculation mounts on Porsche's future
Wiedeking personally denied rumours that he would resign as chief executive.
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Lucky escape for motorcyclist
The man fell from his motorcycle and almost went under a lorry. -NST |
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VW to pay $16.4 billion for all of Porsche
Porsche and Piech clans will approve the two-stage takeover at a supervisory board meeting on July 23.
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Business pioneer dies
Limo and tour service leader Chan Boon Keng, who started out as a cabby, dies at 93. |
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Man jailed for carpark fight
Sales promoter Royston Bai Jinda was given a three-week prison sentence.
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Fastlane: Two-wheel-drive Lambo
Lamborghini Valentino Balboni, Audi A5 Sportback, Honda CR-Z sports hybrid coupe and Nissan going for better fuel efficiency. |
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Nissan Motor may expand hybrid range: official
It is seeking to catch-up with rivals Toyota and Honda whose fuel-sipping cars are surging in popularity.
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RHJ offers S$564 million for Opel stake: document
The offer sees Opel posting a positive cash flow before funding of 1.0 billion euro by 2011. |
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Battle to save Toyota's unionized California plant
Toyota has warned that closing the plant is a distinct possibility as it struggles to cut costs.
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SKorea police prepare to end auto plant occupation
The police move came after Ssangyong Motor cut off water and gas to the plant. |
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New Magna offer for Opel to demand IP rights: report
The offer is "in the form of an ultimatum" with Magna likely to leave talks if it is not accepted.
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Magna, RHJ, BAIC in the race to take over Opel: GM
Berlin's Opel task force would examine the bids once they had been officially tabled. -AFP |
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GM gets three offers for Opel
The final bids will be reviewed with the German and other impacted governments. -Reuters
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Mum wants to ban NS men from taking buses
The mother of two girls called NS men "green smelly things" and said that they should be banned from public buses because they smell and might spread diseases. |
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10-cent car washes at the Nissan Summer Charity Car Wash
Nissan car wash fiesta promises afternoons of fun, games and prizes this August - all for a good cause. -AsiaOne
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COE prices for cars up
Premiums across all categories, except motorcycles, continue upward swing.
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Porsche goes ahead with Qatar deal
It opened the way to Qatar taking stake in it prior to creation of an integrated group with Volkswagen.
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Porsche boss, finance chief resign
Best-paid boss in Germany to get golden parachute worth 50 million euros.
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Australian police target drink drivers with Twitter
They use micro-blogging service to discourage drink-driving among young people.
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Communication skills a 'necessity' for bus drivers
Drivers should be able to speak English and know their routes, surroundings well. |
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'Sorry' was only English word he could say
Girl injured in bus mishap gets rude shock when driver tried to help her. The China national could not speak English.
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Toyota could top GM in US sales
Toyota could emerge as the top car seller in the US, as GM loses market share after shedding brands. |
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If I was really speeding, she would've vomited
Cabby on trial for failing to ensure passenger's safety denies speeding.
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Snatch theft brothers die after high-speed car chase
Their motorcycle was reduced to a wreck with its parts strewn all over the road. |
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Fastlane: Citroen DS3
Citroen DS3 to arrive next year, battery-powered Mercedes SLS AMG, Tweet with Torque, 10 cents car wash and Audi's RS6.
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ERP rates at 3 gantries on CTE and ECP to increase
A gantry at Braddell Road North on CTE will increase by $1.00 and two gantries along the ECP will increase by $0.50. |
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Panamera demystified
How do you make a Porsche Panamera, the most revolutionary model since the Cayenne? Torque finds out exactly what makes it tick.
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SBS to end CityShopper bus services
Premium services being pulled from Monday due to dip in ridership. |
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Audi to open new plant in China in September: report
The new plant will double the brand's production capacity in the country to 200,000 units a year. -AFP
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COE supply may fall to nine-year low
This year's quota likely to be cut from Oct as fewer cars are scrapped. -ST
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Karaoke, drinks, striptease show aboard the 'fun MPV'
Bridesmaids would book the MPV to celebrate their best friend's last night as a single woman by hiring male strippers.
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New date announced for KLIMS
The Kuala Lumpur International Motor Show is now slated to run on Dec 3-12, 2010. -The Star/ANN |
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VW may raise 4 bln euros for Porsche deal: report
Raising fresh funds for the Porsche takeover will protect VW's credit ratings.
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Audi gets top ratings for safety
Latest models have garnered top ratings for safety in four prestigious tests. |
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Magna improves its Opel bid
Magna has increased the amount of upfront capital it will inject in its offer for GM's Opel.
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VW chief cool on capital hike for Porsche: report
Volkswagen has refuted reports that it wants to raise fresh capital to finance an early takeover of Porsche. |
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French auto giant PSA slumps to first half loss
The company reported a net profit of 733 million euros but finished the year with a net loss of 343 million euros.
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SKorean creditors issue ultimatum to Ssangyong strikers
About 1,000 union members refuse to back down from their protest. |
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VW chief cool on capital hike for Porsche
Raising fresh funds for the Porsche takeover will protect VW's credit ratings.
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Honda, Nissan see flickers of recovery
Demand growing for fuel-efficient cars. |
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Honda profits dive but outlook brightens
The number two automaker said net profit dived 95.6 percent in the fiscal first quarter through June from a year earlier to 7.56 billion yen.
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Energy giant Shell profits slump on weak oil prices
Second-quarter net profit plunged 67%.
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Judge slams driver for drinking, speeding, hurting six
Sentenced with higher jail term than the 12 months sought by the prosecution.
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Schumacher's return a boost for S'pore GP
He announced on Wednesday that he would replace the stricken Felipe Massa. |
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New Johor stretch cuts travel time
The proposed toll for the expressway had been submitted to the government.
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Cheaper to ride buses using card
Those paying for their tickets in cash will have to pay nearly 100 per cent more for the same journey.
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Suzuki says no plans to exit Canada plant venture with GM
Suzuki was building its XL7, also a sport utility vehicle, at the plant before suspending its production.
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Delphi wins approval to exit bankruptcy
Its plan was approved by the US Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York. |
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Volkswagen manages a profit
VW posted a second-quarter net profit of 283 million euros.
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Better bus frequencies, shorter waiting times
More buses and bus trips during peak periods starting August.
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Cab firms try to draw commuters
Comfort, SMRT hope to reverse falling ridership with prizes, promotions.
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Judge slams driver for drinking, speeding, hurting six
Wong Heng Chiang had many choices that night in May 2007 when he drove his Toyota Vios into a crowded bus stop on Penang Road and hurt six women, several of them badly. |
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Cabby flags his gratitude to S'pore - 100 times over
He decked his taxi out with close to 100 mini Singapore flags and flag decals.
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Boon Lay's new bus interchange set to open
Commuters will no longer have to cut through the MRT station to get to Jurong Point. |
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F1 promoter to hire 200 more temp staff to help at GP
Available positions include porters, buggy drivers, circuit park transport coordinators and artist coordinators.
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Caltex launches new diesel to fight 'white pumps'
Diesel will keep engines cleaner, protect metal parts from rust, and shorten the refuelling process. |
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Japanese car giants pin hopes on China
Honda, Nissan stay in the black, Toyota results due soon.
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