World's first solution cuts charge time to 1.5 hours in the Volvo C30 Electric

The first electric cars emerging from the strategic partnership of Volvo Cars and Siemens is delivering on Volvo's commitment to electrification by enhancing acceleration and customer flexibility.

The new 22 kW fast-charger fitted to the C30 Electric is the world's first

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General Motors 2013 sales reach 1-million in China

General Motors sold its 1-millionth vehicle in China on Monday, the earliest it has ever done this in a calendar year.

GM first sold 1-million vehicles in a single year in China in December 2007. Last year, GM reached the milestone on May 7. This year it came two

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Yoichiro Kato appointed as New General Manager, Infiniti Product Development

Infiniti Motor Company Ltd. President, Johan de Nysschen, has appointed Yoichiro Kato (53) the company's new General Manager, Product Development. Responsible for the development of Infiniti's entire premium product portfolio, Kato is based at Infiniti's

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When the worlds of Formula 1 and electric vehicles meet...

Renault will present its latest concept car at its Valladolid plant in Spain on April 25.

This prototype vehicle, which features muscular styling and impressive performance credentials, provides a bridge between the world of Formula 1 and that of electric vehicles.

It's a concept

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Nissan reveals Friend-Me concept for a new generation

Nissan revealed its Friend-Me concept, a four-passenger sedan designed for a generation with a very different automotive outlook. With an assertive, imposing exterior featuring boldly flowing sculpted lines, Friend-Me is a confident creature of the night, meant to

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Shanghai Show concept car heralds new brand for Kia's Chinese operations

Kia Motors Corporation's joint-venture in China, Dongfeng Yueda Kia has unveiled a new Chinese-market concept vehicle and a new local brand name at the Shanghai Motor Show.

Unveiled on the joint-venture's show stand, DYK have announced the new brand will be

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General Motors donates RMB 4-million to earthquake relief

General Motors is making an initial donation of RMB 4-million ($647,000) to support relief and rebuilding efforts in Ya'an, Sichuan, which was struck by an earthquake on April 20.

In addition, GM employees across China are being encouraged to contribute. For every RMB 1 (16 cents)

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2013 Stagecoach Country Music Festival sets the stage for 2014 Toyota 4Runner reveal

Toyota will stage the world debut of the redesigned 2014 4Runner mid-size SUV on April 27 at the 2013 Stagecoach Music Festival in Indio, Calif., near Palm Springs. The event marks the automaker's first-ever public reveal at a major music festival.

The Toyota 4Runner,

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Polaris and AKB Motors launches two off-roading circuits in Bengaluru

For those who love to go off-road with their quad bikes or race down the uneven tracks, Polaris India Pvt. Ltd. announced the launch of/inaugurated two off-road circuits in Bengaluru in association with Play in Sarjapur and Yeshwanthpur in association with Target Games & Facilities

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Nissan, New York City launch Leaf electric vehicle taxi pilot

To celebrate Earth Day, Nissan and New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg has launched a new electric vehicle taxi pilot with the world's best-selling electric car, Nissan Leaf. This pilot program, which puts six Leaf taxis into service beginning this spring,

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GM Foundation gives $100,000 to American Red Cross

The General Motors Foundation is providing a $100,000 grant to the American Red Cross to aid emergency management officials with relief efforts, to help provide shelter and meals to those in need and help the organisation prepare for and respond to disasters

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