BMW Group begins series production of the BMW i3 electric car in Leipzig

The BMW Group entered a new era in automotive construction with the start of series production of the BMW i3. The world's first premium electric vehicle to be purpose-designed for this form of drive system is the result of an all-encompassing development approach targeted

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New Head of Engineering at Mercedes-Benz Vans

Effective November 1, 2013, Jorg Zurn, 55, will become Head of Engineering at Mercedes-Benz Vans. He will succeed Dr. Sascha Paasche, 56, who will be retiring on January 1, 2014, after 25 years of service to Daimler.

After holding various positions in Daimler's

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Hyundai of Brenham dealership earns LEED certification

Hyundai of Brenham, Texas, was recently awarded LEED certification from the U.S. Green Building Council. Council members were impressed with the building's innovative use of recycled building materials, on-site waste and water-management, utilization of alternate-

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Renault and Indomobil partner for success in Indonesia

Carlos Ghosn, Chairman and CEO of Renault, and Jusak Kertowidjojo, President Director, PT Indomobil Sukses International, Tbk, signed a partnership agreement to launch Renault on the Indonesian market.

Renault will lay a strong foundation for future growth by

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Toyota Texas produces one-millionth truck

It's been said that the stars at night are big and bright, deep in the heart of Texas.

This morning, the 2,800 team members at Toyota Texas, on the city's South Side, celebrated the milestone of assembling the plant's one-millionth truck - a Sunset Bronze Mica coloured, 1794

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Ford builds two-millionth EcoBoost engine

Ford Motor Company celebrates a manufacturing milestone for its fuel-saving EcoBoost engines - two-million have been produced globally since the 2009 launch of the engine line.

Growing customer demand for EcoBoost-powered vehicles in major

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Nissan starts production of the new Nissan Note for Europe

Nissan is celebrating the start of production of the new Nissan Note at its record-breaking Sunderland Plant.

Already the UK's biggest ever car plant, the new Note is set to boost production even further in Sunderland following a £125-million investment by Nissan, secured for

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Lansing Grand River Assembly Plant builds millionth Cadillac

The millionth Cadillac built at the Lansing Grand River Assembly Plant rolled-off the line. Fittingly, the milestone vehicle is an early model of the redesigned 2014 CTS sedan, which goes on sale in October.

Lansing Grand River, or LGR as it is known, has been a dedicated

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Skoda Auto India introduces the Rapid '5x5 Experience'

Skoda Auto India has introduced the 'Rapid 5x5 Experience' - a unique package for its entry level sedan, Skoda Rapid. This innovative package will ensure customers can now buy the Rapid without worrying about the rising interest

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Nissan celebrates its 40th anniversary in China

As Nissan celebrates its 40th anniversary in China, the company is on track with a strategic plan that paves the way for its future in the world's largest automotive market.

The plan is based on the growth of two global brands, Nissan and Infiniti, and Venucia, the local

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Polaris gets contract to supply military ATVs from German Army

Polaris Industries Inc. announced that company was awarded a contract to provide MV850 ultra-light tactical vehicles to the German Army.

"Defense forces around the world are seeking Polaris Defense Military vehicles to  take advantage of our ability to make modifications

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