Ford announces new apprentice programme

Ford has announced a series of engineering and business apprenticeship programmes, including a newly-established Higher Apprenticeship in IT.

Places are now available for Ford of Britain apprenticeship programmes starting in September, which

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Mercedes AMG Petronas announces new partnership with ASSOS

The Mercedes AMG Petronas Formula One Team confirmed a new partnership with cycling apparel equipment company, ASSOS of Switzerland for the 2014 Formula One season and beyond.

Cycling plays an important role in maintaining the physical and mental

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Steelbird launches new brand 'Ares' for professional riders

Steelbird Helmets added a new brand line in his portfolio - 'Ares' for professional riders, first helmet with NASA technology.

"The product has been named after the Greek God of war," said Rajeev Kapur, Managing Director, Steelbird Helmets. Ares signifies Steelbird's

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Nissan announces Ian Tonkin as Product Communications Manager

Nissan Motor GB announced Ian Tonkin as its new Product Communications Manager, effective from May 6, 2014.

Joining Nissan from Hyundai Motor UK, Ian brings with him a wealth of experience and product knowledge, and replaces Sam Hardy who has moved on

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GM nominates UAW VP Joe Ashton to Board of Directors; Steve Girsky nominated to remain a Director

General Motors Co. filed the proxy statement for its 2014 annual meeting of stockholders with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and announced the nomination of UAW Vice-President Joe Ashtonto its Board of Directors.

Ashton, designated for nomination

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General Motors' Spring Hill plant produces 4-millionth Ecotec engine

General Motors Spring Hill powertrain plant has produced its 4-millionth Ecotec engine just two years after the 3-millionth engine was assembled.

"GM's line of Ecotec engines continue to win awards and recognition from critics and consumers alike for their fuel efficiency and

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Volvo Cars' new plant in Torslanda increases manufacturing capacity from 200,000 to 300,000 cars a year

Volvo Cars opens its new 24,000 sq m manufacturing facility in Torslanda, Gothenburg, increasing its manufacturing capacity from approximately 200,000 cars a year to approximately 300,000 a year and moving it a significant step closer towards achieving

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World debut for new Range Rover Hybrid Long Wheelbase in Beijing

Land Rover has further progressed the development of its acclaimed Range Rover with the global debut of the Range Rover Hybrid Long Wheelbase at the Beijing Motor Show. The derivative brings together two of the most recent innovations in the Range Rover line-up

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McLaren Automotive confirms latest retail location to open in Scotland

McLaren Automotive continues to expand the global network of retailers with the announcement that the brand is to open in Scotland later this year. McLaren Glasgow will become the fourth location in the UK - joining London, Birmingham and Manchester - and will offer the

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New Mitsubishi dealership opens in Leighton Buzzard

A new Mitsubishi dealership has opened in Leighton Buzzard as the Mitsubishi dealer network continues to expand.

Family-run Grovebury Cars has joined forces with Mitsubishi opened at their dealership in Grovebury Road.

"We are delighted to welcome Grovebury

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Hyundai unveils ix25 SUV Concept at Beijing International Automotive Exhibition

Hyundai Motor Company unveiled a concept model ix25 at the 2014 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition, held at the China International Exhibition Center. The sophisticated small-sized SUV, another strategic pillar for Hyundai Motor in the world's

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