Getrag Ford Transmissions, a joint venture between Ford and the Germany’s Getrag, has named Sue Slaughter (photo above) as its chief operating officer. Slaughter, 45, takes up the role on January 1 and succeeds Kevin O’Neill, who is retiring.
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Nissan doubles production in Russia to counter ruble decline
Nissan is boosting production in Russia as the collapse in the ruble hits its profits. The company started production of its X-Trail SUV at its St. Petersburg factory this week and will add the Qashqai next year as part of a €167 million investment that has doubled the plant’s annual capacity to 100,000 units.
Mercedes sales chief, Kaellenius, seen as possible Zetsche successor
Daimler promoted Ola Kaellenius (photo above), head of sales for its Mercedes-Benz Cars unit, to the group’s management board, making him a potential candidate to succeed Dieter Zetsche as CEO.
Ferrari looks to burnish brand value ahead of IPO
By Colleen Barry
Ferrari’s sleek sports cars and souped-up Formula 1 racing machines have made the prancing horse logo among the world’s most powerful brands. Now, as the company prepares for a public listing, it wants to cash in on the cachet.
Mahindra nears deal to buy Saab maker, report says
India’s Mahindra & Mahindra is close to sealing a deal to buy National Electric Vehicle Sweden (NEVS), the investment group that bought the assets of Saab Automobile two years ago, the Financial Times reported.
