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PSA-Dongfeng JV breaks ground for 4th China plant

PSA-Dongfeng JV breaks ground for 4th China plant

PSA/Peugeot-Citroen’s China joint venture with Dongfeng Motor Corp. began construction of its fourth assembly plant — a factory intended to serve the country’s western regions.

Toyota introduces new GT86 Primo model, drops price £2000

Toyota has cut the entry price of the GT86 to just £22,995 thanks to the introduction of a new Primo model. That’s more than £2000 less than the current cheapest version. Buyers who order one early can also get a further £500 off.

Chinese auto market growth will slow to 5% this year, CAAM says

Chinese auto market growth will slow to 5% this year, CAAM says

China’s vehicle sales will probably rise just 5 percent in 2014, missing a revised growth forecast for the year as demand slows, according to China Association of Automobile Manufacturers, the country’s main auto association.

Visio.M partners present new lightweight EV with ~100 mile range

Visio.M partners present new lightweight EV with ~100 mile range

The academic and industry partners in the Visio.M consortium are showcasing their new lightweight urban electric vehicle at eCarTec in Munich.

Land Rover to build Discovery Sport as second model in China plant

Land Rover to build Discovery Sport as second model in China plant

Jaguar Land Rover will build the Discovery Sport midsize SUV as a second model in its new China factory opening today. The UK luxury automaker will open the factory with the Range Rover Evoque as the first production model.