Monthly Archives: April 2014

GM says facing multiple probes into recent recalls

General Motors revealed on Thursday it is the subject of five different government probes related to its massive recalls, including two previously unreported investigations by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and a state prosecutor.

making Koenigsegg carbon fibre wheels for the One:1 megacar

Inside Koenigsegg Series is back with a new episode, taking a closer look at how this Swedish supercar maker creates the lightweight carbon fibre wheels for the Agera One:1 megacar.

Hyundai Q1 profit hit by slow U.S. sales

Hyundai Q1 profit hit by slow U.S. sales

Hyundai missed analyst estimates by posting a first-quarter net profit that was almost identical to a year earlier, as increased sales in China and Korea helped offset lackluster U.S. demand.

Volvo adds R-Design trim to V60 Plug-in Hybrid

The 2015 Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid R-Design

Volvo has added R-Design trim to the V60 Plug-in Hybrid. The new spec gives the V60 a sportier appearance, with uprated front bumper, grille and rear diffuser. Prices start at £46,675 (including £5000 Government grant) and UK deliveries will start in August.

Recall costs slam GM profits

The General Motors headquarters in the Renaissance Center is pictured on January 14, 2014 in Detroit, Michigan

General Motors Thursday reported slumping first-quarter profits, dragged down by hefty recall charges that eclipsed a strong core operating performance.