Daily Archives: October 28, 2014

Continental seeks industrial acquisition to reduce dependence on auto unit

Continental is looking for an acquisition in the industrial sector, possibly in Asia, as it seeks to reduce its dependence on volatile auto markets, the company’s finance chief told a German newspaper.

U.S. NHTSA probes Chrysler Ram pickup recalls

U.S. NHTSA probes Chrysler Ram pickup recalls

by Ben Klayman and Bernie Woodall

U.S. safety regulators have opened an investigation of Chrysler Group’s handling of two recalls for potential steering issues affecting nearly 1 million Dodge Ram pickup trucks in the United States.

Deaths linked to GM’s faulty ignition switch rise to 30

By Julia Edwards

A program that compensates victims of accidents caused by a faulty ignition switch in General Motors vehicles has approved one new death claim, bringing to 30 the total number of fatalities linked to the issue so far, according to a report on Monday.

Renault-Nissan CEO envisions more recalls as carmakers fight for customers

Renault-Nissan CEO, Carlos Ghosn, says consumers can expect more recalls as automakers work to keep customers happy and ensure minimal fuss over quality issues.

China Volkswagen owners protest over automaker’s recall

Volkswagen Group faces nationwide protests in China after car owners were unsatisfied with its handling of a recall to fix a possible suspension defect.