Britain may overtake France as Europe’s second largest automotive producer within the next five years if UK car sales and exports maintain current strong growth, industry executives said.
Nissan, BMW’s Mini brand and Jaguar-Land Rover are among automakers exporting vehicles from their factories in England.
On the occasion of World Environment Day, Tata Motors has launched ‘Tata Motors Prolife’ a customer-focused service programme to recondition engine long blocks, aggregates, parts to ensure quality reconditioning which will result in superior performance of the vehicle.
Arizona state authorities say a Phoenix auto repair shop, Sun Valley Towing, has been closed down after an undercover operation.
IHS Inc. has signed a definitive agreement to acquire R.L. Polk & Co., a recognized leader in providing automotive information and analytics solutions.
The $1.4 billion transaction will be funded with 10 percent equity and the remainder with cash on hand, cash from an existing revolver and a new bank term loan. The acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions, including expiration or termination of the applicable waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976.
Many parts on Audi’s R8 are held together by advanced structural adhesives which have also been developed to withstand racetrack vibrations and fierce heat.
