General Motors said its passenger-vehicle joint venture in China was contacted by the nation’s antitrust regulator amid an industry investigation that has seen at least seven foreign carmakers cut prices.
VW brand sales rise on Europe, China gains
Volkswagen increased sales at its core passenger-car brand by 4 percent in July as higher deliveries in western Europe and China offset declines in the United States and Brazil.
Chrysler Creates New Unit Focused on Vehicle Safety
By Niamh Ring
Chrysler Group LLC has created a new unit focused on vehicle safety and regulatory compliance as auto recalls attract renewed scrutiny amid U.S.probes of rival General Motors Co. for its slow reaction to flawed ignitions.
Updated Volkswagen Jetta goes on sale
The facelifted Volkswagen Jetta is now on sale, with updated styling and improved engines. Prices start at £18,815 for the entry level 1.4-litre petrol and £20,095 for the 2.0-litre diesel. The revised Jetta will reach UK showrooms in December.
Why the share shortsellers can’t stop Tesla
By Drew Sandholm
From safety recalls to critical reviews and a heavy short position, there have been bumps along the way for Tesla Motors’ stock, and yet it keeps driving forward.
