As General Motors shows off its newest cars and trucks in New York this week, analysts are watching for signs that consumers are shying away from the ones sitting on dealer lots.
Lamborghini Huracán Primed for U.S. Market, According to CEO
The Lamborghini Huracán is supposed to go head-to-head this year with the Ferrari 458 and the McLaren 12C. On view this week at the New York Auto Show, the Huracán replaces the Gallardo, Lamborghini’s highest selling model.
Toyota Corolla hits 1.22M global sales in 2013
Toyota announced Corolla global sales of 1.22 million units in 2013, according to the company’s internal data based on individual vehicle sales reporting from its distributors. The 5% year-over-year increase confirms the Corolla’s popularity among customers in approximately 150 countries and regions around the world.
China’s Qoros prepare for a full European roll out using Slovakia
Chinese automaker Qoros is using Slovakia as its first global export market with the goal of rolling out the brand across western Europe within two years. The automaker, a joint venture between China’s Chery Automobile and Tel Aviv-based holding company Israel Corp., picked the tiny central European country because it feels it has a strong chance to make a quick impact.
Volvo dedication to child safety celebrates 50 years
Volvo Car Group’s (Volvo Cars) dedication to protecting the smallest and most vulnerable car occupants celebrates its 50-year anniversary in 2014. This ground breaking work started with the world’s first rear-facing child seat prototype in a PV544 back in 1964 – and the latest innovation is an Inflatable Child Seat Concept that is easily tucked away in a small bag when not in use.
