Kia introduces ‘Eco-Dynamics’ sub-brand

The Frankfurt Motor Show will mark the world premiere of Kia’s new ‘EcoDynamics’ sub-brand – the name that will be applied to the most eco-friendly cars within each Kia model range.

The sub-brand will feature only those cars that possess innovative fuel-stretching and emissions-cutting technologies as they are progressively introduced.
The EcoDynamics vehicles at the show will [...]

Scrappage schemes could cause massive sales slump next year, says expert

The downside to the scrappage schemes that have been used by governments in Europe and the United States to bolster new car sales during the economic down turn, is slowly dawning on the automotive industry.

While the schemes, particularly in Europe, have driven vehicle sales up in a declining market, it is now obvious that many [...]

Magna offers more for Opel/Vauxhall

Canadian car parts maker Magna International offered to increase the amount of upfront capital it would invest in Opel/Vauxhall as part of a bid for the General Motors’ European unit, several sources have said according to Reuters Newsagency.

The revised bid leaves the total proposed amount at some 500 million euros (US$714 million), but tilts the [...]

Toyota to build Yaris based hybrid in France – report

Japanese newspaper Asahi has reported today that Toyota could build a Yaris-based hybrid car in France for sale in the European market.

According to the report Toyota plans to launch a hybrid compact for about 1.5 million yen (A$19,300) in Japan in late 2011, broadening its hybrid lineup.

Honda Insight tops hybrid sales in Europe

Honda has today announced that its new Insight hybrid vehicle has sold more than any other hybrid or alternative fuel vehicle in Europe, using figures that take in sales in Turkey, Russia and Israel.

Honda says the figures, obtained from Jato Dynamics, show that in its first full month of sales the Insight proved to be [...]