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May 17, 2013

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Light But Tough Truck Built to Handle African Terrain

The truck is part of the Global Vehicle Trust’s aim to provide cost-effective mobility for people in developing regions to perform daily tasks such as collecting drinking water and hauling grain or building materials....More
Apr. 26, 2013

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Iveco to Supply 1,660 Vehicles to Iraq

The contract includes Daily van and crew-cab models, as well as medium-duty Eurocargo models ranging....More
Mar. 12, 2013

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PSA Recovery Takes Step Forward With Kazakhstan Deal

The former Soviet republic has France’s attention because it is the country’s third-largest source of petroleum, and is one of two suppliers of uranium to the French nuclear industry....More
Feb. 25, 2013

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Egypt’s Ghabbour Auto Expands to Algeria, Libya

GB Auto is the long-term distributor of Hyundai vehicles in Egypt, adding Mazda in 2010 and Geely in 2012, and now is stretching its regional presence to include direct distribution and aftersales operations via local partnerships....More
Feb. 20, 2013

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Lamborghini Plug-In Hybrid Nearing Production OK

The auto maker is looking to China and the U.S. as its primary markets and is keeping a sharp eye on Russia....More
Feb. 12, 2013

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Better Place Halts Australia, North America Rollout

The infrastructure provider says its priority in those markets is to ensure existing relationships with key partners, customers and suppliers will be honored....More
Jan. 28, 2013

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Turkey’s Karsan May Produce Dacia Dokker Derivatives

If the negotiations are successful, production likely would launch in 2014. Annual output is pegged at 20,000 units....More
Jan. 28, 2013

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$3.4 Million Supercar Concept to Debut at Qatar Auto Show

The extreme 2-seat coupe features diamond-encrusted LED lighting, a gold-plated hood and a holographic display on the windshield....More
Dec. 28, 2012

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Honda’s India Comeback Bid Driven by Diesels, Exports

Honda has exported only 1,028 vehicles during its 17 years in India. However, the auto maker, plans to make its Noida plant in New Delhi an export hub, rolling out 2,500 units every month....More
Dec. 11, 2012

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Jaguar Land Rover Eyeing Expansion Into Saudi Arabia

The auto maker says the Saudi government has expressed its intention to initiate, develop and support the automotive industry and sees JLR as a potential partner in strengthening its industrialization plans....More

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