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Jaguar Land Rover near collapse?
Industry

Jaguar Land Rover near collapse?

JLR and Tata warn the British Government: no loan guarantee, no guarantee of existence.

US Mail: The beginning of the end?
Industry

US Mail: The beginning of the end?

Wheels US correspondent John Lamm sits on the sidelines as Chrysler's fight reaches its final minutes ...

Sleeping satellites
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Sleeping satellites

It's official - Porsche and Volkswagen emerge from merger talks with a united plan.

Ford says Tata to Jaguar and Land Rover
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Ford says Tata to Jaguar and Land Rover

The Americans are ready to sell, and it's an Indian company that leads the bidding war for the two famous British marques.

Bleeding dealerships and death threats
Industry

Bleeding dealerships and death threats

The latest update in the Chrysler bankruptcy saga.

Billion dollar blow for Holden as GM confirms Pontiac to be axed
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Billion dollar blow for Holden as GM confirms Pontiac to be axed

Holden-built G8 a casualty as Pontiac heads towards the knackery.

GM euthanises Pontiac brand
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GM euthanises Pontiac brand

Pontiac falls victim to GM re-oganisation. Repercussions for Holden?

Chrysler poised for imminent bankruptcy filing
Industry

Chrysler poised for imminent bankruptcy filing

US Treasury pushing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy for troubled Detroit car maker, but Fiat - itself operating in the red - is happy to complete planned alliance.

Dollar dazzlers
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Dollar dazzlers

GM's CFO admits the company won't make its June 1 repayment deadline, and will take its chances with its debtors instead, while Ford is offering dealerships for a dollar.

Karmann gone
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Karmann gone

Long-time coachbuilder Karmann files for insolvency.

BUZZ: GM in 'intense' preparations for bankruptcy
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BUZZ: GM in 'intense' preparations for bankruptcy

A source close to GM says the carmaker is preparing to file for the big B.

<i>More</i> good news from Ford: debt down by US$9.9 Billion
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More good news from Ford: debt down by US$9.9 Billion

There's still a long way to go for the Blue Oval, but restructuring initiatives will reduce its overall debt by 28 percent.

Less pay, but jobs stay at Holden Oz
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Less pay, but jobs stay at Holden Oz

Holden has decreased its production to a single shift, but says it has done so to protect its Elizabeth plant and retain its employees.

Sube kicks on with big March
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Sube kicks on with big March

What downturn? Rex and Forester cut fine figures in latest sales results.

US MAIL: Detroit's dramas continue ...
Industry

US MAIL: Detroit's dramas continue ...

Days of our Lives - eat your heart out. Wheels US correspondent John Lamm is on the edge of his seat as the drama unfolds in front of a damning global audience.

Not good enough: US Government rejects GM and Chrysler viability plans
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Not good enough: US Government rejects GM and Chrysler viability plans

UPDATED: Wagoner walks away with US$20 million while his company is left with another 60 days of conditional life support; Chrysler told to band with Fiat, or fail.

Benz boss parks the crystal ball
Industry

Benz boss parks the crystal ball

Uncertain year ahead but von Sanden remains positive in the face of the economy.

BUZZ: Wagoner steps down
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BUZZ: Wagoner steps down

GM's Chariman and CEO is the latest victim of the Motown meltdown, as the US President demands his resignation before more money is lent.

Ford recalls all nat-atmo Territory SUVs
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Ford recalls all nat-atmo Territory SUVs

A brake hose problem has led Ford Australia to voluntarily recall all non-turbocharged MkI Territory models ...

Toyota City in ruins
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Toyota City in ruins

Inhabitants of Toyota's home town struggle for work as automotive boom is replaced with economic gloom.

Toyota halves production, shuts manufacturing plants
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Toyota halves production, shuts manufacturing plants

Expecting its first official operating loss in six decades, the automotive superpower has slashed production in Japan and America.

Big cuts for BMW fat cats
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Big cuts for BMW fat cats

The Bavarian carmaker is feeling the economic pinch, and warn employees that job and salary cuts are on the horison.

Meltdown in Motown
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Meltdown in Motown

It was once the engine room of America and the car-building capital of the world. Now Detroit is in danger of stalling ... permanently. How did it come to this and what will become of the Big Three?

Penny pinching
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Penny pinching

Opel dealers may top up GM's empty piggy-bank to keep the wheels rolling.