General Motors has announced that it has initiated a test program for a fuel cell system that can be installed in a normal vehicle’s engine compartment (replacing the conventional unit) and that this will enter production in 2015.
The system is a new development, being 50 percent more compact, 220 pounds lighter and using around a third of the platinum of the company’s previous system. The latter is used in the company’s Project Driveway, the world’s largest market test and demonstration fle… (read more)
German carmaker Porsche posted today its first half of the 2009/10 fiscal year operational report, showing a favorable operational trend of its holdings. One by one, Porsche Zwischenholding GmbH recorded a double-digit return on sales with an operating profit of 329 million euro. 
The first dedicated Renault-Nissan Alliance vehicle manufacturing plant has just opened in Chennai, India. At the opening ceremony, Renault-Nissan Alliance Chairman and CEO Carlos Ghosn were present alongside more than 1,000 guests.
The U.S. Altech-Eco Corporation announced that it has obtained state approval for a $4,000 Federal Tax Income Credit cut for customers who purchase the compressed natural gas converted (CNG) 2010 Ford Focus, as the vehicle runs exclusively on CNG and meets the toughest emissions standards.
The Fiat 500 is the car that will reintroduce Fiat to the U.S. market and the Italian automaker has big plans for the small vehicle. The American version of the 500 – due to be released next year – will be different from the one sold in Europe, being underpinned by a new platform, Inside Line reported.
Suzuki’s British division recently announced it is releasing a new special anniversary edition of the GSX-R600 bike. According to MCN, the unique retro color scheme on the smallest gixxer is inspired from the 1999 factory World Superbike racing bike.
Three of BMW Motorrad’s dealer network technicians in the UK became the first ever to achieve the accreditation of ATA Master Technician, the manufacturer announced recently. This means the German motorcycle manufacturer now has the highest qualified motorcycle technicians in the UK.
Recaptured Energy Technologies, an U.S. company, has created an automotive fuel-saving system, which has been specifically designed to be retrofitted to vehicles.
German carmaker BMW announced today it has introduced new Lifestyle and Exclusive editions for the BMW 3 Series Sedan and Touring on the Australian market. The Lifestyle editions add new features valued at up to AU$3,000 for a pricing increase of AU$800, while the Exclusive additions are valued at AU$500 but bring no extra cost for the customers.
We all know what Formula One cars are capable of nowadays, as there isn’t a machine out there that can lap a circuit faster than an F1 single-seater. Obviously, we have to thank the engine suppliers for that, as the V8 engine of an F1 car currently develops some 750 HP (more or less). 
After making its world debut at this year’s Geneva Auto Show, the revised Mazda6 range finally reached Australian shores. The Mazda6 range is available in a choice of hatch, sedan and wagon body styles, reportedly being the only medium car in Australia to offer this choice.
Vauxhall has decided to introduce a price cut policy for the entire variety of models in its line-up.
Times have changed and if women were once considered as being fragile and weak, they are now seen as the main target for retailers, especially vehicle manufacturers. Ford is such an example, the carmaker declaring itself extremely aware of the important role that women hold in today’s society.
Chrysler Group has redefined its Certified Pre-owned Vehicle (CPOV) program, and now offers customers an easier pathway for the acquisition of a used vehicle.
When the passion for cars exceeds all other aspects of your life, you don’t necessarily have to be a certified car manufacturer to turn your dream a reality. This is even more true when your name is Paul Miller Ford and you have strong ties with both Ford and Roush. 
The PSA Peugeot Citroen Alliance plans to expand its business on the premium vehicle market. After Citroen introduced the DS3, the first model of the French manufacturer’s DS luxury range, Peugeot announces that it will develop a similar division, called hors-serie (meaning: out of mass production), as autonews reports.
On the edge of the 12 Hours of Sebring, scheduled to take place on March 20, Aston Martin Racing announced drivers Adrian Fernández, Stefan Mücke and Harold Primat will form the 007 entry in the race. The team will race one factory LMP1 car at the American race.
Japanese manufacturer Honda had just revealed details of its latest addition to its crossover SUV segment, the 2011 Pilot Touring, currently in its second generation. The revised model comes with Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System available on the Pilot EX-L model, a feature previously exclusive to the top-level Pilot Touring model.
South Korea has announced the development of a wirelessly charged electric vehicle, a project that became operational this month at the Seoul Grand Park in Gwacheon, Gyeonggi Province.
With Fiat’s strategic plan due to be announced on April 21, rumors surrounding what Sergio Marchionne will announce then have already began circling the web. According to the latest such info, Fiat may be considering building Jeep vehicles in Brazil, as a means to strengthen the company’s presence in Latin America.