Tag: automotive industry

Amid an economic slowdown new vehicles sales continue to decline

Chinese e-commerce giant teams up with carmakers on big data, financing and sales\n

The UNITI Conference provided thought-provoking insights into the future of the European and global automotive and lubricants industries - from multiple propulsion solutions to ultra-thin engine oils.

The average fuel economy of light vehicles sold in the U.S. increased 0.2 mpg between February and March, according to a report.

Thatcham made an impact without making an impact as nearly 50 fleet and transport managers from all industry sectors joined their live Auto Braking and Driver Assistance demonstrations.

Ultra-low emission registrations are up 386% on the first quarter of 2014.

The chairman of the carmaker Volkswagen, Ferdinand Piech, has resigned after a power struggle with chief executive Martin Winterkorn leaving a chellenge to find his replacement.

More than 250,000 UK cars have been built in the first two months of 2015.

China's latest clampdown on pollution and vehicle emissions, along with volatile domestic and export sales of cars and trucks, is creating challenges for both lubes producers and vehicle makers.

State-owned chemical giant buys one of the world's largest tyre brands.