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Audi: Local models, not price cuts, hold the key

2012-10-15 11:39:37

Instead of slashing prices, German luxury carmaker Audi AG vows to speed up localization of new products to continue its reign over the premium segment of the world's biggest vehicle market.

Experts: popularize hybrid cars in China

2012-09-13 09:54:33

Chinese experts called for the development of the hybrid auto industry in the country for the purpose of reducing emissions.

Steady growth, but growing disparity

2012-09-10 08:08:08

Despite a slowdown in the first half this year, China's auto market is expected to maintain stable growth of 8 to 12 percent annually over the next four years.

A danger zone for China's auto inventories?

2012-08-28 10:27:34

China's automakers have seen high automobile inventories over the past six months, prompting concerns whether the car industry is facing a crisis.

Battle for survival as market cools

2012-08-27 08:05:16

Last month, the China Association of Automotive Manufacturers predicted that more than half of Chinese domestic passenger vehicle brands would cease to exist in the next three to five years.

Looming restrictions, high inventories

2012-08-20 16:26:38

Although a slower month than June, light vehicle sales remained stable in July with total volume reaching 1.38 million units, a 9 percent increase compared to the same period last year.

Bumpy ride, but global sales rising

2012-08-13 08:04:57

Global light vehicle sales are expected to be bullish this year and in 2013 despite mounting risks, according to industry consultancy LMC Automotive.

Guangzhou's car quota hurts more than helps industry

2012-08-07 14:22:30

The government of Guangzhou has decided to emulate Beijing and Shanghai by clamping down on the number of cars on the road.

Despite bumps in the road, auto market powers ahead

2012-07-23 16:39:53

Despite concerns about overall slowing in China's economy, passenger vehicle sales increased 15.6 percent in June to 1.18 million units, helping boost half-year figures by 8.6 percent year-on-year.

Will car industry get over speed bump?

2012-07-20 16:34:21

A slowing economy and the exit of stimulus policies have put brakes on China's auto industry, sending auto sales to a historical low.

For auto dealer, sun rises in the west

2012-07-14 17:26:32

Most auto dealers have been having a rough time, but China Grand Auto has continued to make big inroads, thanks to its sales in central and western parts of the country.

Dealer services crucial

2012-07-09 16:55:36

While China's automotive market is the largest in the world, it may also be the most difficult to manage - for both manufacturers and sellers.

Owning a car a fading dream in China?

2012-07-07 15:18:11

Over the years their dreams of car ownership have become increasingly realizable. Due to local policies, however, even if they can afford to buy one, often they can't legally do so.

VW slips a gear, then replaces China CEO

2012-07-02 15:02:17

But VW has now found itself in difficult situation that threatens to jeopardize its enviable position.

Rising sales, but dealers feel crunch

2012-06-26 14:09:58

The market moved forward in May as light vehicle sales rose 18 percent over a year earlier to 1.6 million units.

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