category:/Associations News


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SIAM extremely saddened with the outcome of Nano plant in Singur
Mr Dilip Chenoy, Director General, Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) said today that the automotive industry is extremely disappointed with the unfortunate developments in Singur because of which Tata Motors had to withdraw the Nano ...
6 Oct, 2008
182
Volvo Booster Seat Names One of Nation’s ‘BEST BETS’
Because booster seats are meant to elevate children so that safety belts designed for adults are in the right position to restrain kids during a crash, the IIHS evaluated the safety belt fit boosters provide, not the crash protection. Volvo's booster seat ...
4 Oct, 2008
183
Mobile subscribers likely to reach 4 billion this year
ITU Secretary-General Hamadoun Touré announced in New York that worldwide mobile cellular subscribers are likely to reach the 4 billion mark before the end of this year.
3 Oct, 2008
184
Auto sector slowdown to continue until 2009-10: CRISIL
CRISIL Research expects MHCV volumes to continue to decline by 5-10 per cent in 2008-09. Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs), which have been clocking healthy double-digit growth over the last few years, are expected to register single-digit growth in ...
2 Oct, 2008
185
‘Indian-German Automotive Congress’ in Wolfsburg
At the “Indian-German Automotive Congress” held in Wolfsburg on 28th October 2008, the focus is on India as one of Asia’s largest and most interesting growth markets for the automotive industry.
1 Oct, 2008
186
Toyota, Honda & Perodua rank highest in Malaysia initial quality
The Honda City ranks highest in the entry midsize car segment for a second consecutive year with 112 PP100. Two redesigned models—the Toyota Vios (145 PP100) and the Proton Saga (210 PP100)—rank second and third, respectively, in this segment.
1 Oct, 2008
187
Mahindra Renault launches ‘New Collection Logan’
Fully loaded ‘New Collection Logan’ with unique Driver Information System at Rs. 5.08 lakhs
1 Oct, 2008
188
New Ford Fiesta interior given ‘allergy-tested’ seal of approval
- Certification awarded by independent German testing organisation, TÜV - Ford is only car manufacturer with official TÜV allergy-friendly certification - With Fiesta and Fusion added, Ford's full European passenger car line-up is now ...
27 Sep, 2008
189
Lexus ranks highest in vehicle sales satisfaction in Japan
Lexus ranks highest among 12 brands included in the study and receives an overall SSI score of 730 points on a 1,000-point scale. Lexus also performs particularly well in all five factors that contribute to overall satisfaction. Following Lexus in the ...
27 Sep, 2008
190
Top Reasons for Rejecting a New Vehicle: JD Power
Shoppers cite dealer-related issues among top reasons for rejecting a new vehicle.
26 Sep, 2008
191
Maruti Suzuki talking to Haryana Govt to set up crash test facility
India’s largest passenger manufacturer Maruti Suzuki India Ltd is talking to the Haryana government to acquire land, which could enable it to set up a crash test facility there.
24 Sep, 2008
192
Ford ranks highest in new-vehicle sales satisfaction in Indonesia
Ford ranks highest with an SSI index score of 762 on a 1,000-point scale, performing particularly well in delivery timing. Ford is followed closely in the rankings by Toyota (761) and Honda (760). Overall satisfaction across the industry averages 756 ...
24 Sep, 2008
193
Honda ranks highest in used-vehicle sales satisfaction in Japan
Daihatsu improves considerably in satisfying customers in Japan.
20 Sep, 2008
194
Service Usage & Retention Vehicle Study 2008: JD Power
Customer Satisfaction with Dealer Service for Four- and Five-Year-Old Vehicles Increases Slightly As Service Mix Continues Shift from Repair to Maintenance Work
19 Sep, 2008
195
Mitsubishi signs MoU with Iceland Govt for i MiEV electric vehicle
Mitsubishi Motors signs Memorandum of Understanding with government of Iceland regarding testing of i MiEV electric vehicle.
19 Sep, 2008
196
Volvo XC60 recommended for allergy sufferers
Volvo Cars has developed two systems, IAQS (Interior Air Quality System) and CZIP (Clean Zone Interior Package). These systems are important to allergy-sufferers. In the industrialized world, it is estimated that 45 percent of the population suffer from ...
17 Sep, 2008
197
Michelin ranks highest in JD Power’s equipment tire customer study
Michelin has topped the rankings in all four award segments including: Luxury/Sport, Pick-up/Full-size Van, Mass Market/Non-Luxury Sport, SUV.
17 Sep, 2008
198
Volvo offers safety guide for National Child Passenger Safety Week
Volvo Cars of North America offers a safety guide to help parents better protect their kids on the roads.
16 Sep, 2008
199
Lexus ranks highest in Taiwan customer satisfaction study
Lexus ranks highest in customer satisfaction with authorized dealer service in Taiwan for a 10th consecutive year.
15 Sep, 2008
200
Mexico Vehicle Ownership Satisfaction Study 2008 – JD Power
BMW, Honda, Lincoln, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Pontiac and Toyota Models Rank Highest in Ownership Satisfaction in Their Respective Segments.
13 Sep, 2008