Chrysler fully absorbed into Fiat with a new name for 2014
Posted on 6 Feb 2014 by Tim Brown
Detroit-based Chrysler has been absorbed by Italian car company Fiat to form a new, global car company: Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA).
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Aston Martin recall: what now for its supply chains?
Posted on 6 Feb 2014 by The Manufacturer
Two supply chain specialists give their take on the Aston Martin product recall, which could result in the recall of over 17,000 of the automotive's sports cars.
Aston Martin to recall thousands of vehicles due to alleged ‘fake’ part
Posted on 6 Feb 2014 by Tim Brown
As reported by the BBC, Aston Martin is to recall over 17,000 of its vehicles because of a potentially defective counterfeit Chinese-made part.
Vauxhall’s Luton plant awarded top quality benchmark
Posted on 31 Jan 2014 by The Manufacturer
Vauxhall's van manufacturing plant in Luton has become the first in Europe to achieve a top manufacturing benchmark.
Can digital drive consumer loyalty in the automotive market?
Posted on 31 Jan 2014 by The Manufacturer
Deborah Dermouk from Paragon UK, the automotive marketing support experts, explains why manufacturers need to be aware of the simpler advancements that could generate customer engagement, brand loyalty and in turn increased sales.
Caterham F1 and GE push big data performance in 2014
Posted on 29 Jan 2014 by Victoria Fitzgerald
Caterham F1 bosses hope big data technology through a partnership with GE will "worry the team in front".
Formula 1 2014; the times they are a changin’
Posted on 29 Jan 2014 by David Farrow
The Manufacturer's local Formula 1 guru, David Farrow, shares his thoughts on the massive changes to the cars this season and how he thinks the teams will react.
Nissan to manufacture London taxis in Coventry
Posted on 29 Jan 2014 by The Manufacturer
A new London taxi designed by Japanese automotive manufacturer Nissan is to be assembled in Coventry as part of a £6m joint investment with ADV Manufacturing.
McLaren unveils 2014 Formula 1 race car; the MP4-29
Posted on 27 Jan 2014 by Callum Bentley
McLaren has become the third Formula 1 team to launch its 2014 race car and the first to show shots of its actual car.
Strike ballots called across Ford manufacturing sites
Posted on 27 Jan 2014 by The Manufacturer
More than 5,000 Ford UK workers are being balloted for strike action by union Unite in a dispute over changes to job security and pensions.