China

China's Brilliance Automotive has reached an agreement with South Korea's Pyeonghwa Motor Corp to build buses in North Korea. Pyeonghwa will assemble the 'light' buses at its plant... 2007-02-19

Nanjing Automobile Group will begin production of cars based on MG Rover designs from March.

Japanese rivals Toyota and Honda both plan to raise production of their mid-range sedans in China this year, as demand in the segment increases. Toyota's local joint venture, Guangzhou... 2007-01-25

Czech carmaker Skoda is preparing for its latest Asia project, which involves local production of the Octavia mid-range sedan in China. The company plans to produce 35,000 units in... 2007-01-22

British automotive component manufacturer GKN is accommodating extra demand for its products in China with a new production plant and a joint venture. The group's GKN Driveline Torque... 2007-01-18

DaimlerChrysler is pledging its commitment to the Chinese market with a number of new production projects. The Chrysler division will begin local production of the Sebring sedan later... 2007-01-08

After becoming a net exporter of vehicles for the first time in 2005, China is looking to fine-tune its capabilities in order to maintain a global image of reliability. In the country's... 2007-01-02

Bankrupt US automotive component manufacturer Delphi is boosting its Chinese business, as it aims to increase sales in other markets. The company will hold a 60% stake in a half-shaft... 2006-12-22

Italy's Fiat is reportedly mulling its next step, which may include legal action, after China's Great Wall revealed a car similar to the Fiat Panda. Great Wall has denied the copying... 2006-12-14

Growth in China's new vehicle market continues to defy all anticipation of a burn-out, leading BMI to revise its forecast upwards in the recently published China Automotives Report.... 2006-12-13