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If you think that the global economy is on its way to recovery, think again. Cumulative car sales in the European Union (EU) from January to November 2012 have fallen to a 19-year low. It dropped 7.2 percent to 11.7 million units, the lowest figure since 1993. The decline was propelled by a 10 percent plunge in November. The European Automobile Manufacturers' Association expects a full-year market contraction to about 12 million cars, the fewest cars sold in Europe since 1995. Below are the November statistics of some of the affected car makers: Brand Renault: -27.4 percent PSA Peugeot Citroen: -16 percent GM (Opel, Vauxhall, Chevrolet): -13 percent Ford: -10.2 percent VW: -2.5 percent However, BMW and Mercedes managed to buck the market trend and recorded sales growth of 0.4 percent and 1.5 percent for November respectively. Perhaps, workers in Fiat and Peugeot should start looking for job opportunities with the two German car makers as their companies have announced plans to cut 1,500 jobs each.
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GM Vice Chairman Stephen Grisky says that Opel is not for sale. "Opel is not for sale. GM fully stands behind Opel," said Mr Girsky in a statement recently. "Opel is a fully integrated part of GM's global footprint and vital for GM's future success in Europe. The GM-PSA alliance is fully on track." The statement comes after an Italian newspaper implied Fiat was ready to buy the loss-making brand should the alliance between GM and PSA/Peugeot Citroen fail. The publication reported that Fiat CEO Sergio Marchionne is already preparing a proposal to acquire the European brand in the event that GM decides to pull out of the alliance. The first time Fiat was trying to buy over Opel was in 2009 when the company was briefly in the red. Car makers are currently going through a deplorable phase as they struggle to control increasing losses in Europe after 11 consecutive months of declining sales. GM is one of the companies that were badly hit as it lost almost US$16 billion in its European operations over the last 12 years. The GM-PSA alliance allows both the manufacturers to share vehicle platforms, components and modules. In addition, the creation of a global purchasing joint venture enables both entities to enjoy greater economy of scales when sourcing for materials. I believe Opel has a future as it has plans to revamp its engine line up over the next 12 months. The new 1.6-litre SIDI (spark ignition direct injection) ECOTEC engine has been introduced recently and production will start in late 2012. Opel, hang in there!
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Rumours ... http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/news/autoexpr...0/fiat_500.html "Here's a Fiat 500 that
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Fresh from the clubfiattitude............the group photo to make an impact that FIAT brand has truly made a full comeback.
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[extract] It is rumoured that Fiat intends to showcase their 500XL seven-seater van at the upcoming Paris Motor Show in September next month. But before that could happen, images of the said vehicle have leaked into the internet. The van
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[extract] Most of us love to drink coffee and some of us (including me) just need to drink it in the morning just to give us a jolt. For drivers who need something like that, wouldn
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[extract] Some of Fiat
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[extract] Fiat has reportedly signed an agreement with Ferrari, which requires the supercar maker to develop new engines for Fiat
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[extract] Fiat joins Hyundai, PSA Peugeot Citro
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Mazda and Fiat to co-develop a rear wheel driven roadster
FaezClutchless posted a blog entry in MyAutoBlog
[extract] Back in November last year, Alfa Romeo (which is under the Fiat Group) is challenging, particularly at the Mazda MX-5, the rear wheel drive roadster market segment with a new generation Spider. But now it seems that things are going to change. The MX-5 will receive a sibling but it will not be a Mazda. Mazda Motor Corporation and Fiat Group Automobiles have signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the development and manufacturing of a new roadster for both companies -
These two are forming an alliance, who will gain more in this "marriage/affair"? Mazda has the technologies, Fiat has Maserati etc..... Samurai + Latino HOT babe
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[extract] Very soon, Fiat will be revealing the new Viaggio sedan at the Auto China 2012 held in Beijing. Before that, here are some new photos of the compact sedan to tantalize the customers. The car's name,
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Switched from my Mk-2 Punto into a Bravo T-Jet. Was no sure at first, given so many choices in the price range. Tried the new Mitsu Lancer EX - didnt't make the cut. IMHO, hugely disappointing. The Civic was the next choice but it feels boring, even compared to my ex 1.3 Punto! The Civic interior is top notch though. Then called my Fiat salesman and he invited me to try the new Bravo. The NA Bravo was nothing to shout about but smooth and had the "Italian Sound"! Then he let me try the Bravo Turbo aka T-Jet. I was hooked man. Pure shiokness. Booked a black one on the spot(without my wife's knowledge) . Now 2500km I have no regrets at all. Next need do some mods and change from 16" to 17". The Original rim damn difficult to clean. Any bros here with same car. Need to share idea how to mod.
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[extract] In December 2007, Fiat sold its share in its money-losing joint venture with Nanjing Automotive to China's Shanghai Automotive. Not discouraged by the event, Fiat is again trying to gain a foothold in the world
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intend to buy the above car but need to clarify on few things 1. what is the tested FC so far on the auto version (rated 120hp) 2. is the above car reliable? (especially the auto gear box) 3. is the spare part expensive? thanks
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hi, i'm looking at Bravo Auto.I heard spare parts nt easily available & expensive, selespeed gearbox reliable ? can ani1 enlighten me ? i looking at <2yrs car. tks all
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I am fond of Italian car, and tot would like review the typical city drive fun car, taken from http://www.carsfromitaly.com/fiat/index.html . Here goes:
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Hi , any fiat driver beside sending to agent........ which workshop do u send for servicing . also buying of Fiat spare like oil filter , air filter etc....... thanks.
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[extract] There are rumours that Fiat is planning to bring a wagon variant of their 500 to the market and the car will be called the 500L - with the
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Price very close for 2007 car, which is better in terms of FC and road handling? Choosing 2nd car for my wife.
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[extract] A chubby Fiat 500 derivative is about to be launched soon. The Fiat Ellezero (which means 'L 0') is the latest addition to the Fiat 500 range of vehicles. It is chubby because is it the MPV variant of this cheery mini car and it basically is based on the 500 (especially the nose up front) and the chassis underpinnings of the new Fiat Panda. Brought out by Fiat to add some pizzazz to the very dull looking (mini)MPV sector, the Fiat Ellezero certainly looks different from the normal and quite boring mini MPVs you see in the market these days. Cars like the Hyundai Matrix come to mind. And yes it might look a little weird to some, it is a Fiat. Fiat being Italian usually means a certain kind of flair (and sometimes weirdness
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nice leh... Topgear mentioned it in episode 4 i think.. This is a hot hatch i wanna have! (dont mind the citroen DS also)
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Just test drove the Fiat Dolbo Panorama. Any owners out there? How's your FC like, at $65,000 it's a bit on the high side. OMV 17k. 77 horses 5 speed MT. If i were to buy, it's for the lower road tax and hopfully good FC. Please provide me your advice. Thank you.
