News for 'GM Motors'

Watch out Porsche, Ferrari; Corvette is back

Watch out Porsche, Ferrari; Corvette is back

Rediff.com21 Jan 2013

On 60 anniversary of 'America's sports car' Corvette, we look at the past and the future of this iconic machine.

New scheme for Chevrolet Optra buyers

New scheme for Chevrolet Optra buyers

Rediff.com25 Apr 2005

General Motors India on Monday announced a loyalty scheme for its customers under which it will offer a bonus of Rs 20,000 on purchase of the Chevrolet Optra NY edition.

New Opel Corsa @ Rs 447,468

New Opel Corsa @ Rs 447,468

Rediff.com9 Mar 2005

General Motors India on Wednesday launched the new look Opel Corsa and said the company was working on new programmes to introduce more special editions of its cars in 2005 to boost sales.

Nissan set to enter small car market

Nissan set to enter small car market

Rediff.com20 Apr 2007

The company on Thursday introduced its luxury sedan Teana.

New Chevrolet Tavera at Rs 599,000

New Chevrolet Tavera at Rs 599,000

Rediff.com16 Jan 2006

General Motors India on Monday launched a new variant of Chevrolet Tavera priced at Rs 599,000.

Auto stocks among most attractive shorts of '11

Auto stocks among most attractive shorts of '11

Rediff.com10 Jun 2011

In a market economy, the health of the personal transportation industry is linked to the economic health of the nation. However, the health of a specific auto-player is not that crucial.

Djokovic withdraws from ATP Player Council polls

Djokovic withdraws from ATP Player Council polls

Rediff.com22 Dec 2020

The Serb set up the breakaway PTPA on the eve of the US Open in September and resigned as head of the player council but last month he confirmed that he had been nominated by his fellow professionals for the current elections which he accepted.

Indian lab to develop frost-tolerant Jatropha

Indian lab to develop frost-tolerant Jatropha

Rediff.com3 May 2010

Scientists at the Central Salt and Marine Chemicals Research Institute are working on a project to develop frost-tolerant varieties of bio-fuel bearing Jatropha plant for large-scale plantation in the US.

Chevrolet India debut on cards

Chevrolet India debut on cards

Rediff.com12 Feb 2003

A first by automakers in India

A first by automakers in India

Rediff.com20 Jul 2010

The company wants to exploit the space further as the online medium is the most cost-efficient advertising option compared to print and television.

After LPG model, Chevrolet Beat plans diesel version

After LPG model, Chevrolet Beat plans diesel version

Rediff.com3 Mar 2011

The LPG model was launched a fortnight ago. Chevrolet is now hoping to rev up the car's sales with a diesel option in June.

Hyundai Santro, Chevrolet Spark to be off Indian roads soon

Hyundai Santro, Chevrolet Spark to be off Indian roads soon

Rediff.com29 Oct 2014

The Korean company has sold over 1.36 million cars and has exported 535,000 units.

Opel to slash 9,500 jobs

Opel to slash 9,500 jobs

Rediff.com26 Nov 2009

The head of GM's European operations Nick Reilly assured on Thursday state premier of Thuringia in eastern Germany Christine Lieberknecht that Opel's Eisenach plant in the state will remain open.

Fiat move to shake up Indian market: Analysts

Fiat move to shake up Indian market: Analysts

Rediff.com6 May 2009

The Italian car giant surprised the recession-hit global auto industry with an announcement that it is bidding to take over the GM's struggling Opel brand to consolidate its global base. Though Fiat entered India almost six decades ago, it is facing rough competition from car manufacturers from Japan and South Korea. It tied up with Tata Motors for building a manufacturing plant near Pune to increase its supply capacity in 2007.

The stunning Chevrolet Corvette is here!

The stunning Chevrolet Corvette is here!

Rediff.com3 Feb 2016

General Motors steals the show at the Auto Expo 2016 with an impressive line up.

4 PIOs on Fortune's '40 under 40' list

4 PIOs on Fortune's '40 under 40' list

Rediff.com25 Jul 2018

Dhivya Suryadevara, chief finance officer of the US's largest automaker General Motors, comes in at the 4th spot, followed by Vimeo CEO Anjali Sud (14), cofounder and co-CEO of Robinhood, Baiju Bhatt (24) and Female Founders Fund founding partner Anu Duggal (32).

Why car makers are in trouble

Why car makers are in trouble

Rediff.com19 Dec 2008

While Detroit's Big Three wrangle with the US Congress for a bailout, we could be witnessing another extinction story.

US auto crisis: Indian IT feels the pain

US auto crisis: Indian IT feels the pain

Rediff.com6 May 2009

Chrysler and General Motors each annually outsource $200-300 million (around Rs 10-15 billion) worth of projects to different vendors, which may be hit by 20-25 per cent, says Avinash Vashistha, chairman and CEO, Tholons, a research and advisory firm. While Chrysler has filed for bankruptcy, there is talk that GM may follow suit.

One desi replaces another at Ford's North American unit

One desi replaces another at Ford's North American unit

Rediff.com23 Feb 2018

Indian-American Raj Nair, executive vice president and president of Ford North America, has been asked to leave the Detroit-based motor company following allegations of misconduct at work place, has been replaced by another Indian-American, Kumar Galhotra.

The gloomy side of India's cheap car boom

The gloomy side of India's cheap car boom

Rediff.com22 Jan 2016

Poor contract workers often have little or no access to safety equipment or health benefits in factories.

Maruti's market share has zoomed past global trends

Maruti's market share has zoomed past global trends

Rediff.com26 Dec 2017

Maruti is now at a market share of 50.4%, up from 47.3% last year. In China, the world's biggest market, Volkswagen is the largest, with a share of 17%. In America, the second biggest, GM is leader with 18%. One exception is South Korea, where Hyundai has a market share in excess of 60%.

Can Tesla win India where most US carmakers have failed?

Can Tesla win India where most US carmakers have failed?

Rediff.com23 Apr 2021

What will it take for Tesla to plug and play in India? Sector pundits say it's a mix of strategy, getting the price right, timing, the right talent, and above all, patience.

Chevrolet Spark, Aveo U-VA win J D Power award

Chevrolet Spark, Aveo U-VA win J D Power award

Rediff.com2 Dec 2008

US carmaker General Motors on Tuesday said it has won J D Power Asia Pacific 2008 award for its two cars Chevrolet Spark and Aveo U-VA produced by its Indian subsidiary.

Toyota wants to ship left-hand drive cars from India

Toyota wants to ship left-hand drive cars from India

Rediff.com6 Jun 2017

Toyota has capacity to manufacture 310,000 vehicles at its two plants located near Bengaluru

Best cars: Check out the toppers

Best cars: Check out the toppers

Rediff.com3 Dec 2007

Carmakers seem to be driving in the right lane with their new models, with three of the new launches - Maruti Swift diesel and Mahindra Renault Logan as well as GM's Chevrolet Aveo U-VA - finishing on the top of their segments in a customer satisfaction survey.

Chevrolet Spark is the best small car: JD Power

Chevrolet Spark is the best small car: JD Power

Rediff.com28 Nov 2007

The research firm ranked small car Chevrolet Spark as the leader in terms of quality in the compact car segment with a score of 127, mid-size sedan Chevrolet Aveo topped the midsize segment with a score of 109 while Chevrolet Optra (97) was ranked highest in the premium midsize segment, GM India said in a statement.

All about the gorgeous Chevy Spark

All about the gorgeous Chevy Spark

Rediff.com21 Apr 2007

The zippy power delivery, the smooth gearshifts, the spot-on gear ratios and the narrow dimensions of the car mean that they make short work of your daily commute in thick traffic.

Chevrolet Optra Platinum @ Rs 824,000

Chevrolet Optra Platinum @ Rs 824,000

Rediff.com29 Mar 2007

General Motors India on Thursday launched a special 'Platinum' edition of its luxury sedan Chevrolet Optra priced at Rs 824,000 (ex-showroom Delhi).

'India is an incredibly important market'

'India is an incredibly important market'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2015

GM chief Mary Barra reveals turnaround plans.

How a 2-yr-old inspired her father to lose weight

How a 2-yr-old inspired her father to lose weight

Rediff.com25 Jun 2018

Mahesh Shirodkar shares his weightloss journey.

Why the Rs 1-lakh car is not good for India

Why the Rs 1-lakh car is not good for India

Rediff.com14 Dec 2006

What India needs is a not cheap car, but more fuel-efficient cars. It also needs to make its public transportation better.

Chevrolet Aveo at Rs 5.55 lakh

Chevrolet Aveo at Rs 5.55 lakh

Rediff.com16 Mar 2006

You can soon drive a Hummer

You can soon drive a Hummer

Rediff.com18 Jun 2005

Tavera recall case may come under road ministry's scanner

Tavera recall case may come under road ministry's scanner

Rediff.com23 Oct 2013

A government-instituted panel which probed the extent of non-compliance by General Motors in re-fitting pre-approved engines on Tavera models sent for inspection to meet specified emission norms, submitted its report late on Monday evening, holding the company responsible for corporate fraud.

Chevrolet Tavera: Ready for India

Chevrolet Tavera: Ready for India

Rediff.com1 May 2004

'Bought at 21, now at 49. Hold or sell?'

'Bought at 21, now at 49. Hold or sell?'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2021

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

Hyundai hikes prices; cheapest Eon to cost over Rs 3 lakh

Hyundai hikes prices; cheapest Eon to cost over Rs 3 lakh

Rediff.com6 Jan 2015

Prices across all models starting from Eon to Santa Fe has been hiked in the range of Rs 15,000 to Rs 127,000