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Topic: General Motors

Ralph Nader: a force that won't be co-opted

Ralph Nader (Illustration by Kagan Mcleod)

Apr 05, 2013

A look at the life of the consumer rights activist Read Article Ralph Nader: a force that won't be co-opted

Full throttle ahead for US car makers

In this March 30, 2011 photo, the grill of a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado pickup is seen at Cody Chevrolet- Cadillac in Montpelier, Vt. General Motors' U.S. car and truck sales rose 11 percent in March, a smaller increase than the prior two months as it offered fewer rebates and other incentives. (AP Photo/Toby Talbot)

Mar 03, 2013

Car makers led by General Motors and Ford say that sales of cars and lorries are set for their best year since 2007 despite government spending cuts. Read Article Full throttle ahead for US car makers

Superfast networks add spice to new products on show at mobile congress

Apple previewed the iWatch at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. Josep Lago / AFP

Feb 28, 2013

Networks are helping to add pizzazz to new mobile products as the rapid evolution in smartphone and tablet design slows to a trickle. Read Article Superfast networks add spice to new products on show at mobile congress

GM cars will soon zoom online

Feb 26, 2013

American car manufacturer General Motors is launching the world's first fourth generation LTE-enabled wireless car next year. Read Article GM cars will soon zoom online

 

Toyota wins back world's top car sales crown from GM

Jan 28, 2013

Toyota regained the crown as the world's top selling automaker in 2012, posting record-high sales and beating rivals General Motors and Volkswagen. Read Article Toyota wins back world's top car sales crown from GM

 

Why Detroit's car bosses can help restore its economy

Sergio Marchionne, CEO of Fiat and Chrysler Group. Larry W Smith / EPA

Jan 18, 2013

Detroit's woes are cavernous, but its car companies are at least beginning to fix themselves. Read Article Why Detroit's car bosses can help restore its economy

 

A car a minute speeds into Jebel Ali Port

More than half a million vehicles were imported, exported or re-exported at Jebel Ali Port in the first 49 weeks of this year. Pawan Singh / The National

Dec 18, 2012

More than half a million vehicles were handled at Jebel Ali Port so far this year, a record for the facility. Read Article A car a minute speeds into Jebel Ali Port

 

European car makers dented by euro crisis

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Dec 18, 2012

Some of Europe's most venerable car brands are facing a struggle for survival as a collapse in demand is forcing plant closures and staff cuts. Read Article European car makers dented by euro crisis

 

Toyota set to overtake General Motors as world's biggest car maker

Dec 17, 2012

Toyota is poised to take back the title of world's biggest car maker for 2012, as Volkswagen fights General Motors for second place heading into the final weeks. Read Article Toyota set to overtake General Motors as world's biggest car maker

 

Youths left broken on wheel of fortune

Its Ellesmere Port factory, right, which produces Opel cars branded Vauxhall in the United Kingdom, was almost shut down until General Motors, left, announced €155 million worth of investments. Thomas Lohnes / AFP and Paul Ellis / AFP

Jun 08, 2012

General Motors is one of the few big international companies to make a financial commitment to Europe where youth unemployment is rife. Read Article Youths left broken on wheel of fortune

 

Facebook IPO frenzy takes us back to dot-com bubble territory

Facebook

May 28, 2012

Just like dot-com companies back in the late 1990s that promised the earth but were less than capable of persuading paying customers to part with their cash, Facebook may face a similar struggle. Read Article Facebook IPO frenzy takes us back to dot-com bubble territory

 

Jaguar debuts new F-Type, but forgets to bring the car

The F-Type is based on the recent C-X16 concept. AFP / Jaguar Land Rover

Apr 13, 2012

Plus more news from the New York International Auto Show, including Dodge's reborn Viper and GM's reveal of the next generation Impala. Read Article Jaguar debuts new F-Type, but forgets to bring the car

 

The Week in Motoring: Mercedes seized decades after alleged theft

The rear takes less than a minute to extend and weighs just 130kg. Doubleback

Apr 06, 2012

Plus: Volkswagen camper gets modern twist; Cadillac pioneers vibrating seats; Ford GT breaks standing mile record; and rally champ heads up Pikes Peak in Audi 25 years after record. Read Article The Week in Motoring: Mercedes seized decades after alleged theft

 

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Life of Pelé to be immortalised on film

Brazilian forward Pele dribbles past a defender during a friendly soccer match between Malmoe and Brazil, 08 May 1960 in Malmoe. Pele scored two goals as Brazil won 7-1. AFP PHOTO

Brian Grazer is producing a film on the football star Pele.  Life of Pelé to be immortalised on film

Louvre Abu Dhabi is a modern marvel in the making

The stunning dome designed by Jean Nouvel will be the first thing visitors to the Louvre Abu Dhabi will see when they arrive at the museum in 2015. Courtesy Tourism Development & Investment Company

The Louvre Abu Dhabi will open its doors to visitors in 2015, but one of the most crucial phases of construction is well under way.   Louvre Abu Dhabi is a modern marvel in the making

Secretly shot Iranian film and second heist mark last days of Cannes

The Iranian director Mohammad Rasoulof, who has been banned from making films and leaving Iran, made a surprise appearance at the Cannes film festival to screen his political thriller Manuscripts Don't Burn. Valery Hache / AP Photo

More of our look at the behind-the-scenes ups and downs at the Cannes Film Festival.  Secretly shot Iranian film and second heist mark last days of Cannes

Design like a pro with our expert tips

Pull together as many interior design magazines as possible and collate images that reflect what you would like your home to look like. Pawan Singh / The National

Your budget may not allow for the services of an interior designer but these tips will help you create a home that looks like its been put together by a pro.   Design like a pro with our expert tips

The Orient, expressed in Abu Dhabi

Dome of the Rock Mosque in Jerusalem, 1844, by Joseph-Philibert Girault de Prangey. Courtesy of Louvre Abu Dhabi Agence photo F

A discussion at Manarat Al Saadiyat will examine the art and photography of European artists travelling 'through the lights and images' of this region, writes Nick Leech   The Orient, expressed in Abu Dhabi

UAE rugby hope the kids are all right

JJ Fanucci of Dubai Exiles during the Jebel Ali Sevens Rugby at the Jebel Ali Centre of Excellence, Jebel Ali on the 16th November 2012. Credit: Jake Badger for The National

Freshly relegated, no better time for a youth movement than the present, writes Paul Radley.  UAE rugby hope the kids are all right

In pictures: Business picks up for UAE property model makers

Companies tasked with making scale models to announce developments in Dubai report business is picking up. Words by Martin Croucher. Photos by Christopher Pike / The National

Companies tasked with making scale models to announce developments in Dubai report business is picking up.  In pictures: Business picks up for UAE property model makers

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In pictures: Swarovski studded tub

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In pictures: Maldives a piece of heaven on earth

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In pictures: Sir Bu Nair Island

Sir Bu Nair Island in charge of Sharjah government. One of the UAE’s untouched, natural islands is to be partially developed under new plans by Sharjah to promote eco-tourism.(Photos)

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