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Analysis tagged 'Mitsubishi Motors Corporation'
The GM-PSA alliance
PSA's Philippe Varin outlined the basics of the PSA-GM alliance in a media briefing at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show.
Making size count: low-volume finished vehicle logistics
Mitsubishi Motors Europe seeks to reduce its vehicle distribution costs by utilising the larger European network.
The 2011 Tokyo Motor Show
AutomotiveWorld.com's coverage of the key model launches at the 42nd Tokyo Motor Show 2011.
Brazil's automotive gold rush: light vehicle manufacturing investments
Over the next five years, OEM investments in light vehicle manufacturing facilities in Brazil should exceed US$23bn.
Regaining momentum - the recovery of automotive logistics in Japan
Japan's automotive sector has successfully regained much of its logistics momentum
Frankfurt IAA 2011
AutomotiveWorld.com's coverage of the 2011 Frankfurt motor show (IAA)
Russia, the big opportunity on Europe's doorstep
Ian Henry examines the potential for the Russian car industry.
Port profile: the Port of Bremerhaven
The Port of Bremerhaven, Germany is the second largest port in Europe for finished vehicle throughput.
Russian evolution - PCMA Kaluga as a case study in the logistics of ramping up production
The Peugeot Citroen Mitsubishi Kaluga plant will initiate a globalised inbound logistics system by year-end.
Mitsubishi Motors future model plans: forecasts to 2025
AutomotiveWorld.com analyzes the future model plans of Mitsubishi Motors (MMC).
The Port of Baltimore - a major hub for finished vehicle logistics
The Port of Baltimore provides efficient import and export services for finished vehicle logistics.
Interview: Guillaume Faury, Executive VP Research and Development, Member of the PSA Managing Board
AutomotiveWorld.com talks to Guillaume Faury, Executive VP, R&D, and PSA Managing Board member.
Norway's EV experience offers other markets something to think about
Norway has a 12-year old parc of private EVs; Oslo in particular could provide lessons for elsewhere.
The outlook is positive for dedicated electric vehicle platforms
EVs built on dedicated platforms should quickly account for a significant proportion of EV sales
Interview: Ayoul Grouvel, Director, Electric Vehicles, PSA Peugeot Citroen
AutomotiveWorld.com talks to Ayoul Grouvel, Director, Electric Vehicles, PSA Peugeot Citroen
Auto importers shine in the land of the rising yen
Japan's automotive import sector has shown some impressive degrees of expansion recently after years of decline
Autolib: the help-yourself electric vehicle hire model
The Autolib project in France looks set set to give at least one OEM a headstart in the competitive EV industry
Auto logistics in Russia: gearing up for the rebound
Russia's automotive logistics managers are gearing up for a rebound in demand for new vehicles and aftermarket parts
UK market fragmentation: recession proof?
Market recession has not blunted the tendency for increased fragmentation in the UK new passenger car market
Interview: Kobus Meiring, CEO, Optimal Energy
AutomotiveWorld.com talks to Kobus Meiring, CEO of South African EV start-up Optimal Energy
Forecasting the market for electric vehicles
Given all the variables in play, forecasting the future market for EVs is proving extremely difficult
Electric vehicles unplugged: the industry gets serious
Electric vehicle business models dominated discussion at a recent Frost & Sullivan conference in London
PSA Peugeot Citroën’s low carbon car strategy
PSA Peugeot Citroën’s low carbon car strategy combines efficient engines, hybrids and electric vehicles.
What happened to all the hybrid sports car concepts?
Only two of the numerous hybrid sports car concepts presented since 2005 look set make it to production.
Interview: Guillaume Faury, Executive VP R&D, Manufacturing, Member of the PSA Managing Board
Guillaume Faury, PSA's Executive VP of R&D and Manufacturing outlines PSA’s electric vehicle and hybrid strategy
Chain reaction: monitoring and supporting auto suppliers
In the current economic climate, the effective monitoring and support of auto suppliers by OEMs is essential
The race for the low-cost automated manual transmission
The race is on to produce a low-cost AMT suitable for the high-volume, lower-cost vehicle segments.
Chrysler Group LLC: new logo, new strategy
Chrysler Group has announced a new five-year plan which it hopes will see it repay government loans by 2014
Interview: Guillaume Faury, Executive VP Manufacturing & Components, PSA Peugeot Citroën
AutomotiveWorld.com talks to Guillaume Faury, Executive VP Manufacturing & Components, PSA Peugeot Citroën
European light vehicle production by plant and model with implied capacity utilization 2008
Europe's worsening overcapacity problem reached almost 4.74 million units in 2008.
In profile: China's auto industry
AutomotiveWorld.com profiles China's auto industry
The Fuso Canter: More significance than meets the eye?
How significant is the latest incarnation of the Fuso Canter? ‘Highly’ seems a fair estimate.
Supplier Watch: Solutions sought for long-term survival
Sales growth from scrappage schemes shouldn’t hide the need for other solutions to supplier survival
NAFTA light vehicle production by plant and model with implied capacity utilization 2008
BMW tops AutomotiveWorld.com's study of NAFTA light vehicle production and capacity utilization in 2008.
Japanese see few gains from current weakness at GM and Chrysler
Japanese OEMs appear doubtful that the GM and Chrysler bankruptcies will confer longer-term gains.
Country profile: Russian Federation
Socio-political data
Will electric vehicle batteries ever come of age?
Are EV battery technologies beginning to combine necessary performance, range and longevity at last?
New generation auto suppliers: Quantum Technologies
Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide represents one of the new generation of auto suppliers.
Nissan confirms electric vehicle programme as number one priority
Senior Nissan executives outline the latest news on the company's plans to mass-market pure electric vehicles.
Turning towards battery-powered vehicles
The recent Paris auto show was notable for the range of electric vehicles on display, highlighting the scale of research and development now underway.
Country profile: Taiwan
AutomotiveWorld.com profiles Taiwan
Lithium-Ion Batteries – Who’s Doing What with Who?
The battery technology increasingly favoured for hybrids and electric vehicles is that of lithium-ion (Li-Ion).
Japanese OEM sales (May 2007) and production results (April 2007)
Andrew Mollet takes his regular look at the sales and production results of Japan's OEMs
Japanese OEM sales (April 2007) and production results (Fiscal 2006/7)
Andrew Mollet takes his regular look at the sales and production results of Japan's OEMs
Japanese OEM sales (Fiscal 2006/7) and production results (February 2007)
Andrew Mollet takes his regular look at the sales and production results of Japan's OEMs
Japanese OEM sales (February 2007) and production results (January 2007)
Andrew Mollet takes his regular look at the sales and production results of Japan's OEMs
Australia's OEMs conquer the world
Australia's OEMs are attempting to achieve success through a unique interplay between their manufacturing systems and the markets they serve. Dr Paul Nieuwenhuis reports
Japanese OEM sales (CY 2006) and production results (November 2006)
Andrew Mollet takes his regular look at the sales and production results of Japan's OEMs
Japanese OEM sales (November) and production results (October)
Andrew Mollet takes his regular look at the sales and production results of Japan's OEMs
Japanese OEM diesel strategies
With the diesel boom steadily making its way from Europe across the Atlantic to North America, Japan's OEMs are under pressure to step up their diesel engine programmes. Andrew Mollet reports
Japanese OEM sales (August) and production results (July)
Andrew Mollet takes his regular look at the sales and production results of Japan's OEMs
Japan's finest prepare for a US slump
Disappointing sales in Japan and the US have had an adverse effect on the H1 financial results of many of Japan's vehicle manufacturers. Andrew Mollet reports
Powertrain developments at the Tokyo motor show
Powertrains in concept cars at the 39th Tokyo motor show indicate that automotive research departments are rapidly improving fuel cells and lithium ion batteries. William Diem reports
Positive outlook for Japan’s vehicle manufacturers
It looks like Japan's car and truck manufacturers are set for another excellent year. Andrew Mollet reports
Is bigger always better?
Is the era of economies of scale over in the automotive industry?
Production workers at automotive transplants in the United States (Part 2)
The second installment of a two-part feature in which Professor Richard Senter Jr, Michael S Flynn and KF Alkire, examine the process by which Japanese OEMs have grafted their company culture and operating procedures onto their US workforces
Production workers at automotive transplants in the United States (Part 1)
In part one of this two part feature Professor Richard Senter Jr, Michael S Flynn and KF Alkire discuss how Japanese transplants in the US have accomplished the hiring and training of their production workforce
Commercial truck business: vehicle manufacturer and supplier performance
Has the global truck industry reached the peak of the current business cycle?
Can Mitsubishi save itself?
Mitusbishi has finally announced details of its long-awaited rehabilitation plan…but will it be enough to save it?
Good times in Japan
Most of Japan's vehicle manufacturers posted excellent financial results for the first half of the current fiscal year and, according to Abhrajit Gangopadhyay, the trend looks set to continue
Assessing the impact of automotive M&A activity (Part 2)
DaimlerChrysler’s misadventures with its allies prompt Toby Procter to review the costs and penalties of mergers, acquisitions and alliances in the pursuit of advantage in global automotive consolidation.
Sluggish outlook for the Japanese domestic vehicle market
Andrew Mollet takes a look at the current situation in the Japanese automotive industry, and summarises analysts' predictions for the coming year.
The DaimlerChrysler and Mitsubishi saga is still unfinished
Mitsubishi Motors’ difficulties look likely to continue for some time yet as the company looks for ways to recover without DaimlerChrysler’s help. Andrew Mollet reviews the situation.
Mitsubishi to expand Illinois capacity 25 percent
Mitsubishi has announced a further expansion of its manufacturing plant in Normal, Illinois, raising annual production capacity there 25 percent
NedCar: undergoing a near complete makeover under Mitsubishi
In April 2001 Mitsubishi took full control of the NedCar plant in the Netherlands after acquiring Volvo’s 50 percent stake. As a result, production of the Volvo S/V40 will be transferred to the Swedish manufacturers’ Ghent factory in Belgium in order to m
Thailand: the “Detroit of South-East Asia” is on high-growth track
Unexpectedly robust consumer spending, especially on automobiles, has boosted Thailand’s economic outlook, although signs of an export recovery following the recent global recession are still very limited.
