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Overseas car makers are set to have their ambitions trimmed when it comes to investing in China's auto industry.

Swedish car brand finally declared bankrupt despite last-ditch efforts to save it.

The Chinese economy continues to grow, although tough decisions may be required in the manufacturing sector. VW is set to be come the top global automaker.

Volvo's global sales have been boosted by a buoyant Chinese market, along with Ford and Mercedes, but GM dips slightly.

Major auto manufacturers and OEMs look ahead to a prosperous Chinese market at a Shanghai conference

Auto design studios dream-up lightweight cars of the future for LA Auto Show

GM's list of licenced products has been published along with some challenging words, but some lubes producers are playing catch-up and Citgo announces GF-5 equivalent.

GM subsidiary, Vauxhall, has launched the first own-brand lubricants range under the new Dexos2 specification

GM's Dexos specification testing to be funded by licence and blending fees.

API's SN standard faces challenges; Dexos fees to change as Infineum is first in line; Ford joins the myth-busters; UAE sets the base oil pace in Middle East; and Gulf takes marine operation to the Americas.

Chevron gains a new Chairman; GM and ILSAC lose a key figure; PTT buys into Total's blending operations and Rhein Chemie opens in China.

The Fiat, Chrysler, GM, Magna loop is finally closed; Shell undergoes a major restructure; Chevron and ExxonMobil have a busy month and there is plenty of activity in Malaysia.