(April 22, 2015) DETROIT – General Motors sold 2.4 million vehicles globally in the first quarter of 2015, up 2 percent compared to a year ago. Sales in China increased 9 percent and deliveries in North America were up 6 percent. Opel/Vauxhall increased its sales by 3 percent in Europe.

“The momentum our brands are building in China, the U.S. and Western Europe more than offset difficult conditions in some other large markets like Russia and Brazil,” said GM CEO Mary Barra.

(April 21, 2015) NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Nissan's Smyrna Vehicle Assembly Plant continues its reign as the top-producing automotive plant in North America production for the all-new 2016 Nissan Maxima started today.

"When Nissan came to Tennessee more than 30 years ago, there were almost no auto jobs in the state," said Sen. Lamar Alexander. "Three decades later, about one-third of our manufacturing jobs are auto related, auto suppliers have located in 80 counties, and our family incomes are higher. I want to thank Nissan for providing opportunities for thousands of talented Tennesseans."

(April 21, 2015) DETROIT – Chevrolet says its new Colorado is reinvigorating the midsize truck market, leading pickups of all sizes in spending the least amount of time on dealer lots in the first quarter while winning customers from other brands. Customers purchased 19,126 Colorados from January to March, when General Motors’ Wentzville, Mo., assembly plant added a third shift to keep up with demand.

(April 20, 2015) IRVINE, Calif. — The wait is almost over, as North America-bound 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata production began today, signaling the imminent arrival of the next generation of the world's most popular two-seat roadster at U.S. dealers. Additionally, Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) has released pricing for the entire MX-5 range, including the first 1,000 cars earmarked as Launch Edition models.