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Why carmakers are speeding to China

Apr 20, 2009
Despite its struggles, General Motors is planning to increase its sales in China. Scott Tong reports from the Shanghai International Auto Show on why GM and other automakers are zooming to the Chinese market.

GM looking to unload Opel, Vauxhall

Apr 20, 2009
General Motors has been looking for ways to restructure its European operations. Its latest deal could net a big investor Germany's Opel and the U.K.'s Vauxhall with no real financial gain for GM. Christopher Werth reports.

Chrysler, CAW talks more demanding

Apr 20, 2009
Chrysler is talking to the Canadian Auto Workers union today, demanding it accept a big cut in wages and health care. Caitlan Carroll reports talks in Canada could be a precursor to what happens in talks with autoworkers in the U.S.

VW zooms past Toyota for sales champ

Apr 17, 2009
Volkswagon's sales surpassed Toyota's, putting it at number one in sales for the first quarter. How did VW do it? Janet Babin reports.

Volkswagen may be first in sales

Apr 17, 2009
First-quarter numbers suggest Volkswagen may have pulled ahead of Toyota and General Motors in global sales. Stephen Beard reports how the automaker has benefited from its powerful presence in emerging markets like China and Brazil.

Chrysler tries to prepare for Fiat deal

Apr 15, 2009
Chrysler has 16 days to make a deal with Italian automaker Fiat at the risk of losing government money and returning to bankruptcy court. First priority for Chrysler: paying back banks and hedge funds. Jeremy Hobson reports.

How GM bankruptcy would hit investors

Apr 13, 2009
As GM considers bankruptcy, the company's stakeholders are worrying about losses on their investments. Some bondholders may see returns on their money, but others could be arguing over pennies. Jeremy Hobson reports.

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GM making back-up bankruptcy plan

Apr 13, 2009
On top of restructuring, the U.S. Treasury wants General Motors to get its paperwork in order for a bankruptcy plan. Marketplace's Dan Grech explains to Steve Chiotakis what GM is hoping for out of this parallel process.

GM still gets returns on classic cars

Apr 9, 2009
General Motors is putting some of its classic cars on the auction block today for the second time this year. The move saves GM on warehouse costs and makes some cash on the solid classic car market. Joel Rose reports.

GM could shed parts to stay intact

Apr 8, 2009
GM wants to take advantage of a section of bankruptcy code that would allow it to sell its top-performing assets and brands to a new GM right away. Jeremy Hobson reports why that's seen as a better option than selling the company in pieces.