Winning formula
F1 manufacturer McLaren is applying its world-class expertise to new markets — and not just racing cars.
Car sales stall in Europe’s uphill economy
European car sales have fallen for the 12th consecutive month and are heading for a double-digit decline this year.
BP haunted by uncertainties but puts on brave face
BP has set aside a further $847-million to pay for the Deepwater Horizon disaster, raising the potential cost to $38-billion.
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Rolls-Royce ratchets up record sales
UK-based carmakers making a fortune from emerging markets’ penchant for luxury vehicles.
Toyota loses its top spot
Based on sales figures for the year to date, the Japanese car manufacturer is no longer king.
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Airline industry profits ascend to previous highs
The global airline industry was predicted to soar to a profit of nearly $9-billion in 2010 — compared with a loss of some $10-billion in 2009.
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Carbon tax takes flight
Canberra has proposed that a carbon dioxide reduction target is set for airlines as part of the treaty that will emerge from the Copenhagen summit.
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No jets for bail-out companies
Glut expected on market as demand plummets for 2008’s must-have executive perk.
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Carmakers panic over sales gridlock
North America is not the only significant car market affected by a recent slump in sales.
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Optimism doesn’t last long in the US
The $326-billion rescue of Citigroup was, some investors hoped, a turning point.