SPEED LIMIT FOR GERMANY:Germany's speed limit-free motorways may fall victim to fears of global warming after the Social Democrats unexpectedly voted on Saturday in favour of introducing a top speed of 130 km/h.
Studies showing Germany's CO2 output from cars could be cut sharply by a speed limit helped convince a majority of SPD delegates to ignore their leaders at a party congress.
Opinion polls show about 60 per cent of Germans are in favour of a speed limit.
PROFITS LAG AT BMW:The world's largest premium carmaker, BMW, reported third-quarter profit that lagged behind forecasts on Tuesday, disappointing investors for a third straight quarter and sending its shares lower.
Derivative losses and rising writedowns for model launches meant earnings before tax rose only 6.3 per cent to €765 million, missing the average estimate of €913 million.
SUZUKI LAUNCHES NEW SALOON:Suzuki has launched its new SX4 saloon in Ireland.
It is powered by a 1.6-litre petrol engine with either five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission.
Prices start from €17,495 for the standard version, and €18,995 for the GLX.