Author: Automotive News Feed

The European car market underwent a big shake-up in the first half as there was a change at the top of nine of the 24 segments tracked by Automotive News Europe. The biggest gainers were electric vehicles and small SUVs.

Premium automakers are progressively pushing volume rivals out of profit-rich niches such as coupes and convertibles. In the first half, 67 percent of all coupes sold in Europe were from premium brands, up from 55 percent in 2013.

Fiat Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne said he doesn’t plan to hold a road show for investors before listing shares of the combined car company in New York next month.

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Mercedes has increased production capacity for its Hungary-built CLA compact sedan, aiming to alleviate tight supplies that have limited sales, particularly in the key U.S. market.