Citroën announces DS5 crossover at Auto Shanghai
Citroën has announced its DS5 at Auto Shanghai, the Shanghai Motor Show. Originally touted as a crossover (blending saloon, coupé and off-roader), the result is more a sleek all-wheel-drive hatchback that carries on the design theme of the smaller DS3 and DS4. The DS5 features Citroën’s Hybrid4 diesel technology: 200 PS, four-wheel drive, electric […]
Volkswagen globally launches next-generation Beetle with more ‘masculine’ design
Volkswagen has débuted the new Beetle with simultaneous launches in Shanghai (which is having its motor show), New York and Berlin. The launch reflects the most important markets for the car: the growing Chinese market, where Volkswagen has a leadership position with ventures in both Beijing and Shanghai; the US, which has always had […]
Claire Barker opens in Shanghai
New Zealand designer Claire Barker is drawing on her roots and her knowledge of China as she opens a new store in Shanghai, on the fifth floor of the Isetan Department Store in the Huang Pu district. The Japanese-owned department store has gained a reputation in Shanghai as a premium fashion retail centre. […]
Naomi Campbell honoured in Shanghai; Keira Knightley’s Chanel look; México Fashion Week
We’re experimenting with video content from ITN’s entertainment section—your thoughts on these are welcome. First, Dolce & Gabbana honours supermodel Naomi Campbell at an event in Shanghai. The second video shows how to replicate actress Keira Knightley’s Chanel pearl gown look from the London première of Never Let Me Go, while the final video […]
The Peninsula Hotel Shanghai’s gala opening
As covered in the main part of our site today, the Peninsula Hotel Shanghai opened its doors with a gala event on March 18. Below is a six-minute video featuring some of the entertainment at the opening, including speeches from Sir Michael Kadoorie and David Wang, whose companies own the new property. You may also […]
