Motor

P.G. Martins introduces 'Travel with Comfort and Safety'

P.G. Martins Motorways Co. a new introduction to the P.G. Martins group, which has acquired a top level position in the country with a prestigious history of more than sixty years, in leather products now proudly presents to both local and foreign tourists its newest service under the slogan "Travel with Comfort and Safety."

Sri Lanka has now achieved worldwide fame as a Tourist paradise. The best testimony for that is the increasing number of tourists, day after day.

A great interest is shown by not only overseas tourists but by locals as well to visit areas of tourist attractions.

P.G. Martins Motorways Company has recently imported a fleet of modern luxury buses and vans with a capacity of up to 10, 15, 30 and 40 seats. P.G. Lalith Nimalsiri, vice-chairman of the P.G. Martins Group of companies states that these vehicles with facilities of international standard are ideally suited for the fast improving road network of Sri Lanka.

Vehicles of latest models, including Jeeps suitable for any form of travel including weddings can be obtained from P.G. Martins Motorways Company.

For the convenience of prospective users with the theme "Travel with Comfort and Safety" has been introduced.

The highest consumer service is the identity of the P.G. Martins group with its trustworthy and experienced contingent of dedicated drivers.

They will be able to fully enjoy the freedom of their trip.

China challenges US car tariff critics to bring case to WTO

China on Thursday defended its decision to hike tariffs on some US car imports, and challenged the United States to bring the case to the World Trade Organization if Washington begged to differ.

"We need to differentiate between protectionism and normal trade remedies," Chinese Commerce Minister Chen Deming told journalists on the sidelines of the WTO ministerial conference.

"China according to WTO rules ... conducted in an open manner and rule-based manner investigations into US car imports in China and decided to impose anti-dumping and countervailing measures," he said.

"This is in line with WTO rules and not a form of protectionism.

"If anyone begs to differ, the best solution is to ask the WTO experts to rule," said Chen, adding that China will respect the trade watchdog's verdict.

The new tariffs to be applied for two years to passenger cars and sports utility vehicles with engine capacities of 2.5 liters or more took effect on the opening day of the WTO ministerial conference.

The decision will affect vehicles produced by General Motors, Chrysler Group, BMW Manufacturing, Mercedes-Benz US International, American Honda Motor and Ford Motor.

GENEVA, AFP