The Spanish government, under EC orders to cut its deficit from 8.5% to 4.4% at the end of this year, is slashing the incentive program from E49 million to E10 million and ending it Nov. 30.

Most vans qualifying for the grants must emit less than 75 g/km of carbon dioxide; be capable of traveling at least 60 miles between charges; reach speeds of at least 50 mph; and meet European safety standards.

The auto maker is introducing new versions of the Camry, Camry Hybrid and Aurion but already is planning for the next generation.

With the supply line from Japan restored and the use of China-sourced parts in place of its damaged Thai facilities, the auto maker has resumed production at its Noida plant. But there’s a long waiting list.     

Sales of Ford pickups and utility vehicles jumped 9.4%, compared with like-2011, rivaling the auto maker’s 11.6% gain in car deliveries.