Dec 21, 2015
Automotive Lighting, the Magneti Marelli company devoted to the automotive lighting sector, and Changchun Fudi Equipment Technology Development Co. LTD. (FUDI), a Chinese investment company active in the automotive components industry, have signed an agreement to establish a joint venture (JV) company aimed at the prod ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz USA Announces Dietmar Exler As President And CEO
Dec 21, 2015
The Daimler Board of Management has appointed Dietmar Exler (47), to President and CEO of MBUSA and NAFTA effective January 1. The announcement was made by Ola Kaellenius, member of the board of management of Daimler AG, Mercedes-Benz Cars Marketing & Sales, to whom Exler will report. Exler succeeds Stephen Cannon, who ... Continue reading
TomTom Completes the Move to the Next Generation Map Platform +VIDEO
Dec 18, 2015
Worldâs first transactional mapmaking platform enables real-time maps AMSTERDAM -- December 18, 2015: TomTom (TOM2) continues to innovate with completing the move to its new transactional-based mapmaking platform. This platform is the first of its kind in the map industry and a leap forward in mapmaking technologi ... Continue reading
European Monthly Sales Volumes Year-on-Year Comparison--Second Highest Monthly Increase in November
Dec 18, 2015
European new-car sales posted the 27th straight month of growth during November 2015 with volumes up by 13.5%, the second best this year. This followed a significant slowing in growth during October as a consequence of smaller increases coming from the Big 5 EU markets. Last month the total market expanded to 1.13 mill ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Group Continues Structural and Staff Realignment
Dec 18, 2015
Functions in CEOâs area of responsibility reorganised Müller: âFaster decision-making and more efficient actionâ WOLFSBURG -- December 17, 2015 â The Volkswagen Group is becoming more streamlined and speeding up its internal decision-making process. To that end, functions in the area of responsib ... Continue reading
All-New Hyundai Tucson: Fastest Selling Hyundai Drives Success of European Factory
Dec 17, 2015
The All-New Tucson has become the fastest-selling Hyundai car in the UK and across Europe since its market launch in September this year. With over 10,000 orders in the UK and 85,000 orders in Europe, the new compact SUV contributes to Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Czech (HMMC) factory continuing to operate at full capac ... Continue reading
Interactive Sales Experience: smart Starts its Worldwide First Online Store with a Virtual Showroom
Dec 17, 2015
Whether in terms of mobility services or individualization possibilities â smart has always been a pioneer in the automotive industry and far more than an amazingly agile car for the city. The brand for urban mobility is now going a step further: For the first time, the smallest vehicle in the product portfolio of ... Continue reading
Dec 17, 2015
Four months the non-profit organization, Berliner Tafel, introduced CAR2SHARE cargo. A system developed by Daimler Business Innovation to optimise existing transport processes. The concept: CAR2SHARE cargo is a digital car park and driver management system in which Mercedes-Benz Vans can be booked based on the cars ... Continue reading
Dec 17, 2015
On the last Advent Sunday before Christmas, the four smokestacks above the Volkswagen KraftWerk power plant glow like giant red candles over the winter wonderland in the Autostadt. The parkland twinkles with thousands of tiny lights in the trees and dancing skaters take guests on a musical journey to New York, Rio de J ... Continue reading
Dec 17, 2015
During the COP21 climate change conference in Paris, New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman interviewed CEO Carlos Ghosn at the Times' Energy for Tomorrow Conference. The topic was "The Driving Force: The Electric Car Revolution is Here." Watch the video for highlights from the event. ... Continue reading
Jaguar XE Reaches Short List for 2016 European Car of the Year Awards
Dec 17, 2015
Of the 35 candidates for the 2016 European Car of the Year award, the Jaguar XE is one of just seven to be short listed. The 58 jurors representing 22 European countries will announce the winner on 29 February 2016. Key criteria for European Car of the Year are technical innovation and value for money. Developed using ... Continue reading
Shoe Soles and Rag Washing Helps Drive GM Global Zero Waste Progress
Dec 16, 2015
European Opel/Vauxhall plants and GM Mexico manufacturing now landfill-free DETROIT â Making shoe soles and washing solvent-drenched rags instead of discarding disposables are two ways General Motors is approaching its aspirational goal of becoming a zero waste manufacturer. With the addition of six landfill-free ... Continue reading
The New Mercedes-Benz SLC: New Name, New Dynamic
Dec 16, 2015
In March 2016, 20 years on from the birth of its segment, the archetypal compact roadster is to be relaunched with a new name â SLC â significantly optimised technology and an enhanced look. The name change acknowledges the traditionally close relationship with the C-Class, from which much of the roadsterâ ... Continue reading
Class Leading Aerodynamics and Striking Design Details for Hyundai's New Alternative Fuel Ioniq
Dec 16, 2015
Teaser rendering highlights eye-catching silhouette and design details Sleek and simple exterior reduces aerodynamic drag for greater efficiency Elegant interior combines environmentally-friendly materials and flexible space HIGH WYCOMBE, UK -- December 16, 2015: A new rendering of Hyundai Motorâs all-new IONIQ hi ... Continue reading
Schaeffler Presents Technologies for the Mobility of Tomorrow at NAIAS
Dec 16, 2015
Innovations and technologies from Schaeffler making automobiles safer, more environmentally friendly and more comfortable will be on display at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. With its comprehensive range of products for engine, transmission and chassis applications, Schaeffler is making ... Continue reading
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