Bentley Cars Win Impressive Array of International Accolades +VIDEO
Dec 10, 2015
Bentley has won 18 awards around the world in 2015, stretching from its home market, the UK, to Germany, Russia, China and the USA. The British luxury brand is recognised for its class-leading products, outstanding design and automotive industry excellence â firmly reinforcing its position as the worldâs lead ... Continue reading
Production of the McLaren P1 comes to an end
Dec 10, 2015
The final chapter in the production of the McLaren P1⢠has now been written as the 375th and final example was completed, bringing the curtain down on the most technologically advanced and dynamically accomplished supercar ever made. From launch, the groundbreaking model was designed with one key goal: to be the b ... Continue reading
The Next Step on the Road to Autonomous Driving: The New Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Dec 10, 2015
The next step on the road to autonomous driving STUTTGART - December 10, 2015: Mercedes-Benz will expand the new Driving Assistance package of the future E-Class for the market launch in spring with "Active Lane Change Assist" and will thereby make the business class saloon car even more intelligent. The radar- and cam ... Continue reading
Top Score in the Euro NCAP rating: Five Stars for the Mercedes-Benz GLC
Dec 10, 2015
The Mercedes-Benz GLC achieves the top score in the Euro NCAP rating. The new mid-size SUV has received five stars, continuing the Mercedes-Benz success story in impressive style. In 2014 the GLA, C-Class and V-Class were likewise awarded five stars by Euro NCAP. The GLC has achieved five stars for occupant safety, chi ... Continue reading
BMW Group Sales Achieve New High in November
Dec 10, 2015
MUNICH, December 10, 2015 -- Sales up 4.9% to total 197,480 Over 2 million vehicles delivered so far in 2015 Year-to-date increase of 6.9% BMW i sales top 25,000 worldwide Monthly sales of MINI 5 door double year-on-year The BMW Group has achieved new record sales for November with a total of 197,480 (+4.9%) vehicles d ... Continue reading
LIVE Volkswagen 'Diesel' Press Conference Today at 5AM EST +VIDEO
Dec 10, 2015
Volkswagen will hold a press conference on December 10th 2015 beginning 5 AM EST bringing you up-to-date on the current status of the clarification process concerning the diesel issue and on the realignment of the Group. The press conference will be aired LIVE. ... Continue reading
Daimler Supervisory Board Decides on Further Allocation to German Pension Fund
Dec 10, 2015
Extraordinary pension contribution of â¬1.0 billion to German pension fund The company continues to safeguard the employees' retirement provision while investing in its own future Dr. Dieter Zetsche, Chairman of the Board of Management of Daimler AG and Head of Mercedes-Benz Cars: "Thanks to our employees' great ef ... Continue reading
The New Mercedes-Benz E-Class: Next Level Interior Design +VIDEO
Dec 9, 2015
Mercedes-Benz is taking a big step into the future with numerous innovations in the new E-Class, including in the design of the interior, which features a wide high-resolution next-generation dual display (12.3 inches per display) that appears to hover in space. In addition, touch-sensitive control buttons on the steer ... Continue reading
Global Automakers Calls for Measured Approach to Changes to NCAP
Dec 9, 2015
he Association of Global Automakers (Global Automakers) believes it is important that a measured approach be taken when modifying the National Highway Safety Administration's (NHTSA) consumer information program.</p> <p>The agency has proposed a number of significant changes to the current New Car Assessment Program (N ... Continue reading
Dec 9, 2015
The iconic Ford Mustang of the 1960s is the inspiration â and the raw material â for the latest creation from REC Watches. Made from salvaged and recycled Mustangs, the P-51 wrist watch is a must-have timepiece for anyone with a passion for classic cars and muscular, bold design. The P-51 name is also a refer ... Continue reading
All-New Renault Mégane Receives 5-star Euro NCAP Safety Rating
Dec 9, 2015
Benefits of the Common Module Family platform When it comes to safety, the new Mégane shares the benefits of the same Common Module Family (CMF) platform as the Kadjar crossover. Features of this new platform include the use of very high elastic limit steel for the spars, side rails and cross members (notably those si ... Continue reading
Dec 9, 2015
The Rexton is SsangYongâs flagship sport utility vehicle (SUV), and is greatly enhanced for 2016 with the addition of an upgraded Euro 6 compliant powertrain. In addition to the new 2.2 litre Euro 6 diesel engine, Rexton also gets the choice of a 6-speed manual transmission or new Mercedes-Benz 7-speed automatic. ... Continue reading
Hyundai Motor Supplies World's Largest Fuel Cell Taxi Fleet
Dec 8, 2015
Hyundai Motor has delivered five ix35 Fuel Cell vehicles to the Paris-based electric taxi start-up STEP (Société du Taxi Electrique Parisien). The handover coincides with the opening of the first hydrogen refuelling station in Paris, launched as the world focuses on COP21, the United Nations Climate Change Confer ... Continue reading
Backed by New Shareholders, HERE to Accelerate Deployment of Real-Time Maps
Dec 8, 2015
Backed by its new shareholders a consortium consisting of AUDI AG, BMW Group and Daimler AG HERE plans to accelerate the deployment of real-time maps to benefit people and businesses around the world. The map is evolving into a live representation of the world, giving us a second-by-second view of our cities an ... Continue reading
Land Rover Defender Takes Over London +VIDEO
Dec 8, 2015
Londoners were delighted when they spotted a one-of-a-kind Land Rover Defender âtaxiâ driving through the streets of the capital. The Defender, one of the worldâs best loved 4x4s, was starring in a commemorative film to celebrate the global automotive icon and to promote the forthcoming charity auction o ... Continue reading
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