(IN BRIEF) CUPRA introduces an innovative in-car system, the CUPRA Charging Map, to streamline the charging experience for CUPRA Born drivers across Europe. Integrated into the vehicle’s infotainment display, the app provides real-time data on 620,000 charging points in 27 … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) DHL Freight, in collaboration with Post & Parcel Germany, has initiated a one-year pilot project deploying hydrogen-powered trucks manufactured by Paul Nutzfahrzeuge GmbH at its Cologne location. These trucks, based on the Mercedes-Benz Atego, mark DHL’s commitment to … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged DHL, Dr. Thomas Vogel, freight transport, Germany, Hydrogen-Powered Trucks, partnership, Paul Hydrogen Power-Truck, Paul Nutzfahrzeuge GmbH, Post & Parcel Germany, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto has unveiled exterior sketches of the refreshed Octavia, the latest iteration of its iconic model that has achieved over seven million sales since its 1996 launch. The new Octavia features refined design elements, including updated headlights, … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Czech Republic, Marketing
Tagged Octavia, Oliver Stefani, red dot award, ŠKODA AUTO
(IN BRIEF) SIXT, the premium mobility provider, is strengthening its brand presence in professional sports by partnering with FC Bayern Basketball, effective from February 2024 until summer 2026. This platinum partnership will grant SIXT access to an extensive marketing package, … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Entertainment, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Sports
Tagged FC Bayern Basketball, Marko Pešić, Platinum Partnership, Sixt, Sports Engagement, Tobias Seitz
(IN BRIEF) The Volkswagen Group, with annual financing requirements of approximately €20 billion, is a regular participant in the international bond markets. To provide greater transparency to investors, Volkswagen AG and Volkswagen Financial Services AG have decided to engage Fitch … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Arno Antlitz, creditworthiness, Financial, Fitch Ratings, investment, transparency, Volkswagen
(IN BRIEF) trinamiX GmbH is showcasing its Face Authentication with liveness detection technology for smartphones and vehicles, offering a secure and convenient method to protect devices and data. The solution even detects realistic three-dimensional masks, ensuring user privacy without compromising … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Chemicals, Electronics & Machinery, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Spain, Technology, Telecom
Tagged automotive, BASF, consumer electronics, Innovative Sensing Solutions, MWC 2024, smartphones, Spain, trinamiX
(IN BRIEF) The SPOBIS Conference in Hamburg saw discussions revolving around inclusion, diversity, and football, featuring the German Football Association (DFB) and Volkswagen. The ‘Inclusion in Football’ workshop addressed topics such as inclusive football clubs, emphasizing experiences over results, and … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Entertainment, Environment, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Society, Sports
Tagged Alexander Fangmann, DFB, diversity, football, Hamburg, Inclusion, Inga Grabow, Marcell Jansen, partnership, Ralph-Uwe Schaffert, Sandra Waidelich, society, SPOBIS Conference, sports, sustainability, Volkswagen
(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz has once again partnered with Continental for its new E-Class model, equipping it with EcoContact 6 Q tires known for energy-efficient driving and reduced noise levels. These tires offer benefits such as extended service life and low … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged Continental, E-Class tires, efficiency, Mercedes-Benz, partnership, safety
(IN BRIEF) Evonik, a prominent silica producer, is investing in the expansion of its precipitated silica plant in Charleston, USA, to meet the rising demand, particularly from the tire industry in North America. The investment, amounting to a mid-double-digit million … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Chemicals, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Charleston, Emmanuel Auer, Evonik, investment, Lauren Kjeldsen, Maike Schuh, partnership, silica production, sustainability, tire industry, USA
(IN BRIEF) Škoda is marking the 90th anniversary of the Superb’s production launch at the Rétromobile exhibition in Paris, featuring a diverse display of historic and contemporary vehicles. Among the highlights are the iconic Škoda Superb from different eras, the … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Czech Republic, Environment, Financial, France, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Technology
Tagged 90th Anniversary, Andrea Frydlová, INNOVATION, Paris, Pierre Desjardins, Rétromobile Exhibition, ŠKODA, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen Group is spearheading the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in its vehicles to offer customers enhanced digital experiences. The company has unveiled the “AI Lab,” a global hub for innovation that will identify AI-based product ideas, collaborate … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automotive, Business, Germany, Industrial, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged AI, AI-lab, artificial-intelligence, Audi, Carmen Schmidt, Carsten Helbing, electric vehicles, Michael Steiner, Oliver Blume, Porsche, predictive maintenance, Volkswagen Group
(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies and Wenea have joined forces to establish a prominent presence in the Spanish electric mobility sector by creating a network of high-power charging hubs. TotalEnergies has acquired Nordian CPO, a subsidiary of Wenea, which owns 200 charging … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, France, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Spain, Technology
Tagged acquisition, charging Sites, electric mobility, José Manuel Zorrilla, Mathieu Soulas, Nordian CPO, partnership, Spain, sustainability, TotalEnergies, Wenea
(IN BRIEF) The InvestEU Investment Committee has approved a framework operation allowing the Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) to provide up to EUR 150 million in financing for projects focused on green mobility and transport in the Nordic and Baltic region, … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) In a bid to address the growing demand for sustainable accident repairs and uniform sustainability standards, BASF’s Coatings division is collaborating with industry partners, including associations, insurers, work providers, fleet operators, and body shops, to develop a global … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto has officially entered the Brunei market, inaugurating its first showroom in Bandar Seri Begawan alongside local partner T.C.Y. Motors. The carmaker is introducing models like the Octavia RS, Kodiaq Sportline from Europe, and the Indian-made Slavia … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Czech Republic, Economy, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News
Tagged Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Market, Martin Jahn, partnership, ŠKODA AUTO, T.C.Y. Motors
(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto has commenced production of the updated Scala compact car and Kamiq city SUV at its Mladá Boleslav plant, introducing new equipment features and advanced assistant systems usually reserved for higher vehicle classes. Notably, sustainable materials are … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Czech Republic, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Andreas Dick, Kamiq Models, SCALA, ŠKODA AUTO, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) The Volkswagen Group is strengthening its Technical Development Board function in China as part of its “In China, for China” strategy. Thomas Ulbrich, former Member of the Board of Management of the Volkswagen Brand for “New Mobility,” will … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Germany, Industrial, Management, News, Technology
Tagged appointment, CHINA, Kai Grünitz, leadership, Marcus Hafkemeyer, Ralf Brandstätter, Technical Development, Thomas Ulbrich, Volkswagen Group
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has received a substantial order from an international partner to supply components for the production of Fuchs 2 wheeled armoured vehicles at a factory in the partner country. The order, valued at a figure in the three-digit … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Imerys, the world leader in specialty minerals for industry, has confirmed the locations for its EMILI project, aimed at lithium extraction and production for batteries. The company has chosen La Loue, in the city of Saint-Victor near Montluçon, … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has committed a €40 million loan to Eldrive Holding GmbH, based in Austria, to establish 8,472 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across Bulgaria, Lithuania, and Romania over the next three years. This project … Read the full press release
Posted in Austria, Automotive, Banks, Bulgaria, Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Management, News, Romania, Technology
Tagged Austria, Bulgaria, clean mobility, Eastern Europe, EIB, Eldrive Holding GmbH, EV charging stations, installation, Kyriacos Kakouris, Lithuania, partnership, Romania, Stefan Spassov, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) thyssenkrupp Materials Services has opened a new $37 million service center in San Luis Potosí, Mexico, with a focus on sustainability and electromobility. The facility will create approximately 65 jobs and aims to support the growing automotive supply … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) SEAT S.A. has appointed Sven Schuwirth as the new Executive Vice-President for Sales and Marketing, overseeing both SEAT and CUPRA brands, starting from February 1, 2024. This appointment marks a natural progression in Schuwirth’s career at SEAT, where … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) In just over three months since its sales launch, the limited edition of MAN’s 2024 model year electric lion eTruck designed for long-distance transport is nearly sold out, with 700 orders and order requests received. Large-scale production is … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Environment, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Alexander Vlaskamp, Electric Lion eTruck, electromobility, MAN
(IN BRIEF) Continental, a leading international tire manufacturer, is at the forefront of sustainability in the industry. The company has integrated sustainable materials like recycled PET and rice husk ash silica from its Conti GreenConcept concept tire into its series … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Iveco Group (EXM: IVG) has partnered with BASF (FWB: BAS), a leading global chemical company, to implement a recycling solution for lithium-ion batteries used in Iveco Group’s electric vehicles. This collaboration is in line with Iveco Group’s circular … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Domenico Nucera, President of Iveco Group’s Bus Business Unit, has been appointed as the Chairperson of the bus and coach division of the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA). Nucera’s role is crucial as the European Union aims for … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Belgium, European Union, Industrial, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged ACEA, Anna Westerberg, bus, buses, coach, coaches, Daimler truck, decarbonisation, Domenico Nucera, EU, Iveco Group, MAN, public transport, Scania, The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association, Volvo Buses, Volvo Group
(IN BRIEF) Vespa, the iconic Italian scooter brand, introduces a limited-edition Vespa 946 Dragon and matching Dragon Varsity Jacket in honor of the Year of the Dragon. The Vespa 946 Dragon, produced in a limited run of 1888 units, showcases … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Bentley Motors, renowned for luxury cars, reported its third-best year in 2023, with global sales reaching 13,560 vehicles, although this represented an 11% decrease from the previous year. The company noted a significant rise in customer interest in … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Economy, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, United Kingdom
Tagged Adrian Hallmark, Bentley Strong Sales, Financial, investment, luxury car
(IN BRIEF) SWIO, a joint venture by mobility service provider Losch and infrastructure engineering firm SOCOM, is partnering with EVBox, a leading electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions provider, to introduce high-speed EV charging stations in Luxembourg. SWIO has already installed … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Electronics & Machinery, Energy, Gas & Oil, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged DC charging station, electric vehicle, EV, EV charging, EVBox, EVBox Troniq High Power, Losch, Luxembourg, Marvin Rassel, SOCOM, SWIO
(IN BRIEF) Saab has been awarded a contract worth approximately SEK 300 million from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) for its Mobile Short Range Air Defence (MSHORAD) solution. The contract, spanning 2024 to 2026, will see the deployment of … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall, a leading tech enterprise, has received a significant order for rocker arm bushings, engine components used in various heavy transport segment engine variants, from a renowned global vehicle manufacturer. This order, valued in the lower-two-digit million-euro range … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The German Bundeswehr has awarded Rheinmetall a contract worth over €350 million to produce and deliver several hundred thousand rounds of 30mm x 173 DM21 service ammunition for the Puma infantry fighting vehicle. This contract, part of an … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) BASF, a global chemical company, has released its 2023 Color Report for Automotive OEM Coatings, highlighting changing trends in automotive paint choices. The report shows that while achromatic colors (white, black, gray, and silver) remain dominant for non-commercial … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Stellantis has announced that Carlos Zarlenga will assume the role of leading Stellantis North America, effective February 1, 2024, taking over from Mark Stewart. Zarlenga, who brings over a decade of automotive experience and a strong financial background, … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Industrial, Management, Netherlands, News
Tagged appointment, Carlos Tavares, Carlos Zarlenga, electrification, leadership, Mark Stewart, North America, Performance Improvement, Stellantis
(IN BRIEF) SIXT, the premium mobility service provider, and Stellantis, a major global automaker, have reached a multi-billion euro agreement, allowing SIXT to potentially purchase up to 250,000 vehicles for its rental fleet across Europe and North America over the … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, Netherlands, News, Technology
Tagged Carlos Tavares, Konstantin Sixt, partnership, Rental Fleet, Sixt, Stellantis, sustainabilty, vehicles
(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto has begun series production of its second-generation Kodiaq SUV at the Kvasiny plant in the Czech Republic. The company invested €49 million to modernize and expand the production facilities, enabling the plant to produce up to … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Czech Republic, Industrial, Technology
Tagged Andreas Dick, Czech Republic, Karoq SUV, KODIAQ, Kodiaq SUV, Kvasiny, ŠKODA AUTO, SUPERB, SUV, welding shop
(IN BRIEF) Bentley Motors, located in Crewe, has pledged its commitment to the Armed Forces Community by signing the Armed Forces Covenant, a national initiative aimed at supporting military personnel and their families. The company aims to treat those who … Read the full press release
(ACTUALITÉ EN BREF) eCarsTrade, une plateforme d’enchères en ligne B2B spécialisée dans la vente de voitures d’occasion européennes, a annoncé l’arrivée de Dirk Van Roost en tant que nouveau Directeur Financier et Administratif (CFO). Dirk apporte avec lui plus de … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Belgium, Business, Financial, France, Internet & Online, Management
Tagged B2B Car Auctions, B2B Online Car Auctions Platform, BASF, Booz & Company, Car Auctions for Dealerships, Car Auctions for European Cars, CFO, Chemster GmbH, Directeur Financier et Administratif, Dirk Van Roost, eCarsTrade, ExxonMobil, Filipp Sevostianov, General Electric, leadership, nomination, plateforme d'enchères en ligne B2B, Sentiance
(IN BRIEF) The Volvo Group has entered into an option agreement with John Cockerill Defense, allowing Volvo to potentially sell Arquus, a company specializing in defense vehicle manufacturing. The agreement requires consultations with employee representative bodies, expected to conclude in … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Sweden, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged acquisition, Arquus, John Cockerill Defense, partnership, Volvo Group
(IN BRIEF) EV Metals Group (EVM), a global battery chemicals and technology company, has entered a technical partnership agreement with Metso to develop a Lithium Chemicals Plant (LCP) in Saudi Arabia. The partnership aims to utilize Metso’s technical expertise and … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Chemicals, Energy, Gas & Oil, Finland, Industrial, Management, Metals and Minerals, Technology
Tagged battery cell manufacturer, battery chemicals, battery materials, black mass recycling, cobalt, electric vehicle, EV Metals Group plc., EVM, Future Minerals Forum, LCP, lithium, Lithium Chemicals Plant, Luke Fitzgerald, Metso, nickel, Riyadh, Sami Takaluoma, Saudi Arabia, Yanbu Industrial City
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