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Europe: Current Toyota Avensis receives its first updates since launch in 2015

First changes since launch for the Toyota Avensis Improved Toyota Touch 2 multimedia system and a generous satellite navigation package inclusive of three years of map updates and connectivity to on-line apps and services Introduction of new Platinum Bronze exterior … Read the full press release

Audi wins the “Most Innovative Premium Brand” main prize at the Automotive Innovation Award

Three wins for Audi at the Automotive Innovations Award Head of Technical Development Dr. Stefan Knirsch: “Awards document Vorsprung durch Technik” Ingolstadt/Frankfurt am Main, 06-May-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Audi claims three wins at the Automotive Innovation Award. The award is … Read the full press release

Impressive 3D video mapping light show at the Audi Forum Ingolstadt for the world premiere of the new Audi A5 Coupe on May 25

3D light show to introduce the world premiere of the Audi A5 Coupe Extensive supporting program will include “Summer Sounds” and a special exhibition on the history of the coupe Artistic advisor Prof. Klaus Schrenk: “The video mapping of the … Read the full press release

McLaren at at Rockingham Motor Speedway: The qualifying sessions on Saturday were extremely promising

Rockingham, 05-May-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — McLaren GT Factory Driver Rob Bell showcased the pace of the 650S GT3 in the British GT Championship round at Rockingham Motor Speedway this weekend, co-qualifying on the front row. In the race, he and teammate … Read the full press release

Karl Gadesmann appointed new CFO of Leoni AG effective 1 October 2016

Proven financial expert and CFO to take charge effective 1 October 2016 – Dieter Bellé to concentrate on his position as President & CEO Nuremberg, 04-May-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — The Supervisory Board of Leoni AG, the leading European provider of … Read the full press release

PIRELLI: We predicted a one-stop strategy as being the best option before the 53-lap race in Sochi

ROSBERG USES A ONE-STOP STRATEGY TO WIN THE 100THGRAND PRIX FOR PIRELLI SINCE ITS RETURN TO FORMULA ONE IN 2011 ALTERNATIVE STRATEGY FOR RED BULL DRIVERS WHO SWITCH TO MEDIUM DURING AN EARLY SAFETY CAR A ONE-STOPPER IS THE FAVOURED TACTIC: … Read the full press release

Jaguar Land Rover unveiled all-new Jaguar XFL developed exclusively for China

All-new Jaguar XFL developed exclusively for China Demonstrates Jaguar Land Rover’s long-term commitment to Chinese customers Seven vehicles make their China debut at the Beijing Auto Show Beijing, China, 29-Apr-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Jaguar Land Rover today unveiled the all-new … Read the full press release

Jaguar Land Rover short film captures Her Majesty’s drive through the streets of Windsor

COVENTRY, UK, 29-Apr-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Today (21 April 2016), as Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II celebrates her 90th birthday, a short film from Jaguar Land Rover has been created giving a truly unique view of the Her Majesty’s drive through … Read the full press release

Deutsche Bahn to increase renewable energy share in the traction current mix of its rail transport services to 45%

“We have a special obligation,” says Management Board Member Ronald Pofalla DB customers travel 100 million green train-kilometers a year BERLIN, 29-Apr-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Deutsche Bahn has upped its climate protection targets for 2020. “We aim to cut specific CO2 … Read the full press release

LeasePlan MobilityMonitor: 7 out of 10 (71%) drivers say they would ride in a driverless car

The annual global LeasePlan MobilityMonitor, a large-scale research of nearly 4,000 drivers in 17 countries worldwide, conclude that 7 out of 10 (71%) drivers say they would ride in a driverless car. A majority (57%) of these drivers indicated they … Read the full press release

NORMA Group provides several Formula 1 teams with various types of joining products

Maintal/Germany, Newbury/United Kingdom, 22-Apr-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — NORMA Group, a global market leader in engineered joining technology, provides several Formula 1 teams from all over the world with various types of joining products, including NORMAQUICK plastik quick connectors, NORMACLAMP TORRO … Read the full press release

Continental to present an innovative emissions control solution for downsized turbocharged gasoline engines at 37th Vienna Motor Symposium

New Real Driving Emissions (RDE) legislation will strictly regulate NOx emissions under all driving conditions, requiring high catalyst efficiency across a wide engine operating range Substantial reductions in nitrogen oxide emissions are also required by the US SULEV 30 emissions … Read the full press release

Kapsch AG now part of Car2Car Communication Consortium to shape the future of car driving in Europe

Collaborating to shape the future of car driving in Europe VIENNA, 15-Apr-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Kapsch has recently become a member of the Car2Car Communication Consortium (www.car-2-car.org), an association of European vehicle manufacturers, suppliers, IT companies, and research organizations. The goal of … Read the full press release

Volkswagen: Dr. Stefan Loth to succeed Jens Herrmann and lead vehicle production in Wolfsburg

Jens Herrmann takes retirement WOLFSBURG, 13-Apr-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Dr. Stefan Loth, currently general manager of the FAW Volkswagen plant in Chengdu, China, has been named new plant manager and head of vehicle production in Wolfsburg effective June 1, 2016. He … Read the full press release

The next concrete steps in the Volkswagen 2025 initiative agreed

WOLFSBURG, 13-Apr-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — The CEO of Volkswagen AG, Matthias Müller, and the Volkswagen General Works Council Chairman, Bernd Osterloh, reached agreement on the next concrete steps in the Volkswagen 2025 initiative today (Monday). There is a consensus that the … Read the full press release

The transparent Factory in Dresden opened as new showcase for Volkswagen brand focussed on electric mobility and digitalisation

Experience 50 interactive exhibits and vehicles first-hand Test drives with Volkswagen electric vehicles six days a week New highlight: Sport Coupé Concept GTE with innovative plug-in hybrid technology Dresden, 13-Apr-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — After closing for 10 days to carry out … Read the full press release

Bentley Motorsport won its debut Blancpain Sprint Series Cup race at Misano

Bentley Motorsport wins its debut Blancpain Sprint Series Cup race The qualifying race result put car #8 on pole for the main race Main race podium prevented by avoidable contact from competitor Misano, 13-Apr-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Bentley Motorsport’s works team … Read the full press release

Alternative fuel: Scania introduces engines for industrial applications that operate on HVO and RME

Scania now takes another step forward in sustainability by introducing engines for industrial applications that operate on HVO and RME.  Södertälje, Sweden, 13-Apr-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — “Sustainability is high on the agenda for most companies nowadays, and the demand for … Read the full press release

Scania to supply the engines for two new generators produced by Doosan Portable Power

Södertälje, Sweden, 13-Apr-2016 — /EuropaWire/ —Scania and Doosan have deepened their long-standing cooperation with the signing of an agreement for Scania to supply the engines for two new generators. The new Scania-powered generators are produced by Doosan Portable Power and are … Read the full press release

Volkswagen launches two new powerful range of Touran engines variants

TSI with 132 kW / 180 PS and TDI with 140 kW / 190 PS are now available to order In addition, a new “Milano” design package offers a more stylish interior with nappa seats and ambient lighting WOLFSBURG, 12-Apr-2016 … Read the full press release