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3167 smart enthusiasts from around the world gathered for the 16th smart times in Hamburg, Germany

Hamburg/Stuttgart, 30-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Roadster, coupé or cabriolet? Petrol engine, diesel engine or electric drive? Two- or four-seater? Special or standard model? The variety of smart vehicles is endless – as impressively demonstrated by the 3.167 smart enthusiasts from around … Read the full press release

Formula 1 2016: Double podium for the Silver Arrows in chaotic Belgian Grand Prix

SPA-RANCORCHAMPS, 30-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Double podium for the Silver Arrows in chaotic Belgian Grand Prix Nico today took his 20th career victory – his first at the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps and sixth of the 2016 season so far Lewis produced … Read the full press release

FCA, FCA Bank and Leasys support the communities affected by the earthquakes in Central Italy

FCA, FCA Bank and Leasys give concrete expression of their solidarity and their closeness to the communities affected by the earthquakes which have hit Central Italy. TURIN, 29-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — In order to provide support for people who have … Read the full press release

Renowned Emirati artist Mohammed Kazem will create a commissioned sculpture for the Rolls-Royce Art Programme in 2016

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars announces further details of renowned Emirati artist Mohammed Kazem’s new commission for the Rolls-Royce Art Programme in 2016 and presents a series of images and video content documenting his experience. Kazem will create a commissioned sculpture for … Read the full press release

Three of the most highly customised Bespoke Rolls-Royce Dawn motor cars unveiled at The Quail and at the 2016 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance

This weekend, classic and luxury automobile enthusiasts and collectors will be treated to the unveiling of three of the most highly customised Bespoke Rolls-Royce Dawn motor cars crafted to date. Commissioned by some of the most prolific Rolls-Royce motor car … Read the full press release

Toyota RAV4 launches at Toyota’s plant in Saint Petersburg; key to Toyota’s sustainable development in Russia

On August 22nd the first Toyota RAV4 rolled off the production line at Toyota’s plant in Saint-Petersburg. Investment into production capacity increase and Toyota RAV4 launch totaled 9,7 billion RUR. Hiring of new employees is ongoing. With gradual production volume … Read the full press release

Energy efficiency: Voith to exhibit ‘TwinSave’ technology and coupling at IAA Commercial Vehicles 2016

TwinSave reduces energy consumption by up to 25 percent thanks to an additional control valve Integrated Coupling allows energy savings of up to 45 percent in applications without a through shaft Gear-integrated coupling requires no additional installation space Zschopau, Germany, … Read the full press release

CAF México to supply 10 pneumatic tyred-trains for €164 million for Line 1 in the Mexico City Metro

MADRID, 19-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Sistema de Transporte Colectivo, the transportation organization of the Federal District Government, has awarded CAF México with a contract for the supply of 10 pneumatic tyred-trains for Line 1 in the Mexico City Metro. The contract … Read the full press release

Wärtsilä Ship Design introduces new optimised stern trawler design to reduce fuel consumption and notably increase overall vessel efficiency

HELSINKI, 19-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Wärtsilä Ship Design has introduced a new optimised stern trawler design that will reduce fuel consumption and notably increase overall vessel efficiency compared to currently available designs. The propulsion system is based upon the Wärtsilä 31 … Read the full press release

Tata AutoComp Systems Ltd will acquire TitanX Engine Cooling – a leading company in the global truck cooling market

EQT Opportunity sells TitanX, a leading company in the global truck cooling market During EQT Opportunity´s ownership, TitanX has been developed from a carve-out of three factories to a global technology leader in the engine and oil cooling space STOCKHOLM, … Read the full press release

TomTom to support the electric powered motorcycle challenge STORM World Tour

World’s first electric touring motorcycle to complete challenge in 80 days AMSTERDAM, 16-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — TomTom (TOM2) today announced that it is supporting the STORM World Tour, a university challenge to travel around the world in 80 days on an … Read the full press release

The new generation Scania truck will launch on 23 August

Södertälje, Sweden, 12-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — The launch of the new generation Scania truck on 23 August will be streamed live on nextgenscania.com and on Scania Group’s Facebook page as well as on national Scania websites. Users can keep posted by … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall Automotive: Pierburg GmbH wins major order from German auto manufacturer for its newly developed vacuum pumps

Electric vacuum pumps curb consumption and emissions DÜSSELDORF, 10-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Pierburg GmbH, Neuss, which belongs to the Rheinmetall Automotive sector, has recently booked a major order for its newly developed vacuum pumps. The contract shows that the significance of … Read the full press release

ENGIE / Powerdale consortium to install and operate 800 public charging stations in Luxembourg

LUXEMBURG, 09-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — the consortium between ENGIE Cofely Luxemburg (subsidiary of ENGIE) and Powerdale announced it has been selected to provide 800 public charging stations in Luxemburg and to operate them during a 12-year service contract. The consortium between … Read the full press release

German Association of the Automotive Industry: German commercial vehicle business proved to be stable in July despite having fewer working days

Record demand for vans continues BERLIN, 09-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Although July this year had two working days less than July 2015, Germany’s new registrations of commercial vehicles almost equaled the volume recorded in the same month last year. A total … Read the full press release

Stuttgart Music Festival of the renowned International Bach Academy with two concerts in Mercedes-Benz Museum during September 2016

STUTTGART, 08-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Premiere with drums and four grand pianos: in September 2016, for the first time, the Stuttgart Music Festival of the renowned International Bach Academy will see two concerts taking place in the Mercedes-Benz Museum. On 3 … Read the full press release

Production jubilee for Audi Q5: The millionth SUV drove off the assembly line at Audi’s main plant in Ingolstadt

Production jubilee for mid-range SUV Plant Director Albert Mayer: “The international success of the Audi Q5 is due to the outstanding performance of our team” Best-selling premium SUV in its segment: nearly 1.6 million deliveries worldwide INGOLSTADT, 08-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — This Thursday (08/06/16), the one-millionth Audi Q5 drove … Read the full press release

Audi 1H2016: 950,000 automobiles delivered and revenue increase to €30.1 billion

Growth in cars delivered and revenue Operating return on sales before special items of 8.8 percent Audi CEO Rupert Stadler: “We are applying the earnings from our core business operations and develop strategic areas for the future” CFO Axel Strotbek: … Read the full press release

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles: FCA US sold 180,727 units in July 2016, up 0.3 percent YoY

Jeep® and Ram Truck brands both up 5 percent year-over-year Sales of Jeep Renegade up 57 percent in July versus same month in 2015 Ram ProMaster and Ram ProMaster City vans drive brand increase in July All-new 2017 Fiat 124 … Read the full press release

Rolls-Royce MTU engines powered high-speed lifeboat prototype set new sea speed record from Monte Carlo to Venice

Westhampnett, UK, 02-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — The SAR 60, a new high-speed lifeboat prototype, has been hailed as ‘the fastest lifeboat in the world’ after completing the Round Italy record. The SAR 60 is powered by two MTU diesel engines, … Read the full press release