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Automotive Press Releases & News distributed via EuropaWire

ZF TRW demonstrates automated driving concept and advanced occupant safety technology on Rinspeed’s new ‘Etos’ at CES 2016

Etos features retractable steering wheel with hands on/off detection Allows customized environment for the driver as well as enhanced styling options Roof airbags presents flexible option for frontal occupant protection FRIEDRICHSHAFEN, Germany, 7-1-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — ZF TRW, the Active and … Read the full press release

ZF highlights its leading position in environmental sensing technology at CES 2016 in Las Vegas

ZF paves the way for automated driving across all vehicle classes Camera family supports multiple advanced functions and features industry leading packaging; next generation radar will offer increased resolution for enhanced detection of pedestrians and other vulnerable road users Third … Read the full press release

Advanced Urban Vehicle: ZF presents an exemplary solution for urban individual transport in the compact and subcompact segments

Semi-automated assistance functions enhance comfort/convenience, safety, and efficiency Electric vehicle parks fully automatically with minimal moves Study of a cloud-based driver assistance system delivers greater safety, efficiency, comfort, and convenience on the road Innovative multifunction steering wheel with hands on/off … Read the full press release

CES 2016: ZF to unveil four innovative approaches to the human-machine interface (HMI) as part of its Cockpit Concept

ZF demonstrates different communication options between the driver and vehicle to support automated driving Steering wheel equipped with touch sensors (hands on/off detection) and a touch display with haptic feedback allow for use without looking Advanced functionality ensures reliable driver … Read the full press release

NAIAS 2016: ZF unveils systems that will increase vehicle efficiency and safety and make automated driving a reality

After its acquisition of TRW, the technology company now offers a comprehensive product portfolio for intelligent mechanics ZF will supply technology for automated driving functions for all vehicle segments Electrical drives and plug-in hybrid systems reduce emissions and increase efficiency … Read the full press release

Ferrari lists on Borsa Italiana with the ticker symbol RACE

Ferrari lists with the ticker symbol RACE on the Italian Stock Exchange MILAN, 6-1-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — “Ferrari: A new milestone, a new start”, these were the words Sergio Marchionne inscribed in the guest book of the Italian Stock Exchange … Read the full press release

Ferrari 488 GTB won the Supercars category of The Sunday Times Top 100 Cars

The V8 wins the Supercars category in The Sunday Times Top 100 Cars Maranello, ITALY, 6-1-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Ferrari is honoured to have won another very prestigious award for the Ferrari 488 GTB from one of the UK’s leading … Read the full press release

BMW Group celebrates highly successful 2015

MUNICH, 29-12-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — 2015 was a highly successful year for the BMW Group and this is confirmed by overwhelming worldwide acknowledgement. This year BMW vehicles won numerous national and international distinctions in categories as varied as innovation, design, … Read the full press release

CES 2016: BMW Group to present Vision Car interior and user interface of the future

Munich/Las Vegas, 29-12-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES, 6 to 9 January 2016) in Las Vegas, the BMW Group is presenting a Vision Car to demonstrate what the interior and the user interface of the future might look … Read the full press release

Audi to push forward with its growth strategy with the approved investment program in 2016

Capital expenditure of more than € 3 billion in 2016 Audi CEO Rupert Stadler: “Continuing with high levels of investment in future technologies to enhance strong position” Axel Strotbek, Board of Management Member for Finance and Organization: “Gaining financial scope … Read the full press release

Volkswagen Beetle marks 70 years of its first mass production shortly after Christmas of 1945

The start of mass production of the Volkswagen Saloon shortly after Christmas 1945 marked a new era of civilian vehicle manufacturing WOLFSBURG, 29-12-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — It was shortly after the first post-war Christmas 1945 that the first of the … Read the full press release

PSA Peugeot Citroën the only carmaker included in the Euronext Vigeo World 120

PSA Peugeot Citroën is the only carmaker included in the Euronext Vigeo World 120 index at 1 December 2015. The index comprises the world’s 120 highest-ranking companies in terms of corporate social responsibility (CSR). PARIS, 23-12-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Following … Read the full press release

Lexus Europe partners with Hollywood actor Jude Law for the launch of the 2016 Lexus RX SUV

HOLLYWOOD ACTOR STARS IN NEW CAMPAIGN AND TV AD GIVING VIEWERS THE KEY TO AN EXTRAORDINARY LIFESTYLE BRUSSELS, 22-12-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Lexus Europe today announced a creative collaboration with Hollywood actor and producer Jude Law to launch the “The Life … Read the full press release

Lexus crafted the world’s first set of working wheels and tyres made from frozen water

The concept of driving on ice has taken on a whole new meaning for Lexus, which has crafted the world’s first set of working wheels and tyres made from frozen water. BRUSSELS, 22-12-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — True to its mission of “creating … Read the full press release

Andreas Bareis appointed Managing Director, Middle East and Africa McLaren Automotive

SURREY, 17-12-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — McLaren Automotive has appointed Andreas Bareis to the role of Managing Director, Middle East and Africa in an important and strategic change for the region. Andreas was previously Executive Director of Quality at the McLaren Technology … Read the full press release

Supercar: Final production of the McLaren P1™

375th and final example of the McLaren P1™ produced Completion of the first production model in the McLaren range-topping Ultimate Series First full-body visual carbon conversions now in build with McLaren Special Operations (MSO) SURREY, 17-12-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — The final … Read the full press release

Sixth retailer for McLaren Automotive to be opened in the UK

SURREY, 17-12-2015 — /EuropaWire/ —  McLaren Automotive has announced the appointment of McLaren Bristol – its sixth retailer to be opened in the UK. McLaren Bristol will be responsible for the south west of England, and complements the existing McLaren Automotive … Read the full press release

McLaren 650S GT3 claims class victory and 4th place overall at Sepang 12 Hours

SURREY, 17-12-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — The McLaren 650S GT3 claimed class victory and fourth place overall at the Sepang 12 Hours this weekend, bringing an end to the competitive debut season of the car, and crowning what has been the most successful … Read the full press release

ZF Friedrichshafen AG recognizes 14 of its suppliers with the “ZF Supplier Awards”

During its Supplier Summit in Amsterdam, ZF honored its best suppliers with 14 different supplier awards Oil and lubricant supplier Fuchs Petrolub awarded as the best global supplier Friedrichshafen/Amsterdam, 15-12-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — ZF Friedrichshafen AG recognizes its outstanding suppliers with the … Read the full press release

Fleet management: ZF Services’ Openmatics and Dr. Malek Software GmbH to cooperate

Telematics platform Openmatics from ZF Services enables integration of M3 Logisticware® Cost savings with efficient use of resources Openmatics is highly customizable FRIEDRICHSHAFEN, Germany, 15-12-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Combined with the mobile order management solution M3, the open telematics platform Openmatics significantly … Read the full press release