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Automotive Press Releases & News distributed via EuropaWire

Jörn Hasenfuss joins the Board of Management of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles

9-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Jörn Hasenfuss (52), previously First Vice President & Commercial Executive Vice President of Shanghai Volkswagen Automotive Co. Ltd, has been appointed Member of the Management Board for the Procurement Division of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles. He follows … Read the full press release

Porsche announced it delivered 81,500 sports cars in H1 2013, 18% increase YOY

Stuttgart, 8-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Between January and June 2013, Porsche shipped over 81,500 new cars globally for the first time ever by the midway point in the year – an increase of 18 per cent compared to the first half of … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz rolls out 360-degree multi-channel campaign for the launch of the new S-Class

Stuttgart, 8-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Mercedes-Benz is supporting the market launch of its new flagship with an extensive campaign covering all relevant communication channels. Under the banner “The new S-Class. Vision accomplished.”, the saloon is to be presented as the global … Read the full press release

Assembly of the new ŠKODA Octavia begins in Ukraine and Kazakhstan

Production with local partner companies ŠKODA Octavia is the most popular model in Kazakhstan and Ukraine Third-generation Octavia is setting new standards in the compact segment 5-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The new ŠKODA Octavia is now also rolling of the production … Read the full press release

Volkswagen to introduce two innovative cars XL1 and e-up! at this year’s Silvretta E-Car Rally

Volkswagen proves everyday motoring credentials of XL1 and e-up!  even in Alpine terrain e-up! – Volkswagen’s first fully electric mass production car – to launch this year Electric family car with energy costs under €3 per 100 kilometres Entry-level e-up! … Read the full press release

Jaguar Land Rover China announced it sold 42,155 units in H1 2013, double digit growth

British Premium Automaker is Dedicated to Getting Closer to Customers Jaguar Land Rover China witnessed healthy sales of 42,155 units in the first six months of the year Jaguar’s sales surged 85% from January to June, with deliveries of 7,933 … Read the full press release

Daimler AG Chairman Dr Dieter Zetsche handed over the key of the M-Class Popemobile to Pope Francis in Vatican

Stuttgart/Rome, 4-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Dr Dieter Zetsche, Chairman of the Board of Management of Daimler AG and Head of Mercedes-Benz Cars, handed over the key to the Popemobile to Pope Francis yesterday at a private meeting in the Vatican. Pope … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz sold 694,433 vehicles in first half of 2013, more than ever before

Stuttgart, 4-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — In the first half of 2013, Mercedes-Benz posted yet another record with sales of 694,433 vehicles (+6.4%). With 131,609 units sold, sales in June also reached record level (+8.3%), not least through strong growth in China … Read the full press release

EC approved temporarily Slovenian government rescue aid for automotive components manufacturer Cimos Group

4-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The European Commission has concluded that a state guarantee of €35 million to be granted by the Slovenian government to Cimos Group is in line with EU state aid rules. The Commission found, in particular, that the … Read the full press release

Alstom completed 3-year upgrade and overhaul process of Virgin Trains’ Pendolino fleet

4-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ —To mark the end of a three year process to upgrade and overhaul Virgin Trains’ Pendolino fleet that will help make sure the sets continue to provide a reliable service on Europe’s busiest rail line, a special event … Read the full press release

Cargotec’s Kalmar launched new light range 5-9 tonne capacity forklift trucks

4-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Kalmar, part of Cargotec, has announced the launch of the DCF50-90 forklift truck, the latest in the series of  industry-leading light range of 5-9 tonne capacity machines. The new truck boasts several technological improvements designed to boost … Read the full press release

Business in the Community (BITC) named Jaguar Land Rover Responsible Business Of The Year

4-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Jaguar Land Rover has been named Responsible Business of the Year by Business in the Community (BITC). The UK’s leading premier automotive manufacturer collected the accolade at the BITC’s Responsible Business Awards yesterday. Jaguar Land Rover received … Read the full press release

LeasePlan Corporation N.V. to acquire the Austrian vehicle leasing and fleet management from BAWAG P.S.K. Leasing GmbH

3-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — LeasePlan Corporation N.V., the world’s leading fleet and vehicle management company, today announced that it has signed an agreement with BAWAG P.S.K. Leasing GmbH, the leasing subsidiary of BAWAG P.S.K, to purchase their vehicle leasing and fleet … Read the full press release

EC to investigate Slovenian state aid to Renault subsidiary Revoz

Brussels, 3-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The European Commission has opened an in-depth investigation to examine whether Slovenian plans to grant public financing to car maker Revoz, d.d., a subsidiary of Renault S.A of France for an investment project in the Novo Mesto … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz presented exclusive fragrances for its new S-Class created jointly with perfumer Marc vom Ende

There is something very special in the air at the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Berlin Spring/Summer 2014: Mercedes-Benz is presenting in the event marquee in front of the Brandenburg Gate the four upscale fragrances for the new S-Class, which were created … Read the full press release

Dr. Wolfgang Bernhard assessed results of his first 90 days as Daimler Board of Management member responsible for commercial vehicles

Daimler Trucks excellently positioned for global leadership thanks to current product range and future potential Says Bernhard: “The increase in market share and incoming orders shows that we have the right products in the right markets. That’s why we are … Read the full press release

Jaguar Land Rover Strengthens its leadership team creating two new roles on its Executive Committee

2-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Jaguar Land Rover is strengthening its leadership team creating two new roles on its Executive Committee to support an increased focus on research and development initiatives and the delivery of its ambitious new product plans for the … Read the full press release

The new Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, best-in-class van, rolls off the assembly line in Düsseldorf

First series-produced unit is manufactured at the Düsseldorf plant The new Sprinter features five new safety and assistance systems, including three van firsts Volker Mornhinweg: “The new Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has once again enabled us to set the bar higher for … Read the full press release

CoR’s ECOS commission calls easing of current restrictions on regional state aid for the automotive sector

1-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The members of the Commission for Economic and Social Policy (ECOS) of the Committee of the Regions (CoR) have called for the easing of current restrictions on regional state aid for the automotive sector. In view of … Read the full press release

Brembo reaffirmed its brand awareness at the world’s greatest endurance race the 81° edition of Le Mans 24 Hours with the 10th consecutive victory since 2004

Growning achievement of ten years of great successes, Brembo triumphs in all categories; the Italian Company has supplied 73% of teams Le Mans, France, 28-6-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The 81° edition of the classic Le Mans 24 Hours, the world’s greatest … Read the full press release