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Pirelli Shareholders’ Meeting 13 May 2013, New Board Members Proposed

Posted on 24, April 2013 by

Pirelli: Shareholders’ Meeting 13 May 2013 Proposed Confirmation Of Carlo Salvatori And Nomination Of Jean Paul Fitoussi And Luca Rovati As New Members Of The Company’s Board Milan, 24-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — With reference the Shareholders’ Meeting of Pirelli & C. SpA … Read the full press release →

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RWE: In Dortmund schlägt das Herz der Elektromobilität

Posted on 23, April 2013 by

100. RWE Ladepunkt für Elektrofahrzeuge in Dortmund Stadt Dortmund betreibt erfolgreich Elektro-Flotte Ökostrom für den Verkehr 23-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — An der Hörder Burg wurde heute der 100. RWE Stromladepunkt in Dortmund offiziell eingeweiht. Oberbürgermeister Ullrich Sierau nahm die neue Ladesäule … Read the full press release →

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BMW Group board members speeches at Auto Shanghai 2013

Posted on 23, April 2013 by

23-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ —  BMW Group Press Conference at Auto Shanghai 2013, speeches of board members Dr. Herbert Diess and Dr. Ian Robertson and Karsten Engel, CEO of China Mr. Karsten Engel: Good morning! 2012 was a great year for … Read the full press release →

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Mercedes-Benz and Michael Schumacher announced a long-term partnership far beyond motorsport and Formula 1

Posted on 23, April 2013 by

Stuttgart, 23-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Mercedes-Benz and Michael Schumacher today announced a long-term partnership which will extend far beyond motorsport and Formula 1. Michael Schumacher will mainly be involved with topics relating to the future, in particular the further development of the … Read the full press release →

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Michelin announces €4.9b in 1Q 2013 sales, in line with its full-year outlook

Posted on 23, April 2013 by

Market environment was weak in Europe in Passenger car & Light truck tires, disappointing in North America and expanding in the new markets. Volume performance reflected: – The two fewer business days. – The difference in market trends between the … Read the full press release →

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Audi will be fielding four Audi R18 e-tron quattro cars on the test day for the Le Mans 24 Hours

Posted on 23, April 2013 by

Ingolstadt, 23-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — On June 9, 2013, Audi will be fielding four Audi R18 e-tron quattro cars on the test day for the Le Mans 24 Hours. In addition to the cars number 1, 2 and 3 running under … Read the full press release →

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The BMW Concept X4. The next chapter in the Sports Activity Coupe story.

Posted on 18, April 2013 by

Munich. 18-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Every new BMW X model is a trailblazer. Indeed, the world premiere of the first BMW X model (the BMW X5) in 1999 saw the BMW Group call into being the Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) segment – … Read the full press release →

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Refuelling Stop helps Audi connect customers find the cheapest fuel prices at filling stations

Posted on 18, April 2013 by

18-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Fuel prices often rise at peak travel times. Audi helps customers to save money regardless. Refuelling Stop is a new online service available for the A3 family that provides information about the cheapest prices at filling … Read the full press release →

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Spring is in the air at Mercedes-Benz and a whole array of new models is now on display at Mercedes-Benz showrooms

Posted on 16, April 2013 by

16-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The Saloon and Estate of the new E-Class feature intelligently modified design, a new interior and new, efficient engines. Meanwhile, world-leading aerodynamics, thrilling avant-garde coupé design and cutting-edge technology are the hallmarks of the new CLA. … Read the full press release →

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Audi completed the ‘dress rehearsal’ for the DTM season opener on May 5

Posted on 16, April 2013 by

Ingolstadt/Hockenheim, 16-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Audi has successfully completed the ‘dress rehearsal’ for the DTM season opener on May 5. At Hockenheim, the eight Audi drivers primarily gathered experiences in changeable conditions and were able to continue to familiarize themselves with … Read the full press release →

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FrieslandCampina trucks in Leeuwarden will start the switch from diesel to green gas

Posted on 16, April 2013 by

Leeuwarden, the Netherlands, 16-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — At the end of this month, trucks that transport products from the production location to the container port in Leeuwarden will start the switch from diesel to green gas. This week, the RTL-Z television programme … Read the full press release →

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Fuel-saving “autopilot” for trucks called I-See won Volvo Technology Award

Posted on 16, April 2013 by

16-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The I-See system reduces fuel consumption for long-distance transport by up to 5%. Four individuals responsible for developing the solution are set to receive the Volvo Technology Award for 2013. The prize was presented on April 4 … Read the full press release →

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Daimler AG Annual Shareholders’ Meeting in Berlin approves dividend of €2.20 per share, €2,349 million in total

Posted on 15, April 2013 by

15-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — At the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting of Daimler AG in Berlin on Wednesday, the shareholders approved the distribution of a dividend for the year 2012 of €2.20 per share (prior year: €2.20). The total dividend payout amounts to … Read the full press release →

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Dr. Dieter Zetsche, Chairman of the Board of Management of Daimler AG and Head of Mercedes-Benz Cars: “Growth and efficiency: Daimler is staying the course”

Posted on 15, April 2013 by

Affirmation of long-term strategy and goals Start of biggest growth program in the company’s history Efficiency programs to lead to savings of €4 billion by end of 2014 Voting on a stable dividend of €2.20 per share Berlin, 15-4-2013 — … Read the full press release →

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2013 FIA World Endurance Championship one-two victory for Audi at Silverstone

Posted on 15, April 2013 by

Ingolstadt/Silverstone, 15-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Audi began the 2013 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) in World Champion’s style. The two Audi R18 e-tron quattro cars dominated the Silverstone 6 Hours and deservingly clinched a one-two victory. For Audi, following the one-two … Read the full press release →

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AB Volvo invitation to press and tele conference in Stockholm

Posted on 15, April 2013 by

15-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — AB Volvo hereby invites the media to a press conference on April 25 2013 in conjunction with the release of the Volvo Group report for the first quarter 2013. The press conference will take place 09:00 at … Read the full press release →

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The European Commission proposes new EU-wide rules for safer and more environmental lorries

Posted on 15, April 2013 by

Brussels, 15-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The European Commission proposed today new rules to allow manufacturers to develop more aerodynamic lorries which will reduce fuel consumption by 7-10%, cut emissions of greenhouse gases, and also enhance the safety of vulnerable road users. The … Read the full press release →

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Audi won numerous Awards in March 2013

Posted on 12, April 2013 by

Wins for Audi in five “Fleet Award” categories The readers of the magazine “Autoflotte” have voted the brand with the four rings winner of the 2013 “Fleet Award” in five categories. This result means Audi has earned a podium place … Read the full press release →

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Audi is the first car manufacturer to have its LED technology certified by the European Commission

Posted on 12, April 2013 by

LED headlights from Audi verifiably improve fuel economy. That is why the European Commission is now certifying this technology 12-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Lighting systems have a tremendous effect on an automobile’s fuel economy. Conventional halogen units, for example, consume over … Read the full press release →

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BMW i & Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec to present the installation QUIET MOTION during the Salone del Mobile

Posted on 12, April 2013 by

A contemporary interpretation of a new mobility concept Munich/Milan, 12-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — In partnership with the internationally renowned designers Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec, BMW i presents an installation entitled QUIET MOTION on the occasion of the Salone del Mobile 2013. Against … Read the full press release →

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