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ThyssenKrupp’s biggest ever research project for innovations in automotive efficiency expanded with over 30 projects by 2014

Posted on 28, June 2013 by

Biggest research and development project for eco-friendly innovations to be expanded – More than 30 projects by 2014 28-6-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — InCar® is now InCar®plus! Under the motto “Solutions for automotive efficiency”, ThyssenKrupp’s biggest ever research and development project for … Read the full press release →

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Alstom signed with LAZ Group filial City Transport Group to produce modern high speed tramways for the Ukrainian market

Posted on 27, June 2013 by

27-6-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Alstom and its Russian joint-venture, TramRus¹, have concluded an agreement with City Transport Group, a filial of the LAZ Group and the main bus manufacturer in Ukraine, to produce modern high speed tramways for the Ukrainian market. … Read the full press release →

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Disc brake technology company Brembo S.p.A. to invest $115M to expand its industrial hubs in US and Brazil

Posted on 27, June 2013 by

THE INVESTMENT ON THE TWO AMERICAN INDUSTRIAL HUBS WILL LEAD THE SUBSIDIARIES BREMBO NORTH AMERICA AND BREMBO DO BRASIL TO DOUBLE THEIR REVENUES Stezzano, 27-6-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — In the 2013-2015 three-year period, Brembo S.p.A. will make a total investment of … Read the full press release →

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Irizar entrega la unidad 1000 de su modelo de autocar Irizar i6

Posted on 27, June 2013 by

27-6-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — En un acto celebrado en sus propias instalaciones Irizar hace entrega de la unidad 1000 de su modelo de autocar Irizar i6 fabricado en la planta de Irizar en Ormaiztegi – España. El Irizar i6 fue … Read the full press release →

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Daimler Board of Management member Dr. Wolfgang Bernhard becomes Chairman of the ACEA Commercial Vehicle Board in Brussels

Posted on 26, June 2013 by

26-6-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Dr. Wolfgang Bernhard, the Daimler Board of Management member responsible for Daimler Trucks and Buses, has become Chairman of the Commercial Vehicle Board of the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA). Dr. Bernhard succeeds Andreas Renschler, who had … Read the full press release →

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The EU 95g CO2/km target for car CO2 emissions by 2020 agreed between MEPs and Irish Presidency of the Council

Posted on 26, June 2013 by

26-6-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The 95g CO2/km by 2020 reduction target for average car emissions was retained in a deal agreed by negotiators for Parliament and the Irish Presidency of the Council late yesterday evening. “I am happy that we could … Read the full press release →

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Alstom delivered six Coradia Lint trains to Ottawa, first European-style commuter trains for North America

Posted on 26, June 2013 by

Company delivers six Coradia Lint regional trains to the City of Ottawa 26-6-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — On June 22, Alstom delivered six new Coradia Lint diesel multi-unit (DMU) commuter trains to OC Transpo, the urban transit service for the City of Ottawa, Canada. … Read the full press release →

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Mercedes-Benz rolled out 18 new AMG high-performance models in June 2013

Posted on 25, June 2013 by

Affalterbach, 25-6-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Mercedes-AMG sets the pace: This June witnesses the premieres of 18 new AMG high-performance models at Mercedes-Benz dealerships. With a power output spectrum ranging from 265 kW (360 hp) to 552 kW (751 hp), the … Read the full press release →

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Jaguar Land Rover announced it sold 32,477 vehicles in May 2013, its best ever May

Posted on 24, June 2013 by

 Jaguar sells 6,174 vehicles in May, up 36% Land Rover sells 26,303 vehicles in May, up 8% Calendar year to date Jaguar Land Rover sells 176,451vehicles, up 15% 24-6-2013 — /europawire.eu/ —  Jaguar Land Rover, the UK’s leading manufacturer of premium … Read the full press release →

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Daimler organised all China sales activities under the umbrella of Beijing Mercedes-Benz Sales Service Co. Ltd.

Posted on 21, June 2013 by

Current measures: Central Sales in Stuttgart to be bolstered by dedicated “Sales Management China” unit Fast-track expansion of dealer network, 75 new dealerships in 2013 After-sales initiative to ensure sustainable growth Hubertus Troska: “We have taken numerous measures for our … Read the full press release →

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Wolfgang Stadler appointed Director Of Manufacturing Jaguar Land Rover

Posted on 20, June 2013 by

Coventry, UK, 20-6-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Jaguar Land Rover is appointing Wolfgang Stadler as its new Director of Manufacturing. In this role, Wolfgang will be responsible for Jaguar Land Rover’s global manufacturing operations and will report directly to Dr Ralf Speth, Chief … Read the full press release →

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Volvo to launch ultramodern noiseless electric buses in Gothenburg

Posted on 19, June 2013 by

19-6-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Buses that glide noiselessly without emissions, that pick up passengers indoors and which are powered by a renewable source of electricity – this will become a reality in 2015, through the launch of an ultramodern bus service … Read the full press release →

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ThyssenKrupp concentrates its carbon fiber reinforced plastics activities at Kesselsdorf near Dresden

Posted on 18, June 2013 by

18-6-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — ThyssenKrupp is concentrating its activities in carbon fiber reinforced plastics at Kesselsdorf near Dresden. Today Stanislaw Tillich, Premier of the Free State of Saxony, and Dr. Heinrich Hiesinger, Executive Board Chairman of ThyssenKrupp AG, officially inaugurated the … Read the full press release →

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South African golfer Louis Oosthuizen becomes Mercedes-Benz Brand Ambassador

Posted on 18, June 2013 by

Mercedes-Benz is delighted to announce the appointment of South African professional golfer, Louis Oosthuizen, as its new golf brand ambassador. Mercedes-Benz South Africa will not only be supporting the 2010 Open Championship winner through to further success but will also … Read the full press release →

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Alstom selected by Greater Avignon Metropolitan Area to supply 24 Citadis Compact trams

Posted on 18, June 2013 by

18-6-2013 — /europawire.eu/ —  On 18 June 2013, Alstom was selected by officials of the Greater Avignon Metropolitan Area to supply 24 Citadis Compact trams. The contract is worth about €45 million. Scheduled for delivery in the spring of 2016, … Read the full press release →

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Volvo Group’s truck operations delivered 16,732 vehicles in May 2013

Posted on 18, June 2013 by

18-6-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Deliveries from the Volvo Group’s truck operations in May 2013 amounted to 16,732 vehicles. This was a decrease of 9% compared with the year-earlier month. Volvo Group Total deliveries by market for all brands (Volvo, Mack, Renault … Read the full press release →

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Porsche Driver’s Selection launches a special “50 Years of 911” collection

Posted on 17, June 2013 by

Stuttgart, 17-6-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — For 50 years, the 911 has been the heart of the Porsche brand. Few other automobiles can look back on such a long tradition and this level of continuity. Since it was first unveiled at the International … Read the full press release →

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New Magneti Marelli Automotive Lighting plant opens in Tennessee, United States

Posted on 17, June 2013 by

17-6-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — A new Magneti Marelli Automotive Lighting plant for the production of headlamps and rear lights was inaugurated yesterday in Pulaski, Tenn. This is the first lighting production plant in the United States, further strengthening an already established … Read the full press release →

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Magneti Marelli’s Suspension Systems won Vehicle Dynamics International’s “Supplier of the Year” award

Posted on 15, June 2013 by

Award presented for its research in ultra light materials for suspension applications 15-6-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Magneti Marelli’s Suspension Systems business line took home the “Supplier of the Year” award given out by the magazine Vehicle Dynamics International during the ceremony held the … Read the full press release →

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Porsche-Go-Kart: At the wheel of a sporty machine – from the age of five

Posted on 14, June 2013 by

Porsche Driver‘s Selection – Go-Kart with Pedal Drive Stuttgart, 14-6-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — At the wheel of a sporty machine – from the age of five. This challenge is child‘s play with the new Go-Kart from the Porsche Driver’s Selection. The Go-Kart, … Read the full press release →

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