Category Archives: Automotive

Automotive Press Releases & News distributed via EuropaWire

Hungary and Rheinmetall Collaborate on €288 Million Panther KF51 Next-Generation Tank Development

(IN BRIEF) The Hungarian government and Rheinmetall have signed a €288 million contract to jointly develop the Panther KF51 next-generation main battle tank, taking it to production maturity. The project involves the creation of a demonstrator vehicle and its qualification … Read the full press release

Infineon Introduces 4.5 kV XHP™ 3 IGBT Modules for Medium Voltage Drives and Transport

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies AG unveils the 4.5 kV XHP™ 3 IGBT modules, marking a significant shift in medium voltage drives (MVD) and transportation applications. These innovative modules are set to simplify design, reduce component count, and enhance efficiency for … Read the full press release

Sika’s Suzhou Technology Center: A Catalyst for Innovation in Sustainable Construction and E-Mobility

(IN BRIEF) Sika, a global leader in construction and automotive solutions, has opened a cutting-edge Technology Center in Suzhou, China. This center, with a substantial double-digit million CHF investment, focuses on sustainable and high-performance technologies for the construction and automotive … Read the full press release

bp and BWT Alpine F1 Team Join Forces to Boost Energy Efficiency and Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) bp and BWT Alpine F1 Team have announced a partnership focused on enhancing energy efficiency and sustainability at the Alpine F1 Team’s Enstone facility in Oxfordshire. The collaboration leverages bp’s advanced data measurement and analysis tools, including DIGBOX®, … Read the full press release

CUPRA and Wilson Introduce Revolutionary LT Padel Racket Inspired by UrbanRebel Racing Concept

(IN BRIEF) CUPRA, in collaboration with Wilson Sporting Goods Co., has revealed the innovative CUPRA Wilson LT Padel Racket, the third racket developed under this partnership. Designed entirely by CUPRA and crafted by Wilson, the racket draws inspiration from CUPRA’s … Read the full press release

Škoda Auto Ventures into Fortnite with ‘Out of Bounds Odyssey’ to Connect with Gen Z Gamers

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto, known for its innovation in the digital realm, is reaching out to younger audiences by introducing its brand within the popular online video game Fortnite. The carmaker has crafted a unique gaming experience with the Fortnite … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz Extends Management Contracts of Key Executives and Proposes New Member for Supervisory Board

(IN BRIEF) During a recent Supervisory Board meeting, Mercedes-Benz Group AG announced the extension of management contracts for two key executives. Sabine Kohleisen, the Board Member for Human Resources & Labour Director, had her contract extended until November 30, 2025, … Read the full press release

Infineon Expands MOTIX™ Product Line for Automotive and Industrial Motor Control with New Gate Driver ICs

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies AG has announced the expansion of its MOTIX™ product family, focusing on automotive and industrial motor control applications. The expansion introduces four new 2-channel MOTIX gate driver ICs, namely 2ED2742S01G, 2ED2732S01G, 2ED2748S01G, and 2ED2738S01G. These 160 … Read the full press release

Continental Tires Expands North American Bicycle Operations with Key Hire

(IN BRIEF) Continental Tires the Americas, LLC, has appointed Shane Messner as the Head of Bicycle the Americas, a strategic move coinciding with increased investment in the North American market. Continental recently announced plans to strengthen its presence in the … Read the full press release

Continental’s Century-Long Commitment to Sustainable Tire Retreading Reduces CO2 Emissions by 50%

(IN BRIEF) Continental, a leading tire manufacturer, has been advancing sustainability in the tire industry for over a century with its tire retreading program. They retread over a million truck and bus tires annually, saving resources and cutting costs. Research … Read the full press release

Renowned Film Director J.A. Bayona Becomes CUPRA Global Ambassador for Creativity and Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Spanish film director and producer J.A. Bayona has been named a global ambassador for CUPRA, a Spanish automotive brand, to promote creativity and innovation. The collaboration was announced at an event in CASA SEAT, strengthening CUPRA’s connection to … Read the full press release

Bentley’s ‘Bentley Bees’ Celebrate Fifth Honey Harvest with Exclusive Black Edition Label Honey

(IN BRIEF) Bentley Motors, known for its luxury automobiles, is making a buzz with the fifth honey harvest from its ‘Bentley Bees’ at the Excellence Centre for Honey Production located at the Bentley headquarters in Crewe. The center, which expanded … Read the full press release

Volkswagen’s ID.7 Earns Top 5-Star Safety Rating in Euro NCAP Test

(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen’s new all-electric model, the ID.7, has achieved a stellar five-star safety rating in the Euro NCAP (European New Car Assessment Programme) safety test, solidifying its position among the highest-rated models of 2023 according to the independent European … Read the full press release

U.S. Navy Procures Saab’s Double Eagle Undersea Vehicles for Kuwait’s Naval Force

(IN BRIEF) The U.S. Navy is purchasing Saab’s Double Eagle family of undersea vehicles, known for their safety and operational reliability, as part of a Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program for the State of Kuwait’s Naval Force. This advanced system, … Read the full press release

BMW’s High-Performance M 1000 XR to Feature Continental’s ContiRaceAttack 2 Street Tires

(IN BRIEF) Continental has partnered with BMW Motorrad to provide OEM approval for their ContiRaceAttack 2 Street hypersport tires on the new BMW M 1000 XR. This collaboration marks the first-time partnership between the two premium manufacturers in the hypersport … Read the full press release

Continental Partners with Synopsys to Accelerate Software Development for Software-Defined Vehicles

(IN BRIEF) Continental has announced a collaboration with Synopsys aimed at expediting the development and validation of software features and applications for Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV). This partnership combines Synopsys’ virtual prototyping solutions for virtual Electronic Control Units (vECU) with Continental’s … Read the full press release

Plastic Omnium Awarded Special Prize for Outstanding Shareholder Relations by Le Revenu Magazine

(IN BRIEF) On December 7th, 2023, Plastic Omnium received the Jury’s Special Prize from Le Revenu magazine for its exemplary shareholder relations among SBF 120-listed companies (excluding CAC 40). The award recognizes the company’s ongoing efforts to engage with individual … Read the full press release

Scania Introduces Fuel-Efficient Biogas Engines with Super-Based Powertrain for Decarbonization

(IN BRIEF) Scania has unveiled a new range of biogas engines that are coupled with two-thirds of the successful Super-based powertrain, comprising G25 gear-boxes and axles from the diesel sibling. This harmonious combination has proven to deliver significant fuel savings … Read the full press release

Ducati and Bentley Unveil Limited-Edition Diavel for Bentley Motorcycle

(IN BRIEF) Ducati and Bentley have collaborated to introduce a limited-edition motorcycle, the “Diavel for Bentley,” blending the iconic elements of both brands. This unique motorcycle is based on the high-performance Diavel V4 and incorporates distinctive design features inspired by … Read the full press release

Škoda Auto Expands Partnership with Allur in Kazakhstan, Plans Local Assembly and Technical Training Support

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto is furthering its collaboration with Allur in Kazakhstan, signing key agreements to solidify their partnership. The focus of this cooperation includes vehicle assembly from Semi Knocked Down (SKD) kits starting next year, exploring local production from … Read the full press release