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Škoda Auto Teases Second-Generation Kodiaq with Fresh Design Elements Ahead of World Premiere

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto is offering a glimpse of its forthcoming second-generation Kodiaq SUV through a video teaser, showcasing both exterior and interior updates. The SUV features elements of Škoda’s new Modern Solid design language, including new tailgate lettering and … Read the full press release

Škoda Auto Celebrates Milestone of Three Million SUVs Produced

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto is commemorating a significant achievement as it rolls out its three-millionth SUV, a black Škoda Kodiaq Sportline, at the Kvasiny plant in Roasio, Vercelli, Italy. The production milestone underscores Škoda’s substantial growth in the SUV segment … Read the full press release

ZF Presents Electrified Trailer Concept for Sustainable Road Freight

(IN BRIEF) ZF, a leader in digital solutions for energy management and automation, is showcasing its electrified trailer concept at the NUFAM commercial vehicles trade show in Germany. The solution integrates ZF’s AxTrax 2 electric axle with a modular battery … Read the full press release

Škoda’s Superb and Kodiaq Models Ace Rigorous Testing Ahead of World Premieres

(IN BRIEF) Škoda’s upcoming generations of Superb and Kodiaq models have successfully completed an extensive international testing program. Over the course of two years, these vehicles underwent over a million kilometers of testing, exposing them to extreme temperatures ranging from … Read the full press release

Volkswagen Unveils Third-Generation Tiguan with Advanced Technology and Improved Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen has unveiled the all-new Tiguan, marking the third generation of this highly successful compact SUV. The new Tiguan is based on the Modular Transverse Matrix (MQB evo) platform, which enables the introduction of new hybrid drivetrains with … Read the full press release

Dutch Racer Demi Vollering Triumphs as Škoda Sponsors Second Edition of Tour de France Femmes avec ZWIFT

(IN BRIEF) The second edition of the Tour de France Femmes avec ZWIFT concluded with Dutch racer Demi Vollering emerging as the overall winner. The points classification was won by Belgian Lotte Kopecky, who received a green trophy made of … Read the full press release

Škoda Auto Celebrates 20 Years of Tour de France Partnership with Electrifying Finale and Special Trophies

(IN BRIEF) The 110th Tour de France concluded with Danish rider Jonas Vingegaard winning the overall title, accompanied by a camouflaged new Superb Combi provided by Škoda Auto. The crystal trophies for the winners were created by Škoda’s design team. … Read the full press release

MAN Truck & Bus Advances Towards Emission-Free Drives, Prioritizing Battery-Electric and Hydrogen Solutions

(IN BRIEF) MAN Truck & Bus, a prominent logistics integrator, is intensifying its transformation efforts by taking significant strides towards emission-free drives. The company’s focus for commercial vehicles is primarily on battery-electric drives, while MAN Engines, a business unit of … Read the full press release

ENGIE Vianeo and Siemens Collaborate to Deploy Fast-Charging Stations for Electric Vehicles on French Highway Networks

(IN BRIEF) ENGIE Vianeo, in collaboration with Siemens Smart Infrastructure, is deploying advanced electric vehicle charging stations on the networks of SANEF, APRR, AREA, and VINCI Autoroutes in France. The charging stations offer modular power from 160 kW to 300 … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall Introduces Compact Heat Pump Solution to Optimize Climate Control in Electric Vehicles

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall, a leading provider of automotive solutions, has introduced a plug and play heat pump designed to enhance thermal management in electric vehicles (EVs). The compact and preassembled heat pump offers efficient climate control in the passenger compartment … Read the full press release

Škoda Auto Set to Unveil Modern, Efficient Superb and Kodiaq Models in Autumn 2023

(IN BRIEF) Czech car manufacturer Škoda Auto has released silhouette images of the new-generation Superb hatchback and Combi estate versions and its top SUV, the Kodiaq, which will be unveiled separately in autumn 2023. The new vehicles will offer modern, … Read the full press release

Škoda Auto Commits to E-Mobility Transformation with Battery System Production Milestone

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto has announced the production of 500,000 battery systems at its plant in Mladá Boleslav, which are mounted in MEB vehicles and plug-in hybrid models by Volkswagen Group brands, including Škoda, Volkswagen, Audi and SEAT. The milestone … Read the full press release

Schneider Electric Unveils New Technologies and Software Solutions to Address Global Priorities at Hannover Messe 2023

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric will be showcasing new technologies and software solutions at Hannover Messe 2023, aimed at helping industries achieve energy security, resource efficiency, and sustainability. The innovations are based on the company’s IoT-enabled, open, interoperable architecture and platform, … Read the full press release

Eviden partners with CryptoNext Security to develop next-generation cryptography

(IN BRIEF) Eviden, an Atos business, has announced that its Trustway Proteccio HSM will soon support post-quantum algorithms in collaboration with CryptoNext Security. The development enables customers to prepare for a migration towards hybrid encryption solutions, which is a major … Read the full press release

Opel bekennt sich zu einer vollelektrischen Aufstellung in Europa bis 2028 mit Stellantis’ Investition in Eisenach

(IN KÜRZE) Stellantis wird über 130 Millionen Euro in das deutsche Montagewerk Eisenach investieren, um die Produktion eines batterieelektrischen Fahrzeugs (BEV) als Nachfolger des Kompakt-SUV Opel Grandland aufzunehmen. Das neue BEV wird in der zweiten Hälfte des Jahres 2024 mit … Read the full press release

Opel Commits to Fully Electric Lineup in Europe by 2028 with Stellantis’ Eisenach Investment

(IN BRIEF) Stellantis will invest over €130 million in Germany’s Eisenach Assembly Plant to add production of a battery electric vehicle (BEV) successor to the Opel Grandland compact SUV. The new BEV will begin production in the second half of … Read the full press release

Der W12-Motor von Bentley wird auslaufen, da das Unternehmen seinen Weg in eine nachhaltige Zukunft beschleunigt

(IN KÜRZE) Bentley Motors hat angekündigt, die Produktion seines 12-Zylinder-Benzinmotors bis April 2024 einzustellen, als Teil seines Engagements für eine nachhaltigere Zukunft im Rahmen seiner Beyond100-Strategie. Mit diesem Schritt wird die gesamte Modellpalette von Bentley bis Anfang des nächsten Jahrzehnts … Read the full press release

Bentley’s W12 engine to be phased out, as company accelerates its move towards a sustainable future

(IN BRIEF) Bentley Motors has announced that it will stop production of its 12-cylinder petrol engine by April 2024, as part of its commitment towards a more sustainable future under its Beyond100 strategy. The move will see the entire model … Read the full press release

Alexia Putellas, the 1st woman football player to win the Ballon d’Or 2 years in a row and a CUPRA ambassador, to share key moments experienced with CUPRA in a new Amazon Prime documentary

(PRESS RELEASE) MARTORELL, 28-Nov-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — SEAT S.A., a Spanish car manufacturer part of Volkswagen Group, has announced that its sports car brand CUPRA will be featured in the new documentary of Alexia Putellas, the 1st woman football player … Read the full press release

Equinor: Empire Offshore Wind se basará en el buque de operaciones de servicio híbrido enchufable de Edison Chouest Offshore

(COMUNICADO DE PRENSA) STAVANGER, 12-May-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Equinor ASA (OSE:EQNR, NYSE:EQNR), una empresa de petróleo, gas , empresa de energía eólica y solar activa en más de 30 mercados a nivel mundial, ha anunciado que su empresa conjunta con … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall’s high-voltage pyrofuse won the “2021 China Automotive & Parts Industry Developing & Innovation Award”

(PRESS RELEASE) DÜSSELDORF, 24-Jan-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Rheinmetall AG (ETR: RHM), a German integrated technology group active in the automotive and defence industries, has announced that its high-voltage pyrofuse has won the “2021 China Automotive & Parts Industry Developing & … Read the full press release

100km of range in less than three minutes: ABB’s new EV charger called Terra 360

Can deliver 100km of range in less than three minutes Only charger designed explicitly to charge up to four vehicles at once Ideal for refueling stations, urban charging stations, retail parking and fleet applications (PRESS RELEASE) ZURICH, 30-Sep-2021 — /EuropaWire/ … Read the full press release

Tour de France 2021 trophies for the winners made by ŠKODA Design inspired by Bohemian crystal art

This year’s Tour de France trophy reflects what cycling is all about: Nature, ecology and clean energy Striking design inspired by Bohemian crystal art ŠKODA Design has been creating the Tour de France winners’ trophies since 2011 ŠKODA AUTO official … Read the full press release

British premium brand MINI in 1H 2021: 157,799 vehicles sold worldwide, 30,000 units of the fully electric MINI Cooper SE

Since its market launch, more than 30,000 units of the fully electric MINI Cooper SE have already been sold worldwide. The plug-in hybrid model MINI Cooper SE Countryman ALL4 also underlines the growing enthusiasm for sustainable driving fun with steadily … Read the full press release

KS HUAYU AluTech GmbH wins order worth nearly €60 million from German premium carmaker

Rheinmetall wins trailblazing order for lightweight components (PRESS RELEASE) DÜSSELDORF, 22-Jun-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Rheinmetall AG (ETR: RHM), the integrated technology group for mobility and security, has announced that its joint venture with the Chinese auto parts manufacturer HASCO KS … Read the full press release

Renault partners with Enel X to make home EV charging safe and easy

Renault is evolving its solutions for electric and plug-in hybrid customers for easy and safe charging, by launching “Renault E-Charge”, all-inclusive, integrated charging solutions in partnership with Enel X Customers will have access to the full range of Enel X … Read the full press release

Innovative battery solution created by Fortum, Volvo Cars, and Comsys installed at Landafors hydropower plant in Sweden

(PRESS RELEASE) ESPOO, 21-Apr-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Fortum announces collaboration with Volvo Cars, and cleantech company Comsys for the development of an innovative battery solution that is now being installed at Fortum’s Landafors hydropower plant on the river Ljusnan in … Read the full press release

E-VIA FLEX-E European project: Enel X and IP activate ultrafast charging facilities in Italy

(PRESS RELEASE) ROME, 15-Jan-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Enel X and IP announce that the first three HPC (High Power Charge) charging facilities of the E-VIA FLEX-E project in Italy are now operational. These ultrafast charging stations enable owners of electric … Read the full press release

CUPRA Formentor a strong contender for the Car of the Year 2021 award

The Car of the Year 2021 is judged by a panel of 60 prestigious motoring journalists from across Europe, representing 23 countries The final winner will be announced on March 1st (PRESS RELEASE) MARTORELL, 8-Jan-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Sports car … Read the full press release

SEAT to invest EUR 7 million for the development of new automotive battery lab in Martorell

The new Test Center Energy requires an investment of more than 7 million euros Vehicles, cell modules and battery groups can be tested in the facility’s 1,500 m2 area and 1.3 megawatts of testing capacity The future centre will position … Read the full press release

Audi TechFocus newsletter: Audi emerges as leader in patent applications related to electric powertrains in Germany

(PRESS RELEASE) INGOLSTADT, 15-Jul-2020 — /EuropaWire/ — German luxury automobile manufacturer Audi, part of Volkswagen Group, has announced the premiere of its new technology online newsletter called “Audi TechFocus”. In its first issue the focus is on patents as Audi … Read the full press release

Electromobility: BMW Group to purchase the cobalt it needs for battery cells directly from the Moroccan mining company Managem Group

Supply contract signed with Managem Group (contract period: 2020 – 2025) BMW AG Board of Management member for Purchasing Andreas Wendt: “We are systematically driving electrification of our vehicle fleet. Sustainability plays a central role in expanding electromobility.” (PRESS RELEASE) … Read the full press release

Electrification: The new BMW iX3 to be released onto the market by the end of 2020

Homologation tests successfully concluded First pure electric model from BMW core brand will be produced on schedule in China for global market starting in late summer (PRESS RELEASE) MUNICH/ SHENYANG, China, 9-Jun-2020 — /EuropaWire/ — German multinational automotive company BMW … Read the full press release

Rainwater harvesting system installed on Bentley’s HQ in Crewe, England to mark World Environment Day on 5 June

New rainwater harvesting system installed at Bentley’s Crewe HQ Latest step in Bentley’s water usage sustainability programme – 89 per cent water reduction per car since 2000  Captured rain to be used for maintenance facilities on site New system to … Read the full press release

Bentley Motors celebrates the 20,000th Bentayga built since 2016

20,000 examples of the benchmark luxury SUV now built Bentayga defined and has grown luxury SUV segment since launch Four years of extraordinary adventures Power, agility and record breaking performance First step on Bentley’s journey to electrification and the future … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz gradually restarts production at its car plants; Extensive package of anti-infection measures implemented

(PRESS RELEASE) STUTTGART, 1-May-2020 — /EuropaWire/ — The Mercedes-Benz car plants in Untertürkheim, Berlin, Hamburg, Sindelfingen and Bremen have successfully restarted production after a phase of suspension of production and short-time work caused by the Covid-19- pandemic. On 20 April … Read the full press release

E-mobility: Vattenfall decides on new policies to further electrify its own car fleet

E-mobility: Vattenfall decides on new policies to further electrify its own car fleet

Highest electrification rate in benefit cars Commercial passengers cars in scope now Lack of van models a barrier Infrastructure is improving (PRESS RELEASE) STOCKHOLM, 9-Apr-2020 — /EuropaWire/ — European energy company Vattenfall announced its Executive Group Management has decided on … Read the full press release

SEAT’s first electric car called Mii to debut in Oslo, Europe’s EVs capital

SEAT's first electric car called Mii to debut in Oslo, Europe's EVs capital

The SEAT on Tour roadshow will visit Oslo, Liverpool, Frankfurt, Paris and Milan (PRESS RELEASE) OSLO, 4-Jun-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — SEAT will debut its first ever electric car, Mii electric, in Oslo as part of its inaugural ‘SEAT on Tour’ … Read the full press release

BASF: engineering plastic Ultramid now in use as standard to manufacture the anode- and cathode-end plate in fuel cells

(PRESS RELEASE) LUDWIGSHAFEN, 11-Mar-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — BASF, as the biggest chemical supplier to the automotive industry, is very active on and engaged with things like automotive drive system, energy consumption, emissions, new and improved powertrain concepts for cars, electric … Read the full press release

New BMW i8 Coupe Safety Car unveiled at the Mexico City E-Prix

(PRESS RELEASE) MUNICH, 15-Feb-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — BMW unveiled new BMW i8 Coupe Safety Car at this season’s ABB FIA Formula E Championship at the “Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez” in Mexico City. The livery of the new safety car is designed by Michael Scully, Head … Read the full press release