The shock wave of “diesel bashing” also touches the occasion. While the share of diesel in sales of new cars fell below the 50% mark last year in France (to 47.3%) this once-famous powerplant also loses points in the second-hand market. According to the Barometer AutoScout24, which refers, it sold last year 91,000 diesel cars… Continue reading Automobile: the French also shun diesel on the second-hand market
Author: Les Echos (French)
PSA and Opel make common van
This is undoubtedly the first episode of a long Franco-German series. PSA will launch this year the production of stamped vans Peugeot, Citroën, Opel or Vauxhall. The new versions of the Partner, Berlingot and Combo will be assembled from the second half of the year in Vigo, Spain, and Mangualde, Portugal – two newly renovated… Continue reading PSA and Opel make common van
Autonomous cars: tests on open road are multiplying in France
In recent days, some users of the A13 were overtaken by a strange vehicle: a futuristic “look” never seen, but above all, a driver sprawled in his seat, sometimes even wearing a virtual reality helmet! No need to panic, however. This is a autonomous vehicle test carried out by Renault with its Symbioz Demo car… Continue reading Autonomous cars: tests on open road are multiplying in France
Automotive: CO2 emissions rise again in France
Reverse. CO2 emissions from new cars registered in France went up again last year, a first since 1995. In 2017, the average was 111 grams of carbon dioxide emitted per kilometer and per vehicle, against 110 grams in 2016, according to data compiled by AAA Data. The biggest emitter is General Motors, with 270 grams.… Continue reading Automotive: CO2 emissions rise again in France
Michelin suspends an emblematic competitiveness agreement
In La Roche-sur-Yon, the manufacturer has reviewed its commitments and is asking employees for new efforts. A blow to a group often cited as an example for its social dialogue.
Nissan puts the turbo in the electric in China
The automaker plans to invest nearly 8 billion euros in five years in China. More than 20 electrified models will be marketed by 2022.
PSA imposes wage freeze on Spanish Opel workers
The unions at the Zaragoza plant accepted a pay freeze and increased working hours in exchange for guarantees on the sustainability of the site.
Brexit: worries win the British car
Builders who export 80% of British production ask for guarantees from the government.
Renault: the post-Ghosn puzzles
ANALYSIS. In fifteen days, the builder will name a number two operational. An exercise for the least acrobatic, because it will reconcile the wishes of the State shareholder and the staff of the group.
Tests on humans: Volkswagen suspends a senior official
An organization funded by Volkswagen, BMW and Daimler has inhaled nitrogen dioxide to humans.