PSA Group boss ‘open’ to Jaguar Land Rover acquisition – Autocar

PSA Group boss Carlos Tavares says that he would consider a merger or acquisition with Jaguar Land Rover – as long as it wouldn’t distract from the French firm. Tavares has been open about looking to expand PSA – which currently comprises Citroën, DS, Peugeot and Vauxhall/Opel – through acquisitions or partnerships with other car firms.… Continue reading PSA Group boss ‘open’ to Jaguar Land Rover acquisition – Autocar

Ola Källenius: Daimler’s new Swedish CEO has eyes set on digital future for Stuttgart giant – AutomotiveIT International

Ola Källenius: Daimler’s new Swedish CEO has eyes set on digital future for Stuttgart giant – automotiveIT International We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it.OkRead more Go to Source

Tavares says PSA is not focused on partnership with Fiat Chrysler – Automotive News Europe

PSA Group is not focused on negotiating a new partnership with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, PSA CEO Carlos Tavares said. When asked if an alliance with FCA was something PSA is actively exploring or in talks about, Tavares said: “No, we are not targeting a specific company. We are working with all of our partners.” “If… Continue reading Tavares says PSA is not focused on partnership with Fiat Chrysler – Automotive News Europe

Volkswagen Says There Will Be No Electric Beetle. But Why? – Forbes

Ich kann nicht glauben, was ich höre! (I can’t believe what I’m hearing.) Volkswagen has said “Nein” to the electric Beetle. Why? According to a Motortrend interview with Herbert Diess, CEO of Volkswagen Group, the direct answer to whether or not the company plans an electric Beetle is “No. You have to do something emotional,… Continue reading Volkswagen Says There Will Be No Electric Beetle. But Why? – Forbes

Jeep CEO Confirms New Three-Row SUV Will Fit Between Grand Cherokee and Wagoneer – The Drive

Expect the new model to seat at least seven with the option for a trick, plug-in hybrid powertrain. FCA US LLC—© 2017 FCA US LLC Fiat Chrysler CEO Mike Manley has reportedly confirmed the development of a three-row Jeep SUV that’ll slot between the next-gen Grand Cherokee and the upcoming Wagoneer. This comes as part… Continue reading Jeep CEO Confirms New Three-Row SUV Will Fit Between Grand Cherokee and Wagoneer – The Drive

Daimler open to sharing battery cell design with rivals – Yahoo News

FILE PHOTO: The Daimler logo is seen before the Daimler annual shareholder meeting in Berlin, Germany, April 5, 2018. REUTERS/Hannibal Hanschke More GENEVA (Reuters) – Daimler is open to collaborating with a rival on the design of electric car battery cells as carmakers struggle to bring down the costs of launching electric cars, research and… Continue reading Daimler open to sharing battery cell design with rivals – Yahoo News

Mitsubishi COO was set for new alliance post, then Ghosn happened – Automotive News Europe

Mann is one of several high-level executives leaving in the wake of Ghosn’s removal as chairman of Renault, Nissan and Mitsubishi. Also out is Vincent Cobee, 50, who joined Mitsubishi from Nissan as corporate vice president in charge of product strategy. Arun Bajaj, 48, global head of human relations for the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance, left March 11.… Continue reading Mitsubishi COO was set for new alliance post, then Ghosn happened – Automotive News Europe

Will Saikawa’s signature undermine case against Ghosn? – Automotive News

The issue is significant in the raucous story that has unfolded at Nissan over the last four months. From the moment Ghosn was arrested, onlookers have speculated that his ouster was simply a setup to engineer a new management balance of power between Japan’s Nissan and its French majority shareholder, Renault. Many wondered how a… Continue reading Will Saikawa’s signature undermine case against Ghosn? – Automotive News