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German FAZ: There is no such thing as a gentle conversion010454

From the rolling hills of Tuscany, some of the difficulties in faraway Germany may seem a little less sharp. But there are tasks that have to be completed, and Wolfgang Reitzle doesn’t want to let anything slide in the last few meters of his professional life. The 76-year-old captain of industry has created a retirement… Continue reading German FAZ: There is no such thing as a gentle conversion010454

German FAZ: The most domestic of all Toyota010454

Small small cars have a hard time. Due to many new technical regulations, production costs are rising and profits are difficult to realize. A number of manufacturers such as VW and Opel no longer serve the A segment. Instead of 180,000 units like in 2021, less than 80,000 were sold in Germany last year. Toyota… Continue reading German FAZ: The most domestic of all Toyota010454

German FAZ: Protest against development of farmland 010452

The city of Rüsselsheim would like to make its contribution to alleviating the housing shortage in the Rhine-Main region. This is not entirely selfless, as more residents also bring more money into the cash-strapped city coffers. In addition to the development of the old Opel factory, the approximately 65 hectare new development area “Eselswiese” in… Continue reading German FAZ: Protest against development of farmland 010452

German FAZ: Journey to heaven 010451

In the contemporary automotive calendar, model changes often only mark subtle shifts. Some things are becoming edgier, others are becoming more digital, and many things are becoming more efficient. It’s similar with the Opel with probably the most heavenly name, Astra. He’s starting this year with new resolutions. After a year in which the brand… Continue reading German FAZ: Journey to heaven 010451

German FAZ: Military trucks worth billions for the defense of NATO010449

The looming fiasco with the FCAS air combat system has overshadowed German-French arms cooperation for months. A decision is still pending as to whether and – if so – how the mega-project consisting of combat aircraft, drones and digital battle clouds will continue. Contrary to plan, Berlin and Paris did not reach an agreement by… Continue reading German FAZ: Military trucks worth billions for the defense of NATO010449

German FAZ: Knowing that you could010441

Finally a limousine again. Anticipation is spreading in view of all the long-legged SUVs that are not only on the streets, but also in the editorial garage. Now the C-Class is not a completely new car; Mercedes-Benz has been building the current generation, called the 206 series, since 2021. So it has already been a… Continue reading German FAZ: Knowing that you could010441