In 1997, on the “Shinkansen” express train between Tokyo and Nagoya, a sketch was created that would change the automotive world. Following a discussion with the then Head of Powertrain Development at VW, Karl-Heinz Neumann, he drew on an envelope – he had had the idea for a long time – an engine with 18… Continue reading @VW Group: 15 years of Bugatti Veyron – how it all began.
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@VW Group: Bugatti working from home – vehicle development continues
Bugatti has suspended production of its vehicles such as the Chiron1 and Divo2 in Molsheim. Nevertheless, many employees are continuing to work from home, taking into account the recommendations of the relevant authorities, international experts and government measures. Lars Fischer, head of chassis testing and application at Bugatti, and Sven Bohnhorst, chassis setup engineer, are… Continue reading @VW Group: Bugatti working from home – vehicle development continues
@VW Group: Volkswagen and IG Metall successfully complete pay negotiations
Volkswagen and IG Metall have brought their negotiations for Volkswagen AG employees covered by the company collective agreement to a successful conclusion. As a result of the coronavirus crisis, the negotiations took place under extremely difficult conditions. The parties agreed that the pay agreement, which had been terminated with effect from April 30, 2020, should… Continue reading @VW Group: Volkswagen and IG Metall successfully complete pay negotiations
@VW Group: Volkswagen Group China: Clear signs of business recovery
Volkswagen Group China’s operations are showing clear signs of business recovery. All 2,000 Volkswagen brand dealerships are now open again, with showroom traffic during the last weekend of March comparable to the same period last year. Over 95% of the dealerships of the other locally producing brands Audi and ŠKODA have also reopened. The SAIC… Continue reading @VW Group: Volkswagen Group China: Clear signs of business recovery
@VW Group: Clear rules to protect employees
For the resumption of production at Volkswagen, health takes priority over speed. For this reason, company management and the General Works Council have laid down clear rules and measures for the protection of employees in a works agreement. Volkswagen HR Board Member Gunnar Kilian says: “We are taking comprehensive precautions so that our employees can… Continue reading @VW Group: Clear rules to protect employees
@VW Group: Corona pandemic: Volkswagen donates one million euros for immediate aid and emergency relief in refugee camps
The Volkswagen Group is donating one million euros for immediate aid and emergency relief for refugees in Syria, Turkey and Greece menaced by the corona pandemic. The funds will be given to the German Red Cross (DRK), which is organizing and implementing support locally together with the national Red Cross and Red Crescent organizations. Volkswagen… Continue reading @VW Group: Corona pandemic: Volkswagen donates one million euros for immediate aid and emergency relief in refugee camps
@VW Group: Flexible quick charging stations launch in China
Volkswagen Group Components and the start-up Shanghai DU-POWER New Energy Technical Co., Ltd. plan to work together to produce flexible quick charging stations in China. An agreement to this effect was signed by representatives from both companies in Suzhou, China. Series production of the flexible quick charging stations is currently scheduled to start in the… Continue reading @VW Group: Flexible quick charging stations launch in China
@VW Group: Porsche gives employees a voluntary bonus in the success year 2019
The Porsche Newsroom is a service provided by the Porsche Communication for journalists, bloggers and the online community. © 2020 Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG * Data determined in accordance with the measurement method required by law. Since 1 September 2017 certain new cars have been type approved in accordance with the Worldwide Harmonised Light… Continue reading @VW Group: Porsche gives employees a voluntary bonus in the success year 2019
@VW Group: SEAT starts the production of emergency ventilators at its Martorell facilities
SEAT starts the production of emergency ventilators at its Martorell facilities to contribute to the crisis caused by COVID-19. The device has been authorized by the Spanish Agency of Medicine for clinic investigation and the daily production volume will be constantly adjusted with the authorities according to demand to avoid unnecessary stocks. The company will… Continue reading @VW Group: SEAT starts the production of emergency ventilators at its Martorell facilities
@VW Group: From making cars to ventilators
The SEAT Leon line at the Martorell plant is almost unrecognisable. Today, cars are no longer being made; instead, automated ventilators are being produced to collaborate with the healthcare system in the midst of the COVID-19 crisis. Going from producing cars to ventilators in record time is the result of the intense work of many… Continue reading @VW Group: From making cars to ventilators