Bosch says it will continue to expand its presence in China and has opened a new plant for infotainment systems in the eastern Chinese city of Wuhu. Bosch sees good long-term opportunities in the region, especially in the Chinese market. New plant drives connected mobility in ChinaOn a surface area of 18,000sqm, infotainment systems, instrument… Continue reading Bosch opens a new plant for infotainment systems in China
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SecForCARs led by infineon to develop new approaches on IT security in self-driving cars
With the growing need to protect the cars against cyber attacks, 15 partners from industry and academia will work together over the next three years on new approaches to IT security in self-driving cars which is led by Infineon. The joint project goes by the name Security For Connected, Autonomous Cars (SecForCARs) and has funding… Continue reading SecForCARs led by infineon to develop new approaches on IT security in self-driving cars
Average CO2 emissions from newly registered motor vehicles
Key messages Despite a small increase in annual average CO2 emissions from passenger cars in 2017, new cars are becoming more efficient. The average car sold in 2017 was almost 16 % more efficient than the average car sold in 2010. Average annual CO2 emissions from new light commercial vehicles (vans) continued to decrease in… Continue reading Average CO2 emissions from newly registered motor vehicles
Tencent-Backed Chinese EV Firm NIO Files Confidentially For US IPO
Chinese electric vehicle company NIO, backed by Tencent Holdings Ltd., has filed confidentially for a planned U.S. initial public offering, according to media reports citing insiders. The Shanghai-based car maker, with a valuation of roughly US$5 billion when it last raised funding seven months ago, has submitted an initial confidential filing with the U.S. Securities… Continue reading Tencent-Backed Chinese EV Firm NIO Files Confidentially For US IPO
Press Releases – EU vehicle manufacturers express concern on US investigation into auto imports
Brussels, 28 May 2018 – The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) has expressed its concern regarding the initiation by the United States of a national security investigation into imports of motor vehicles and auto parts. “Automobile manufacturers active in both Europe and the US are truly global players with interests in both regions,” stated ACEA… Continue reading Press Releases – EU vehicle manufacturers express concern on US investigation into auto imports
VW has to throttle production
From September on, only cars whose consumption has been measured using the new WLTP process may be sold. That does not create Volkswagen in all models – and expects delivery bottlenecks. VW plant in Wolfsburg Sunday, 27.05.2018 15:01 clock When converting to the new exhaust test standard WLTP calculates Volkswagen at its core brand with… Continue reading VW has to throttle production
VW stops manufacturing major diesel models
Production problems at VW: The car manufacturer suspends the production of several diesel models, for the widespread 2.0 TDI engine, a software update must be developed. VW TDI engine 2.0 Saturday, 26.05.2018 19:04 clock Volkswagen has a temporary production stop for important dieselimposed models and wants to fix a false one. As the group confirmed… Continue reading VW stops manufacturing major diesel models
Electric cars: Post delivers 200 street scooters to British milkmen
Street scooter of Deutsche Post With the vehicle, Swiss Post has become a leading manufacturer of electric transporters. (Photo: AP) DüsseldorfDie German postal serviceSubsidiary Streetscooter sells for the first time electric van on a large scale to a single customer abroad. The British company Milk & More has ordered 200 of the electric vehicles, said… Continue reading Electric cars: Post delivers 200 street scooters to British milkmen
End of 35 hours, negotiations open at PSA factory in Vesoul
The bargaining meeting will open Tuesday, May 29 at 1:30 pm between the management of PSA Vesoul and the trade unions. In mid-May, the management proposed a local agreement to increase the actual working time by 7.8%, from 7 hours to 7 hours 33 per day, or from 35 hours to 37 hours 45 per… Continue reading End of 35 hours, negotiations open at PSA factory in Vesoul
Mahindra Reaffirms its Commitment to South Africa with the Establishment of Local Assembly Facility
Mahindra Reaffirms its Commitment to South Africa with the Establishment of Local Assembly Facility Durban facility to assemble full Pik Up range enhancing local employment and skills Planned at the Dube Tradeport SEZ Company aims to source up to 40% of value locally Company aspires to leverage SA as base for future African exports Durban,… Continue reading Mahindra Reaffirms its Commitment to South Africa with the Establishment of Local Assembly Facility