Christiane Benner, First Chairwoman of IG Metall for the promotion of electromobility and regulation of the automotive industry: “Politicians come to an agreement, the employees breathe a sigh of relief. We have been pushing for this for a long time. A clear path to electromobility with simultaneous flexibility must now provide security – especially for… Continue reading Results on the end of combustion engines and the pension package
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IG Metall on the results of the coalition committee
IG Metall chairwoman Christiane Benner commented on the results of the coalition committee on the end of combustion engines and short-time work benefits: Politicians agree, employees breathe a sigh of relief. We’ve been pushing for this for a long time. A clear path to electromobility with simultaneous flexibility must now provide security – especially for… Continue reading IG Metall on the results of the coalition committee
Auto industry: Assessment of the coalition committee results
It is good that the German federal government has now agreed on new funding for electromobility and on a position to make European CO2 regulation more flexible. Germany must represent the interests of employees in the automotive and supplier industries with a strong voice in Brussels. The federal government is following the suggestions of IG… Continue reading Auto industry: Assessment of the coalition committee results
A weighty week of government announcements
This week, the automotive industry came together for the 108th SMMT Annual Dinner in London, to celebrate the value the sector delivers for the UK. As the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, The Rt Hon Peter Kyle MP, noted in his keynote address, been a challenging period for industry but there is also plenty to celebrate with a renewed partnership between UK manufacturing… Continue reading A weighty week of government announcements
Five minutes with… Jonathan Atkinson, Executive Director – Product Strategy at Cummins
How important is the new powertrain test facility in Darlington for the company? Our new powertrain test facility marks a significant step forward in our ability to test complete powertrains across a wide range of technologies including advanced diesel, natural gas, zero-carbon hydrogen and battery electric. The two-storey, 738 sqm site represents a £13 million… Continue reading Five minutes with… Jonathan Atkinson, Executive Director – Product Strategy at Cummins
Better buses: The Bus Services Act becomes law
Buses are currently used by 11 million passengers a day – two thirds of public transport journeys in Britain – with 83% of passengers in England satisfied with commercially operated buses according to research by Transport Focus. On average, people catch the bus at least five times a month, and partnerships between bus operators and… Continue reading Better buses: The Bus Services Act becomes law
Tier IV and Horiba Mira collaborate on UK autonomous driving tech
Tier IV and Horiba Mira have formed a partnership to accelerate the development of autonomous driving technologies in the UK and Europe. Through this agreement, Tier IV will deliver software and hardware products – including its autonomous driving system, Minibus 2.0 electric vehicle, sensor packages, and operational support. Meanwhile, Horiba Mira will provide access to… Continue reading Tier IV and Horiba Mira collaborate on UK autonomous driving tech
Extra MSA adds HGV parking spaces at Peterborough Services
Extra MSA has completed a £1.3 million infrastructure project at Peterborough Services which will significantly expand HGV parking capacity to better serve the needs of freight drivers on the A1(M) corridor. Delivered in partnership with Breheny Civil Engineering, the project has added 72 new HGV bays to the rear of the site, helping to alleviate… Continue reading Extra MSA adds HGV parking spaces at Peterborough Services
SMMT statement on the Autumn Budget
SMMT statement on the Autumn Budget Government has recognised the automotive industry as a pillar of national strategic importance, backing it with an industrial strategy and additional £1.5 billion to drive competitiveness and investment. Deferring the end of employee car ownership schemes into the next parliament, meanwhile, will be welcomed by workers across the sector.… Continue reading SMMT statement on the Autumn Budget
Budget must support, not undermine Industrial Strategy growth ambitions
Government urged to rethink fiscal policies to deliver on Industrial Strategy ambitions and secure UK’s appeal as an advanced automotive manufacturing investment hub. Industry welcomes support so far but warns benefits would be wiped out by damage from EV road pricing and ending of critical Employee Car Ownership Schemes. Sector calls for focus on market… Continue reading Budget must support, not undermine Industrial Strategy growth ambitions