Jörg Hofmann, first chairman of IG Metall, on the progress of collective bargaining in the metal and electrical industry Photo: IG Metall Photo: IG Metall March 26, 202126. March 3, 2021 In the wage conflict in the metal and electrical industry, the IG Metall board of directors decided on Friday evening in an extraordinary meeting… Continue reading IG Metall board calls for further negotiations in North Rhine-Westphalia next week
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Collective bargaining movement in the metal and electrical industry: More than 800,000 workers on a warning strike
Frankfurt am Main – In the wage conflict in the metal and electrical industry, an average of more than 24,000 employees took part in warning strikes every day in the fourth week after the end of the peace obligation. This means that around 123,000 employees have temporarily stopped work this week until noon today. Since… Continue reading Collective bargaining movement in the metal and electrical industry: More than 800,000 workers on a warning strike
February UK engine production falls -20.5%
26 March 2021 #UK Manufacturing UK engine manufacturing output declines -20.5% in February with 170,271 units built. Production for domestic and overseas markets falls -13.1% and -25.9% respectively. Engine output has fallen by a quarter so far in 2021, down to 338,562 units. Mike Hawes, SMMT Chief Executive, said, Now one year into the coronavirus… Continue reading February UK engine production falls -20.5%
UK commercial vehicle production down -45.4% in February
26 March 2021 #SMMT News #UK Manufacturing UK commercial vehicle manufacturing output declines for fifth month in a row, down -45.4% in February. Domestic and overseas orders see double-digit drops, with exports halved (-51.3%). Output down -38.3% in the first two months of the year, with 9,924 vans, trucks and buses leaving factories. UK commercial… Continue reading UK commercial vehicle production down -45.4% in February
February UK car production falls -14.0% as sector grapples with multiple issues
UK car production declines -14.0% in February, a loss of 17,163 units. Output for overseas markets tumbles -8.1%, with home orders down -34.9%. Figures highlight critical importance of reopening UK car showrooms on 12 April. UK car production fell -14.0% in February, with 105,008 units leaving factory gates, according to the latest figures released today… Continue reading February UK car production falls -14.0% as sector grapples with multiple issues
Business buyers in pole position on Race to Zero as consumers stuck on the grid for electric vehicle adoption
Fresh analysis reveals just 4.6% of car registrations by private buyers in 2020 were for battery electric vehicles (BEVs), compared to 8.7% for fleets and businesses. Industry sounds warning over 2030 ambition as retail incentives slashed, while 700 charge points need to be installed daily to support the market. SMMT unveils blueprint for electric revolution… Continue reading Business buyers in pole position on Race to Zero as consumers stuck on the grid for electric vehicle adoption
Auto industry CEOs discuss CO2 with Timmermans
Brussels, 24 March 2021 – Under the umbrella of the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA), the CEOs of Europe’s car makers met last week with the European Commission Vice-President for the European Green Deal, Frans Timmermans, for a constructive discussion on climate change and CO2 emissions. “EU policy makers and the auto industry share the… Continue reading Auto industry CEOs discuss CO2 with Timmermans
Commercial vehicle registrations: -3.3% first two months of 2021; +1.2% in February
Brussels, 24 March 2021 – In February 2021, new commercial vehicle registrations in the European Union increased by 1.2% to 156,444 units. Total new commercial vehicles In February 2021, new commercial vehicle registrations in the European Union increased by 1.2% to 156,444 units. With the exception of buses and coaches, all vehicle segments made a… Continue reading Commercial vehicle registrations: -3.3% first two months of 2021; +1.2% in February
Car registrations in Europe – February 2021
Statistical data> Registrations Publication period: March 17, 2021 Data reference period: February 2021 Analysis of car registrations in the European Union and EFTA markets, with details by country, brand and group. Download attachment: marketeu_6051bef65b77c.pdf To view the content is required accept the installation of Calameo cookies TAG: Europe, passenger cars, registrations, 2021, February Go to… Continue reading Car registrations in Europe – February 2021
Fuel types of new vans: diesel 92.4%, electric 2.0%, hybrids 0.9% market share in 2020
Brussels, 19 March 2021 – In 2020, diesel remained the most popular fuel for new light commercial vehicles in the European Union, accounting for 92.4% of the van market. Although the coronavirus pandemic dragged down the overall performance of the EU market, sales of electrically-chargeable and hybrid electric vans increased last year. Electrically-chargeable vehicles (ECV)… Continue reading Fuel types of new vans: diesel 92.4%, electric 2.0%, hybrids 0.9% market share in 2020