Relief package: An important step, but many unanswered questions

Frankfurt – IG Metall welcomes the federal government’s third relief package as an important step, but criticizes the relief effects as insufficient, especially for average households. Overall, too many aspects remained vague. Jörg Hofmann, First Chairman of IG Metall: “The relief package presented today contains important decisions for citizens and companies. Nevertheless, it leaves many… Continue reading Relief package: An important step, but many unanswered questions

Phasing out 2G/3G – impact on the car industry

The Norwegian authorities and telecom operators have decided to shut down the 2G network during 2025. BIL is asking the authorities to wait with the shutdown. The car industry is one of several industries affected by the authority’s decision, because the old 2G/3G technology i.a. is an EU requirement in connection with automatic emergency calls,… Continue reading Phasing out 2G/3G – impact on the car industry

9-euro ticket: impetus for the mobility turnaround

Over the summer, the 9-euro ticket impressively showed what potential an attractive tariff has for public transport and thus for the mobility turnaround in Germany. The Alliance for a Socially Compatible Mobility Turnaround, to which IG Metall also belongs, welcomes the discussion about a follow-up regulation. Photo: IG Metall Photo: IG Metall August 30, 202230.… Continue reading 9-euro ticket: impetus for the mobility turnaround

New members – August 2022

25 August 2022 #SMMT News Find out below who has joined the premier automotive trade association and what they get from membership: SMMT data services Extensive market data providing key information to assist marketing and promotional activity, and future business opportunities. Developing business opportunities SMMT’s targeted events and Automotive Supplier Finder (ASF) service helps facilitate… Continue reading New members – August 2022