The shock wave of “diesel bashing” also touches the occasion. While the share of diesel in sales of new cars fell below the 50% mark last year in France (to 47.3%) this once-famous powerplant also loses points in the second-hand market. According to the Barometer AutoScout24, which refers, it sold last year 91,000 diesel cars… Continue reading Automobile: the French also shun diesel on the second-hand market
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Michelin, new shareholder of the German leader of the car centers
Michelin is gaining strength in Germany by signing a stake in ATU, a German auto center brand. The operation was carried out with the partnership of the Mobivia group, which owns the network across the Rhine. Recently greeted by President Emmanuel Macron, the Michelin group is once again illustrating by entering the capital of ATU… Continue reading Michelin, new shareholder of the German leader of the car centers
BMW on verge of multiyear lithium and cobalt deal
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Two out of every three Spaniards would buy an electric car if it cost less than 15,000 euros
Almost 70% of Spaniards believe that the manufacture of electric vehicles does not stand out because it does not interest large corporations and oil companies. Electric and hybrid vehicles are a rising trend worldwide. The truth is that pollution levels, greater environmental awareness and the need for renewal of the vehicle fleet – which exceeds… Continue reading Two out of every three Spaniards would buy an electric car if it cost less than 15,000 euros
GM, South Korea Set for Standoff After Automaker Threatens Exit
General Motors Co. and South Korean authorities are set for a standoff after the automaker announced a plan to shut one factory and threatened to leave the country entirely if concessions aren’t made to stem mounting losses. South Korean officials will hold talks with GM about ways to keep the carmaker’s operations open, the finance ministry… Continue reading GM, South Korea Set for Standoff After Automaker Threatens Exit
UK’s biggest car dealer to focus on used vehicles as profits dive
Automotive industry UK’s biggest car dealer to focus on used vehicles as profits dive Pendragon, trading as Evans Halshaw and Stratstone, is also selling some of its dealerships Pendragon’s Stratstone includes several Jaguar and Land Rover car dealerships. Photograph: David Sillitoe. for the Guardian Britain’s biggest car dealer is switching its focus to the used… Continue reading UK’s biggest car dealer to focus on used vehicles as profits dive
60% of drivers see a “positive future” for combustion engines
More than 60% of Spanish drivers see a positive future for gasoline and diesel engines, according to a new study published by Mazda. The studyMazda Driver Projectin charge with Ipsos MORI- asked 11,008 people from the main European markets, and on average 58% believe that «there is still much innovation and improvements ahead for gasoline… Continue reading 60% of drivers see a “positive future” for combustion engines
New facilities for Alfa Romeo and Jeep in Majadahonda
It was 1965 when Tayre, the first importer ofAlfa RomeoYFerrariIn Spain, it started its activity in the Madrid street of Príncipe de Vergara, becoming the oldest Alfa Romeo dealership in our country. Since that date, he has continued to provide services to his clients and now adapts to the needs of the present and prepares… Continue reading New facilities for Alfa Romeo and Jeep in Majadahonda
Daimler warns of supply chain risk from switch to electric cars
Daimler said spending on research and development would increase slightly in 2018 after spending 8.7 billion euros in 2017, a rise of 15 percent. FRANKFURT, – Daimler AG, owner of the Mercedes-Benz brand, warned that a fall in demand for diesel cars and a switch to electric vehicles could force it to prop up its… Continue reading Daimler warns of supply chain risk from switch to electric cars
Toyota Releases North American Environmental Report
PLANO, Texas (Feb. 13, 2018) – Combating major environmental issues facing the global community, such as climate change, water scarcity, resource depletion and habitat loss, in a widespread, meaningful way often starts with small steps.