Category: Automotive

@Daimler: Mercedes-Benz Dusseldorf plant celebrates start of production of the Mercedes-Benz eSprinter

Production of the fully electric eSprinter heralds a new era in Dusseldorf Dusseldorf is the competence centre for Sprinter vehicles with electric drive Good production utilisation in 2019 despite modification Two new product run-ups within 21 months with investments totalling around 330 million euros Dusseldorf / Stuttgart – The founder of its own segment –… Continue reading @Daimler: Mercedes-Benz Dusseldorf plant celebrates start of production of the Mercedes-Benz eSprinter

Ferrari CEO does not expect fully-electric model until after 2025

MARANELLO, Italy (Reuters) – Ferrari won’t have its first fully electric model ready until after 2025 as the battery technology requires more development, Chief Executive Louis Camilleri said, pushing back expectations. The Ferrari logo is pictured as Ferrari Roma is unveiled during its first world presentation in Rome, Italy, November 14, 2019. REUTERS/Guglielmo Mangiapane The… Continue reading Ferrari CEO does not expect fully-electric model until after 2025

Buy or Sell a Car via Mobile with the New eBay Motors App

SAN JOSE, Calif., Dec. 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — eBay Motors, one of the world’s largest marketplaces for all things automotive, is launching an all-new, automotive-focused app for Apple iPhone and Android. Powered by advanced technology, the app is a powerful tool for buying and selling vehicles directly from consumers’ mobile devices in an entirely new way.… Continue reading Buy or Sell a Car via Mobile with the New eBay Motors App

Mitsubishi Creates Top-Spec Van Version Of Outlander PHEV

The newcomer is designed to offer the luxury of an SUV and the tax breaks of a plug-in hybrid van. Mitsubishi has added a new top-spec model to its Outlander PHEV plug-in hybrid commercial vehicle range. The low-emission 4×4 has become a firm favorite among private customers, and Mitsubishi has long offered commercial versions aimed… Continue reading Mitsubishi Creates Top-Spec Van Version Of Outlander PHEV

Jeep set to launch new “Ultra Compact Utility Vehicle” in 2022

Jeep has confirmed it will launch a new “ultra compact” utility vehicle in 2022. Designed to sit below the Renegade in the company’s line-up, Jeep’s latest off-roader will act as a rival to the Suzuki Jimny – and it could feature an all-electric powertrain derived from FCA’s planned merger with PSA. When quizzed about the… Continue reading Jeep set to launch new “Ultra Compact Utility Vehicle” in 2022

New 2021 Vauxhall Astra to get coupe look and VXR model

Vauxhall’s resurgence under the new ownership of the PSA Group is continuing apace, with a major reinventions of the Astra hatchback due in showrooms in the next 24 months. The new Astra will arrive in 2021, and while the car will share much with other PSA-brand hatchbacks, Vauxhall boss Stephen Norman exclusively revealed to Auto… Continue reading New 2021 Vauxhall Astra to get coupe look and VXR model

@FCA: FCA’s New Global Product Development Organization Will Unleash Speed-to-Market and Technological Innovation

December 12, 2019 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – FCA is leveraging its technological, engineering and management talent by establishing a streamlined product development organization with central leadership and a global footprint. The new organization will be led by FCA’s Chief Technical Officer Harald Wester. “The industry has never experienced technological change at the pace we are… Continue reading @FCA: FCA’s New Global Product Development Organization Will Unleash Speed-to-Market and Technological Innovation

Nokia says Daimler, others agreed to mediation to resolve licensing dispute

FILE PHOTO: Visitors gather outside the Nokia booth at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, February 26, 2019. REUTERS/Sergio Perez/File Photo BRUSSELS (Reuters) – Nokia on Thursday said that German carmaker Daimler and several car parts suppliers have agreed to independent mediation to resolve their licensing dispute. “We expect the mediation to take place… Continue reading Nokia says Daimler, others agreed to mediation to resolve licensing dispute

Press Releases – Michael Manley of FCA elected ACEA President for 2020

Brussels, 12 December 2019 – The Board of Directors of the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) has elected Michael Manley, CEO of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA), as its new President. As of January 2020, Mr Manley will take over from Carlos Tavares, Chairman of the Managing Board of PSA Group, who served as ACEA President… Continue reading Press Releases – Michael Manley of FCA elected ACEA President for 2020