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2018’s diesel deaths – complete list of axed models

FCA pledged to axe all diesels from its line-up — which includes numerous SUVs and cars more commonly associated with diesel power — by 2022. For now, they’re still available, but after 2022 diesel will only be available in FCA’s commercial vehicles. Honda CR-V The new CR-V arrives soon with a number of firsts — the first time it’s been… Continue reading 2018’s diesel deaths – complete list of axed models

Valenciennes: PSA boss wants to increase production at UMV plant, unions fight back

His visit was eagerly awaited. The CEO of the PSA group, Calos Tavares, came to meet the management and employees of the Valenciennes plant on Tuesday. The site that produces gearboxes is saturated today. Since June, he can no longer cope with exploding orders. However, Carlos Tavares asks them to significantly increase production. He would… Continue reading Valenciennes: PSA boss wants to increase production at UMV plant, unions fight back

Luxury, the solid gold vein of the automobile

Trees do not climb to the sky unless they are called Ferrari. A shining symbol of the insolent health of the luxury automobile, the Italian brand has flown on the stock market since coming to Wall Street three years ago. The prancing horse is currently worth 24.5 billion dollars in the market (21 billion euros),… Continue reading Luxury, the solid gold vein of the automobile

2018’s diesel deaths – by brand

Aston Martin drives ‘milestone’ £5bn float as profits accelerate

Aston Martin says it is gearing up for a “key milestone” in its history through a stock market listing. The luxury UK sports car manufacturer confirmed a story by Sky News on Tuesday that it had started the flotation process, with the aim of launching the prospectus for its Initial Public Offering (IPO) on 20… Continue reading Aston Martin drives ‘milestone’ £5bn float as profits accelerate

Efficient, low-NOx truck emissions technology from Continental

” Exhaust aftertreatment solutions for delivery and long-haul trucks support the move to ultra-low NOx emissions Metal substrates with folded design for easier integration of a close-coupled catalyst Efficient fuel injection into the exhaust stream in combination with the electrically heated catalyst EMICAT® New-generation frost-proof urea pump (Gen V) Regensburg/Hanover, August 29, 2018. At… Continue reading Efficient, low-NOx truck emissions technology from Continental

Ford Inspection Drones Keep Engine Plant Workers Safely Grounded

About Ford Motor Company About Ford Motor Company Ford Motor Company is a global company based in Dearborn, Michigan. The company designs, manufactures, markets and services a full line of Ford cars, trucks, SUVs, electrified vehicles and Lincoln luxury vehicles, provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company and is pursuing leadership positions in electrification,… Continue reading Ford Inspection Drones Keep Engine Plant Workers Safely Grounded

RM Sotheby’s and Aston Martin celebrate new partnership with $21,455,000 lot

Published: Aug 24, 2018

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Aston Martin today announced the formation of a new partnership with RM Sotheby’s, the world’s largest auction house for investment-quality automobiles.

24 August 2018, Monterey, CA: Aston Martin today announced the formation of a new partnership with RM Sotheby’s, the world’s largest auction house for investment-quality automobiles.
The new partnership got off to the best possible start earlier today when the beautiful 1963 Aston Martin DP215 Grand Touring Competition Prototype went under the auctioneer’s gavel at Pebble Beach for an astonishing $21,455,000. The most significant one-off Aston Martin Works car, the DP215 was driven by Lucien Bianchi and Phil Hill at Le Mans in 1963 and is the final David Brown competition Aston Martin.
“What a great way to start this exciting new partnership,” said Paul Spires, President of Aston Martin Works. “The market for historic cars is booming so it is vital that Aston Martin is represented by the best auction house in the business. RM Sotheby’s give us the opportunity to reach a global audience with their international clientele.”
RM Sotheby’s was formed in 2015, when RM Auctions and Sotheby’s joined together to create an auction powerhouse, providing an unsurpassed level of service to the global collector car market. Recognised as the No.1 auction house by total value of cars sold and for number of cars sold greater than $1 million in value, RM Sotheby’s was the obvious choice for Aston Martin.
Kenneth Ahn, President, RM Sotheby’s said: “It’s certainly an honor to join Aston Martin in celebrating a milestone anniversary of its motorsport history in 2019 and the exceptional road cars that have come to define the brand. In keeping with RM Sotheby’s record-breaking success in the sale of important Aston Martins at auction, we look forward to presenting the marque’s very best motor cars from around the world in Monterey next year, an auction setting unlike any other.”
Commencing in 2019, RM Sotheby’s will hold an annual Aston Martin single-marque sale, which looks set to become a highlight of Monterey Car Week. Aston Martin’s successful Second Century Plan, which is delivering a new Aston Martin model every year for seven years, also promises two ‘specials’ per year, which are set to become collectibles of the future.

Over 90% of dealers have lower September new car order take

The majority of dealers have a lower new car order take for the September plate change compared to last year. The latest Manheim latest dealer sentiment survey reveals that 91% of dealers have a lower order take because of the impact of the Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP), which comes into effect on… Continue reading Over 90% of dealers have lower September new car order take

Peugeot halts 308 output at Sochaux plant after gearbox problem

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