Category: Automotive

Publications – Position Paper: European Commission proposal on post-2021 CO2 targets for cars and vans

In November 2017, the European Commission presented its Clean Mobility Package. The key legislative proposal in the Package is the one dealing with future CO2 standards for passenger cars and light commercial vehicles (also known as vans). Looking ahead, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) believes that further reductions of CO2 emissions from cars and… Continue reading Publications – Position Paper: European Commission proposal on post-2021 CO2 targets for cars and vans

Matrix Partners co-leads $473m round in China’s electric car maker CHJ Automotive

March 23, 2018 Chinese electric car startup CHJ Automotive has pocketed Rmb3 billion ($473 million) in its Series B funding round led by Matrix Partners China and Shougang Fund’s new energy fund portfolio, according to Chinese media reports. CHJ Automotive, described by Western media as a Chinese rival to Tesla, said the funding round was… Continue reading Matrix Partners co-leads $473m round in China’s electric car maker CHJ Automotive

Communications exec Chris Preuss returns to Ford to coordinate public relations

Chris Preuss begins his role as executive vice president, global public affairs & marketing communications, in April 2018 at WPP. (Photo:  WPP) Chris Preuss, a veteran automotive communications professional, has been hired to return to his role coordinating Ford’s public relations agency network with press affairs. “I was eager to return to where my heart has always been,”… Continue reading Communications exec Chris Preuss returns to Ford to coordinate public relations

Dana Secures Contract to Supply Axles for Next-Generation Jaguar, Land Rover Programs

MAUMEE, Ohio, March 22, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Dana Incorporated (NYSE: DAN) has announced new contracts to supply front and rear axles for the next generation of iconic Jaguar and Land Rover luxury vehicles. The estimated value for these programs total more than £300 million. Dana’s latest Spicer® AdvanTEK® axles will deliver greater power density in… Continue reading Dana Secures Contract to Supply Axles for Next-Generation Jaguar, Land Rover Programs

Nissan unveils stunning new streetlights powered by used Leaf battery packs and solar

Electric automakers are looking at ways to reuse their old electric car battery packs and are becoming increasingly more innovative. Today, Nissan unveils a stunning new standalone streetlight powered by used Leaf battery packs and solar. Home Solar Power The Japanese automaker and its affiliate 4R Energy Corporation have teamed up with the town of Namie,… Continue reading Nissan unveils stunning new streetlights powered by used Leaf battery packs and solar

Mahindra and Ford Sign MoUs to Co-Develop Midsize and Compact SUV, Electric Vehicle and Connected Car Solutions

Strengthen strategic collaboration focusing on product development for India and emerging markets Agree to evaluate co-development of compact SUV and electric vehicle, along with sharing powertrain portfolios Embark on joint development of connected vehicle solutions Chennai, India, March 22, 2018 – Mahindra Group and Ford Motor Company will jointly develop new SUVs, and a small… Continue reading Mahindra and Ford Sign MoUs to Co-Develop Midsize and Compact SUV, Electric Vehicle and Connected Car Solutions

Used car prices break down: Diesel buyers get up to 50 percent off

All articles and backgrounds 03/22/2018 Used car prices break up Diesel buyers get up to 50 percent off DPA New and used cars at a car dealer in Saxony. Diesel dawn at German used car dealers: buyers of used cars with Euro 5 diesel can currently get up to 50 percent off in the trade!… Continue reading Used car prices break down: Diesel buyers get up to 50 percent off

Groupe PSA: Nine Additional Centers of Competence for Engineering Center at Opel in Rüsselsheim

RÜSSELSHEIM, Germany–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Regulatory News: The Engineering Center in Rüsselsheim reinforces its position as a core part of the global Groupe PSA (Paris:UG) R&D footprint: Nine additional Centers of Competence in various areas of technology will be located there, including the development of seats and manual transmission systems for the whole Groupe PSA. The number of… Continue reading Groupe PSA: Nine Additional Centers of Competence for Engineering Center at Opel in Rüsselsheim

Daimler uses eSIMs from Infineon for its “Mercedes me connect”

It can save lives, which is why the automatic emergency call feature – termed eCall – will be mandatory for all new car and light commercial vehicle models in the European Union from 31 March 2018. It will therefore be integrated in future in an estimated 20 million new vehicles annually. The aim of the… Continue reading Daimler uses eSIMs from Infineon for its “Mercedes me connect”