@Groupe PSA: Development of Opel Corsa-e Rally Underway

Opel develops the first battery-electric rally car Two development vehicles undergoing durability testing at Dudenhofen Test Centre Corsa-e Rally features three drive modes for competition Entries for ADAC Opel e-Rally Cup 2020/2021 open on December 15, 2019 Rüsselsheim.  The comprehensive development programme of the Opel Corsa-e Rally for the ADAC Opel e-Rally Cup is proceeding… Continue reading @Groupe PSA: Development of Opel Corsa-e Rally Underway

@Groupe PSA: To mark COP25, Fondation PSA and Duramen have signed a partnership agreement to promote workforce inclusion in the forestry industry

The project, aimed at achieving inclusion through forestry work, covers a group of 25 hectares of tree plantings in France’s Centre-Val de Loire region. Employees accepted into the program will acquire new jobs skills in fields related to environmental protection, including tree planting, sustainable forest management and adaptation to climate change. “Forests contribute to the… Continue reading @Groupe PSA: To mark COP25, Fondation PSA and Duramen have signed a partnership agreement to promote workforce inclusion in the forestry industry

@BMW: Android Auto comes to BMW. BMW to offer wireless integration from mid-2020.

Munich. The BMW Group is extending the reach of seamless connectivity in its vehicles with the introduction of Android Auto™ starting in mid-2020. Android Auto, the latest digital and user-centric service addition to BMW, will allow customers to connect their Android smartphones wirelessly with their vehicle and, in doing so, enjoy access to useful information… Continue reading @BMW: Android Auto comes to BMW. BMW to offer wireless integration from mid-2020.

@Ford: Ford Releases 2020 Global Trend Report

Loneliness, uncertainty and the importance of trust are dominant themes in this year’s report, yet Ford’s Chief Futurist uncovers pockets of opportunity for businesses and people to connect and thrive. The 2020 Looking Further with Ford Trends Report, our 8th annual report, shows people today feel overwhelmed with the changes they see taking place in… Continue reading @Ford: Ford Releases 2020 Global Trend Report

@BMW: Securing raw material supplies for battery cells: BMW Group signs supply contract with Ganfeng for sustainable lithium from mines in Australia

Munich. As part of its electromobility expansion, the BMW Group is deepening its existing business relationship with Ganfeng Lithium Co., Ltd. based in Jiangxi (China). The two companies have signed a supply contract for the lithium needed as a key raw material for battery cells. “The projected order volume totals 540 million euros. In this… Continue reading @BMW: Securing raw material supplies for battery cells: BMW Group signs supply contract with Ganfeng for sustainable lithium from mines in Australia

@Honda: Honda Releases Consolidated Financial Summary for the Fiscal 2nd Quarter Ended September 30, 2019

TOKYO, Nov 8, 2019 – (JCN Newswire) – Honda Motor Co., Ltd. announced its consolidated financial results for the fiscal second quarter ended September 30, 2019. Consolidated sales revenue for the fiscal second quarter (July 1, 2019 through September 30, 2019) amounted to 3,729.1 billion yen, a decrease of 2.9% compared to the same period… Continue reading @Honda: Honda Releases Consolidated Financial Summary for the Fiscal 2nd Quarter Ended September 30, 2019

@Honda: Honda Sets First Half of Fiscal Year Records for Automobile Production Worldwide and in China

TOKYO, Oct 30, 2019 – (JCN Newswire) – Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced a summary of automobile production, Japan domestic sales, and export results for the first half of the current fiscal year (April 2019-March 2020) and the month of September 2019. Production Outside of Japan The First Half of Current Fiscal Year Production… Continue reading @Honda: Honda Sets First Half of Fiscal Year Records for Automobile Production Worldwide and in China

@Honda: Honda Begins Joint Demonstration Testing of Miimo

TOKYO, Japan, December 2, 2019 – Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced that it has begun demonstration testing of Miimo HRM520 (Miimo), Honda’s robotic lawn mower, jointly with the Tokyo Metropolitan Park Association (Park Association).  The purpose of the test program is to verify the usability and aptitude of Miimo for large-sized parks as well… Continue reading @Honda: Honda Begins Joint Demonstration Testing of Miimo

@Honda: Honda Holds World Premiere of 5th Generation Honda City

First time with a new 1.0 liter TURBO engine with 122 PS that offers driving performance superior to a 1.5 liter engine, torque equivalent to 1.8 liter engine, and fuel efficiency to a maximum 23.8 kilometers/liter.  Exterior design combines sportiness and elegance with a more spacious cabin than other city cars. Value-added functions and features… Continue reading @Honda: Honda Holds World Premiere of 5th Generation Honda City

@Ford: All-New 2020 Escape Hybrid Tops Small SUV Class with EPA-Estimated 44 MPG City, 41 MPG Combined Fuel Economy Ratings

2020 Ford Escape Hybrid equipped with front-wheel drive beats out the segment with best-in-class EPA-estimated ratings of 44 mpg city and 41 mpg combined. EPA-estimated highway rating is 37 mpg; actual mileage will vary Front-wheel-drive Escape Hybrid has an EPA-estimated range of 582 miles per tank – more than enough for a one-way trip from… Continue reading @Ford: All-New 2020 Escape Hybrid Tops Small SUV Class with EPA-Estimated 44 MPG City, 41 MPG Combined Fuel Economy Ratings