Category: OEMs

@VW Group: Porsche and Multimatic are partners in new hybrid racing class003110

18/05/2021 Porsche Motorsport is teaming up with Multimatic to build its LMDh racing cars. As of 2023, the racing prototypes fitted with a hybrid powertrain system will compete in the newly created top class of the world’s two most important sports car championships: the FIA World Endurance Championship WEC and the North American IMSA WeatherTech… Continue reading @VW Group: Porsche and Multimatic are partners in new hybrid racing class003110

@VW Group: Charging Stations and E-Cars: Audi Electrifies FC Bayern003110

FC Bayern and its partner Audi have installed 21 charging points for electric vehicles at the Allianz Arena. As of this summer, the charging infrastructure will gradually be expanded, allowing electric vehicles to soon be charged in other areas of the record-holding German champions’ stadium complex. In September 2020, FC Bayern and Audi started their… Continue reading @VW Group: Charging Stations and E-Cars: Audi Electrifies FC Bayern003110

@Groupe PSA: PR First ElektroMOD from Opel: The Manta is Back001769

Footage Tradition meets state-of-the-art: Classically beautiful Opel Manta goes electric With latest Opel technologies: LED light, Pixel-Vizor and Pure Panel cockpit For electric driving fun: With 108 kW/147 hp, manual transmission, rear-wheel drive Rüsselsheim.  The name is Manta – Opel Manta. A car as timeless as Her Majesty’s most famous secret agent. Launched over 50… Continue reading @Groupe PSA: PR First ElektroMOD from Opel: The Manta is Back001769

@BMW: Sustainable tires for BMW X5 Plug-in Hybrid: BMW Group becomes first automotive manufacturer to use new Pirelli tires containing FSC-certified natural rubber and rayon001135

Munich, Germany- May 19, 2021… The BMW Group is stepping up its activities in the field of sustainability, becoming the first automotive manufacturer worldwide to equip its cars with tires using certified sustainable natural rubber and rayon, a wood-based material used to strengthen the tires. The company will source 22-inch tires in the first instance… Continue reading @BMW: Sustainable tires for BMW X5 Plug-in Hybrid: BMW Group becomes first automotive manufacturer to use new Pirelli tires containing FSC-certified natural rubber and rayon001135

@FCA: Etobicoke Casting Plant Wins NADCA Safety Award

May 19, 2021 , Windsor, Ontario – Stellantis’ Etobicoke Casting Plant (ECP) has been recognized with an Outstanding award from the North American Die Casting Association (NADCA) based on its 2020 safety record. The award recognizes the Toronto-based facility’s employee safety record during the 2020 calendar year, as documented by internal tracking data submitted to NADCA.… Continue reading @FCA: Etobicoke Casting Plant Wins NADCA Safety Award

@Daimler: Daimler Trucks begins rigorous testing of its fuel-cell truck

First enhanced prototype of the Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Truck on the test track since late April Wide range of tests are a further milestone on the path to series production Tests on public roads to take place this year, customer trials planned for 2023 Martin Daum, CEO of Daimler Truck AG: “We are consistently pursuing our… Continue reading @Daimler: Daimler Trucks begins rigorous testing of its fuel-cell truck

Daimler’s Kallenius says an ‘honest conversation’ is needed on EVs and jobs – Automotive News Europe

LONDON — If the European Union wants to push a faster shift to zero-emissions cars then Daimler is ready, but there needs to be an open debate on the impact electrification will have on auto jobs, the automaker’s CEO, Ola Kallenius, said. “It’s an ambition that we say yes to,” Kallenius said during an interview… Continue reading Daimler’s Kallenius says an ‘honest conversation’ is needed on EVs and jobs – Automotive News Europe

Aston Martin to phase out manual transmission by 2022 – Motor Authority

Aston Martin will no longer offer a manual transmission in any of its cars when the Vantage sports car is given an update in 2022. CEO Tobias Moers confirmed the plans in an interview last month with Australian media, including Car Advice. He pointed to low demand and the need to have separate compliance to… Continue reading Aston Martin to phase out manual transmission by 2022 – Motor Authority

@Tata-JLR: JAGUAR ENHANCES E-PACE WITH NEW R-DYNAMIC BLACK EDITION AND ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY

R-Dynamic Black Edition: New model brings a dramatic aesthetic to the E-PACE line-up with unique gloss black design elements and an enhanced specification Desirable and imposing: Highlights include the Black Pack with unique black mirror caps, panoramic roof, privacy glass and red brake calipers, which complement Satin Grey 19-inch alloy wheels Crafted interior: Recent upgrades… Continue reading @Tata-JLR: JAGUAR ENHANCES E-PACE WITH NEW R-DYNAMIC BLACK EDITION AND ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY