Category: OEMs

@Daimler: Preliminary Q2 2021 results above market expectations despite semiconductor shortage

Mercedes-Benz Cars & Vans achieved strong results in the second quarter thanks to convincing products, favorable product mix, pricing and ongoing cost discipline. This was despite negative effects from the very limited availability of semiconductor components. Daimler Trucks & Buses sales increased in almost all regions due to improved market conditions, which translated into higher… Continue reading @Daimler: Preliminary Q2 2021 results above market expectations despite semiconductor shortage

@Daimler: 15. Jul 2021Preliminary Q2 2021 results above market expectations

July 15, 2021 – Mercedes-Benz Cars & Vans achieved strong results in the second quarter thanks to convincing products, favorable product mix, pricing and ongoing cost discipline. This was despite negative effects from the very limited availability of semiconductor components. Daimler Trucks & Buses sales increased in almost all regions due to improved market conditions,… Continue reading @Daimler: 15. Jul 2021Preliminary Q2 2021 results above market expectations

@GM: General Motors Invests in New Advanced Design and Technology Campus in Southern California

General Motors Invests in New Advanced Design and Technology Campus in Southern California $71 million investment in new 149,000-square-foot technology campus will significantly expand advanced design and innovation work in the region 2021-07-13 PASADENA, Calif. – Today, General Motors announced a more than $71 million investment to establish a new campus in Pasadena, California, for… Continue reading @GM: General Motors Invests in New Advanced Design and Technology Campus in Southern California

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Luxury British supercar maker McLaren Automotive and children’s charity Plan International announce today their global charity partnership. Plan International and McLaren Automotive together pledge to support, empower, and inspire the next generation to reach their full potential. The new partnership brings together McLaren Automotive’s long-standing commitment to inspire and encourage young people to take up… Continue reading @McLaren: Read more000118

@FCA: Alfa Romeo and Sauber Motorsport Extend Partnership

July 14, 2021 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – Alfa Romeo and Sauber Motorsport extend their partnership on a multi-year agreement. The renewal of this relationship represents an exciting new chapter in the long and prestigious motorsports history of two brands with an impressive racing heritage that includes success in Formula One, sports cars and touring cars.… Continue reading @FCA: Alfa Romeo and Sauber Motorsport Extend Partnership

@VW Group: Lamborghini Mexico Commissions Special Edition Models To Commemorate 10 Years in the Region003460

Sant’Agata Bolognese/Mexico City, July 14, 2021  – In celebration of its 10-year anniversary, Lamborghini Mexico today debuts four special edition Huracán EVO, designed by the brand’s distributor in Mexico, Grand Chelem, and Ad Personam, the Lamborghini’s exclusive customization program at the studio in Sant’Agata Bolognese. The commemorative models represent four key themes in Mexican culture:… Continue reading @VW Group: Lamborghini Mexico Commissions Special Edition Models To Commemorate 10 Years in the Region003460

@VW Group: Volkswagen Group continues switch to low-emission logistics with LNG ships003460

Volkswagen is the first automaker to transport most of its new vehicles overseas using low-emission LNG ships (LNG – liquefied natural gas). After the first two LNG car carriers entered service in 2020, Volkswagen Group Logistics has now ordered four more ships with dual-fuel engines that can be powered with environmentally friendly liquid gas. They… Continue reading @VW Group: Volkswagen Group continues switch to low-emission logistics with LNG ships003460

@VW Group: Porsche makes added value of agile working measurable003462

*Data determined in accordance with the measurement method required by law. As of 1 September 2018 the Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicles Test Procedure (WLTP) replaced the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC). Due to the more realistic test conditions, the fuel/electricity consumption and CO₂ emission values determined in accordance with the WLTP will, in many cases,… Continue reading @VW Group: Porsche makes added value of agile working measurable003462

@BMW: Bidirectional Charging Management (BCM) pilot project enters key phase: customer test vehicles with the ability to give back green energy.001297

 ### Start of the joint press release from all partners mentioned herein ### Munich. The first vehicles for the customer pilot phase were handed over to their users at BMW Welt on 9 July. This means that customers are now in possession of 20 BMW i3 cars equipped with the new technology, with a further… Continue reading @BMW: Bidirectional Charging Management (BCM) pilot project enters key phase: customer test vehicles with the ability to give back green energy.001297