This is the second of two stories based on an exclusive interview with Carlos Ghosn. Part one, “Secret pay never happened,” is here. It was a big event at the time, although mostly forgotten by now. On a mild autumn evening in 2004, Carlos Ghosn, then president and CEO of Nissan Motor Co, was inducted… Continue reading Ghosn speaks his mind on Renault-Nissan’s fall – Asia Times
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Ford Motor Shows Signs of Revival Under Jim Farley – The New York Times
For years, Ford Motor has been working on a turnaround but showing little progress in the showroom or its profits. But the 118-year-old automaker’s outlook has brightened recently, and many analysts give credit to Jim Farley, who took over as chief executive last October. Ford has introduced several well-received models, including a redesigned F-150 pickup… Continue reading Ford Motor Shows Signs of Revival Under Jim Farley – The New York Times
@Honda: Honda and Komatsu Announce Joint Development of Micro Excavators Powered by Swappable Batteries
The two companies have been at the forefront of the industry in taking initiative to realize products with low environmental impact. Honda has been expanding the lineup of products powered by MPPs, and Komatsu introduced a battery-powered mini excavator to the Japanese market in April 2020. Through this joint development, the two companies will electrify… Continue reading @Honda: Honda and Komatsu Announce Joint Development of Micro Excavators Powered by Swappable Batteries
@Honda: Honda Launches All-New Civic Hatchback Teaser Page
TOKYO, Japan, June 10, 2021 – Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today launched a teaser page on its company website to release initial information on the all-new Civic Hatchback, which is scheduled to go on sale this fall. Honda will hold the world premiere of the all-new model on Thursday, June 24, 2021 (Japan time). As… Continue reading @Honda: Honda Launches All-New Civic Hatchback Teaser Page
@VW Group: The first olfactory Automobili Lamborghini branding project signed by Culti Milano003243
Sant’Agata Bolognese, 06/09/2021 – From the encounter between the brand pioneer of environmental culture and the excellence in super sports car production comes a fragrance that tells a story of exclusivity, contemporaneity and energy. Spring 2021 marks the beginning of the collaboration between Automobili Lamborghini and Culti Milano: a perfect combination of the values of… Continue reading @VW Group: The first olfactory Automobili Lamborghini branding project signed by Culti Milano003243
@VW Group: NEWSROOM: The latest Volkswagen 2021 Enthusiast Fleet vision: A green 2021 Arteon ‘Big Sur’ concept003243
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@VW Group: Volkswagen’s Supervisory Board reaches agreement with Prof. Martin Winterkorn on EUR 11.2 million in compensation003244
The Supervisory Board of Volkswagen AG has reached an agreement with the former Chairman of the Board of Management, Prof. Martin Winterkorn, on compensation in excess of ten million euros in connection with the diesel issue. The agreement between the company and Prof. Winterkorn which was approved by the Supervisory Board last Saturday provides for… Continue reading @VW Group: Volkswagen’s Supervisory Board reaches agreement with Prof. Martin Winterkorn on EUR 11.2 million in compensation003244
@VW Group: Volkswagen invests a further €500 million in sustainable battery activities with Northvolt AB003243
Volkswagen is participating, with a contribution of US$620 million (about €500 million), in a financing round of its Swedish battery partner Northvolt AB with a total volume of US$2.75 billion. The Group will thus maintain its stake in the company constant at about 20 percent. The funds are to be used for capacity expansion in… Continue reading @VW Group: Volkswagen invests a further €500 million in sustainable battery activities with Northvolt AB003243
@VW Group: Taycan Turbo S establishes first EV lap record at The Bend003247
The Taycan has set the first electric production car benchmark at the 7.7-kilometre GT Circuit layout at The Bend, the second-longest permanent racing circuit in the world behind the Nürburgring Nordschleife. Porsche Track Experience Chief Driving Instructor and former Bathurst 1000 winner Luke Youlden was the driver behind the wheel for the lap time, setting… Continue reading @VW Group: Taycan Turbo S establishes first EV lap record at The Bend003247
@VW Group: On tour with the Taycan: Julia Görges tests Porsche Drive Rental003246
09/06/2021 Tennis ace Julia Görges, who was on the road as a social media reporter for the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix, took the opportunity to test out the sports car manufacturer’s rental service. For former tennis star Julia Görges, the Porsche-Arena in Stuttgart holds a special place in her heart. She won her first major… Continue reading @VW Group: On tour with the Taycan: Julia Görges tests Porsche Drive Rental003246