Category: OEMs

@Geely: Kandi Expands Battery Cell Business with Acquisition of Jiangxi Huiyi

JINHUA, CHINA, July 19, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Kandi Technologies Group, Inc. (the “Company,” “we” or “Kandi”) (NASDAQ GS: KNDI), today announced the expansion of its battery cell business with the acquisition of a leading cell producer in Jiangxi Province, China. Kandi is a leader in electric vehicles and associated parts, including the cell business… Continue reading @Geely: Kandi Expands Battery Cell Business with Acquisition of Jiangxi Huiyi

@BMW: The BMW Group at the IAA MOBILITY 2021 show: Open discussions on the sustainable mobility of the future – in person in Munich and digitally around the world.001303

Munich. After 70 years in Frankfurt am Main, the IAA motor show will take place for the first time in the BMW Group’s home city of Munich. Over the six days from 7 – 12 September 2021, exhibitors will showcase their latest innovations and discuss the mobility of the future with trade professionals and members… Continue reading @BMW: The BMW Group at the IAA MOBILITY 2021 show: Open discussions on the sustainable mobility of the future – in person in Munich and digitally around the world.001303

@Daimler: Daimler supports population in flood areas

Since Friday, Daimler has been providing heavy off-road Mercedes-Benz Unimog and special vehicles to support regional rescue teams Daimler AG donates 1 million euros for emergency aid Donation goes to the German Red Cross and the Federal Agency for Technical Relief Ola Källenius, Chairman of the Board of Management of Daimler AG and Mercedes-Benz AG:… Continue reading @Daimler: Daimler supports population in flood areas

Daimler’s Maybach, AMG and G-Class will be bundled into new luxury group – Automotive News Europe

BERLIN — Mercedes-Benz owner Daimler will unveil a new business group comprising the AMG, Maybach and G-Class subbrands at the Munich auto show in September. The move will streamline marketing costs and is part of Daimler CEO Ola Kallenius’ plan to boost productivity and profitability, with a focus on high-margin sales. AMG boss Philipp Schiemer… Continue reading Daimler’s Maybach, AMG and G-Class will be bundled into new luxury group – Automotive News Europe

Audi will switch to agency model for EV sales – Automotive News Europe

BERLIN — Audi plans to switch to agency sales for its electric models starting in 2023. Through this model, cars will be sold directly by the brand to end customers, with dealers acting only as intermediaries. So far Audi has been selling its own EVs such as the e-tron and e-tron GT through its authorized… Continue reading Audi will switch to agency model for EV sales – Automotive News Europe

@Nio: 000262

SHANGHAI, China, July 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NIO Inc. (“NIO” or the “Company”) (NYSE: NIO), a pioneer and a leading manufacturer of premium smart electric vehicles in China, today announced that Ms. Yu Long has been appointed as a new independent director to the Company’s board of directors (the “Board”), effective July 12, 2021.… Continue reading @Nio: 000262

@VW Group: In the first six months, Porsche delivers 31 percent more vehicles003505

*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: In the first six months, Porsche delivers 31 percent more vehicles003505

@VW Group: Forward31 develops new business with Berlin-based start-up aware003502

*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: Forward31 develops new business with Berlin-based start-up aware003502

New Aston Martin Valhalla supercar revealed with 937bhp hybrid power

The new Aston Martin Valhalla supercar has been unveiled, together with full specifications for what is the first series production mid-engined road car in the brand’s 108-year history. Claimed to be “an extraordinary, truly driver-focused mid-engined hybrid supercar”, the Valhalla has evolved from the initial 2019 concept to a road-ready production model and will define a… Continue reading New Aston Martin Valhalla supercar revealed with 937bhp hybrid power