Atlas Copco has acquired Extend3D GmbH, a company that develops and produces augmented reality worker guidance for industry customers, using laser and video projection. The acquired business becomes part of Atlas Copco’s Motor Vehicle Industry Division within the Industrial Technique Business area. The company has 16 employees. It was founded in 2010, and is based in Munich, Germany. Extend3D… Continue reading Atlas Copco acquires German developer of augmented reality solutions
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2023 Kia Picanto brings bold new look and tech upgrade
The new 2023 Kia Picanto has been officially revealed, sporting a radical redesign inside and out in a bid to sustain its appeal and strong sales figures. Redesigned with a particular focus on young professionals and short, urban commutes, the new Picanto promises to be easier to drive than before, with more standard equipment, over-the-air… Continue reading 2023 Kia Picanto brings bold new look and tech upgrade
Headwinds threaten European car sales rebound
Car sales are jumping across Europe as supply returns, new figures show, but high new car prices and rising interest rates threaten the industry’s recovery in the second half. Overall sales across Europe, including the UK, grew by 17% to 5.3 million in the first five months of the year, according to data from European… Continue reading Headwinds threaten European car sales rebound
Tech Talk: How tyres are changing for electric cars
Are EV tyres all that different from what went before? Or will any old tyre do? A lot of drivers will just want the cheapest deal, despite all the evidence that in terms of grip, handling, braking distance, comfort, noise, economy, performance in the wet and wear rate, a premium tyre will outperform those from… Continue reading Tech Talk: How tyres are changing for electric cars
Tech Talk: How tyres are changing for electric cars
Are EV tyres all that different from what went before? Or will any old tyre do? A lot of drivers will just want the cheapest deal, despite all the evidence that in terms of grip, handling, braking distance, comfort, noise, economy, performance in the wet and wear rate, a premium tyre will outperform those from… Continue reading Tech Talk: How tyres are changing for electric cars
Quantron appoints Beate Reimann as CFO; expands its senior management team
Clean tech enterprise, Quantron AG, has announced the appointment of Beate Reimann as its new CFO. She takes charge on July 1. The company has also expanded its management team to include two more international members. Darka Marquardt is taking over as Director – People and Culture and Donato Azzarone is the new Director of… Continue reading Quantron appoints Beate Reimann as CFO; expands its senior management team
Kia records best-ever first-half sales of 1.57 million units
Kia Corporation has announced its 2023 first-half and June global sales results. From January to June 2023, the company posted total global sales of 1,575,920 units, recording its highest ever first-half sales results. This represents a 11% increase compared to January-June 2022’s 1,419,486 units. Kia’s previous best first-half sales performance was in 2014, when a… Continue reading Kia records best-ever first-half sales of 1.57 million units
Hyundai sells over 2 million units in first-half 2023, India contributes 14 percent
Hyundai Motor Company has announced its global sales for June 2023 and the first six months of calendar year 2023. While June sales totalled 375,113 units, up 9.5% (June 2022: 342,641 units), first-half sales were 2,081,462 units, up 10.8% (H1 CY2022: 1,879,041 units). The Korean car and SUV manufacturer is also witnessing growing demand for… Continue reading Hyundai sells over 2 million units in first-half 2023, India contributes 14 percent
UAW presidential candidate sues Labor Department over election complaint
A Mack Trucks worker who was a presidential candidate in the initial round of the UAW’s first direct election of top leaders is suing the U.S. Department of Labor over its handling of a complaint he filed seeking to have the election re-run. Will Lehman, one of five presidential candidates, has been a vocal critic… Continue reading UAW presidential candidate sues Labor Department over election complaint
Stellantis sales up 6% in 2nd quarter with help from new models
Stellantis’ U.S. sales in the second quarter were up 6% compared with the same period a year ago, the company reported Monday. The company touted the sales climate and the work of its dealers, but it also benefited from two new vehicles. In addition, a key Detroit plant was offline in the second quarter last… Continue reading Stellantis sales up 6% in 2nd quarter with help from new models