Mercedes-Benz Trucks started its eActros sales tour through five European countries on May 2. The route of the three electric trucks for distribution haulage will initially run from the Mercedes-Benz Worth plant via Austria to Italy. After a subsequent loop through Germany, the eActros will continue on to the Netherlands and Belgium. Several stopovers will… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz Trucks begins eActros roadshow through five European countries
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Mercedes-Benz Trucks begins eActros roadshow through five European countries
Mercedes-Benz Trucks started its eActros sales tour through five European countries on May 2. The route of the three electric trucks for distribution haulage will initially run from the Mercedes-Benz Worth plant via Austria to Italy. After a subsequent loop through Germany, the eActros will continue on to the Netherlands and Belgium. Several stopovers will… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz Trucks begins eActros roadshow through five European countries
Magna wins new high-voltage eDrive business with European premium carmaker
Magna International has announced it has been awarded a high-volume contract with a Europe-based global premium OEM to supply its new eDrive system (eDS Mid). The eDrive is planned for 2027 model SUVs / sedans, with production expected to begin in 2026. “The electrified powertrain technologies of the future are being developed today. We are… Continue reading Magna wins new high-voltage eDrive business with European premium carmaker
Magna wins new high-voltage eDrive business with European premium carmaker
Magna International has announced it has been awarded a high-volume contract with a Europe-based global premium OEM to supply its new eDrive system (eDS Mid). The eDrive is planned for 2027 model SUVs / sedans, with production expected to begin in 2026. “The electrified powertrain technologies of the future are being developed today. We are… Continue reading Magna wins new high-voltage eDrive business with European premium carmaker
Kia bets big on software-defined vehicle tech with flagship EV9 SUV
Kia today introduced its Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) technology through its EV9 SUV’s on-demand features and over-the-air (OTA) software updates, allowing customers to remotely purchase and install new software functions based on their needs. Kia, which is affiliated with the Hyundai Motor Group, has recently launched its flagship electric SUV, the EV9. Notably, it is… Continue reading Kia bets big on software-defined vehicle tech with flagship EV9 SUV
AA, RAC slam forecourts for ongoing fuel price ‘scandal’
The pump price of diesel should be 16p per litre cheaper than it currently is and fuel retailers are keeping the cost high despite a marked fall in wholesale prices, two of the UK’s biggest insurance firms have told Autocar. According to data from RAC Fuel Watch, diesel is now 6p per litre cheaper than… Continue reading AA, RAC slam forecourts for ongoing fuel price ‘scandal’
E-fuels exemption could spark “chaos” in EV push – Stellantis boss
“I’m fine to go full speed on EVs, and demonstrate to the world that I am the best EV maker. I’m playing that game, full power in a regulatory framing that is given to me. Then the question: is this regulatory framing the best for the societies? Is that the best for the planet? And… Continue reading E-fuels exemption could spark “chaos” in EV push – Stellantis boss
Used EVs are growing in popularity, but beware to watch for these issues when shopping
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Stellantis revenues, shipments up in 1st quarter
Improvements in semiconductor supplies helped Jeep- and Chrysler-parent Stellantis ship more vehicles in the first quarter of 2023. Those consolidated shipments of almost 1.5 million units, up 7% compared with the same quarter a year ago, gave net revenues a boost as well, up 14% to $52 billion (47 billion euros). Net revenues were up… Continue reading Stellantis revenues, shipments up in 1st quarter
United Auto Workers Hold Off on Backing Biden, for Now
The United Auto Workers, a politically potent labor union, is planning to withhold its endorsement of President Biden in the early stages of the 2024 race, according to an internal memo from its president to members on Tuesday. The memo, written by Shawn Fain, the Detroit-based union’s president, said the leadership of the United Auto… Continue reading United Auto Workers Hold Off on Backing Biden, for Now