Traditionally, Škoda sails behind Volkswagen, so far normal hierarchy. With the new generation of the twin siblings Passat and Superb, the wind has changed. For the first time, the Czechs are on the command bridge of development. Škoda has earned this honor through years of hard work and solid products. Go to Source
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German FAZ: “Advantage through technology is now happening in China”008087
There are two models of the Hotpot car on the right and left of the stage. At least that would probably be the best description at the moment to explain to Chinese people what car it is about. The Zeekr Mix is the car in which you can eat the dish. At least that’s how… Continue reading German FAZ: “Advantage through technology is now happening in China”008087
German FAZ: What lies ahead for Europe’s economy after the US election008086
No one knows exactly what Donald Trump will do if voters return him to the White House. His ominous announcements about import tariffs never go into detail and change over time. Furthermore, it is not known how seriously the Republican presidential candidate takes it and how willing he is to negotiate. Finally, there are the… Continue reading German FAZ: What lies ahead for Europe’s economy after the US election008086
German FAZ: The wildfire on the Saar008086
The car manufacturer Ford is closing its factory, suppliers are cutting thousands of jobs, the plan for a multi-billion dollar American chip factory is on hold, the Chinese battery manufacturer SVolt has completely abandoned its new construction plans: Saarland is used to structural change, but the flood of bad news is even for the smallest… Continue reading German FAZ: The wildfire on the Saar008086
German Manager Magazine: Volkswagen boss Blume sees no alternative to the austerity program003704
The mistakes that caused the economic problems at VW were made in the past, said the head of the Volkswagen-Group, Oliver Blume, the “Bild am Sonntag”. Weak market demand in Europe and significantly lower earnings from China revealed decades-old structural problems at VW. That’s what we’re tackling now. “Our costs in Germany “We have to… Continue reading German Manager Magazine: Volkswagen boss Blume sees no alternative to the austerity program003704
German Handelsblatt: Globalization: Danger for Volkswagen, Audi, BMW: The US election could damage Mexico’s business model010016
German companies also build cars in Mexico for the US market. So far they are expanding there. But Donald Trump could stop the deal. Elon Musk has already suspended an investment. Go to Source
German Manager Magazine: Truth Social, Dogecoin, Gamestop: Donald Trump, Elon Musk and the meme stocks003703
The company Trump Media and Technology Group (TMTG) is at least as unpredictable as its founder: the shares of Donald Trump’s (78) right-wing media company, to which the portal “Truth Social” belongs, have been going up and down for months. Within a year the range was between $80 and $12. In October alone, the stock… Continue reading German Manager Magazine: Truth Social, Dogecoin, Gamestop: Donald Trump, Elon Musk and the meme stocks003703
Initium: Hyundai presents a new hydrogen car
Hyundai has unveiled its latest hydrogen-powered SUV, the Initium. The battery can also be charged externally. (Hyundai, Fuel cell) Go to Source
Rivian: Physical buttons in the car “are a bug, not a feature”
Rivian’s software boss thinks buttons in cars are an “anomaly.” Ideally, he also wants to make complex functions available via voice command. (Rivian, AI) Go to Source
German Handelsblatt: Automotive industry: VW CEO sees no alternative to savings program at Volkswagen010013
Weak market demand in Europe and significantly lower earnings from China reveal structural problems at VW. VW is under enormous pressure, says Oliver Blume. Go to Source