The Swedish battery cell manufacturer Northvolt, once set up to set up independent battery cell production for electric cars in Europe, is seeking protection under Chapter 11 of bankruptcy law in the USA. The financially troubled company announced this on Thursday. The restructuring process protects the company of co-founder and CEO Peter Carlsson (54) from… Continue reading German Manager Magazine: Northvolt files for bankruptcy protection in the USA – what’s next for Heide?003758
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German Handelsblatt: Porsche 911 Carrera T: This is the last Porsche with a manual transmission010140
Porsche is once again launching a manual 911 Carrera T. Aside from the better performance, there is another reason why collectors should pick this one up. Go to Source
German Handelsblatt: Drives: Mercedes shows new petrol engine010139
The new CLA will be more electric. But Mercedes doesn’t want to completely mothball the combustion engine yet. On the contrary: For the first time, the Swabians are revealing details about the new combustion engine. Go to Source
German FAZ: Fat uncle for and from America008202
In the USA, really large off-road vehicles are referred to as “full-size”. It not only needs 5.21 meters in length, but also powerful V6 and V8 engines. Driving report on the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 d. Go to Source
German FAZ: Five myths about the economic misery008204
Germany’s economy is not doing well, there is no question about it. Some people suffer from this and their jobs are at risk. Many suffer from this for whom the economy does not provide what a functioning economy could: They cannot find an apartment, wait a long time for a doctor’s appointment and have to… Continue reading German FAZ: Five myths about the economic misery008204
German FAZ: “The AfD’s program is poison for our country”008203
Federal Network Agency boss: “There is a risk of stress in the power grid” Too much solar power repeatedly causes bottlenecks in the grid in Germany. Despite the traffic lights being turned off, politicians must take quick countermeasures, demands the President of the Federal Network Agency Klaus Müller – otherwise risky emergency measures would be… Continue reading German FAZ: “The AfD’s program is poison for our country”008203
German FAZ: Brantner and Banaszak elected as new chairmen008202
The new federal chairwoman of the Green Party, Franziska Brantner, described it as her party’s task to make Germany and life in it better – and demanded: “We need investments, investments and even more investments.” She said in her application speeches on Saturday lunchtime the Federal Delegates Conference: “Tightening your belt doesn’t help if you’re… Continue reading German FAZ: Brantner and Banaszak elected as new chairmen008202
German FAZ: Opel wants to accelerate job cuts 008204
The car manufacturer offers increased severance pay to those who make a last-minute decision. In addition, around 200 temporary workers in Rüsselsheim had to leave. Go to Source
German FAZ: Ford drives researcher008203
If you choose the Capri, you get a 4.63 meter long coupé with a large trunk. With electric base from VW. Which Ford makes more of. Go to Source
German FAZ: Unrest over electric car quotas in England008202
There is growing concern among car manufacturers about punitive quotas for electric car sales in the UK. Some manufacturers are urging the Labor government to relax the requirements, but so far Transport Minister Louise Haigh has shown only limited willingness to be more flexible. This year, car brands must sell at least 22 percent of… Continue reading German FAZ: Unrest over electric car quotas in England008202