Tag: FCA

Ferrari Portofino facelift spotted for the first time

It comes with a new bumper, new grille, and new “bandit” headlights, the latter resembling those of the Ferrari Roma.Ferrari Portofino’s metal-folding roof can open and close in 14 seconds, even at speeds of up to 40kmph, and also has a manually retractable wind deflector for when the roof is down.The coronavirus lockdown has meant that your favourite auto magazine AUTO TODAY has reached limited stands.

European automakers in restart mode

After almost a month-long shutdown, many automakers in Europe are restarting operations across their plants in the continent. Volvo Cars has resumed production at its Torslanda plant in Sweden. The company, has decided to reopen the plant after dialogue with relevant labour unions along with its Swedish offices. Both the plant and offices have been… Continue reading European automakers in restart mode

UAW, Detroit automakers in talks over safety rules to reopen U.S. plants

DETROIT (Reuters) – Detroit’s automakers and the United Auto Workers (UAW) union are in talks about safely restarting U.S. production halted by the coronavirus pandemic, but local union leaders said on Monday any workers who feel sick must be allowed to self quarantine without losing pay. FILE PHOTO: The United Auto Workers union logo is… Continue reading UAW, Detroit automakers in talks over safety rules to reopen U.S. plants

Mercedes F1 boss Wolff takes a stake in Aston Martin

LONDON (Reuters) – Mercedes Formula One boss Toto Wolff has taken a stake in British sportscar maker Aston Martin, whose executive chairman Lawrence Stroll runs the Racing Point F1 team, according to company filings. FILE PHOTO: Formula One F1 – Russian Grand Prix – Sochi Autodrom, Sochi, Russia – September 28, 2019 Mercedes’ team principal… Continue reading Mercedes F1 boss Wolff takes a stake in Aston Martin

@Ferrari: Ferrari comes to the aid of local communities

Maranello, 18 April 2020 – In response to the healthcare crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Ferrari has agreed to donate all or part of their annual compensation to fund a series of initiatives in the region with the first activities concentrating on the immediate communities of Maranello, Fiorano and Formigine. Aid to the different… Continue reading @Ferrari: Ferrari comes to the aid of local communities

Ferrari begins making respirator valves at Maranello plant

Ferrari has started to produce respirator valves and fittings for protective masks at its Maranello plant as one of its initiatives in support of health workers treating coronavirus patients. The department where car prototypes are usually built is producing these thermoplastic components using additive manufacturing technology. Some valves have been developed by Mares, a diving… Continue reading Ferrari begins making respirator valves at Maranello plant

@Ferrari: Ferrari continues its efforts to fight the Covid-19 pandemic.

Collaboration to produce valves for respirators and fittings for protective masks.   Maranello, 16 April 2020 – Ferrari has started to produce respirator valves and fittings for protective masks at its Maranello plant as one of its initiatives in support of health workers treating coronavirus patients. The department where car prototypes are usually built is producing these… Continue reading @Ferrari: Ferrari continues its efforts to fight the Covid-19 pandemic.

Press Releases – Corona crisis: Guidelines for re-launch of EU auto industry

Brussels, 16 April 2020 – As Europe is grappling with the health, social and economic impacts of COVID-19, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) has set out four guiding principles for a successful re-launch of the auto industry, which will be vital to the wider economic recovery of the continent. “It is in Europe’s interest… Continue reading Press Releases – Corona crisis: Guidelines for re-launch of EU auto industry

FCA Releases 2019 Sustainability Report Highlighting Environmental, Social and Economic Initiatives

FCA works to manage the societal and environmental impacts of its activities and products and to develop innovative solutions to reduce its total environmental footprint. The Company embraces its operational responsibility to contribute to the relevant Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) supporting the United Nations 2030 Agenda. In 2019, the Company further reduced its environmental footprint… Continue reading FCA Releases 2019 Sustainability Report Highlighting Environmental, Social and Economic Initiatives