Next milestone: BMW Group aims to have one million electrified vehicles on the roads in 2021

Munich. The BMW Group is focusing on the next electromobility milestone: “By the end of 2021, we aim to have a total of one million electrified vehicles on the roads,” stated Oliver Zipse, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG, at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt on Tuesday. “We are already… Continue reading Next milestone: BMW Group aims to have one million electrified vehicles on the roads in 2021

The Tipping Point – Ford’s New Breed of Electrified Vehicles to Surpass Combined Diesel and Petrol Models by 2022

Ford reinforces commitment to cleaner electric future by showcasing at the Frankfurt Motor Show its strongest line-up of electrified vehicles, including new Puma Titanium X debut By the end of 2022, electrified vehicles will account for more than 50 per cent of all Ford car sales in Europe – surpassing combined sales of conventional petrol… Continue reading The Tipping Point – Ford’s New Breed of Electrified Vehicles to Surpass Combined Diesel and Petrol Models by 2022

Ford Reveals Electrified Vehicle Line-Up that will Surpass Conventional Petrol and Diesel by 2022

Ford at the Frankfurt Motor Show premieres strongest-ever electrified line-up including new Puma EcoBoost Hybrid, all-new Explorer and Tourneo Custom Plug-In Hybrids, and all-new Kuga SUV – the first Ford to offer mild-, full- and plug-in hybrid powertrains Tipping point of electrified versus conventional petrol and diesel powertrains expected by end of 2022, when more… Continue reading Ford Reveals Electrified Vehicle Line-Up that will Surpass Conventional Petrol and Diesel by 2022

Hyundai Alongside Kia Invests In IONITY Fast Charging Network

Hyundai and Kia join IONITY to use up to 350 kW at 800 V from 2021 on. Hyundai Motor Group (Hyundai and Kia) has announced an investment in the IONITY fast-charging network, a joint venture founded for the European market in 2017 by BMW Group, Daimler AG, Ford Motor Company and the Volkswagen Group with Porsche… Continue reading Hyundai Alongside Kia Invests In IONITY Fast Charging Network

MAHLE Aftermarket to acquire Behr Hella Service – Trucks, Parts, Service

Following the acquisition of all outstanding shares of Behr Hella Service (BHS) by MAHLE Aftermarket, all existing activities of BHS will be integrated into MAHLE on Jan. 1, 2020. MAHLE says this will provide customers access to a broad portfolio of thermal management products for cars, trucks, agricultural vehicles and construction machines. In the future, MAHLE… Continue reading MAHLE Aftermarket to acquire Behr Hella Service – Trucks, Parts, Service

Urban mobility of the future

About Bosch eBike Systems A new generation of bikes is taking town and country by storm and is already a part of everyday life. eBikes are a modern means of transport for modern people: people in a hurry and people who prefer to take it easy, the fit and the comfort lovers, commuters and pleasure… Continue reading Urban mobility of the future

Ferrari 812 GTS: the V12 spider returns

800 cv makes it the most powerful production convertible on the market Maranello, 9 September 2019 – Exactly 50 years on from the debut of the last spider in the Ferrari range to sport a front-mounted V12, the 812 GTS hails a triumphant return for a model type that has played a pivotal role in… Continue reading Ferrari 812 GTS: the V12 spider returns

Daimler Trucks begins testing automated trucks on public roads

The deployment on public roads takes place after months of extensive testing and safety validation on a closed loop track. As part of the comprehensive safety process by Daimler Trucks and Torc Robotics, both test track and on-road validation play an integral role in establishing the essential building blocks for successfully advancing automated technology. Martin… Continue reading Daimler Trucks begins testing automated trucks on public roads

BMW Group sales continue positive trend in August

Munich. BMW Group sales continued their positive trend in August: Worldwide deliveries were up 4.4% on the same month last year, with a total of 181,126 premium BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce vehicles sold. This brings the company’s total sales for the year to date to 1,617,512 units (+1.3%), in a volatile global market environment. “This… Continue reading BMW Group sales continue positive trend in August

Kia Motors Invests in IONITY to Democratize High-Power EV Charging Network

Kia Motors Company alongside Hyundai Motor Company today announced its investment into IONITY, a joint venture established by global automakers. Under the agreement Kia and Hyundai, affiliated automotive companies for Hyundai Motor Group (the Group), will play a key role in further enhancing the availability of EV charging stations with additional convenience benefits for its… Continue reading Kia Motors Invests in IONITY to Democratize High-Power EV Charging Network