Distribution By Tanguy Merrien, the 15/01/2018 The Belgian distribution group takes over the Rietje group, distributor of the Audi, Volkswagen and Skoda brands. The D’Ieteren group is developing in the Volkswagen group brands. Indeed, the Belgian operator takes over the entire Rietje group, distributor of the Audi, Volkswagen, Volkswagen Utilities and Skoda brands between Mechelen… Continue reading New acquisition for D’Ieteren
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Nexteer Launches Digital Trace™ Manufacturing, a Holistic Approach to Integrating Manufacturing & Design
DETROIT, Jan. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Nexteer Automotive today introduced Digital Trace™ Manufacturing, one of the most advanced, holistic, integrative approaches to design and manufacturing systems ever seen in the auto industry. The system uses the latest technologies and data analytics within one common, global architecture. For customers, this will help deliver high-quality product performance while… Continue reading Nexteer Launches Digital Trace™ Manufacturing, a Holistic Approach to Integrating Manufacturing & Design
MICHELIN innove pour contribuer à l’excellence énergétique du démonstrateur Hybrid Air de CITROËN
La nouvelle forme d’hybridation de PSA Peugeot Citroën, associant une motorisation essence avec l’air comprimé, est innovante et très économe en carburant. Les pneus MICHELIN spécifiquement développés pour le 1er démonstrateur Hybrid Air, une nouvelle Citroën C3, sont tout aussi novateurs… et performants ! 4,3 g de CO2 au kilomètre et 0,18 litre de carburant… Continue reading MICHELIN innove pour contribuer à l’excellence énergétique du démonstrateur Hybrid Air de CITROËN
Plastic Omnium received a binding offer for the sale of certain Faurecia Auto Exterior’s assets concerned by the decision of the European Commission
Conformément à la décision de la Commission européenne de voir Plastic Omnium se désengager de certains actifs inclus dans l’acquisition de Faurecia Auto Exterior, le Groupe a reçu une offre ferme du Groupe américain Flex|N|Gate, pour la cession des 7 sites concernés (4 en France, 1 en Espagne et 2 en Allemagne), sur la base… Continue reading Plastic Omnium received a binding offer for the sale of certain Faurecia Auto Exterior’s assets concerned by the decision of the European Commission
Fiat Chrysler’s Marchionne: The Future of Cars Will Be Electric and Commoditized
Sergio Marchionne, one of the longest-serving CEOs in the auto industry, has a stark warning: Carmakers have less than a decade to reinvent themselves or risk being commoditized amid a seismic shift in how vehicles are powered, driven and purchased. Developing technologies like electrification, self-driving software and ride-sharing will alter consumers’ car-buying decisions within six… Continue reading Fiat Chrysler’s Marchionne: The Future of Cars Will Be Electric and Commoditized
Snows Group buys Portfield in Chichester
Snows Group has hit the acquisition trail buying Portfield in Chichester,which represents Citroën, Mazda and Peugeot (pictured) brands in the city. A Toyota franchise dealership is also being developed for the site. The deal also includes Portfield Part Exchange Centre Bognor Regis, which will become Snows’10th specialist used car outlet under the banner Too Good… Continue reading Snows Group buys Portfield in Chichester
Renault: record sales thanks to Lada and Asia
It is not only in France that Renault has a good year 2017. Internationally, the sales of the French manufacturer have also the wind in the back with an increase, all regions, of 8.5%, to 3.76 million vehicles sold. Asia-Pacific and Eurasia The brand at Losange is boosted by two sectors in particular: first Asia-Pacific,… Continue reading Renault: record sales thanks to Lada and Asia
Car sales return to Russia after four years of diving
Dealers are breathing again in Russia. The local automotive market, still led by Lada, a subsidiary of Renault, recorded last year a volume of 1.59 million new registered vehicles, an increase of 11.9% compared to 2016. Phenomenon attributable in particular to the bottom current level of inflation and the stability of the ruble, which gives… Continue reading Car sales return to Russia after four years of diving
JCB Group acquires Hidsons to expand with new franchise partners
JCB Group has added Kia, Citroen, Mitsubishi and SsangYong to its list of franchise partners with the acquisition of the family-owned Hidsons Group. The acquisition of the £45 million turnover (2016) Hidsons Group’s operation in North Kent was hailed as “a perfect fit, both culturally and geographically” and add a further six dealerships to the group… Continue reading JCB Group acquires Hidsons to expand with new franchise partners
Albéric Chopelin Appointed Senior Vice President, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer
With effect from February 1st 2018, Albéric Chopelin is appointed Senior Vice President, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer, Groupe PSA. He will report to Carlos Tavares, Chairman of the Managing Board. The Group Sales & Marketing Office was created in January 2015, with objective to overhaul Sales and Commercial efficiency across the globe, reap synergetic… Continue reading Albéric Chopelin Appointed Senior Vice President, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer