Opel: Tavares reminded of order by German politicians

After IG Metall, German politicians warn Carlos Tavares. “We are counting on the fulfillment of last year’s investment and employment commitments,” said Thorsten Schäfer-Gümbel, leader of the Social Democrat Party (SPD) in Hesse, where Opel headquarters is based. . In the coming days, PSA must prove the value of these commitments, “he added, warning against”… Continue reading Opel: Tavares reminded of order by German politicians

LA: This 420, Don’t Smoke and Drive

This 420, we’ve partnered with Super Troopers to create a PSA campaign and keep smokers out of the driver’s seat. Lyft wants to be a reliable, and affordable partner for marijuana enthusiasts. That’s why during April 20 we will also be offering up to $4.20 off your next ride. Unlock your free credit entering the… Continue reading LA: This 420, Don’t Smoke and Drive

Renegotiation of contracts: Opel announces all dealers in Europe

All articles and backgrounds 04/17/2018 Renegotiation of contracts Opel announces all dealers in Europe DPA Opel: 1600 contracts with dealers are terminated – and the majority renegotiated The car maker Opel, which is in the process of refurbishment, has terminated all European dealership contracts. The goal is to have new agreements that could increase the… Continue reading Renegotiation of contracts: Opel announces all dealers in Europe

Opel announces all dealer contracts

European Opel dealers must renegotiate their terms with Opel. The automaker announces all contracts. In Germany, 385 businesses are affected. Opel dealer (archive) Tuesday, 17.04.2018 15:58 clock The automaker Opel has terminated all European traders contracts. As a result, the PSA subsidiary, which is undergoing refurbishment, wants to reach new agreements that could increase the… Continue reading Opel announces all dealer contracts

Vauxhall slims down dealer network

Vauxhall plans to reduce its dealership total by about a third as consumers change the way they buy cars. The brand, which was bought by Peugeot’s parent company PSA last year, plans to reduce the total from 326 to about 200. The move is part of a PSA drive to return the loss-making Vauxhall and… Continue reading Vauxhall slims down dealer network

Alibaba is the latest Chinese internet giant to test self-driving cars

Tim Graham via Getty Images China’s Alibaba Group has been testing its own autonomous vehicle technology, the South China Morning Post reports, and is looking to hire an additional 50 self-driving vehicle experts. Alibaba’s rivals Baidu and Tencent have also been working on autonomous technology and last month, Baidu received the go-ahead from the Chinese… Continue reading Alibaba is the latest Chinese internet giant to test self-driving cars

Opel: the arm wrestling intensifies between PSA and IG Metall

In Germany, the negotiations between PSA and IG Metall turn sour. The builder thought it could negotiate with the union a derogation to the branch agreement obliging to increase the salaries at Opel by 4.3% this year. But the powerful union does not hear it that way – at least for now. As it stands,… Continue reading Opel: the arm wrestling intensifies between PSA and IG Metall

After crisis summit in Berlin: PSA puts investments in Opel plant Eisenach on ice

All articles and backgrounds 04/16/2018 After crisis summit in Berlin PSA puts investments in Opel plant Eisenach on ice AFP The boss and his Opel boss: Carlos Tavares (left) and Michael Lohscheller leave open the future of 1800 Opel employees in Eisenach Due to the dispute over the Opel refurbishment, the French PSA group has… Continue reading After crisis summit in Berlin: PSA puts investments in Opel plant Eisenach on ice

Network termination: new contracts for Opel dealers

Jürgen Keller: “The Opel dealers remain the interface to the customer.” © Photo: Dietmar Stanka / AUTOHAUS The fears of Opel dealers come true. The Rüsselsheim car manufacturer announces the existing contracts throughout Europe and wants to “tackle the basics”. The key messages from Germany boss Jürgen Keller. By Ralf Padrtka / AUTOHAUS Opel wants… Continue reading Network termination: new contracts for Opel dealers

Escalation at Opel: Ministers ask PSA chief for crisis summit – and Tavares does not come

All articles and backgrounds 04/16/2018 Escalation at Opel Minister ask PSA chief for crisis summit – and Tavares is not coming AP; AFP; REUTERS Economics Minister Peter Altmaier, Carlos Tavarez, Labor Minister Hubertus Heil: Two federal ministers invite – and the boss of the Opel-dam PSA does not come When PSA boss Carlos Tavares telephoned… Continue reading Escalation at Opel: Ministers ask PSA chief for crisis summit – and Tavares does not come