Dieter Zetsche It is becoming increasingly clear how much the manager has let the reins slip over the past few years of his 13-year reign as Daimler boss. (Photo: AP) The timing was perfect. On September 26, 2018, the former Daimler-Boss Dieter Zetsche and his supervisor Manfred Bischoff put their master plan into practice. First,… Continue reading Comment: Dieter Zetsche should forego the post of Daimler chief supervisor
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Avis to Connect 22K Fiat Vehicles in Europe
In addition, these connected vehicles enable lock and unlock technology, providing a straight-to-vehicle, self-serve option for customers. Photo via Depositphotos. Avis Budget Group has formed a new agreement with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) to connect more than 22,000 Fiat vehicles in Avis Budget Group’s European fleet. A connected vehicle can allow Avis customers to manage their… Continue reading Avis to Connect 22K Fiat Vehicles in Europe
Jeep, Suzuki models found to have broken EU emissions rules
FILE PHOTO: The logo of Suzuki is seen on a wheel of Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza car during its launch in Mumbai, India, March 8, 2016. REUTERS/Danish Siddiqui/File Photo AMSTERDAM (Reuters) – Fiat Chrysler’s (FCHA.MI) Jeep Grand Cherokee and Suzuki’s (7269.T) Vitara diesel models both break emissions rules and must be fixed or face a… Continue reading Jeep, Suzuki models found to have broken EU emissions rules
Dutch road authority finds Jeep, Suzuki models broke emissions rules
FILE PHOTO: Cruise control on a 2017 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee is seen in a photo illustration in Medford, Massachusetts, U.S., May 24, 2018. REUTERS/Brian Snyder AMSTERDAM (Reuters) – The Dutch road authority has recalled Jeep Cherokees throughout Europe for a software update, it said on Thursday, after completing an investigation into fraudulent emissions strategies by… Continue reading Dutch road authority finds Jeep, Suzuki models broke emissions rules
Auto supplier Dakkota gets state incentives for Detroit plant to employ 400
Share This Story! Let friends in your social network know what you are reading about Auto supplier Dakkota gets state incentives for Detroit plant to employ 400 The factory will make components for the new Fiat Chrysler plant in Detroit Post to Facebook Sent! A link has been sent to your friend’s email address. Posted!… Continue reading Auto supplier Dakkota gets state incentives for Detroit plant to employ 400
Press Releases – Auto industry sets out plan for carbon neutrality under EU Green Deal, amid shrinking market
Brussels, 22 January 2020 – Forecasting the first downturn in EU car sales in seven years this year, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) today outlined the major challenges faced by the EU auto industry, as it embarks on the transition to carbon-neutral transport. “One of the biggest drivers of change for our sector is… Continue reading Press Releases – Auto industry sets out plan for carbon neutrality under EU Green Deal, amid shrinking market
Fiat Chrysler CEO: Peugeot merger talks progressing well
Michael Manley, CEO of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) and president of European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA), speaks during a news conference in Brussels, Belgium January 22, 2020. REUTERS/Yves Herman BRUSSELS (Reuters) – Fiat Chrysler’s (FCHA.MI) chief executive Michael Manley said on Wednesday merger talks with Peugeot owner PSA (PEUP.PA) to create the world’s No. 4… Continue reading Fiat Chrysler CEO: Peugeot merger talks progressing well
Toyota to recall 3.4 million vehicles worldwide, air bags may not deploy in crashes
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Toyota Motor Corp (7203.T) said on Tuesday it will recall 3.4 million vehicles worldwide because of an electronic defect that can result in air bags not deploying in crashes. The Toyota logo is seen during the first press day of the Paris auto show, in Paris, France, October 2, 2018. REUTERS/Benoit Tessier… Continue reading Toyota to recall 3.4 million vehicles worldwide, air bags may not deploy in crashes
China’s AutoX raises ‘tens of millions’ of dollars in fundraising
BEIJING — AutoX, a Chinese startup that develops autonomous vehicles, said Monday it had completed its Series pre-B financing round, taking in “tens of millions” of dollars, local tech media 36Kr reported. Shenzhen-based Hongzhao Fund led the round, which concluded at the end of 2019, while Chaoshan Capital and Shenzhen IMT Industry Group also participated.… Continue reading China’s AutoX raises ‘tens of millions’ of dollars in fundraising
Press Releases – Natural and renewable gas: Joint call to accelerate the deployment of refuelling infrastructure
Brussels, 21 January 2020 – The European Biogas Association (EBA), the Natural & bio Gas Vehicle Association (NGVA Europe) and the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) are calling on EU policy makers to accelerate the deployment of infrastructure to deliver natural gas and renewable gas/biomethane across the European Union. Europe needs to trigger a successful… Continue reading Press Releases – Natural and renewable gas: Joint call to accelerate the deployment of refuelling infrastructure