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European automakers slash EV prices while raising ICE models

Volkswagen ID.3 GTX FIRE+ICE (Source: Volkswagen) European automakers are reducing prices on EVs while raising prices on their ICE models, all in hopes of avoiding hefty fines as the European Union’s new emissions rules tighten at the beginning of 2025. On January 1, the EU will drastically lower its cap on automotive CO2 emissions, meaning… Continue reading European automakers slash EV prices while raising ICE models

Germany’s auto giants were already reeling. Now Trump wants to turn them into American companies

Republican Presidential candidate, former U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to attendees during a campaign rally at the Johnny Mercer Theatre on September 24, 2024 in Savannah, Georgia. Brandon Bell | Getty Images President-elect Donald Trump‘s pledge to impose a blanket tariff on all goods coming into the U.S. could wreak havoc for European carmakers, with… Continue reading Germany’s auto giants were already reeling. Now Trump wants to turn them into American companies

@VW Group: Audi Sport customer teams close season with remarkable results009673

Audi Sport customer racing has concluded a challenging season with convincing results. The brand’s customer teams won 206 of 734 races worldwide, achieving a success rate of 28.1 percent. Two overall victories in 24-hour races in Germany and the United Arab Emirates as well as a 12-hour overall victory crown the season of the customers.… Continue reading @VW Group: Audi Sport customer teams close season with remarkable results009673

German FAZ: Every fifth board position is occupied by a woman008396

The proportion of women in top management of the largest German stock exchange companies has reached an all-time high. For the first time, more than a quarter (25.7 percent) of the board members in the 40 DAX companies are female, as an analysis by the organization “Women on Supervisory Boards” (Fidar), which is available to… Continue reading German FAZ: Every fifth board position is occupied by a woman008396

German Manager Magazine: Mercedes receives approval for automated driving up to 95 km/h003832

Mercedes-Benz has in Germany received approval for automated driving at up to 95 kilometers per hour. The Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) has approved a further developed system with which the Mercedes top models S-Class and EQS can drive independently at speeds of up to 95 kilometers per hour. However, the new permit only applies… Continue reading German Manager Magazine: Mercedes receives approval for automated driving up to 95 km/h003832

HERE Technologies brings AI-powered mapping and software-defined vehicle innovations to CES 2025 after milestone year

Cutting-edge industry solutions and AI innovations from the leader in digital mapping for enterprises take center stage at CES 2025 Vision for HERE’s next generation “live” map to be showcased for automotive, mobility and logistics companies Amsterdam – HERE Technologies, the global leader in digital mapping and location technology, is set to showcase the company’s… Continue reading HERE Technologies brings AI-powered mapping and software-defined vehicle innovations to CES 2025 after milestone year

German Manager Magazine: Proportion of women on DAX boards at a record high: equality in top management is making progress003831

The proportion of women in top management of the largest German stock exchange groups has reached an all-time high. For the first time, more than a quarter (25.7 percent) of the board members in the 40 DAX companies are female, as an analysis by the organization “Women on Supervisory Boards” (Fidar), which is available to… Continue reading German Manager Magazine: Proportion of women on DAX boards at a record high: equality in top management is making progress003831