A paradox: it’s at the Detroit auto show, where a whole bunch of new 4x4s and other pickups are presented, that the builders say a little more about their situation in front of them. at the famous European “CO2 wall” . While Brussels has set relatively restrictive standards for 2021, the CEO Mercedes owner Daimler… Continue reading Automobile: the CO2 wall catches the builders
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Ferrari SUV confirmed for late 2019: fastest SUV crown targeted
Fiat Chrysler boss Sergio Marchionne has said the Ferrari SUV could be ready by 2019 – and claimed it will be the fastest vehicle of its type. The colourful CEO initially indicated his intention to build an SUV – or FUV (Ferrari Utility Vehicle) in November 2017 and has since seen Lamborghini enter the market by… Continue reading Ferrari SUV confirmed for late 2019: fastest SUV crown targeted
Detroit Auto Show: Firms bet on trucks to boost US sales
Carmakers are focusing on pickup trucks and SUVs as they seek to counter falling sales in the US. Sales of new vehicles in the world’s second-largest market dropped 2% last year to 17.2 million, the first fall since 2009. This year is expected to see another fall in sales, so carmakers are focusing on the… Continue reading Detroit Auto Show: Firms bet on trucks to boost US sales
BMW Group acquires Parkmobile, LLC to become world’s leading provider of digital parking solutions
Munich. The BMW Group has acquired Parkmobile, LLC, the largest provider of mobile parking services in North America, in January 2018, making the BMW Group the leading international provider of digital parking solutions. With its corporate strategy NUMBER ONE > NEXT, the BMW Group is firmly focused on the mobility of the future and investing… Continue reading BMW Group acquires Parkmobile, LLC to become world’s leading provider of digital parking solutions
Electromobility driver at car manufacturers: These men trim German carmakers on electric
All articles and backgrounds 01/16/2018 Electromobility driver at car manufacturers These men trim German carmakers on electric AUDI Audi e-tron quattro: The electric SUV comes in 2018 to the dealers Germany’s automakers are facing a feat of strength this year: they need to invest a lot of money to make their electric car announcements come… Continue reading Electromobility driver at car manufacturers: These men trim German carmakers on electric
Cadillac Reprises Role as GM’s Chosen Brand for High-Tech Entrée
As Cadillac begins what could be its best-ever global sales year, the brand is also going to reclaim its historic role as General Motors Co.’s high-tech line. Powered by rapid growth in China, GM believes the brand is now a good place to debut new electric and even self-driving vehicles starting in the next decade,… Continue reading Cadillac Reprises Role as GM’s Chosen Brand for High-Tech Entrée
Ferrari SUV must look and drive like a Ferrari, says Marchionne
Fiat Chrysler boss Sergio Marchionne has reconfirmed his plans to build a Ferrari SUV – but reassured fans it will not dilute the brand’s DNA. The colourful CEO initially indicated his intention to build an SUV – or FUV (Ferrari Utility Vehicle) in November 2017 and has since seen Lamborghini enter the market by launching… Continue reading Ferrari SUV must look and drive like a Ferrari, says Marchionne
AT CES®, FAURECIA EQUIPS BYTON’S CONCEPT CAR
CES 2018 – Startup Byton, one of the new Chinese automotive players specialized in electric cars, caused a stir by revealing a first concept vehicle with a full cockpit designed by Faurecia The concept is an electric crossover which is expected to debut on the Chinese market in 2019, before going on sale in the… Continue reading AT CES®, FAURECIA EQUIPS BYTON’S CONCEPT CAR
BMW Group Press Conference, North American International Auto Show, NAIAS Detroit 2018
And we expect more than 20% of US 5 Series sales in 2018 will be Plug-in-Electric Hybrids With increased customer demand for our electrified models, the US plays a vital role in our global electrification strategy. To keep the momentum going, the new and updated 2018 BMW i8 Coupe here on stage makes its World… Continue reading BMW Group Press Conference, North American International Auto Show, NAIAS Detroit 2018
New acquisition for D’Ieteren
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