Brussels, 31 March 2020 – The jobs of at least 1,110,107 Europeans working in automobile manufacturing are affected by factory shutdowns as a result of the COVID-19 crisis, according to data compiled by the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA). This figure only refers to those people directly employed by car, truck, van and bus manufacturers… Continue reading Press Releases – COVID-19: Jobs of over 1.1 million EU automobile workers affected so far, data shows
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EU antitrust regulators quiz Daimler, others after failed Nokia talks
* Tech companies, automakers fighting over access to patents, fees * Standard essential patents key to internet-linked devices * Protecting Europe’s technological sovereignty vs other sectors By Foo Yun Chee BRUSSELS, March 31 (Reuters) – EU antitrust regulators are asking Daimler, Continental and other car parts suppliers for details of failed mediation talks with Nokia,… Continue reading EU antitrust regulators quiz Daimler, others after failed Nokia talks
@Daimler: Mercedes-Benz eCitaro: Mit schnellen Schritten auf dem Weg zur Ablösung des Dieselmotors
Mercedes-Benz eCitaro: Mit schnellen Schritten auf dem Weg zur Ablösung des Dieselmotors SWEG: mehr als 400 Omnibusse, Schwerpunkt auf Umweltschonung und Sicherheit Das Verkehrsunternehmen SWEG mit Hauptsitz in Lahr/Schwarzwald wird den ersten Mercedes-Benz eCitaro REX (Range Extender) aus der Serienproduktion auf die Straße bringen. Eine entsprechende Absichtserklärung haben die SWEG und Daimler Buses heute unterzeichnet.… Continue reading @Daimler: Mercedes-Benz eCitaro: Mit schnellen Schritten auf dem Weg zur Ablösung des Dieselmotors
@McLaren: A consortium of significant UK industrial, technology and engineering businesses from across the aerospace, automotive and medical sectors, has come together to produce medical ventilators for the UK.
A consortium of significant UK industrial, technology and engineering businesses from across the aerospace, automotive and medical sectors, has come together to produce medical ventilators for the UK. The VentilatorChallengeUK Consortium (“the consortium”) is led by Dick Elsy, CEO of High Value Manufacturing Catapult, a group of manufacturing research centres in the UK. Over the… Continue reading @McLaren: A consortium of significant UK industrial, technology and engineering businesses from across the aerospace, automotive and medical sectors, has come together to produce medical ventilators for the UK.
Interview with PSA CEO Carlos Tavares – view – The KXAN 36 News
The Portuguese Carlos Tavares (61), Chairman of the Board of the French PSA group, is regarded as the Superstar of the auto industry, since he saved Citroën DS, Peugeot and Opel from delicate situations, and has his PSA group profit margins, the Champion performs. To be concentrated at the beginning of this year, the China… Continue reading Interview with PSA CEO Carlos Tavares – view – The KXAN 36 News
Coronavirus: a month off for the German automobile
The first German industry is at a standstill. One after the other, the major German car manufacturers have announced the closure of their assembly lines. A high social risk maneuver in a sector on which more than 840,000 jobs depend. Initially, 200,000 people are put on compulsory leave or invited to use their “time credit”.… Continue reading Coronavirus: a month off for the German automobile
Q&A: Mercedes CEO on EV strategy, F1, Smart and more
Will there be an electric G-Class? “The G-Wagen seems to transcend all segments. It’s its own company, almost. But yes, the G-Wagen will go electric in a few years.” Will you keep your connection with Formula 1? “As you know, negotiations are proceeding right now over the framework of a new F1 agreement for the… Continue reading Q&A: Mercedes CEO on EV strategy, F1, Smart and more
Mercedes-Benz offers its 3D printing expertise for production of medical equipment
German automaker Mercedes-Benz has offered its support with the production of medical equipment. With the aid of 3D printers, individual components can be produced that are urgently needed in medical technology as a result of the current COVID-19 pandemic. “With our highly competent team and years of experience in 3D printing technology, we are ready… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz offers its 3D printing expertise for production of medical equipment
Daimler CEO on ‘balancing act’ to protect company – BBC News
Ola Kallenius, the CEO of Daimler says the health and safety of staff and health of the company are his priorities. He told Hardtalk’s Stephen Sackur: “We are going through a balancing act. We have not turned off the company completely. We have stopped many of our production operations and we have stopped also some… Continue reading Daimler CEO on ‘balancing act’ to protect company – BBC News
@Daimler: Mercedes-Benz offers support with the production of medical equipment
Mercedes-Benz is ready: The COVID-19 pandemic is affecting everyone. Especially in times like these, it is important for Mercedes-Benz to meet its social responsibilities. The Group has therefore offered its support with the production of medical equipment. With the aid of 3D printers, individual components can be produced that are urgently needed in medical technology… Continue reading @Daimler: Mercedes-Benz offers support with the production of medical equipment