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
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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
Ineos Automotive reveals its Defender-like Grenadier SUV in greater detail – Forma car News
Ineos Automotive has revealed some of the principal specs of its upcoming Grenadier SUV, which openly takes after the Land Rover Defender classics. Four years ago, just as the first-gen Defender went out of production, Ineos CEO Jim Ratcliffe contacted Jaguar Land Rover asking to buy the production rights. Facing refusal, he decided to design… Continue reading Ineos Automotive reveals its Defender-like Grenadier SUV in greater detail – Forma car News
EDAG develops crash proof aluminium alloy for 3D printing
EDAG Group, the leading engineering service provider believes additive production has huge undisputed potential for revolutionising the production of the future and at the same time achieving new dimensions for lightweight construction. At present, the aluminium alloys available do not yet fulfil the high demands required for them to be suitable for use in the… Continue reading EDAG develops crash proof aluminium alloy for 3D printing
Daimler Seeks Over $11 Billion Credit Line to Weather Crisis
Daimler AG is in talks with banks over arranging a new credit facility of at least 10 billion euros ($11 billion) to help it navigate the fallout from the coronavirus pandemic, according to people familiar with the matter.
Daimler CEO Says Automaker Has No Need For State Aid – CarScoops
Unlike some carmakers, Daimler is currently not in need of additional funds, and therefore will not apply for state aid, despite having to halt production at its major plants in Europe recently. “Daimler currently has no need for state aid. Generally speaking, the industry had a very good order intake before the crisis,” said company… Continue reading Daimler CEO Says Automaker Has No Need For State Aid – CarScoops