NASHVILLE, Tenn., April 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Bridgestone Americas (Bridgestone) has announced plans to restart its North American commercial tire plants as well as its North American Firestone Industrial Products and Firestone Building Products manufacturing facilities on April 13. The company’s start-up plans reflect the performance trend in several key areas of its commercial and diversified products… Continue reading Bridgestone Americas Announces Restart of Commercial Tire and Diversified Products Operations in North America
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Continental Compiles European Breakdown Regulations and Emergency Procedures for Trucks
Every country has different emergency protocols and regulations Guidelines help drivers and fleet managers get assistance fast in an emergency Conti360° breakdown service network in 37 European countries helps keep important supply chains up and running Hanover, April 9, 2020. A breakdown is a troublesome event for truck and bus drivers – and one where… Continue reading Continental Compiles European Breakdown Regulations and Emergency Procedures for Trucks
Press Releases – Corona crisis: almost 1.5 million vehicles in production losses for European auto makers
Brussels, 9 April 2020 – Factory shutdowns as a result of the COVID-19 crisis have resulted in lost production amounting to 1,465,415 motor vehicles to date, according to new figures published by the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA). This figure – covering passenger cars, trucks, vans, buses and coaches – is up from 1.2 million… Continue reading Press Releases – Corona crisis: almost 1.5 million vehicles in production losses for European auto makers
India’s TVS in talks to buy British motorcycle brand Norton
The 122-year-old Norton Motorcycles ran out of cash in January and failed to pay taxes. Norton’s last owner, Stuart Garner, with business interests in real estate and hospitality, had acquired the legacy brand in 2008. “Norton is in the liquidation stage currently and the administration in the UK plans to sell off the brand, its… Continue reading India’s TVS in talks to buy British motorcycle brand Norton
@Hyundai: Kia Soul EV and Telluride win 2020 World Car Awards
Kia Telluride SUV crowned World Car of the YearKia Soul EV electric crossover named World Urban CarSEOUL, South Korea, April 08, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Kia Motors Corporation has won big at the 2020 World Car Awards with the Telluride named ‘World Car of the Year’ and the Soul EV ‘World Urban Car.’The Kia Telluride… Continue reading @Hyundai: Kia Soul EV and Telluride win 2020 World Car Awards
Haval, Avtotor to resume cars production
MOSCOW, April 8. /TASS/. The China's Haval plant in Tula has resumed production of cars today, the company's press service told TASS on Wednesday.
“Haval resumes operation of its plant in Tula from today. We provide unprecedented safety measures for our employees, clients and partners in view of the coronavirus pandemic,” the press service said.
The Kaliningrad-based Avtotor will resume production of cars from April 13, the corporate press service said.
“We inform that production at Avtotor enterprises will restart from April 13,” the company said. Avtotor is producing BMW, KIA, and Hyundai branded cars.
@VW Group: Clear rules to protect employees
For the resumption of production at Volkswagen, health takes priority over speed. For this reason, company management and the General Works Council have laid down clear rules and measures for the protection of employees in a works agreement. Volkswagen HR Board Member Gunnar Kilian says: “We are taking comprehensive precautions so that our employees can… Continue reading @VW Group: Clear rules to protect employees
@VW Group: Corona pandemic: Volkswagen donates one million euros for immediate aid and emergency relief in refugee camps
The Volkswagen Group is donating one million euros for immediate aid and emergency relief for refugees in Syria, Turkey and Greece menaced by the corona pandemic. The funds will be given to the German Red Cross (DRK), which is organizing and implementing support locally together with the national Red Cross and Red Crescent organizations. Volkswagen… Continue reading @VW Group: Corona pandemic: Volkswagen donates one million euros for immediate aid and emergency relief in refugee camps
@VW Group: Porsche gives employees a voluntary bonus in the success year 2019
The Porsche Newsroom is a service provided by the Porsche Communication for journalists, bloggers and the online community. © 2020 Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG * Data determined in accordance with the measurement method required by law. Since 1 September 2017 certain new cars have been type approved in accordance with the Worldwide Harmonised Light… Continue reading @VW Group: Porsche gives employees a voluntary bonus in the success year 2019
@Tata-JLR: JAGUAR AND LAND ROVER CORONAVIRUS SUPPORT: DELIVERY OF 3D-PRINTED VISORS BEGINS AND MORE THAN 300 VEHICLES DEPLOYED GLOBALLY TO SUPPORT EMERGENCY RESPONSE
Jaguar and Land Rover vehicle loans in detail: UK – 210 (164 to British Red Cross, 46 to other frontline services) Spain – 18 to Spanish Red Cross Australia – 28 to Australian Red Cross South Africa – 11 to South African Red Cross Brazil – 7 to Brazilian Red Cross Canada – 2 to… Continue reading @Tata-JLR: JAGUAR AND LAND ROVER CORONAVIRUS SUPPORT: DELIVERY OF 3D-PRINTED VISORS BEGINS AND MORE THAN 300 VEHICLES DEPLOYED GLOBALLY TO SUPPORT EMERGENCY RESPONSE