CEO on e-course With concept cars like the EQ, Daimler has already demonstrated how it envisions the electric future. CEO Zetsche seems satisfied. (Photo: Reuters) Daimler builds the first compact model his new electric car brand EQ in the smart plant in Hambach, France, and is investing around 500 million euros. “We are continuing our… Continue reading Mercedes EQ: Daimler’s electric future model is to be built in France
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UPDATE 1-Mercedes-Benz to make Tesla-rivalling electric compact car
FRANKFURT (Reuters) – Daimler (DAIGn.DE) will invest 500 million euros ($589 million) in Hambach, France, to start producing a small compact electric Mercedes-Benz in addition to its electric cars currently manufactured there for the Smart brand. FILE PHOTO: A Mercedes-Benz Concept EQA is displayed at the Las Vegas Convention Center during the 2018 CES in… Continue reading UPDATE 1-Mercedes-Benz to make Tesla-rivalling electric compact car
BMW X5 confirmed for arrival later this year with 7 Series architecture
BMW‘s next-generation X5 and X5 M models are being tested on public roads in Scandinavia, as the brand puts the finishing touches to its Porsche Cayenne-rivalling model range. BMW boss Harald Krüger confirmed at the brand’s Annual General Meeting that the X5 will arrive later this year; an October launch is anticipated Our spy photographers laid eyes on a new… Continue reading BMW X5 confirmed for arrival later this year with 7 Series architecture
Mercedes-Benz starts the production of the new G-Class in Graz (Austria)
Posted 05/18/2018 11: 39: 23CET STUTTGART (GERMANY), 18 May. (EUROPA PRESS) – The Mercedes-Benz automotive company has started production of the new G-Class at the Magma Steyr factory in Graz, Austria, where this model has been produced since 1979, the company announced in a statement. As Mercedes-Benz points out, the proximity between the subsidiary of… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz starts the production of the new G-Class in Graz (Austria)
Press Releases – Auto industry supports wide array of vehicle safety measures proposed by European Commission
Brussels, 18 May 2018 – The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) welcomes yesterday’s Commission proposal to further improve vehicle safety, while stressing that some proposed measures will require further review to ensure a focus on the most effective solutions with the strongest positive outcome. “ACEA members acknowledge the importance of including additional safety features in… Continue reading Press Releases – Auto industry supports wide array of vehicle safety measures proposed by European Commission
Genesis boss: UK will be ‘main target’ in 2020 European launch
The UK will be the main target of Genesis when the marque is launched in Europe in 2020, according to brand boss Manfred Fitzgerald. Hyundai’s luxury arm launched as a brand in its own right in 2016, focusing on US and Asian markets but with the expectation that it would eventually arrive in Europe. However,… Continue reading Genesis boss: UK will be ‘main target’ in 2020 European launch
Analysis: Are car makers ready for WLTP?
Car makers are ramping up their efforts to ensure they are ready for the roll-out of tougher new emissions tests, which must be undertaken by all new cars from 1 September. After that date, the Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) will apply to all new type approvals for cars. The test is designed… Continue reading Analysis: Are car makers ready for WLTP?
Mercedes to restart Alabama SUV plant next week after parts shortage
(Reuters) – Daimler AG’s (DAIGn.DE) Mercedes-Benz SUV plant in Alabama will resume production next week, the company said on Thursday, after being down this week because of parts shortages caused by a fire at a key supplier. The Mercedes-Benz logo is seen before the company’s annual news conference in Stuttgart, Germany, February 4, 2016. REUTERS/Michaela… Continue reading Mercedes to restart Alabama SUV plant next week after parts shortage
BMW makes less sales, but more profit
More cars sold, but less sales: BMW felt the high euro exchange rate in the first quarter. Nevertheless, the car company was able to increase the profit slightly. BMW headquarters in Munich Friday, 05/04/2018 10:47 There were no good conditions for the start of the year BMW, The strong euro and high costs for models… Continue reading BMW makes less sales, but more profit
Aston Martin hires former Bugatti exterior designer amid performance boost plans
Aston Martin’s shift towards becoming a brand of higher-performance models has taken another step forward with its hiring of former Bugatti employee Tobias Sühlmann as exterior design boss. Sühlmann, who has worked for Mercedes, the PSA Group and Volkswagen before moving to hypercar-maker Bugatti as its exterior creative development boss, arrives at a time Aston… Continue reading Aston Martin hires former Bugatti exterior designer amid performance boost plans