05 April 2018 #LCVs #Registrations #SMMT News UK new van registrations fall -5.6% in March, with just under 60,000 hitting UK roads. Uplift in demand for smaller vans (1.8%) and pickups (6.8%) fails to offset declines for medium (-2.0%) and heavier (-10.5%) models. More than 94,000 new van registrations in Q1 – dropping -3.7% compared… Continue reading British new van market declines -5.6% in March
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The Groupe Renault is committed to youth employment and training in France
As part of its Mobilize approach, which brings together all of its CSR actions, Groupe Renault develops a corporate sponsorship policy to help build a more inclusive and sustainable society, in particular by promoting access to education and helping young people find their place in the world of work.
Daimler CEO Zetsche on the electric car offensive: “Good for the CO2 balance – but not so good for our consolidated balance sheet”
All articles and backgrounds 05/04/2018 Daimler CEO Zetsche on the electric car offensive “Good for the CO2 balance – but not so good for our consolidated balance sheet” REUTERS Mercedes-Maybach 6: During the shareholder meeting in Berlin shows Daimler strength The billion-euro investment in electric mobility at the Stuttgart carmaker Daimler Show stock market chart… Continue reading Daimler CEO Zetsche on the electric car offensive: “Good for the CO2 balance – but not so good for our consolidated balance sheet”
VW announces supply contracts: Prevent accuses Volkswagen of “serious breach of law”
All articles and backgrounds 05/04/2018 VW announces supply contracts Prevent accuses Volkswagen “serious breach of law” before DPA Prevent in Warmenau near Wolfsburg: The dispute with VW escalates The Prevent Group, which became known mainly through its dispute with Volkswagen, has announced redundancies and short-time work at its sites in Schönheide, Plauen and Stendal. The… Continue reading VW announces supply contracts: Prevent accuses Volkswagen of “serious breach of law”
UK new car market falls -15.7% in March as new ’18 plate hits roads
As predicted, the UK new car market fell in March, down -15.7%, but still the fourth biggest March ever for the sector. Fall in diesel demand continues, down -37.2% compared to same month last year, with AFVs up 5.7% and petrol holding steady at 0.5%. Overall, first quarter down -12.4%, but over 700,000 motorists drive… Continue reading UK new car market falls -15.7% in March as new ’18 plate hits roads
Dieter Zetsche at the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting: “At Daimler, we take advantage of the opportunities that arise from change. That’s why we occupy the top spot today.”
BERLIN, April 5, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — 2017 was the most successful year in the company’s history Daimler is undergoing the greatest transformation in its history with a focus on five strategic areas Shareholders vote on highest-ever dividend of €3.65 per share to date Changes in the Supervisory Board “Daimler AG mastered many challenges extremely well… Continue reading Dieter Zetsche at the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting: “At Daimler, we take advantage of the opportunities that arise from change. That’s why we occupy the top spot today.”
Alibaba is preparing to invest in Grab
Fresh from announcing a deal to buy out Uber in Southeast Asia, Grab looks set to gain further firepower with Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba preparing to invest in the ride-hailing firm. Alibaba is in the early stages of making an investment in Grab, two sources with knowledge of discussions told TechCrunch. Isn’t yet clear what… Continue reading Alibaba is preparing to invest in Grab
Annual General Meeting: Despite record numbers – Zetsche is facing new diesel debate
All articles and backgrounds 05/04/2018 Annual General Meeting Despite record numbers – Zetsche is facing a new diesel debate Daimler The carmaker Daimler Show stock market chart can present its shareholders with record numbers at the AGM this Thursday (starting at 10:00 am in Berlin) and still has to expect headwinds again. shareholder representatives have… Continue reading Annual General Meeting: Despite record numbers – Zetsche is facing new diesel debate
March 30 Change in Organisation and Personnel
New Name Previous Department General Manager,East Japan Marketing Department Kazunori Mochizuki Group Manager,Kanto Group,Domestic Marketing Department General Manager,West Japan Marketing Department Naoki Nakae President,Suzuki Motor Sales Nagano Inc. Chairman,Suzuki Motor Sales Tokyo Inc. Minoru Komiya President,Suzuki Motor Sales Minami Tokyo Inc. Concurrently serve as President,Suzuki Arena Akita Chuo Inc. Takashi Saito President,Suzuki Motor Sales Yamagata… Continue reading March 30 Change in Organisation and Personnel
Vauxhall owner hands boost to Luton plant
The owner of Vauxhall says its Luton plant will make the new Opel/Vauxhall Vivaro vehicle in a decision that will safeguard 1,400 jobs. The new Vivaro van replaces the current model from 2019 and the plant’s capacity is expected to increase to 100,000 vehicles a year. PSA Group, which owns Vauxhall, did not say how… Continue reading Vauxhall owner hands boost to Luton plant