Munich. Domagoj Dukec, responsible for design across the BMW brand since spring 2019, has reshuffled his team. He will be assisted by a line-up of experienced designers with many years of expertise, who will also steer the BMW M and BMW i sub-brands under his leadership. “I’m very excited about the future focus of our… Continue reading BMW Design keeps its eye on the future with new appointments.
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BMW Group sales continue positive trend in August
Munich. BMW Group sales continued their positive trend in August: Worldwide deliveries were up 4.4% on the same month last year, with a total of 181,126 premium BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce vehicles sold. This brings the company’s total sales for the year to date to 1,617,512 units (+1.3%), in a volatile global market environment. “This… Continue reading BMW Group sales continue positive trend in August
Kia Motors Invests in IONITY to Democratize High-Power EV Charging Network
Kia Motors Company alongside Hyundai Motor Company today announced its investment into IONITY, a joint venture established by global automakers. Under the agreement Kia and Hyundai, affiliated automotive companies for Hyundai Motor Group (the Group), will play a key role in further enhancing the availability of EV charging stations with additional convenience benefits for its… Continue reading Kia Motors Invests in IONITY to Democratize High-Power EV Charging Network
Byton Set To Unveil Production M-Byte At Frankfurt
It’s show time For Byton Next week at the Frankfurt Motor Show (IAA), Byton will formally introduce the production version of its all-electric SUV, the M-Byte. Byton News I’ve been keeping a close eye on Byton since they made their world debut at CES 2018. I was there at the time to talk with their… Continue reading Byton Set To Unveil Production M-Byte At Frankfurt
Ford to unveil new Puma SUV at Frankfurt auto show that probably won't be sold in US
CLOSE The interior of the EQ concept luxury sedan Mercedes will show at the 2019 Frankfurt auto show is airy and elegant. (Photo: Daimler AG – Global Communications, Mercedes-Benz Cars) Electric vehicles and SUVs will dominate the massive Frankfurt auto show in Germany Sept. 12-22, as Europe’s new car season begins. Like all major auto… Continue reading Ford to unveil new Puma SUV at Frankfurt auto show that probably won't be sold in US
Rumor Mill: MINI Developing Traveller MPV In ICE, PHEV & BEV Version
MINI Traveller MPV is expected in around three years, including a plug-in hybrid. An all-electric version will follow. According to the most recent rumors, MINI plans to revive the Traveller model turning it into a modern, compact, 5-seat MPV. The MINI Traveller might become the most practical MINI when it hits the market in 2023 (with… Continue reading Rumor Mill: MINI Developing Traveller MPV In ICE, PHEV & BEV Version
Press Releases – ACEA appoints new Director General
Brussels, 6 September 2019 – The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Eric-Mark Huitema as its new Director General, with effect on 1 October. Mr Huitema will succeed Erik Jonnaert, who is stepping down as Secretary General after six years at the helm of the association, which represents the… Continue reading Press Releases – ACEA appoints new Director General
BMW labor chief says he expects global demand to recover
Elisabeth Behrmann, Bloomberg Published 9:28 a.m. ET Sept. 5, 2019 | Updated 9:31 a.m. ET Sept. 5, 2019 BMW AG’s top labor representative is batting away gloomy predictions for the industry, saying he expects global demand to recover and the luxury carmaker’s output to jump by as much as a fifth over the next few… Continue reading BMW labor chief says he expects global demand to recover
Volkswagen exec reaffirms commitment to diesel: ‘Now it is absolutely clean’ – Teslarati
By Simon Alvarez Posted on August 14, 2019 Recent comments from a Volkswagen executive suggests that the German automaker is not yet ready to fully let go of diesel-powered vehicles. The comments, which were related by Sebastian Willmann, Head of Diesel Engine Development at VW, were published by the veteran carmaker in a blog post… Continue reading Volkswagen exec reaffirms commitment to diesel: ‘Now it is absolutely clean’ – Teslarati
Volkswagen: Prosecutors will soon decide on charges against VW boss Herbert Diess
Herbert dies If there is an indictment against him, it would leave more than just scratches on his person. (Photo: imago images / Sven Simon) Dusseldorf The step of the authority surprised everyone in the Volkswagen Group, And he marked the blackest hour in the history of the car manufacturer. It was the 9/18/2015, and… Continue reading Volkswagen: Prosecutors will soon decide on charges against VW boss Herbert Diess