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Autonomous Driving: The BMW-Daimler-Plan – Autoriesen examine close cooperation

BMW Vision iNeXT More than 1,000 engineers are developing the new vehicle on a campus north of Munich. The planned for 2021 electric SUV should dominate the automated driving and at least on motorways for a long time without drivers get along. (Photo: BMW Group / Enes Kucevic) MunichThe rivalry between Daimler and BMW is… Continue reading Autonomous Driving: The BMW-Daimler-Plan – Autoriesen examine close cooperation

Autonomous driving: The BMW-Daimler-Plan cars are testing close cooperation

BMW Vision iNeXT More than 1,000 engineers are developing the new vehicle on a campus north of Munich. The planned for 2021 electric SUV should dominate the automated driving and at least on motorways for a long time without drivers get along. (Photo: BMW Group / Enes Kucevic) MunichThe rivalry between Daimler and BMW is… Continue reading Autonomous driving: The BMW-Daimler-Plan cars are testing close cooperation

Automakers prepare for worst as Brexit looms – Automotive News Europe

Britain would suffer most if it lost free trade with European markets since 80 percent of vehicles assembled in the country are exported, mostly to the European Union. But for Germany the stakes are also high. In 2016, Britain was the largest single export market for German manufacturers, who sold 800,000 new cars there, or… Continue reading Automakers prepare for worst as Brexit looms – Automotive News Europe

Jardine pumps £1m into Bury St Edmunds BMW dealership

Jardine Motors Group has pumped £1m into redeveloping its BMW dealership in Bury St Edmunds. The overhaul has seen Jardine install BMWi and M product presentation stands. Three new technicians are being recruited to bring the headcount to 15. Andrew Maund, head of business at Bury St Edmunds, said: “We are very excited to have… Continue reading Jardine pumps £1m into Bury St Edmunds BMW dealership

Smaller electric SUVs coming from Audi, Mercedes-Benz

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German luxury automakers Audi and Mercedes-Benz plan to be in the vanguard in launching new electric SUVs in 2019.

For the U.S, the long-awaited Audi e-tron quattro is slated to roll out by June, while the Mercedes-Benz EQC is planned to go on sale in early 2020.

Under intense sales pressure from Tesla, the stalwart German brands are not resting on their laurels.

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Both brands are planning to introduce smaller electric SUVs that could both end up at the Geneva auto show in March.

Mercedes is developing a smaller SUV based on an updated version of its B-class hatchback architecture. Called the EQB, the smaller electric model is expected to compete directly with the Audi Q3, BMW X1, and Lexus NX, according to a report in Autocar U.K..

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The EQB will be based on the new GLB SUV, which will include gas and plug-in hybrid models as well as the electric EQB.

It will be slightly larger than Mercedes' existing GLA SUV, as well as somewhat larger than the B-Class Electric Drive (or B250e) that was sold through 2017. The report says the car will have a range of up to 310 miles from a 60-kilowatt-hour battery.

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The plug-in hybrid version is expected to have an electric range of 62 miles, backed up by a 2.0-liter gas engine driving the front wheels. The drive system will use an electric motor housed with the transmission to provide clean power to the front axle, and an electric motor on the rear axle to provide all-wheel drive.

In late 2020, Audi is planning to introduce an electric crossover that's a size smaller than the e-tron quattro, to compete with Tesla's upcoming Model Y small SUV. It's expected, based on various hints from the automaker's executives, to appear at the Geneva auto show and be one of the most “premium” vehicles based on Volkswagen's MEB modular electric-vehicle platform.

UPDATE 5-Tesla cuts jobs as it looks to make Model 3 more affordable

(Reuters) – Tesla Inc said on Friday it would cut thousands of jobs to rein in costs as it plans to increase production of lower-priced versions of its crucial Model 3 sedan, sending its shares down as much as 10 percent. The company, which has struggled to achieve long-term profitability and keep a tight lid… Continue reading UPDATE 5-Tesla cuts jobs as it looks to make Model 3 more affordable

Rolls-Royce Cullinan and Dawn open ski season in Courchevel 1850

Rolls-Royce Cullinan opens ski season to serve clients during winter months
Cullinan will be joined by Dawn in Courchevel 1850
Continued evolution of Rolls-Royce’s innovative Social Hotspot Programme

The marque will return to the spectacular Le Lana Hotel in the key weeks of the European winter sports season (18 February – 10 March).

GOODWOOD, 18-Jan-2019— /EuropaWire/ — Torsten Müller-Ötvös, Chief Executive Officer, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, commented, “Connoisseurs of true luxury visit Courchevel 1850 in the pursuit of memorable experiences. Rolls-Royce understands that these are tenets of true luxury and offers to enrich the lives of our clients by hosting this season-long studio in one of the most revered ski resorts in the world.”

Julian Jenkins, Regional Director, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, adds, “Our presence here is indicative of the marque’s unique approach to connecting with its audience – truly bespoke and a reflection of the brand’s deep understanding of its customers. Furthermore, we are thrilled to have the opportunity to demonstrate that Cullinan is truly Effortless Everywhere in this beautiful and challenging environment.”

The success of The House of Rolls-Royce is built on an intimate understanding of the lifestyles of its patrons. Therefore, the marque fundamentally believes in serving a gentle presence in the world’s most luxurious enclaves, ensuring existing owners and those wishing to learn more about the brand are never without the benefit of a Rolls-Royce.

In this spirit, Rolls-Royce continues to evolve its innovative Social Hotspot programme in 2019 in the highly exclusive Alpine resort of Courchevel 1850. Here, existing and prospective patrons of the marque can experience the remarkable capability of the new Rolls-Royce Cullinan, on-piste and off-piste, as well as Dawn, the brand’s beautiful Drophead Coupé, in an exclusive environment befitting the brand.

Courchevel 1850
The marque will return to the spectacular Le Lana Hotel in the key weeks of the European winter sports season (18 February – 10 March). An exquisite collection of Bespoke motor cars and lifestyle accoutrements will be based in this historic former chalet adjacent to the Bellecôte piste in the globally celebrated ‘Les Troise Vallées’ ski region.

By day, clients can experience Cullinan on and off-road, as well as Dawn, the most social Drophead Coupé ever created. By night, guests are invited to join exclusive gatherings, curated to enlighten and inform, in the company of fellow connoisseurs of true luxury.

For those compelled to begin their Bespoke journey in Courchevel 1850 itself, a Bespoke commissioning suite is situated at the nearby Six Senses Residences. Crafted from local timber by London-based interior design house Morpheus, the remarkable location provides an exquisite setting from which to create a Rolls-Royce motor car alongside the brand’s peerless design team.

In addition, guests of Courchevel 1850’s élite Hôtel Les Airelles will be able to enjoy a chauffeur-driven Cullinan to and from the piste for the duration of the 2019 season.

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Toyota Hilux Takes Toughness to a Higher Level with Historic Dakar Victory

From Britain’s farms and construction sites, to frozen polar wastes, the Toyota Hilux has proved itself a trusted top performer whatever the environment. Now it has gone further in its world-conquering achievements by claiming Toyota’s first victory in the ultra-gruelling Dakar rally. Toyota Gazoo Racing’s modified Hilux led throughout 10 days and more than 3,000… Continue reading Toyota Hilux Takes Toughness to a Higher Level with Historic Dakar Victory

Commodities: Where does cobalt come from for e-car batteries?

For the construction of electric cars Raw materials are needed that come from countries where inhumane working conditions often prevail. Some manufacturers are endeavoring to use fairly mined raw materials. But that’s not easy, as the example of Kobalt shows. A report from Werner Pluta January 18, 2019, 12:02 pm Workers in an artisanal cobalt… Continue reading Commodities: Where does cobalt come from for e-car batteries?

THE HOUSE OF ROLLS-ROYCE CELEBRATES MOST SUCCESSFUL EVER YEAR FOR BESPOKE

Following the House of Rolls-Royce’s recent announcement of the highest annual results in its 115-year history, the marque reflects on some of 2018’s finest examples of Bespoke engineering, design and craftsmanship. Rolls-Royce shuns mass-luxury ‘tick-box’ options in favour of Bespoke creations that no other manufacturer can achieve. 2018 will be remembered as one of the… Continue reading THE HOUSE OF ROLLS-ROYCE CELEBRATES MOST SUCCESSFUL EVER YEAR FOR BESPOKE