VW vows to defend Europe crown in fightback against Chinese EVs

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Hyundai Mobis Reveals Strategy to be a Global Top 3 Supplier at IAA Mobility

Hyundai Mobis used the global platform of IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, Germany to unveil its vision for innovative technologies that will lead the future mobility market, reaffirming its goal of becoming a global top 3 automotive supplier. The company ranks sixth on the list of the Top 100 Global Suppliers announced by Automotive News.… Continue reading Hyundai Mobis Reveals Strategy to be a Global Top 3 Supplier at IAA Mobility

Qualcomm and Harman Join Forces to Advance Generative AI in Automotive

Today’s drivers expect vehicles to update, adapt, and evolve like their smartphones, yet cars often still behave like legacy machines. To help close that gap, Qualcomm Technologies and Harman have announced a collaboration to deliver next-level cockpit solutions that accelerate the consumer-tech transformation of the automotive industry. The strategic initiative pairs Harman’s market-ready automotive product… Continue reading Qualcomm and Harman Join Forces to Advance Generative AI in Automotive

Brose Sitech Acquires Proseat Group to Expand Vehicle Seating Portfolio

Brose Sitech has announced the successful completion of the acquisition of the Proseat Group, which produces and develops polyurethane foam, interior, and lightweight components for the automotive sector. Proseat, based in Morfelden-Walldorf near Frankfurt am Main, is one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of foam and lightweight car seat components made of expanded polypropylene (EPP). The… Continue reading Brose Sitech Acquires Proseat Group to Expand Vehicle Seating Portfolio

Europe’s hotly contested ban on new gasoline cars is back in the spotlight

Visitors attend the booth of German car producer Volkswagen Group on the opening day of the IAA MOBILITY 2025 automobile fair on September 09, 2025 in Munich, Germany. Johannes Simon | Getty Images News | Getty Images Europe’s ban on the sale of new diesel and gasoline cars and vans from 2035 has been thrust… Continue reading Europe’s hotly contested ban on new gasoline cars is back in the spotlight

Transaid: transforming road safety and health in Africa

Transaid is an international development organisation that has been a vital part of the road transport landscape for many years and is strongly supported by the wider industry. Founded by Save the Children, The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT), and its Patron, HRH The Princess Royal, the charity works with communities, partners, and… Continue reading Transaid: transforming road safety and health in Africa

@VW Group: Lunch with a legend: Laurin Heinrich meets Henri Pescarolo010586

A Slate Grey Neo Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet turns into a long, wide, sun-baked gravel driveway, leading towards a rustic converted farmhouse. At the wheel is Porsche driver Laurin Heinrich, who has made the once-in-a-lifetime trip to meet a fellow racer. His host for the day had a career that most can only dream of… Continue reading @VW Group: Lunch with a legend: Laurin Heinrich meets Henri Pescarolo010586