Tag: VW

New 2023 Porsche Panamera pictured during winter tests

A prototype version of the new Porsche Panamera has been spotted testing in winter conditions, as the German firm prepares to launch the third-generation model for the end of 2023.  The model, which was not wearing the Porsche badge, was pictured with a solid black exterior paint. Its front-end design is similar to the current… Continue reading New 2023 Porsche Panamera pictured during winter tests

German Handelsblatt: Change of leadership: VW sales manager Zellmer is to become the new Skoda boss004073

Klaus Zellmer, Sales Director of the VW core brand The car manager could lead Skoda in the future. (Photo: bernhardhuber.com) Chair back at Volkswagen: According to insiders, Klaus Zellmer is to become the new Skoda boss. “This is a realistic scenario,” said a person familiar with the events of the news agency Reuters on Friday.… Continue reading German Handelsblatt: Change of leadership: VW sales manager Zellmer is to become the new Skoda boss004073

German Handelsblatt: Project “Software X”: Opel mother Stellantis builds software unit in Rüsselsheim004069

Opel-Stammsitz in Rüsselsheim Mutterkonzern Stellantis will Teile der Softwareentwicklung in Rüsselsheim ansiedeln. (Foto: imago images/Hoffmann) Bei der digitalen Vernetzung seiner Fahrzeuge gilt Opel bisher eher als Nachzügler in der Autoindustrie. Um die Lücke zur Konkurrenz zu schließen, wollen die Hessen aber nun über ihren Mutterkonzern Stellantis das Entwicklungstempo teils um das Zwanzigfache erhöhen. Dafür paktiert der… Continue reading German Handelsblatt: Project “Software X”: Opel mother Stellantis builds software unit in Rüsselsheim004069

German Handelsblatt: Auto industry: Volkswagen Group calls plug-in hybrids into the workshop because of the risk of fire004067

Volkswagen plug-in hybrids have additional heat protection Volkswagen T7 as a plug-in hybrid: The new semi-electric minibus from the Wolfsburg car manufacturer is also subject to the current new recall due to a possible fire hazard. (Photo: imago images/Manfred Segerer) Risk of fire with plug-in hybrids from the Volkswagen Group: As the company confirmed on… Continue reading German Handelsblatt: Auto industry: Volkswagen Group calls plug-in hybrids into the workshop because of the risk of fire004067

Czinger 21C hypercar confirmed for UK debut at Goodwood

New American company Czinger’s debut model, the radical 21C hypercar, will make its UK dynamic debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in June.  The announcement comes as Czinger appoints high-end car dealer HR Owen as the exclusive UK retailer for the 21C and other upcoming Czinger models, ahead of deliveries of the hypercar getting under… Continue reading Czinger 21C hypercar confirmed for UK debut at Goodwood

VW to give its green light for Audi, Porsche to enter F1 – sources, article with gallery

HAMBURG, March 31 (Reuters) – Audi and Porsche owner Volkswagen (VOWG_p.DE) is likely to give the green light for the two brands to make their entry into motor racing’s Formula One at a meeting next week, two sources familiar with the matter said on Thursday. “We will hopefully be able to communicate our intention to… Continue reading VW to give its green light for Audi, Porsche to enter F1 – sources, article with gallery

@Ford: Ford Releases Inaugural Human Rights Report, Increases Climate Risk Disclosure in 2022 Integrated Report As It Transitions to Electric Future

Ford’s second annual Integrated Sustainability and Financial Report marks the company’s 23rd year of sustainability reporting Supplementing the report is a standalone human rights report – a first for Ford and the U.S. auto industry – plus a combined task force on climate-related financial disclosures and climate risk scenario report  Ford’s path toward carbon neutrality… Continue reading @Ford: Ford Releases Inaugural Human Rights Report, Increases Climate Risk Disclosure in 2022 Integrated Report As It Transitions to Electric Future

Alumobility Expands Leadership Team, Names Thomas Rudlaff as Managing Director

“I am thrilled to join Alumobility at a time of tremendous opportunity for the automotive and aluminum industries,” said Thomas Rudlaff, Managing Director, Alumobility. “As automakers continue the transition to electric vehicles, aluminum is the material of choice for lightweighting, allowing vehicles to be more efficient for consumers, and our planet. I look forward to… Continue reading Alumobility Expands Leadership Team, Names Thomas Rudlaff as Managing Director

German Manager Magazin: Swap batteries for electric cars: China relies on battery swaps with Nio and CATL001657

Many years ago, a certain Shai Agassi (53) caused a sensation with an idea. The longtime SAPmanager, who would have liked to have become CEO of the Dax group, wanted to sell replaceable batteries for electric cars with his start-up Better Place from 2008. He even raised $850 million in capital from investors – but… Continue reading German Manager Magazin: Swap batteries for electric cars: China relies on battery swaps with Nio and CATL001657