Speed matters, especially when it comes to the fastest cars in the world. But what manufacturers claim their multi-million pound hypercars are capable of and what they have actually been proven to achieve are two very different things. That’s why this list focuses on recorded times, not the ‘theoretical’ top speed figures. Unless it set… Continue reading The fastest production cars in the world
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British holographics firm plots expansion with £39m investment
British automotive technology developer Envisics is plotting significant global expansion following substantial investment from a number of influential companies. The Milton Keynes-based firm describes itself as an “inventor of enabling dynamic holographic technologies for augmented reality head-up displays“. Its latest system operates using three planes, which is unique in that it gives drivers the perspective… Continue reading British holographics firm plots expansion with £39m investment
New Skoda Octavia vRS to cost from £31,495
The new-generation Skoda Octavia vRS will go on sale in the UK later this month, with prices starting from £31,495. The fourth generation of the Czech firm’s hot hatch and estate will be offered with petrol, diesel and, for the first time, plug-in hybrid powertrains. The conventionally powered models use the same powertrains as their respective Volkswagen Golf GTI… Continue reading New Skoda Octavia vRS to cost from £31,495
Lamborghini records best-ever September sales
Automobili Lamborghini has achieved a record September with 738 units delivered to customers in one month: its best September ever. A consistently positive trend over the last three months resulted in 2,083 units delivered to customers in the third quarter of 2020. Despite a difficult year marked by the Covid-19 pandemic, Lamborghini says it has… Continue reading Lamborghini records best-ever September sales
Skoda enters India’s booming used car market
Skoda Auto India has entered the booming used car market. The car maker has introduced the ‘Certified Pre-Owned’ programme with an exclusive range of handpicked vehicles, which is says are “meticulously assessed by trained professionals, across a comprehensive set of 160-plus points of inspection”. Skoda vehicles bought under the ‘Certified Pre-Owned’ programme will come with… Continue reading Skoda enters India’s booming used car market
Volkswagen eyes 90% electric car sales in Norway next year
By Reuters Staff 2 Min Read FILE PHOTO: People walk past the Volkswagen booth at the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition, or Auto China show, in Beijing, China September 26, 2020. REUTERS/Thomas Peter OSLO (Reuters) – Electric cars will likely make up 90% of Volkswagen AG’s VOWG_p.DE sales in Norway next year and could completely replace… Continue reading Volkswagen eyes 90% electric car sales in Norway next year
Audi India opens new 19-service bay facility in Pune
Audi India has opened a new state-of-the-art service facility in Hinjewadi, Pune. The new service facility houses 12 work bays for mechanical jobs and 7 work bays for body repair jobs. In addition, it houses a paint booth and a wheel alignment and balancing bay. The facility brings together PMGR workshop, bodyshop and a stockyard, all… Continue reading Audi India opens new 19-service bay facility in Pune
Skoda uses AI to further enhance accuracy of car diagnostics
Skoda Auto’s Aftesales department and Skoda Auto DigiLab are trialling a new smartphone app called ‘Sound Analyser’. The app uses artificial intelligence (AI) and helps to quickly and accurately identify the need for any servicing. The program records noises made by the respective vehicle whilst it is running and compares them with stored sound patterns.… Continue reading Skoda uses AI to further enhance accuracy of car diagnostics
Mercedes maps out push to lift profits during electric-car shift – BNN
Mercedes-Benz, which has fixated for years on leading the auto industry in luxury-vehicle sales, will put less emphasis on volume and restructure its operations to be more profitable in the midst of a costly shift to electric cars. Daimler AG’s main division will aim for a return on sales in the mid to high single-digit… Continue reading Mercedes maps out push to lift profits during electric-car shift – BNN
@VW Group: ŠKODA AUTO uses artificial intelligence for even more accurate car diagnostics
Stanislav Pekař, Head of After Sales at ŠKODA AUTO, said, “Sound Analyser is a prime example of the new opportunities digitalisation at ŠKODA can create, even in terms of after sales. We will continue to consistently use artificial intelligence technologies to offer our customers an even more personalised service, thus enhancing the customer experience even… Continue reading @VW Group: ŠKODA AUTO uses artificial intelligence for even more accurate car diagnostics