July 23, 2018 In China, where the future of the car is looking more and more electric, newcomers to the auto industry are looking for partners to help them build their vehicles. Enter Canadian auto supplier Magna International which aims to spearhead a shift to contract vehicle manufacturing through its new partnership with state-owned Chinese… Continue reading Magna-BAIC deal raises prospects for an ‘automotive Foxconn’ in China
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Pininfarina PFO Electric Hypercar Will Reach Top Speed Of 250 MPH: Will It Beat The Tesla Roadster?
The Pininfarina PFO electric hypercar will feature a top speed of 250 miles per hour, a zero to 60 miles per hour time faster than 2 seconds, and a range of 300 miles. Will it beat the new Tesla Roadster? ( Automobil Pininfarina ) The Pininfarina PFO electric hypercar, a Tesla Roadster challenger that is… Continue reading Pininfarina PFO Electric Hypercar Will Reach Top Speed Of 250 MPH: Will It Beat The Tesla Roadster?
VinFast, Vietnamese builder, will be at the World
VinFast, a new manufacturer on the automotive world, has chosen the Paris scene for its first international show. He will present two models and his ambitions. Except in China, the creation of a new manufacturer has become rare and quite difficult. Attempts have been regular and the example of Qoros is back in the lead.… Continue reading VinFast, Vietnamese builder, will be at the World
Chelsea Truck Company: The car firm made in Chelsea
The King’s Road in west London is overrun with fearsomely expensive boutiques and exclusive restaurants. It has long been the epicentre of London’s fashion elite, a sort of elongated headquarters for the city’s trendsetters. It is a haven for supercar spotters too. Lamborghini Huracáns are part of the furniture along here. But for all of… Continue reading Chelsea Truck Company: The car firm made in Chelsea
VinFast cars enjoy intellectual property protection in EU
HÀ NỘI — The European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) has granted certification of intellectual protection to two models of sedan and SUV cars produced by VinFast Manufacturing and Trading Company Limited (VinFast). The initial term of protection is five years and can be extended four times. This means during the total protection period of… Continue reading VinFast cars enjoy intellectual property protection in EU
BMW talks up UK commitment but quietly expands Dutch site
The BMW logo is seen on a vehicle at the New York Auto Show in New YorkThomson Reuters By Sarah Young and Edward Taylor LONDON/FRANKFURT (Reuters) – BMW said it is not considering moving production out of Britain because of Brexit, although the carmaker has cut its dependence on its Oxford car plant by quietly… Continue reading BMW talks up UK commitment but quietly expands Dutch site
Mahindra launches the All-New TUV300 PLUS
Mahindra launches the All-New TUV300 PLUS With the powerful mHAWKD120 engine,a luxurious 9-seater configuration and premium interiorsAttractively priced at Rs 9.47 lakh (ex-showroom Mumbai) SYNOPSIS: The new TUV300 PLUS is: Targeted at discerning customers who are looking to upgrade their lifestyle and don’t want to settle for the ordinary. Plus on Power with the proven… Continue reading Mahindra launches the All-New TUV300 PLUS
Magna to Jointly Engineer and Build Premium Electric Vehicles for Customers in China
Forming two Joint Ventures with Beijing Electric Vehicle Co.Facility can support up to 180,000 annual vehicle capacityJV is capable of supporting the needs of additional customersSHANGHAI, China, June 18, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Magna today announced its intention to form two new joint ventures with Beijing Electric Vehicle Co. Ltd (BJEV) for complete vehicle manufacturing… Continue reading Magna to Jointly Engineer and Build Premium Electric Vehicles for Customers in China
Technology Game Changer: Magna’s 48-Volt Transfer Case Leads Array of CO2-Fighting Products
One of the auto industry’s first 48-volt mild-hybrid transfer casesAchieves up to 10% CO2 savings compared to a two-wheel drive systemCan be easily integrated into existing drivetrainsSAILAUF, Germany, June 14, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Magna is on the fast track to vehicle electrification. With its all-new industry-leading 48-volt transfer case and an array of other… Continue reading Technology Game Changer: Magna’s 48-Volt Transfer Case Leads Array of CO2-Fighting Products
Magna Develops Comfort+ Door Latch to Improve Door Quality and Cabin Quietness
Reduces effort needed to open and close a car door by 40-60 percentAllows increased sealing to create a quieter cabin – a key factor in driver satisfaction ratingsWill enter the market on future models with a European automakerAURORA, Ontario, May 23, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — For automakers, two key customer satisfaction considerations are the feel… Continue reading Magna Develops Comfort+ Door Latch to Improve Door Quality and Cabin Quietness