Volkswagen: VW core brand reorganizes dealer network

VW The Volkswagen Group brand VW Passenger wants to create new opportunities for the trading partners. (Photo: AP) The Volkswagen-Konzernmarke VW Passenger Cars is re-launching its dealer network in Europe with a focus on e-mobility and networking. The aim is to keep the trade as an “elementary interface to the customer”, said Brand Sales Director… Continue reading Volkswagen: VW core brand reorganizes dealer network

SEAT to recruit 115 more employees at the Martorell plant

SEAT is going to hire 115 new employees to boost production at the Martorell factory. These workers currently have an employment agency contract and will be joining SEAT beginning on February 5th with an open-ended contract. The integration of these 115 new recruits will build on the 150 who joined the company on    8 January… Continue reading SEAT to recruit 115 more employees at the Martorell plant

When d’Ieteren becomes car sharing provider

The Belgian importer has just validated its carsharing service program, after a conclusive pilot. In Antwerp, D’Ieteren and Vulog have equipped a fleet of 350 vehicles available to subscribers. D’Ieteren is now also an actor in carsharing. A few days ago, the group officially announced the launch of its new service, Poppy, in the streets… Continue reading When d’Ieteren becomes car sharing provider

2020 Jaguar XJ luxury sedan to be reborn as all-electric Tesla Model S competitor

Almost since the two legendary British brands were brought together in 1998, Jaguar has played second fiddle to its sibling Land Rover. The maker of traditional, sporty British sedans was left in search of a mission as increasingly upscale Land Rovers and even pricier Range Rovers proliferated, essentially saving the company. Recently, Jaguar has broken… Continue reading 2020 Jaguar XJ luxury sedan to be reborn as all-electric Tesla Model S competitor

Automotive suppliers on an expansion course: VW-Schreck Prevent takes over German casting specialists

All articles and backgrounds 01/23/2018 Auto parts supplier on expansion course VW Schreck Prevent takes over German casting specialists DPA Headquarters of automotive supplier Prevent in Warmenau near Wolfsburg (Lower Saxony). This acquisition should be the VolkswagenBuyers eyeing with gawky eyes: Those by their spectacular dispute with VW Became known Prevent Group buys again in… Continue reading Automotive suppliers on an expansion course: VW-Schreck Prevent takes over German casting specialists

A very strong year 2017 for Volkswagen Truck & Bus. Sales up by 12% at 205,000 commercial vehicles

The Volkswagen Truck & Bus Group sold around 205,000 vehicles of its MAN, Scania, and Volkswagen Caminhões e Ônibus brands in fiscal 2017, up 12% on the (solid) prior-year level. All three brands have been able to increase their sales and make a positive contribution to the success of the Group. MAN Truck & Bus sales were up 8% year-on-year, coming… Continue reading A very strong year 2017 for Volkswagen Truck & Bus. Sales up by 12% at 205,000 commercial vehicles

Auto parts supplier: Prevent takes over Halberg Guss

The Prevent Group has acquired another auto parts supplier, Halberg-Guss. Halberg produces crankcases, cylinder heads and crankshafts for cars and trucks. The mainly by their dispute with VW Became known Prevent Group of the Bosnian entrepreneurial family Hastor has taken over another auto parts supplier. The Bundeskartellamt has the takeover Halberg Guss with its approximately… Continue reading Auto parts supplier: Prevent takes over Halberg Guss

New dealer contracts in the VW Group: Negotiations started positively

New dealer contracts in the VW Group Negotiations started positively Dirk Weddigen from Knapp: “We are confident.” © Photo: Oliver Vosshage / www.ov-pics.com Since mid-January, the Volkswagen / Audi Partner Association and Volkswagen Passenger Cars are discussing the new contracts. The VAPV is confident that it will find a common path. It’s going well so… Continue reading New dealer contracts in the VW Group: Negotiations started positively

German authorities tell Audi to recall diesels

Audi brand is being told to recall 127,000 cars diesel cars that reduce emissions controls when not being tested. 77,600 of the cars were registered in Germany and that the affected models were: the A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, Q5, shown, SQ5 and Q7. (Photo: Audi) Frankfurt, Germany – A spokeswoman for Germany’s transport ministry… Continue reading German authorities tell Audi to recall diesels