Since mid-2019, ŠKODA has been offering the third generation of its flagship as a rugged SCOUT version – the first SUPERB to be given this treatment. The manufacturer thus continues its tradition of offering SCOUT models, such as the OCTAVIA SCOUT, KODIAQ SCOUT and KAROQ SCOUT. The SUPERB SCOUT, available exclusively as an estate, focuses… Continue reading @VW Group: ŠKODA SUPERB SCOUT: a multifunctional lifestyle estate for any terrain
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@VW Group: “Porsche Destination Charging”: More than 1,000 charging points in operation
The Porsche Newsroom is a service provided by the Porsche Communication for journalists, bloggers and the online community. © 2020 Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG * Data determined in accordance with the measurement method required by law. Since 1 September 2017 certain new cars have been type approved in accordance with the Worldwide Harmonised Light… Continue reading @VW Group: “Porsche Destination Charging”: More than 1,000 charging points in operation
Gumpert Aiways reveals production-version of methanol-fuelled Nathalie
Chinese firm Gumpert Aiways, led by renowned ex-Audi engineer Roland Gumpert and backed by Chinese EV start-up Aiways, has revealed the production version of its long-awaited Nathalie methanol fuel-cell sports EV. The first models to be sold will be in €407,000 (£353,520/Rs 3 crore) First Edition guise, which has a bespoke paint scheme, and deliveries are due… Continue reading Gumpert Aiways reveals production-version of methanol-fuelled Nathalie
British Gas and VW unveil three-year electric vehicle deal
Volkswagen (VW) Engineers to install fastest home car-charger available in exclusive one-stop package Volkswagen’s deal with British Gas could make it easier for motorists to switch to an electric vehicle. Photograph: Uwe Meinhold/EPA British Gas has teamed up with Volkswagen to accelerate the rollout of its electric vehicles (EV) across UK roads by helping drivers… Continue reading British Gas and VW unveil three-year electric vehicle deal
@VW Group: SEAT and CUPRA make their electric offensive a reality
SEAT is making its roadmap for electrification announced last year a reality. After presenting the new generation SEAT and CUPRA Leon, which have plug-in hybrid versions, the company has presented the production version of the CUPRA Formentor in a web video conference, which was meant to be showcased at Geneva Motorshow. Formentor is the first vehicle… Continue reading @VW Group: SEAT and CUPRA make their electric offensive a reality
@VW Group: Covers come off the CUPRA Formentor
Formentor is the first model exclusively developed for CUPRA, becoming the most emotional model in the brand’s range CUPRA Formentor combines a striking design, high performance powertrains and great levels of practicality in a CUV body type The sophistication and sportiness offered in the Formentor set new standards for a CUPRA model The CUPRA Formentor… Continue reading @VW Group: Covers come off the CUPRA Formentor
@VW Group: Wayne Griffiths, new Chairman of the Board of Directors of CUPRA
Wayne Griffiths (Dukinfield, United Kingdom, 1966) has been appointed Chairman of the Board of Directors of CUPRA. Griffiths thus adds this new responsibility to his position as SEAT Executive Vice-President for Sales and Marketing and CUPRA Chief Executive Officer. The Board of Directors of CUPRA is completed with Carsten Isensee, acting SEAT President and… Continue reading @VW Group: Wayne Griffiths, new Chairman of the Board of Directors of CUPRA
@VW Group: IESE and SEAT commit to promoting an innovative mindset among future executives
Both institutions renew their agreement to jointly research innovation applied to different business management models The agreement strengthens ties between the academic and business worlds to foster greater engagement § Martorell increases output by 5.4% and consolidates itself as the factory that makes the most cars in Spain § Global SEAT vehicle manufacturing goes up… Continue reading @VW Group: IESE and SEAT commit to promoting an innovative mindset among future executives
Centrica, Volkswagen agree three-year deal for electric vehicle home charging
LONDON: British utility Centrica has agreed a three-year partnership with Volkswagen to provide home-charging hardware for new electric vehicle owners, it said on Wednesday. The deal will see Elli, the main provider of charging hardware and services for Volkswagen Group, work with Centrica’s British Gas to deliver a package of home-charging installations, after-sales services and… Continue reading Centrica, Volkswagen agree three-year deal for electric vehicle home charging
Statistics: Autonomous test kilometers in Beijing
A poll in Beijing found that 77 autonomous vehicles drove over a million kilometers in 2019. It is reminiscent of the DMV report. which was recently released. The Innovation Center for Intelligent Mobility (BICMI) Beijing asked the companies that are testing the technology in Beijing about the test kilometers traveled. In Beijing, too, the companies… Continue reading Statistics: Autonomous test kilometers in Beijing