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Nissan suspends Sunderland production as virus takes toll on demand – Sky News

Nissan has announced that production at its Sunderland plant has been suspended as the coronavirus crisis deepens. It made the revelation just a day after Vauxhall’s parent firm said it was to temporarily shut down output at its Ellesmere Port and Luton plants. Nissan, which employs around 7,000 workers at the Wearside plant, said other… Continue reading Nissan suspends Sunderland production as virus takes toll on demand – Sky News

United Auto Workers call on GM, Ford, FCA to shut down U.S. factories

United Auto Workers called on the Big Three automakers — GM, Ford and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles — to shut down factories in the U.S. for two weeks over concerns about the spread of COVID-19, a disease caused by the coronavirus. The call to action came after GM confirmed in a statement that an employee who… Continue reading United Auto Workers call on GM, Ford, FCA to shut down U.S. factories

Ford, Daimler to suspend production at European factories due to COVID-19

Ford said Tuesday it will temporarily shut down vehicle and engine production at its factories in Europe in response to the spread of COVID-19, a disease caused by the coronavirus. The shutdown will begin Thursday and is expected to continue for a number of weeks, Ford said, without providing a specific timeline. Ford said it… Continue reading Ford, Daimler to suspend production at European factories due to COVID-19

Volkswagen to suspend production in Europe, warns of ‘very difficult’ year

Sean Gallup | Getty Images News | Getty Images German carmaker Volkswagen has announced it is preparing to temporarily shut down most of its European plants in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, Chief Executive Herbert Diess said the company would shut down production at factories operated by the group’s… Continue reading Volkswagen to suspend production in Europe, warns of ‘very difficult’ year

Imperial Cars opens new multi-brand dealership in Birmingham

Imperial Cars has opened a new branch in Birmingham. The dealership will house brands such as Ford, Renault and Audi. The Birmingham site is Imperial Cars’ 17th dealership in the UK and the company’s third in the West Midlands, with the others in Tamworth and Halesowen, both of which opened within the past 12 months.… Continue reading Imperial Cars opens new multi-brand dealership in Birmingham

First look: VW’s Ford-based Amarok pickup revealed

Volkswagen’s first Ford Ranger-based pickup looks like it’s built pretty tough.The Amarok image depicts it as an exaggerated design concept with oversized wheels, wide fender flares and a bulging hood, but offers a clear idea of the direction VW is going in with the shape of the headlights grille and overall style.The look is far more aggressive than the current Amarok.

@VW Group: Volkswagen brand suspends production on Thursday due to corona crisis

The Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand is gradually suspending production at its European plants. This will also affect Volkswagen Group Components plants. This is the brand’s response to the impending rapid decline in demand on the automotive markets. Risks in connection with suppliers’ supply chains are also increasing. This is due to the significantly accelerated rate… Continue reading @VW Group: Volkswagen brand suspends production on Thursday due to corona crisis

@VW Group: Porsche presents innovative 3D-printing technology for bucket seats

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 presents innovative 3D-printing technology for bucket seats