Tag: VW

Porsche to recall 60,000 SUVs for emissions problems: German regulator

HAMBURG (Reuters) – Volkswagen’s (VOWG_p.DE) sports-car brand Porsche has been asked by Germany’s KBA automotive regulator to recall around 60,000 diesel-engined Macan and Cayenne sport-utility vehicles, a KBA spokesman said. A Porsche logo is pictured during the Volkswagen Group’s annual general meeting in Berlin, Germany, May 3, 2018. REUTERS/Axel Schmidt German magazine Der Spiegel reported… Continue reading Porsche to recall 60,000 SUVs for emissions problems: German regulator

BMW X5 confirmed for arrival later this year with 7 Series architecture

BMW‘s next-generation X5 and X5 M models are being tested on public roads in Scandinavia, as the brand puts the finishing touches to its Porsche Cayenne-rivalling model range. BMW boss Harald Krüger confirmed at the brand’s Annual General Meeting that the X5 will arrive later this year; an October launch is anticipated Our spy photographers laid eyes on a new… Continue reading BMW X5 confirmed for arrival later this year with 7 Series architecture

IG Metall boss warns: By 2030, 70,000 car jobs are in danger

All articles and backgrounds 05/18/2018 IG Metall boss warns By 2030, 70,000 car jobs are in danger DPA IG Metall boss Jörg Hofmann The IG Metall chairman Jörg Hofmann sees in the German auto industry by 2030 about 70,000 jobs at risk. “We need new jobs for almost 70,000 employees,” said Hofmann in an interview… Continue reading IG Metall boss warns: By 2030, 70,000 car jobs are in danger

Press Releases – Auto industry supports wide array of vehicle safety measures proposed by European Commission

Brussels, 18 May 2018 – The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) welcomes yesterday’s Commission proposal to further improve vehicle safety, while stressing that some proposed measures will require further review to ensure a focus on the most effective solutions with the strongest positive outcome. “ACEA members acknowledge the importance of including additional safety features in… Continue reading Press Releases – Auto industry supports wide array of vehicle safety measures proposed by European Commission

Genesis boss: UK will be ‘main target’ in 2020 European launch

The UK will be the main target of Genesis when the marque is launched in Europe in 2020, according to brand boss Manfred Fitzgerald. Hyundai’s luxury arm launched as a brand in its own right in 2016, focusing on US and Asian markets but with the expectation that it would eventually arrive in Europe. However,… Continue reading Genesis boss: UK will be ‘main target’ in 2020 European launch

Analysis: Are car makers ready for WLTP?

Car makers are ramping up their efforts to ensure they are ready for the roll-out of tougher new emissions tests, which must be undertaken by all new cars from 1 September. After that date, the Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) will apply to all new type approvals for cars. The test is designed… Continue reading Analysis: Are car makers ready for WLTP?

VW’s dispute with riot suppliers escalates: Prevent plays again Rambo – and torpedo career of a VW top manager

All articles and backgrounds 05/18/2018 VW’s dispute with riot suppliers escalates Prevent plays again Rambo – and torpedo career of a VW top manager DPA Founder at Halberg Guss: The new owner Prevent uses the company for his long dispute with Volkswagen A new management, which raises prices in the dispute over supply contracts by… Continue reading VW’s dispute with riot suppliers escalates: Prevent plays again Rambo – and torpedo career of a VW top manager