The Experimental GT from 1965 is the first concept car in the history of the European automotive industry, created in the first European design center. “There was a spirit of optimism at Opel, as there was last in 1928 when the rocket cars were built,” recalls former designer Erhard Schnell decades later. “We were young… Continue reading @Groupe PSA: OP Revolution from Rüsselsheim 000682
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German FAZ: BMW reorganizes design007681
The Bavarian automobile manufacturer BMW is restructuring its design department and is also bringing in staff from outside. According to information from the F.A.Z. The change will be announced in the next few days. Accordingly, responsibilities will be divided under the leadership of the previous head of design, Adrian van Hooydonk. From now on, Maximilian… Continue reading German FAZ: BMW reorganizes design007681
Natalie Black Kohler (1949-2024)
KOHLER, Wis., Sept. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Natalie Black Kohler, 74, of Oostburg, Wisconsin, passed away at her home on September 10, 2024. She was born on December 19, 1949, in Bakersfield, California, to Eugene and Ann Black. She will be remembered as a passionate and purposeful individual, an unwavering and persistent businesswoman, and a devoted… Continue reading Natalie Black Kohler (1949-2024)
German FAZ: BMW relaunches design007665
The Bavarian automobile manufacturer BMW is restructuring its design department and is also bringing in staff from outside. According to information from the F.A.Z. The change will be announced in the next few days. Accordingly, responsibilities will be divided under the leadership of the previous head of design, Adrian van Hooydonk. From now on, Maximilian… Continue reading German FAZ: BMW relaunches design007665
@Tata-JLR: JLR REVEALS ‘ROVER’, THE ROBOTIC GUARD DOG THAT USES AI TO SERVE AND PROTECT
About JLR JLR’s Reimagine strategy is delivering a sustainability‑rich vision of modern luxury by design. We are transforming our business to become carbon net zero across our supply chain, products, and operations by 2039. We have set a roadmap to reduce emissions across our own operations and value chains by 2030 through approved, science‑based targets. … Continue reading @Tata-JLR: JLR REVEALS ‘ROVER’, THE ROBOTIC GUARD DOG THAT USES AI TO SERVE AND PROTECT
The new name of Valmet Automotive’s battery business is IONCOR
The company IONCOR will continue the operations of Valmet Automotive’s EVS business line, which last year had gross sales of more than EUR 1.2 billion and a turnover of more than EUR 200 million. IONCOR employs 1,400 people at seven sites in Finland (Salo, Turku, Uusikaupunki) and Germany (Bad Friedrichshall, Kirchardt, Munich, Weihenbronn). IONCOR aims… Continue reading The new name of Valmet Automotive’s battery business is IONCOR
Stumpp Schuele & Somappa Springs signs JV with Japan’s Chuhatsu
Stumpp Schuele & Somappa Springs (SSS), a player in automotive spring manufacturing and part of the MG Brothers Group, has entered into joint venture with Japan’s Chuhatsu to produce power back door (PBD) springs. This strategic move positions SSS as probably the first domestic producer of PBD springs in India, a market segment currently dominated… Continue reading Stumpp Schuele & Somappa Springs signs JV with Japan’s Chuhatsu
Jaguar braces for ‘reset period’ between I-Pace and radical new EVs
It’s already on the record that Rawdon Glover, Jaguar’s managing director, has one of the toughest automotive jobs on the planet. His immediate task is to kill off (“sunset”) the current, mostly combustion-engine range of traditional Jaguar models and replace it from 2026 with a radical, three-tier EV line-up that lifts pricing into the realms… Continue reading Jaguar braces for ‘reset period’ between I-Pace and radical new EVs
Valmet to start change negotiations in Finland in its Paper business line’s Board and Paper Mills business unit
Valmet Oyj press release September 5, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. EEST ESPOO, Finland, Sept. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Valmet starts change negotiations on September 5, 2024, that affect its Paper business line’s Board and Paper Mills business unit. The business unit develops and delivers board and paper making lines and technologies globally. The negotiations include a plan… Continue reading Valmet to start change negotiations in Finland in its Paper business line’s Board and Paper Mills business unit
VW-backed Scout brand to unveil Ford Bronco rival on 24 October
Scout, the Volkswagen-backed revival of 4×4 brand International Harvester, will reveal its first cars on 24 October. The brand will unveil an electric rival for the Land Rover Defender and Ford Bronco, alongside a closely related pick-up to take on the Rivian R1T and Ford F-150 Lightning. The high-riding 4×4 and pick-up will have retro-futuristic… Continue reading VW-backed Scout brand to unveil Ford Bronco rival on 24 October