Volkswagen Group BEV delivery numbers still a year behind Tesla, but gaining fast at 138% YOY

Following the release of its Q3 delivery numbers, Volkswagen Group continues to grow its presence in the BEV market, up 109% compared to Q3 last year. Nine months into 2021, Volkswagen has more than doubled its worldwide deliveries, nipping at the heels of Tesla – the current undisputed EV market leader. Tesla continues to grow… Continue reading Volkswagen Group BEV delivery numbers still a year behind Tesla, but gaining fast at 138% YOY

WeRide unveils China’s first Level 4 self-driving cargo van, WeRide Robovan in cooperation with Jiangling Motors and ZTO Express for smart urban logistics

Today, Tony Han, the Founder and CEO of WeRide, signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Wenhui Jin, Executive Vice President of JMC and Renqun Jin, Vice President of ZTO Express during WeRide’s latest web live Press Conference “The Next”. Combining the three companies’ expertise in technology, product innovation and commercialization, they will jointly undertake Robovan’s… Continue reading WeRide unveils China’s first Level 4 self-driving cargo van, WeRide Robovan in cooperation with Jiangling Motors and ZTO Express for smart urban logistics

New Ineos Grenadier to launch in July 2022 at £48,000 – Autocar

Ineos is ramping up to launch its Grenadier in the UK in July 2022, priced from around £48,000, and has detailed its UK retail strategy as it prepares to open pre-reservations tomorrow (30 September).   That entry price is for the two-seat version of the commercial Grenadier (including VAT), which will be sold alongside a five-seat crew-cab commercial… Continue reading New Ineos Grenadier to launch in July 2022 at £48,000 – Autocar

@GM: General Motors Delivers Over 623,000 Vehicles in China in Third Quarter October 14, 2021

SHANGHAI – General Motors and its joint ventures delivered more than 623,000 vehicles in China in the third quarter. Sales were impacted by the ongoing global semiconductor supply chain disruption. Despite the challenging environment, midsize and large SUVs – including the Cadillac XT6, Buick Enclave and Chevrolet Blazer – maintained robust growth momentum. Sales of… Continue reading @GM: General Motors Delivers Over 623,000 Vehicles in China in Third Quarter October 14, 2021

Marshall acquires Motorline for £64.5m adding 48 dealerships

Marshall Motor Holdings has acquired the entire issued share capital of Motorline Holdings Limited (including all of its subsidiaries), for a cash consideration of £64.5m funded from the Group’s existing cash resources. The net assets on acquisition include c.£20m of cash and c.£10m of debt. The Group has also separately acquired a related freehold property… Continue reading Marshall acquires Motorline for £64.5m adding 48 dealerships

@VW Group: ŠKODA AUTO takes on worldwide responsibility for Volkswagen Group’s MQB-A0 Global Platform004012

“By assuming responsibility for the MQB-A0 Global Platform, ŠKODA AUTO is in charge of the worldwide development of a platform for the first time. We are applying our development expertise, taking on even more responsibility within the Volkswagen Group and at the same time strengthening ŠKODA AUTO’s headquarters as an important European development centre for… Continue reading @VW Group: ŠKODA AUTO takes on worldwide responsibility for Volkswagen Group’s MQB-A0 Global Platform004012

VinFast Announces Global Premiere Of Its New EVs At The 2021 Los Angeles Auto Show

VinFast is proud to be the only EV brand representing Vietnam to attend the 2021 LA Auto Show from November 19 to 28, 2021. At this year’s LA Auto Show, VinFast will introduce the VF e35 and VF e36 electric SUV models in the respective D & E market segments. These two EVs integrate ADAS… Continue reading VinFast Announces Global Premiere Of Its New EVs At The 2021 Los Angeles Auto Show

BorgWarner Secures Substantial P3 Drive Module Win

– Technology demonstrates BorgWarner’s extensive systems integration capabilities – Unique, compact system enables hybridization and CO2 reduction – SOP slated for Q3 2023 across multiple platforms AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — BorgWarner’s fully integrated P3 hybrid drive module will soon be powering a variety of front-wheel and AWD SUVs for a major… Continue reading BorgWarner Secures Substantial P3 Drive Module Win

@FCA: Stellantis Strengthens Media and Marketing Agency Roster With Addition of Ignition Media Group

October 14, 2021 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – Today, Stellantis announced the addition of Ignition Media Group to the company’s media and marketing agency roster. Ignition Media Group, through its Soundcheck practice, will serve as a sounding board and multicultural thought partner to assist in shaping and fortifying Stellantis’ media and marketing strategies across the company’s… Continue reading @FCA: Stellantis Strengthens Media and Marketing Agency Roster With Addition of Ignition Media Group

@Daimler: Paving the way for sustainable mobility: bp, BMW Group and Daimler Mobility announce successful closing of transaction

DCS offers industry leading solutions to provide EV drivers with seamless access to more than 300,000 charging points in 30 countries. bp will provide DCS customers access to an additional 9,000 charging points across Europe including ultra-fast charging and together with DCS, will develop new integrated offers for fleets – including fuel and charge services… Continue reading @Daimler: Paving the way for sustainable mobility: bp, BMW Group and Daimler Mobility announce successful closing of transaction