The unveiling of the Porsche Cayenne as the German marque’s first SUV 21 years ago was famously controversial. At the time, we asked various experts for their views. So, who was prophetic and who’s been made to look a fool? Peugeot designer Keith Ryder said: “I was expecting something with a lot more character and strength.… Continue reading From the archive: on this day in 2006
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Clean Tecnica: 8.5% Of New Cars In Italy Plugin Electric Cars 002364
Italy’s EV Market Continued To Lose Steam In September Originally published on opportunity:energy. There is no good news in sight for Italy’s EV market, which is witnessing a radical turn from the burgeoning growth of the past few years to a sudden, steady decline. Meanwhile, the rest of Europe continues to maintain strong growth trends… Continue reading Clean Tecnica: 8.5% Of New Cars In Italy Plugin Electric Cars 002364
Cleantechnica: Plugins EVs Near Third Of Autos In Germany, Recession Forecast 002363
Plugin electric vehicles (EVs) gained 32.4% of Europe’s largest auto market, Germany, in October, up from 30.4% YoY. This in the context of overall auto market growth of 16.8% YoY, to 208,642 units. This, however, is still down by almost 25% from the pre-2020 seasonal norms. The Fiat 500 was October’s best selling full electric.… Continue reading Cleantechnica: Plugins EVs Near Third Of Autos In Germany, Recession Forecast 002363
Loc Performance Names Jason Atkinson as President and CEO
PLYMOUTH, Mich., Nov. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Loc Performance (Loc) today named Jason Atkinson as the company’s new president and CEO, effective immediately. Atkinson has served as a key member of Loc’s leadership team since 2008, when he joined the company as chief operating officer. In his new role, Atkinson will continue to lead the… Continue reading Loc Performance Names Jason Atkinson as President and CEO
@AML: Tony Joseph appointed Regional President of Aston Martin The Americas000355
Experienced luxury automotive leader to spearhead Aston Martin’s growth and organisation in its largest market Dealer network and business growth expert to build on customer experience, operational structure, and distribution of the brand in North America Appointment follows Aston Martin The Americas relocation to New York City and comes ahead of the opening of its… Continue reading @AML: Tony Joseph appointed Regional President of Aston Martin The Americas000355
Italian EV startup takes on US, Chinese rivals with design
Nada has hired a former Lamborghini designer to help infuse his vehicles with Italian emotion and is emphasising aerodynamics over performance. Elon Musk’s Tesla paved the way nearly two decades ago. Now, the global transition to fully electric vehicles is littered with startups, inspired by a new era in mobility and drawn by the lower… Continue reading Italian EV startup takes on US, Chinese rivals with design
2023 Abarth 500 EV: electric hot hatch coming on 22 November
Fiat’s performance brand Abarth is about to reveal a Fiat 500 Electric-based hot hatchback as its debut EV, and first all-new model for six years. After the first spy shots of the Mini Electric rival surfaced last week, the Italian firm has no confirmed it will take the wraps off on Tuesday 22 November. The camouflaged prototype seen… Continue reading 2023 Abarth 500 EV: electric hot hatch coming on 22 November
@FCA: Jeep®-branded Edition By ADDAX Overland Trailer Named 2022 Global Media Award Winner at SEMA Show
November 7, 2022 , Las Vegas – The Jeep®-branded Edition by ADDAX™ Overland Trailer was recognized with a 2022 Global Media Award this week at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas for its new overlanding trailer co-launch. “We are thrilled that the Jeep-branded Edition by ADDAX Overland Trailer has been recognized as a global game changer at… Continue reading @FCA: Jeep®-branded Edition By ADDAX Overland Trailer Named 2022 Global Media Award Winner at SEMA Show
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LUXEMBOURG, Nov 8 (Reuters) – Carmaker Fiat Chrysler on Tuesday won its fight against an EU order to pay 30 million euros ($30 million) in back taxes to Luxembourg, dealing a setback to EU antitrust chief Margrethe Vestager’s crackdown on sweetheart deals between EU countries and multinationals. In her 2015 decision, Vestager said Luxembourg had… Continue reading Gallery
Clean Technica: UK BEV Volume Up YoY Despite Tesla Mid-Quarter Restocking002362
The UK auto market saw plugin electric vehicles take 21.5% share in October, with growing year on year volumes. Despite volume gain, YoY plugin share saw a slight dip (from 23.1%), against greater YoY gains in overall auto volume, up 26% to 134,344 units (from a record low baseline). October market volume was still at… Continue reading Clean Technica: UK BEV Volume Up YoY Despite Tesla Mid-Quarter Restocking002362