@Groupe PSA: PR THIRD GENERATION CITROËN C3 CELEBRATES 1 MILLIONTH MODEL MILESTONE001695

The third generation Citroën C3 has surpassed a landmark of one million vehicles produced since it launched in 2016. With more than 4.5 million units of the iconic ‘C3’ nameplate produced since 2002, the vehicle is the brand’s best-selling vehicle worldwide. The iconic model stands out with distinctive features, including unrivalled Advanced Comfort seats and… Continue reading @Groupe PSA: PR THIRD GENERATION CITROËN C3 CELEBRATES 1 MILLIONTH MODEL MILESTONE001695

BorgWarner Inc (BWA) Q1 2021 Earnings Call Transcript

Bloomberg Actress-Turned-Mogul Alba Makes $122 Million in Honest IPO (Bloomberg) — Actress Jessica Alba cemented her claim to one of the most lucrative side gigs in Hollywood after shares of her beauty business, the Honest Co., soared 44% in its market debut.The “clean” beauty- and baby-products maker’s stock closed at $23 Wednesday after it priced… Continue reading BorgWarner Inc (BWA) Q1 2021 Earnings Call Transcript

@Daimler: The EQA model family is growing rapidly

Stuttgart.  More than 20,000 customers have already ordered an EQA since February. Now two new members are joining the model family of the all-electric compact SUV: the EQA 300 4MATIC with 168 kW (combined power consumption: 15.8 kWh/100 km, CO2 emissions: 0 g/km)[1] and the EQA 350 4MATIC with 215 kW (combined power consumption: 15.8… Continue reading @Daimler: The EQA model family is growing rapidly

Hyundai recalls over 390K vehicles for possible engine fires

Detroit – Hyundai is recalling more than 390,000 vehicles in the U.S. and Canada for two problems that can cause engine fires. In one recall, owners are being told to park their vehicles outdoors until repairs are made. The largest recall covers more than 203,000 Santa Fe Sport SUVs from 2013 through 2015. Some are… Continue reading Hyundai recalls over 390K vehicles for possible engine fires

GM will install software on Chevy Bolt EVs to prevent future battery fires

Following last year’s recall, GM has outlined a plan to fix the issue that caused five Chevy Bolt battery fires between 2017 and 2019. In a post spotted by The Verge, the automaker says Bolt owners will need to take their car to their local GM dealership for service, where a mechanic will perform an… Continue reading GM will install software on Chevy Bolt EVs to prevent future battery fires

@BMW: ROLLS-ROYCE IMPLEMENTS STRATEGIC DEVELOPMENT OF BRAND TO CONSOLIDATE ITS PINNACLE POSITION AS A HOUSE OF LUXURY001088

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars announces further development of brand from automotive manufacturer to House of Luxury New developments consolidate the pinnacle position of the brand as a House of Luxury Recently announced new brand identity being introduced in major showrooms worldwide New flagship store opens in London’s Mayfair while Shanghai boutique reopens in new visual identity,… Continue reading @BMW: ROLLS-ROYCE IMPLEMENTS STRATEGIC DEVELOPMENT OF BRAND TO CONSOLIDATE ITS PINNACLE POSITION AS A HOUSE OF LUXURY001088

Hyundai stops making the Kona EV for South Korea after battery recall

Hyundai is discontinuing its first mass-market electric SUV, the Kona EV, in South Korea following a massive recall due to a fire risk in the battery pack, the Yonhap news agency reports. The automaker will instead turn its focus to the forthcoming Ioniq 5 (and the EVs that will follow it), though Hyundai will still… Continue reading Hyundai stops making the Kona EV for South Korea after battery recall

Subaru recalls vehicles to fix engine, suspension problems

Detroit — Subaru is recalling nearly 875,000 cars and SUVs in the U.S. because the engines can stall or a rear suspension part can fall off. The stalling recall covers more than 466,000 Crosstrek SUVs from 2018 and 2019 and Impreza cars from 2017 through 2019. The company says in government documents that a computer… Continue reading Subaru recalls vehicles to fix engine, suspension problems

@Groupe PSA: PR PEUGEOT is launching its new SUV family at the 2021 Shanghai Motor Show: the New French Chic is born001582

DONGFENG PEUGEOT is adopting the new iconic Lion logo and presenting its new strategy to position itself as a trusted brand, designed by PEUGEOT made for China, for its customers in China.The new range of PEUGEOT 4008, 4008 PHEV and 5008 SUVs is launching at prices ranging from 169 700 to 263 700 yuan (21 710… Continue reading @Groupe PSA: PR PEUGEOT is launching its new SUV family at the 2021 Shanghai Motor Show: the New French Chic is born001582

Opel CEO explains what’s next for the brand after ‘challenging’ 2020 – Automotive News Europe

Despite declining sales and a difficult economic environment due to the coronavirus pandemic, Opel/Vauxhall was able to record a significant annual profit in 2020, its third since General Motors sold the brands to PSA Group in 2017. CEO Michael Lohscheller has discontinued GM’s higher-emission legacy models and moved into full electrification with the new Corsa and… Continue reading Opel CEO explains what’s next for the brand after ‘challenging’ 2020 – Automotive News Europe