Tag: Daimler

This is our first glimpse of the next Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Mercedes-Benz has given us the first glimpse of its next-generation Sprinter by unveiling a design study called The Boulder. The rock carving hints at what the new van will look like, with a revised grille and a boxier rear that will feature on both electric and combustion versions. The new Sprinter will lead a new line-up of vans. These were… Continue reading This is our first glimpse of the next Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

When Chips Collide: How Europe’s Nexperia Crisis Could Hit India’s Auto Makers

In mid-October, the Netherland government did something rare in Europe’s usually quiet semiconductor world. It seized control of Nexperia, a major European chipmaker owned by China’s Wingtech. The move, framed as a national security measure, aimed to prevent sensitive chip technologies from flowing to China. There were apprehensions within the  government that the company’s former… Continue reading When Chips Collide: How Europe’s Nexperia Crisis Could Hit India’s Auto Makers

Opus IVS Unveils Industry Additional 2026 Model Year Content Release: Increasing the lead in Diagnostic Capabilities

Giotto release includes deep 2026 MY and ADAS content DETROIT, Oct. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Opus IVS™, the pioneering global leader in diagnostics, ADAS calibration, programming and on-demand remote expert support today proudly announces the launch of Giotto software’s latest iteration — release 23.3, seamlessly integrated into the DriveSafe™ and DrivePro™ products. The newly enhanced Giotto… Continue reading Opus IVS Unveils Industry Additional 2026 Model Year Content Release: Increasing the lead in Diagnostic Capabilities

Mercedes-Benz India and Zoho Launch SKYLine Dealer Management System

Mercedes-Benz India has partnered with Zoho to launch SKYLine, a bespoke Dealer Management System built entirely in India over a two-year development period. The platform, now operational across all Mercedes-Benz dealerships in India, replaces legacy infrastructure with a decentralized digital system designed to enhance customer service operations. Built on Zoho CRM and implemented by Zoho’s… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz India and Zoho Launch SKYLine Dealer Management System

Group 1 Automotive Reports Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results

Current quarter diluted earnings per common share from continuing operations of $1.02 and current quarter adjusted diluted earnings per common share from continuing operations (a non-GAAP measure) of $10.45 Record quarterly revenues of $5.8 billion, a 10.8% increase over the comparable prior-year quarter, driven by record quarterly used vehicle retail revenues of $1.9 billion Parts… Continue reading Group 1 Automotive Reports Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results

Mercedes-AMG GT 43

Mercedes-AMG has clearly sought to make the GT a four-seat option that only very rarely carries any more than two occupants, although that is precisely the position that the likes of the Porsche 911, Ferrari Amalfi-nee-Roma, and Aston Martin DB12 occupy. And the GT, just like them, has a pair of rear chairs big enough… Continue reading Mercedes-AMG GT 43

Mercedes-AMG GT 43

Mercedes-AMG has clearly sought to make the GT a four-seat option that only very rarely carries any more than two occupants, although that is precisely the position that the likes of the Porsche 911, Ferrari Amalfi-nee-Roma, and Aston Martin DB12 occupy. And the GT, just like them, has a pair of rear chairs big enough… Continue reading Mercedes-AMG GT 43

Automakers pool with EV makers to avoid EU emissions fines

All current alliance agreements, identified by the names of their pool managers, will expire at the end of this year. They are expected to be renewed in coming years. Automakers have formed alliances to help them avoid hefty European Union fines on carbon emissions by purchasing credits from electric vehicle companies. Several legacy automakers face… Continue reading Automakers pool with EV makers to avoid EU emissions fines

Mazda forms EU carbon emissions pool with Changan joint venture

Japanese automaker Mazda and its Chinese joint venture with Changan are pooling carbon credits to avoid EU emissions fines. Japanese automaker Mazda has teamed up with its joint venture with China’s Changan to pool carbon credits and help avoid carbon emissions fines, an EU document showed. Several legacy carmakers face potential European Union fines as… Continue reading Mazda forms EU carbon emissions pool with Changan joint venture