Frankfurt, 11 September 2019 – At the start of a new EU political term, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) is urgently calling for a comprehensive plan to enable the transition to zero-emission mobility in Europe. This should include a major ramp-up of charging and refuelling infrastructure, as well as meaningful purchase incentives to stimulate… Continue reading Press Releases – New study highlights lack of progress on infrastructure & incentives for alternatively-powered cars
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BMW warns a no-deal Brexit would mean Mini production cut in Oxford affecting UK jobs – iNews
Car manufacturer BMW has warned a no-deal Brexit would mean a cut in production of the Mini at its factory in Oxford. The firm’s chief financial officer Nicolas Peter said manufacturing was likely to drop at the Cowley plant, which in turn would affect jobs. “No-deal would mean that, most likely, [World Trade Organization] tariffs… Continue reading BMW warns a no-deal Brexit would mean Mini production cut in Oxford affecting UK jobs – iNews
CORRECTED-UPDATE 2-Ford makes big electric push in Europe with new launches
(Reuters) – Ford Motor Co said on Tuesday it would launch eight electric vehicles in Europe this year, a key step in its target of achieving a majority of its overall sales from electric cars by the end of 2022. FILE PHOTO: The Ford logo is seen at the Ford oldest Brazil plant in Sao… Continue reading CORRECTED-UPDATE 2-Ford makes big electric push in Europe with new launches
Mini plant could cut shifts in event of no-deal
Media playback is unsupported on your device Workers at the Mini plant in Oxford could see their shifts cut in the event of a no-deal Brexit, BMW’s finance chief has told the BBC. Nicolas Peter said production was likely to fall at the Cowley factory, affecting jobs. But he said BMW, which also makes Minis… Continue reading Mini plant could cut shifts in event of no-deal
Carlos Tavares, CEO of PSA Group, on Electric Vehicle Sales, Europe’s Charging Network, Brexit – Bloomberg
Carlos Tavares, CEO of PSA Group, on Electric Vehicle Sales, Europe’s Charging Network, Brexit Bloomberg PSA Group Chief Executive Officer Carlos Tavares discusses the outlook for electric vehicle sales and the charging network in Europe. He also comments on the … Go to Source
Carmakers near CO2 cliff-edge in electrification race
PARIS/FRANKFURT (Reuters) – Time is running out for European carmakers, which have waited until the last minute to try to meet ambitious EU emissions targets and face billions in fines if they fail to comply. FILE PHOTO: A model of an electric Mini car is pictured at the booth of Siemens at the Hanover trade… Continue reading Carmakers near CO2 cliff-edge in electrification race
JCT600 opens newly refurbished Mitsubishi dealership
JCT600 has opened a new Mitsubishi Motors dealership on Sticker Lane in the city, following a six figure investment. The new dealership is expected to create 16 jobs. After extensive refurbishment, the new JCT600 Mitsubishi Bradford dealership features elements of the latest Mitsubishi Motors corporate design. It also has the capacity to display six new… Continue reading JCT600 opens newly refurbished Mitsubishi dealership
Opel Increases Market Share in Europe
Rüsselsheim. The upward trend at Opel continues: In the months January to August, the brand with the Blitz has slightly increased the market share in the important European market (passenger car and LCV registrations; E30) to 5.42 percent. The Rüsselsheim-based company also recorded a growing market share in the single month of August. “We have… Continue reading Opel Increases Market Share in Europe
No-deal Brexit would ‘destroy the lives of the next generation’ — Peugeot CEO – S&P Global
➤ No-deal Brexit is “lose-lose” for all parties and must be taken off the table, Carlos Tavares says. ➤ The CEO backs moving to zero-emission transport and is enthusiastic about electric powertrains but says the policy framework leaves electric vehicles unappealing and unaffordable for many. ➤ More stringent CO2-cutting rules for small cars are counterproductive… Continue reading No-deal Brexit would ‘destroy the lives of the next generation’ — Peugeot CEO – S&P Global
Press Releases – ACEA appoints new Director General
Brussels, 6 September 2019 – The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Eric-Mark Huitema as its new Director General, with effect on 1 October. Mr Huitema will succeed Erik Jonnaert, who is stepping down as Secretary General after six years at the helm of the association, which represents the… Continue reading Press Releases – ACEA appoints new Director General