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Audi e-tron on tour - Ten countries in 24 hours
26.08.2019
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| “Audi e-tron extreme”: Endurance test Long-distance test covering over 1,600 kilometers (994.2 mi) from Slovenia to the Netherlands Fast-charging with up to 150 kW in less than half an hour Range, efficiency, performance, comfort – the stre more >> |
The BMW model offensive in the luxury segment
23.08.2019
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| - A unique variety of exclusive refinement - Extension of product range as central component of the corporate NUMBER ONE > NEXT strategy – Successful launch of the new BMW Series, the BMW 8 Series C more >> |
The interior of the new Porsche Taycan - Digital, clear, sustainable
23.08.2019
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| Porsche is entering a new era with the new Taycan and the brand’s first all-electric sports car is setting standards in interior design. Classic design features have been reinterpreted and brought into the digital age. “Less is more applies here too,” explains Ivo van Hulten, Director Interior Design Style Porsche at Porsche AG. “The Taycan interior combines design more >> |
DRiV™ Supplying Monroe® Intelligent Suspension Technology on one of the World’s Most Iconic Sport Saloons
22.08.2019
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| Increasingly, leading automakers are finding that intelligent suspensions are a smart choice for enhancing vehicle dynamics and giving consumers the ability to customize their vehicle’s ride performance. more >> |
Porsche Taycan adds Apple Music built-in
20.08.2019
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| Benchmark in-car entertainmentPorsche has teamed up with Apple Music to create the first fully integrated music streaming experience inside the much-anticipated Porsche Taycan, the first fully electric Porsche vehicle launching in September. more >> |
Kia Forte and Soul named Top Pick for Teens by U.S. News & World Report
20.08.2019
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| Both Vehicles Recognized as Standouts in Their Respective Segments• Forte praised for expected reliability and available advanced driver assistance technologies• Critics applaud Soul’s top-notch safety more >> |
SEAT - Every colour of the rainbow
19.08.2019
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| White is the most widely chosen colour for cars worldwide, followed by black and grey In India there are hardly any black vehicles, while the colour red is a big favourite in Mediterranean countries Climate, personal taste and superstitions influence colour choices more >> |
Taycan prototype convinces at endurance run in Nardò- 3,425 kilometres in 24 hours
19.08.2019
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| In 24 hours a pre-production Taycan covered a distance of exactly 3,425 kilometres righty before the world premiere on September 4 as part of a test at the Nardò high-speed track in Italy. This roughly corresponds to the distance from Nard&ogr more >> |
New VW T-Roc R is available to order now
16.08.2019
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| “R” says it all: Sporty top model of the T-Roc production line Power pack: 2.0 TSI, 221 kW (300 PS) power, 400 Nm torque Price: starting at 43.995 Euro with generous standard equipment more >> |
Daimler India Commercial Vehicles Celebrates 25,000-Vehicles Export Milestone
15.08.2019
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| Having started the export business in 2013, Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV) has now produced a remarkable 25,000 export units. The milestone truck, a FUSO FJ 1823R was recently shipped to Saudi Arabia. The plant in Oragadam near Chennai is an integral part of Daimler’s global production network for trucks and buses. In fa more >> |
New Opel Corsa: Sixth Chapter of Success Story Begins
15.08.2019
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| Direct route to multi-million bestseller: over 13.6million Corsas sold in 37 years Pioneer: Opel introduces top technologies from higher classes in small car Ready for the future: Corsa “Number 6” also with electric version for first time World premiere: new Corsa and Corsa more >> |
McLaren Automotive officially opens Adelaide showroom
12.08.2019
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| McLaren Automotive expands its Australian retail network with addition of McLaren Adelaide Fourth location in the country extends the McLaren luxury ownership experience to South Australian customers Officially opened by George Biggs, Managing Director, McLaren Automotive Asia Pacific and China more >> |
BMW Expands 530e Sedan Inductive Charging Pilot Program to U.S.
10.08.2019
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| Global pilot charging program began in Germany in 2018. U.S. test limited to 200 pilot program vehicles available to eligible California residents. Special 2019 530e PHEV Sedan Induction Charging lease package. more >> |
Mini ten millionth vehicle rolled off the production line in Oxford.
09.08.2019
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| Another celebration took place at the traditional MINI plant with a rich heritage punctually heralding the 60th anniversary of the British premium brand – the anniversary vehicle is a model of the MINI 60 Years Edition.MINI Fans all o more >> |
Kia hands over new ‘Kia Green Light School’ to the Tanzanian Government
08.08.2019
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| • Kia Motors successfully operates school for five years before handover• Kia’s volunteers working in Ethiopia to support the country’s education and renovation efforts• Green Light Project aids mobility and self-sufficiency in Africa more >> |
Total Strengthens Its Presence in the Industrial Lubricants Market
08.08.2019
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| Total Lubrifiants, a leading player in the global lubricants market, announces the acquisition from Houghton International of its aluminum hot rolling oil (AHRO), steel cold rolling oil (SCRO) and tinplate rolling oil (TPRO) activities in the North American and European Economic Area markets. The transaction includes the associated technical support services in both regions. more >> |
Goodbye Blind Spot: Opel Combo Cargo with New Camera System
07.08.2019
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| All-round safety: Opel Surround Rear Vision provides complete visibility Accident prevention: pedestrians and cyclists in full view during right turns Cost-saving: assistants like Flank Guard and Park Assist protect against dents more >> |
Porsche Digital opens second location in the US
06.08.2019
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| Porsche subsidiary continues to expand global networkPorsche Digital has opened a second site in the US in Atlanta (Georgia) to extend the company’s business portfolio for North America. The team of business experts, designers and software engi more >> |
New Leadership for BMW Group Technology Office in Silicon Valley.
05.08.2019
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| The BMW Group announced that Lorenz Makeschin has been named Vice President of the BMW Group Technology Office USA, where he will lead several research and development teams working to bring new technological innovation, products, a more >> |
Audi combines e-scooter with skateboard
05.08.2019
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| Audi e-tron Scooter: functionality and style for the last mile The rider has one hand free, can look around and give hand signals Production and sales planned for late 2020 more >> |
A new Lamborghini Lounge in Porto Cervo
31.07.2019
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| Automobili Lamborghini officially opens its exclusive lifestyle Lounge in Porto Cervo on Sardinia’s Costa Smeralda for the 2019 summer season. Situated on the Promenade du Port, linked to Porto Vecchio (Old Port) and the num more >> |
Porsche quality management: fit for e-mobility and digitalization
31.07.2019
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| Process and qualification programme adjustedNew technologies require new ways of thinking and working, including in quality management: that’s why, in preparation for its next step into electromobility, Porsche has created an extensive new training programme and adapted its processes. Further drivers are digitalisation and smart mobility: Alongside more >> |
A padel legend, a CUPRA Ateca and a challenge
30.07.2019
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| The master stroke Fernando Belasteguín, first-ranked world padel champion for 16 straight years and CUPRA ambassador, faces one of the biggest challenges of his career 36 metres high, a 70X50 cm target and a swing executed with pinpoint accuracy The CUPRA Ateca, the best ally for a fea more >> |
Lamborghini Avventura 2019: A Huracán EVO expedition above the Arctic Circle
30.07.2019
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| ....to explore Norway's Lofoten Islands Norway has become the latest destination for Lamborghini Avventura, the series of Lamborghini expeditions organized to discover the most spectacular places and roads in the world. more >> |
New Opel Corsa Top in Aerodynamics
29.07.2019
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| For Lower Emissions and Higher Efficiency Model of aerodynamics: class-leading drag coefficient of only 0.29 Every detail counts: active aero shutter, smooth underbody, rear roof spoiler&nb more >> |
PLAYMOBIL: THE MOVIE – Rex Dasher drives the Porsche Mission E
29.07.2019
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| Taycan example becomes a secret agent carElectric secret agent car: the Porsche Mission E sports car has a role in the new animated family film from Playmobil. The concept car is the prototype for the first all-electric Porsche, the Taycan, which will be launched in more >> |
SEAT Leon has reached the 1 million sold mark since its launch in 2012
29.07.2019
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| • Germany, Spain and the UK, the main markets of the Leon• The third generation changed the recent history of the brand This week the third generation SEAT Leon has achieved the million unit more >> |
Holger Gerrmann, new CEO at Porsche Korea
26.07.2019
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| Personnel change in the sales organisationHolger Gerrmann (49), currently Financial Director at Porsche Lizenz-und Handelsgesellschaft (PLH), will assume the position as CEO of Porsche Korea starting from 16 September 2019. more >> |
All new McLaren Paris latest retail location in Europe
25.07.2019
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| All new-McLaren Paris announced as the 26th retailer in the McLaren European retail network French automotive retailer LS Group appointed to launch all-new McLaren Paris dealership Servicing of McLaren cars to commence at new location from August 1 more >> |
Lexus is a Sponsor of the 76th Venice International Film Festival
25.07.2019
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| For the third consecutive year, Lexus is a sponsor of the Venice International Film Festival – La Biennale di Venezia Lexus UX Hybrid, the first full hybrid electric compact SUV in the premium segment, among the cars at the Biennale Cinema 2019 Actors, directors, and guests will arrive in about 35 Lexus more >> |
BMW Group Plant Spartanburg doubles battery production capacity
25.07.2019
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| - Investment of around ten million US dollars in production of fourth-generation batteries - Production of new BMW X5 Plug-in Hybrid to begin in August 2019 BMW Group Plant Spartanburg in the US state of South Caroli more >> |
SEAT, from hardware to software
24.07.2019
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| • The Software House announced at the Mobile World Congress will be called SEAT:CODE• New structure led by brand CIO Sebastian Grams, and Carlos Buenosvinos as CTO of the new software centre• This centre of excellence will be located in Barcelona• O more >> |
One million VW Touaregs: milestone to be celebrated by special model with elegant extras
24.07.2019
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| The Touareg “ONE Million” model with special Sechura Beige paintwork. Stylish “ONE Million” model with new special paintwork, perfectly coordinated interior and exclusive details more >> |
Nutrition at the wheel - What kind of food sits well with driving?
24.07.2019
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| • Eating right is key when sitting at the wheel for hours• Driving consumes between 1,000 and 1,350 kilocalories a day• Pasta, rice, onions and tomatoes do not make good driving companions• Dehydration is just as dangerous for a driver as being under the more >> |
Mercedes-Benz - Best Customer Experience 4.0
18.07.2019
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| – Fact sheet including quotes by Britta Seeger: The most important facts on "Best Customer Experience 4.0" of Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz is developing its global sales network on a co more >> |
New importer: Opel strengthens business in Israel
18.07.2019
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| Fresh start: Lubinski Group has taken over as importer Lubinski successfully sells Peugeot, Citroën and DS Automobiles vehicles in Israel Profitable sales growth outside Europe important pillar of PACE! plan
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Groupe Renault and Coscharis Group start partnership to produce and distribute Renault vehicles in Nigeria
18.07.2019
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| The Coscharis Group plant will start assembling Renault Logan and Renault Duster and will distribute the cars through their sales network throughout the country starting October 2019. Groupe Renault is leader in Africa with 18% market share. more >> |
Predictive active suspension in the Audi A8 flagship model
18.07.2019
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| Immense spectrum: maximum comfort or outstanding agility The electromechanical suspension system can actuate each wheel individually First-class travel experience: intelligently reduced longitudinal and transverse forces more >> |
Mitsubishi Motors' New Brand Center "MI-Garden GINZA" to Open in September 2019
17.07.2019
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| Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) announces that it will open its new brand center, MI-Garden GINZA (pronounced "My Garden"), to showcase the combination of inspired design, time-tested engineering, and pioneering technologies that the Mitsubishi Motors brand and its brand message "Drive your Ambition" represent. more >> |
