VW Group brand Audi, the city of Ingolstadt and Telekom are to cooperate on 5G technology. The parties signed a memorandum of understanding in Ingolstadt on Wednesday. The goal is to use the new 5G technology to make urban mobility safer, more digital and more sustainable.
Volkswagen Passenger Cars has appointed Dirk Große-Loheide as new board member for Procurement.
Marelli has established an advisory board consisting of global market experts.
A collaboration Between VW and a Traton subsidiary company (RIO) aims to make significant savings with more transparent and efficient processes.
Traton Group is planning an EUR1bn R&D spending plan for the next five years.
Aptiv has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Gabo Systemtechnik (Gabocom) from funds managed by Bregal Unternehmerkapital for around US$310m.
Continental's former powertrain division will now operate under the name Vitesco Technologies, effective immediately.
Nissan Motor has whittled down its shortlist of candidates to replace former CEO Hiroto Saikawa, who resigned last month after admitting to financial "misappropriation", to three company insiders - according to local reports in Japan citing sources close to the company.
Domestic sales by South Korea's five largest automakers increased by 2.1% to 112,407 units in September 2019 from weak year-earlier sales of 110,130 units, according to preliminary data released individually by the companies.
We take a detailed look at the new 2020 Defender's impressive coating tech as JLR launches its new design centre in Gaydon. The off-roader uses a special wrap with self-healing properties to automatically repair small scuffs and scratches.
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2 Oct, 2019
The Japanese manufacturer will bring a pair of retro-styled concept cars to this year’s Tokyo Motor Show
Tips & advice
2 Oct, 2019
It’s more than just an automatic, but what is Porsche’s PDK gearbox and how does it work?
The strike at General Motors in the US shows no sign of resolution, although a dialogue between the company and UAW is continuing.
Tips & advice
2 Oct, 2019
Many of Skoda’s most recent models are fitted with SmarkLink, but what is it and what does it do?
The UK government is to submit proposals today to Brussels for new arrangements over the UK's withdrawal from the EU trade bloc on October 31st. They are being described as a 'final' offer by UK government sources, but there is thought to be a willingness to negotiate on the UK side. Time, however, is short, with a meeting of EU ministers - which could potentially agree a new Brexit withdrawal agreement or 'deal' - scheduled for October 11th.
Opinion
2 Oct, 2019
With so many incredible automotive innovations in the industry, it's no wonder that Britain's car bosses are in demand says Steve Fowler
News
2 Oct, 2019
Audi has launched an updated version of the RS 4 Avant, with fresh exterior styling, a subtly revised interior and a 444bhp V6 engine
An industrial accident that resulted in the death of a worker at an Italian Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) plant has resulted in strike action. The death has led to an investigation by magistrates and demands from the labour union for improved safety measures.
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