Companies & Markets

cenews – December 4, 2024. Importers are calling for clear framework conditions for the transformation. They see the targets for sales of electric cars as unattainable despite imminent price reductions.

cenews – December 2, 2024. Maserati celebrated its 110th anniversary in Modena for two days. A Gran Turismo "110 Anniversario" is built for each year. Vehicle parade on the race track.

cenews – November 27, 2024. The joint venture with SAIC was extended by ten years at an early stage. By 2030, 18 new VW and Audi models are to be launched on the market, 15 of which will be exclusive.

cenews – November 27, 2024. KTM has payment obligations in the upper three-digit million range. Restructuring proceedings under its own responsibility for "redimensioning" are being sought.

cenews – November 21, 2024. Due to a lack of seats from Recaro, production of the Grenadier and Quartermaster models at the former Smart plant in Hambach has been suspended since September. Production is due to resume in January.

cenews – November 20, 2024. Chery, the country's most successful exporter, will now also be entering the German market next year with the new Omoda and Jaecoo brands.

cenews – November 18, 2024. MAN uses the Powercell unit from the Stuttgart-based automotive supplier in the six-cylinder engine of the hTGX, which has been honored with the Truck Innovation Award.

cenews – November 14, 2024. Davide Grasso takes over the newly created post of Chief Heritage Officer for 14 brands. Contact person for museums and development of new business opportunities.

cenews – November 11, 2024. The 45-year-old will take over from Karin Radström, CEO of Daimler Truck Holding. He is currently responsible for business in Latin America.

cenews – November 4, 2024. Spain and Italy with growth, Germany, France and the UK report a slight decline in new registrations. Mopeds on the decline everywhere.

cenews – October 31, 2024. In the first nine months of the year, the two VW brands together achieved almost 1.1 million deliveries. Skoda increases profit, Seat invests in Cupra.

cenews – October 30, 2024. 21 percent less than in the same period last year. The finance business contributed to the increase in turnover. Vehicle sales fell by four percent.

cenews – October 24, 2024. Spare parts warehouse in Amsterdam put into operation. Additional engines for the Wey 03. 40 percent of the vehicles produced are now exported.

cenews – October 24, 2024. Essen Motor Show celebrates the car in all its diversity with around 500 exhibitors from 15 countries with sports cars, tuning, classic cars and a whole lot more.

cenews – October 22, 2024. Japan with noticeable decline - Brazil and Mexico growing strongly - Europe and USA still below pre-pandemic levels

cenews – October 21, 2024. Inspired by the highest mountain in Europe, Jeep and outdoor clothing brand The North Face have developed a special model of the Avenger 4xe, limited to 4806 units.

cenews – October 21, 2024. First plant in Europe with integrated mechanical-hydrometallurgical process, double-digit million euro investment, recovery rate of 96 percent expected.

cenews – October 21, 2024. According to current GDV projections, steadily rising spare parts prices and workshop costs are reducing higher premium income, and insurance premiums could follow suit in the medium term.

cenews – October 20, 2024. MG is the most successful Chinese brand on the German market. 12.5 percent growth in the first nine months. Almost every twentieth electric car comes from there.

cenews – October 11, 2024. In the first nine months, deliveries fell by 2.8 percent, mainly due to the Chinese market. Significant growth in North and South America.

cenews – October 11, 2024. Model changes in four out of six model series and the tense market situation in China resulted in a seven percent drop in sales after nine months. Germany in the plus.

cenews – October 1, 2024. The Wrzesnia plant in Poland is home to one of the largest factory-owned solar plants in Europe. It extends over 22 hectares. On average, 20 percent is covered.

cenews – September 30, 2024. The company reached its production milestone with an Ioniq 5 built at its main plant. Half of all vehicles have been produced in the past eleven years.

cenews – September 30, 2024. The former Head of Marketing and Managing Director of Ducati Germany is returning to his former employer in a global role. New business division.

cenews – September 19, 2024. The Opel boss is relaxed about the announced tightening of CO2 limits in the coming year; two electric vans with hydrogen fuel cells complete the range.

cenews – September 19, 2024. New Chinese electric car brand, a joint venture between Stellantis and Leapmotor, launches in Europe with the battery-electric models T03 and C10, with more to follow.

cenews – September 19, 2024. Chinese electric brand feels "very committed to the European market" and wants to introduce a new model with advanced AI functions alongside its European range.

cenews – September 18, 2024. Citroën is the title partner of the Windsurf World Cup on Sylt for the first time, a long-term commitment with an extensive range of vehicles for test drives and VIP shuttles.

cenews – September 18, 2024. In the current YouGov study "Automotive Rankings Germany 2024", there is a cross-generational winner, only men and women are - once again - not in agreement.

cenews – September 18, 2024. For the first time, there are more electric cars on the road in Norway than petrol cars - not including hybrid combustion models, but diesel remains the dominant drive.

cenews – September 17, 2024. New hub to coordinate engineering, marketing, product development, sales and logistics; commercial vehicle business accounts for a third of Stellantis' total net sales.

cenews – September 16, 2024. The Chinese Geely brand is currently struggling in Germany. Dealers and a smaller model should turn things around, promises CEO Nicolas Lopez Appelgren in an interview.

cenews – September 15, 2024. Electronic quadruped autonomously monitors Jaguar Land Rover's production and test facilities for electric vehicles, up to 24 patrols day and night, seven days a week.

cenews – September 15, 2024. Alfa Romeo launches an advertising campaign with Spanish "Casa del papel" actor Pedro González Alonso for the dealer premiere of its compact SUV, spot already on YouTube.

cenews – September 13, 2024. Cross-brand design team, new addition Ex-Polestar designer Maximilian Missoni responsible for upper mid-range, luxury class and Alpina, BMW Design with two studios in future.

cenews – September 13, 2024. New showroom concept on Berlin's Kurfürstendamm to showcase the brand world in a new setting, around twenty locations planned in European and non-European countries.

cenews – September 12, 2024. Graduate industrial engineer now also chairs the FIA Manufacturers' Committee, the interface between the car manufacturers active in motorsport and the FIA institutions.

cenews – September 12, 2024. Declaration of intent to explore future vehicles, supply chains and clean energy technologies, improved efficiency and greater competitiveness

cenews – September 12, 2024. Almost half of Germans expect fewer traffic jams on freeways, but almost two thirds are concerned about the safety of heavy commercial vehicles without a person behind the wheel.

cenews – September 12, 2024. Mediocre result for Jeep Avenger, deficits in child protection, top rating for Audi Q6 e-tron, Ford Explorer, Subaru Crosstrek and Xpeng G6, Renault weakens with the Symbioz.

cenews – September 10, 2024. The Board of Management of BMW AG today adjusted its annual forecast for the financial year 2024. Significant decline in Group earnings expected.

cenews – September 9, 2024. "Automechanika" with new technologies for the mobility of tomorrow, topics: Electrification, sustainability, digitalization, networking, AI and recruiting.

cenews – September 8, 2024. To mark the 70th anniversary, Land Rover presents a fully restored Series IIA ambulance, one of the oldest humanitarian partnerships of its kind in the world.

cenews – September 8, 2024. The European racing series of the US-American V8 racing cars will return to the Motorsport Arena Oschersleben from September 20 to 22, pre-event on the town's market square.

cenews – September 6, 2024. Christian Stein has been appointed Chief Communications Officer, responsible for the communication of all Group activities; the Frenchman was previously with Seat for more than ten years.

cenews – September 6, 2024. Volkswagen is in crisis. The management mistakes of the past weigh heavily, and the current challenges of electromobility even more so. Creative ideas are needed.

cenews – September 5, 2024. Development of new fuel cell systems, use of synergies in development and procurement, first BMW model with fuel cell drive announced for 2028.

cenews – September 4, 2024. Marine conservation initiative combines worldwide expeditions, scientific research and actions to protect the oceans, two Boxers and three electric cars as support.

cenews – September 4, 2024. 313,700 cars rolled off the production lines in Germany, an increase of 24 percent compared to the same month last year, 2.7 million since January, order intake up after eight months.

cenews – September 2, 2024. Four charging stations with 400 kilowatts of power each, 25-meter-long charging stations also suitable for convenient charging of articulated lorries, further charging parks in planning.

cenews – August 23, 2024. Toyota is not leaving climate protection to electromobility alone. E-fuels and hydrogen also play a role in the development of new vehicles.

cenews – August 13, 2024. Many manufacturers only sell their cars in homeopathic doses because there is a lack of advertising. BYD is making a name for itself with the Olympics, MG already has one.

cenews – August 12, 2024. Mahle is working on a wireless solution. The vehicle must be positioned over the coil with centimeter precision. The technology has become the world standard.

cenews – August 7, 2024. In the first quarter, global sales remained at the record level of the previous year. Turnover and profit increased significantly. Germany most important European market.

cenews – August 6, 2024. Several weeks of test operation in car body construction successfully completed, the world's most advanced robot can autonomously perform numerous human-like and two-handed tasks.

cenews – August 6, 2024. US electric car manufacturer faces competition from established premium manufacturers, the Gravity SUV is to be followed by a mid-range model in 2026, Aston Martin wants to use technology.

cenews – August 5, 2024. The tire manufacturer's Executive Board has decided to examine this step in detail. The spin-off could be completed by the end of 2025. Annual General Meeting in April.

cenews – August 5, 2024. Almost 165,000 vehicles were sold worldwide in the first half of the year. One in ten went to Germany, where new registrations rose by 33 percent.

cenews – August 2, 2024. Memorandum of understanding signed. The three companies want to work more closely together on supply technologies in order to achieve their goals more quickly.

cenews – August 2, 2024. Best financial result for a first half-year. Sales increased by almost 14 percent. Both brands grew. Bestseller is the Formentor. Germany and Spain main markets.

cenews – July 30, 2024. The C10 and the T03 are shipped from Shanghai. Stellantis holds a 51% stake in the Chinese electric car manufacturer and uses its sales channels.

cenews – July 25, 2024. Spaniard to develop long-term strategy for the brand in newly created position, more than 20 years of marketing and management experience in the automotive industry.

cenews – July 25, 2024. A central meeting point for Olympic and Paralympic athletes, dealers and employees, Mobility Park showcases mobility solutions for people with physical disabilities.

cenews – July 25, 2024. Increased Group sales and record profitability, operating margin at 8.1%, currently number 3 in Europe and number 1 in France in terms of sales, strong order backlog.

cenews – July 24, 2024. Business figures for the first six months fell short of those for the first half of 2023 Five model changes. Second quarter stronger again.

cenews – July 22, 2024. First public appearance of the brand's new battery-electric SUV model, official world premiere in the fall, winning trophies made of crystal glass by Skoda Design.

cenews – July 22, 2024. Since 2022, more than 22,000 people from all over Europe have applied via a specially programmed app in 34 languages.

cenews – July 19, 2024. With 626,572 vehicles, a record result was achieved in the first half of the year. Second strongest brand on the continent. Lexus increased by 21 percent.

cenews – July 18, 2024. The Romanian brand recorded moderate growth in the first half of the year and is optimistic about the future. The Bigster premieres in the fall. Two other larger models planned

cenews – July 16, 2024. The automotive supplier's aftermarket division helps independent workshops with maintenance work on electric vehicles with Battery Pro diagnostic and service solutions.

cenews – July 16, 2024. ADAC analysis shows price increase of around 73 percent, on average 7000 euros more for electric models, almost impossible for many consumers to buy a new car.

cenews – July 15, 2024. Soccer sponsorship has greatly increased brand awareness and tripled sales in some countries. We spoke to Stella Li, Head of Europe.

cenews – July 10, 2024. Around 200,000 fewer vehicles than in 2023 were delivered in the first half of the year 3.6 percent more new registrations in Germany. Weak second quarter in China.

cenews – July 9, 2024. Porsche renews five of its six model series and sells seven percent fewer cars. Domestic market with significant growth, tense situation in China.

cenews – July 8, 2024. For five generations up to 2001, the Coupé was the Japanese company's technology leader, a concept car with hybrid drive at the Goodwood Festival of Speed and a pioneer for future models.

cenews – July 2, 2024. Following successful test flights, the automotive group increases its stake in Archer Aviation by a further 50 percent. The factory should be ready by the end of the year.

cenews – July 2, 2024. The energy supplier has built up a supply network of over 500,000 charging points in 14 European countries. Only green electricity is supplied.

cenews – July 2, 2024. Renault plans to launch the first models with lithium iron phosphate batteries in 2026. The technology is intended to make European cars cheaper and more competitive.

cenews – June 26, 2024. Due to construction work in Germany and France, three connections will be canceled for the period from August 12 to October 25. The Vienna - Brussels route is not affected.

cenews – June 23, 2024. The 4x4 and 8x8 vehicles are intended for the renewal of the logistics fleet. The armored driver's cab is now also available ex works in Wörth.

cenews – June 13, 2024. Global marketing cooperation for the launch of the new Illumination movie "Ich - Einfach Unverbesserlich 4", in Germany the "GOAL" special models take center stage.

cenews – June 12, 2024. Showcase of historic racing cars at the "Solitude Revival", Porsche with seven sports cars from six decades, Walter Röhrl drives his 911 GT3 Rallye - with E-Fuel.

cenews – June 12, 2024. Imports benefited from "unfair subsidies", BYD, Geely and SAIC affected by different percentages, maximum rate 38.1 percent, final decision by July 4.

cenews – June 12, 2024. Official automobile partner of Fashion Week for the first time, 30 shuttle vehicles for invited guests, collaboration with designer Emeric Tchatchoua continues.

cenews – June 11, 2024. The brand from Milwaukee wants to bring itself closer to motorsport fans. Own racing tradition. On the road in Germany with four motorcycles on the long distance.

cenews – June 11, 2024. The Wolfsburg-based company is not the first to admit that it has kept the combustion engine on the back burner.

cenews – June 11, 2024. By 2028, 60 billion euros will be invested in new combustion engines and 120 billion euros in electromobility - is Wolfsburg starting to rethink?

cenews – June 10, 2024. New Group headquarters to help achieve net-zero CO2 emissions target by 2038. Attractive working environment with landscaped park and open office space planned.

cenews – June 5, 2024. The focus of the potential collaboration is an electric panel van for Europe and South America below the Daily. Supply contract with Hyundai for a chassis.

cenews – June 4, 2024. According to the scooter company, a Milan court has now confirmed the patent infringement after years of dispute. A fine of over one million euros.

cenews – June 4, 2024. Sixt has secured the option for up to 250,000 of the Group's vehicles for its rental fleet as part of a billion-euro deal. Over 50 different models.

cenews – June 1, 2024. Up to 850 tests on drive and thermal management systems per year are possible. Up to 95 percent humidity and 5500 meters of altitude can be displayed.

cenews – May 30, 2024. At yesterday's Annual General Meeting, shareholders approved a dividend of nine euros for the past financial year. That is 30 cents more than in 2022.

cenews – May 28, 2024. Mazda, Toyota and Subaru want to focus their drive systems on electrification and climate-neutral fuels. Compact design with specific refinements for each brand.

cenews – May 28, 2024. The financial year ended at the end of March. The Austrian battery manufacturer continues to see small, sustained growth in the 12-volt vehicle electrical system and lead-acid technology.

cenews – May 28, 2024. Light commercial vehicles are on the rise at the multinational multi-brand group and already account for more than a third of net sales, making them number one by 2027.

cenews – May 27, 2024. Italians open the configurator for the entry-level versions, fully electric version costs 10,000 euros more, standard sprint in just under nine seconds, good standard equipment.

cenews – May 27, 2024. Five variants of the new edition are planned worldwide, the Fiat 500 is discontinued, only a few new cars are still on sale, but sales of the electric version are picking up again.

cenews – May 25, 2024. The Toyota Collection celebrates 40 years of the MR2, which became Japan's best-selling mid-engined sports car in three generations, with a public opening and free admission.

cenews – May 25, 2024. Centro Stile Ducati presents two remarkable concept bikes at the "Bike Shed MotoShow" in London; the project is intended to demonstrate the versatility of the technical basis.