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Elektrifizierter Lkw-Anhänger „TrailTrax“ von ZF.

cenews – September 17, 2024. system is designed to reduce emissions by up to 16 percent through recuperation, and even 40 percent with plug-in drive, trailers from Kässbohrer and Krone at the IAA Transportation.

Renault Transporter-Studie Estafette Concept.

cenews – September 17, 2024. At the IAA Transportation, the French are presenting their vision of an electric delivery van with the footprint of a Kangoo, turning circle of a Clio, load capacity of a Trafic, series production in 2026.

Kia-Studie PV5 Concept auf der IAA Transportation 2024.

cenews – September 17, 2024. At the IAA Transportation, the Koreans are presenting four studies for a future range of electric vans; the first series model is scheduled for 2025, with up to 300,000 units planned per year.

Bulli-Spektrum der 7. Generation: Transporter, Multivan und ID Buzz.

cenews – September 16, 2024. More power and range, new entry-level versions with 59 kWh battery for the electric van, premiere for the Multivan e-Hybrid 4Motion with plug-in hybrid all-wheel drive.

Renault Master H2 Tech.

cenews – September 16, 2024. Master H2-Tech with 700 kilometers of emission-free range, developed together with fuel cell specialists Plug Power, as a van, flatbed or just as a chassis.

Lynk & Co.
By Guido Reinking

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.

VW Transporter und „The Transporter“-Schauspieler Jason Statham.

cenews – September 16, 2024. Seventh generation of the commercial version on the Ford Transit platform, a plug-in hybrid and three electric drives for the first time, advertising coup with "The Transporter" Jason Statham.

JLR setzt Roboterhund „Rover“ zur Überwachung der Produktionsanlagen im Werk Coventry ein.

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.

Werbespot für Alfa Romeo Junior mit Schauspieler Pedro González Alonso.
By Frank Wald

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.

Land Rover Discovery „35th Anniversary Edition“.
By Walther Wuttke

cenews – September 13, 2024. 35 years ago, the all-wheel drive specialist launched a model on the market that not only excelled off-road, but also as a comfortable van for everyday use.

Neues BMW-Designteam um Chefdesigner Adrian van Hooydonk.

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.

Renaults erster rnlt© Store am Berliner Ku‘damm.

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.

Lutz Leif Linden, neu ernannter Präsident des Automobilclub von Deutschland (AvD).

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.

GM-Vorstandsvorsitzende Mary Barra und Euisun Chung, Vorstandsvorsitzende der Hyundai Motor Group, haben eine mögliche Zusammenarbeit vereinbart.

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

Autonomes Fahren: Der Griff ins Lenkrad soll jederzeit möglich sein.

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.

Jeep Avenger im Euro NCAP-Test 2024.

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.

Mit der 360-Grad-Kamera: Frankfurt.

cenews – September 11, 2024. Study on road safety in Europe - Munich and Hamburg score best in Germany - majority in favor of 30 km/h and a zero alcohol limit.

BMW-Hauptverwaltung "Vierzylinder" in München.

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.

Smart #5.

cenews – September 10, 2024. The most versatile vehicle in the Smart model range to date will initially appear in China and Australia. Details for Europe have not yet been finalized.

VW Touareg e-Hybrid.

cenews – September 10, 2024. Volkswagen apparently does not want to raise the prices for electric cars. The state of Lower Saxony is now calling for concrete incentives for electric vehicles.

Automechanika in Frankfurt.

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

Defender im Einsatz für Rotes Kreuz Italien.

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.

Nascar-Starterfeld in der Motorsport Arena Oschersleben.

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.

Porsche Taycan Turbo S Celestial Jade.

cenews – September 8, 2024. With this unique piece, the Sonderwunsch Exclusive Manufaktur demonstrates the art of Chromaflair painting, the color changes depending on the incidence of light and viewing angle.

Volvo EX90.
By Daniel Killy

cenews – September 7, 2024. The Swedes' new electric flagship impresses on the first drive with high-tech comfort, relaxed elegance and an unprecedented level of safety.

Christian Stein, CCO der Renault Group.

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.

Range Rover Riviera Edition.

cenews – September 6, 2024. German premiere of the Range Rover Riviera Edition in Hamburg, exclusive special model as a tribute to the lifestyle of Europe's most beautiful coasts, limited to ten units.

Peugeot E-5008.
By Guido Borck

cenews – September 6, 2024. The largest crossover SUV in the model range is now also available as an electric model. It offers space for up to seven people and is said to boast a range of up to 660 kilometers.

Guido Reinking, Chefredakteur des Auto-Medienportals.
By Guido Reinking

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.

Showcar R17 electric restomod x Ora Ïto.

cenews – September 5, 2024. Modern reinterpretation of the historic sports coupé, one-off created in collaboration with the French designer Ora Ïto, not a precursor to a possible series model.

BMW-Chef Oliver Zipse und Toyota-Präsident Koji Sato.

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.

Volvo XC90.

cenews – September 5, 2024. New SUV top model rolls into dealerships at the end of the year with mild hybrid and plug-in hybrid petrol engines, four equipment lines, prices start from 79,890 euros.

Mit der vollelektrischen Studie 4Ever Trophy zeigte Renault bereits auf dem letzten Pariser Salon, wie ein R4 als Elektro-SUV aussehen könnte.

cenews – September 4, 2024. New Renault 4 debuts as another electric car in the B-segment, two more concept cars and a show car from Alpine, all five brands with their own stands.

Meeresschutzinitiative "Under the Pole".

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.

Produktion des VW Golf im Werk Wolfsburg.

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.

Volvo EX90.

cenews – September 4, 2024. All-electric premium SUV starts from EUR 83,700 in Germany, three drive systems with a maximum of 380 kW (517 PS), two battery sizes for WLTP ranges of up to 614 kilometers.

Kia Sorento.
By Guido Reinking

cenews – September 4, 2024. The Koreans' largest SUV with a turbodiesel is fast and economical on the road, and also impresses in everyday use with its spaciousness and safety features.

Cupra Terramar.

cenews – September 3, 2024. New SUV model completes the offensive of the sporty Seat offshoot, five gasoline, mild and plug-in hybrid drive systems with outputs of up to 272 hp, delivery at the end of the year.

Bürstner Talis auf dem Caravan Salon Düsseldorf 2024.
By Michael Kirchberger

cenews – September 3, 2024. Talis" caravan with flexible use of furniture and fold-out alcove, ideal trailer for electric cars at 900 kilograms, "Action" caravan with eye-catching off-road look.

Kia PBV-Studien für die IAA Transportation 2024.

cenews – September 2, 2024. European premiere for four possible fully electric and connected variants of the future PV5 and PV7 models, Korean brand at the trade fair in Hanover for the first time.

Personenzug im Gotthard-Basistunnel.

cenews – September 2, 2024. 13 months after the derailment of a freight train, the world's longest railroad tunnel is fully open to rail traffic, with a direct half-hourly connection to Ticino.

Ladestation von Eon für E-Lkw im Hamburger Hafen.

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.

Audi Q5.
By Jens Meiners

cenews – September 2, 2024. The core model from Ingolstadt is now in its third generation: Economical, modern and partially electrified. A plug-in hybrid is to follow later.

Hyundai Santa Fe.
By Frank Wald

cenews – August 30, 2024. The large SUV of the fifth generation appeals with its monolithic design, generous spaciousness and well thought-out variability, while there is still room for improvement in terms of drive systems.

Fertigung des Skoda Octiva im tschechischen Werk Kvasiny.

cenews – August 29, 2024. With the relocation of Superb production to Bratislava, Skoda gains additional capacity for its bestseller. Over 7.5 million units since 1996.

Werk von ZF Foxconn Chassis Modules in Peking.

cenews – August 29, 2024. Founded in 1994, the joint venture is represented internationally with 25 locations and benefits from the ouotsorcing in the automotive industry. Two new plants in Hungary go into operation.

Bosch hat mittlerweile über eine Million Ladepunkte geschaffen.

cenews – August 29, 2024. There are now over one million charging points on four continents, most of them in Europe. Forecasts predict strong growth in the business.

Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.

cenews – August 26, 2024. The super sports car is reminiscent of the 1960s model of the same name. All 33 models have already been sold. Optionally with V6 or electric drive.

Philipp Römers.
By Jens Meiners

cenews – August 26, 2024. The top Audi designer goes to the electric brand in Sweden. He meets an old acquaintance there. His successor is Massimo Frascella, who comes from Jaguar Land Rover.

Toyota GR Supra GT4 Evo 2.

cenews – August 26, 2024. Toyota has listened to the feedback from teams and drivers and is sending the GR Supra GT4 into the next racing season with some optimizations.

Nissan Interstar mit herausnehmbaren Campingmodul von Plug Van.

cenews – August 26, 2024. Nissan is presenting the new Interstar with a Plug Van leisure module at the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf. The insert can be easily removed again.

Vanessa Repp.

cenews – August 26, 2024. Vanessa Repp becomes Vice President Future Product. Tobias Gubitz takes over responsibility for Sales. Both have been with the company for around ten years.

Skoda Motorsport stellt auf dem Nordic Sustainable Mobility Forum nachhaltige Materialien vor: Der ausgestellte Fabia RS Rally2 zeigt Karosseriekomponenten aus Flachsfasern, so zum Beispiel der hintere Stoßfänger.

cenews – August 24, 2024. Skoda presents a Fabia RS with a range of components made from biocomposite materials at the Nordic Sustainable Mobility Forum in Finland. Enyaq Coupé RS Race concept study.

Wohnmobile auf dem Hof eines Händlers.
By Michael Kirchberger

cenews – August 24, 2024. The variety of products at the exhibition at the Düsseldorf Exhibition Center has never been so great. Nevertheless, the industry is showing the first signs of concern.

Schwingungsversuch am VoloCity.

cenews – August 23, 2024. The German Aerospace Center (DLR) has conducted vibration tests on the "VoloCity" flying cab from Volocopter.

Toyota Land Cruiser SE Concept.
By Walther Wuttke

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.

Rimac Nevera R.

cenews – August 21, 2024. Rimac goes one better with the Nevera R. 40 vehicles are built at a unit price of 2.3 million euros. 2136 hp and a theoretical speed of 412 km/h.

Renault Symbioz.
By Walther Wuttke

cenews – August 20, 2024. The brand closes the gap between Captur and Austral with a 4.40-meter-long compact SUV. Hybrid drive with 143 hp. The WLTP consumption is 4.8 liters. From 32,500 euros.

Can-Am Origin und Pulse (v.l.).

cenews – August 20, 2024. The two electric models are a naked bike and an enduro. The 8.9 kWh battery should enable ranges of up to 160 kilometers in the city.

Volkswagen ID Buzz GTX.

cenews – August 20, 2024. The Pure Freestyle pushes the price down to just under 50,000 euros. The GTX is at the top of the range. In future, the Cargo will also be available with all-wheel drive. Up to 1.8 tons towing capacity.

Yamaha Wolverine RMAX 4 1000 LE.

cenews – August 19, 2024. The Wolverine RMAX 2 gets a version with a sportier touch, the four-seater is extended by a small loading area. New turf mode protects the turf.

Innenraumstudie EVI (Electric Vehicle Interior) von Yanfeng: Dirk Blomeyer (r.) erklärt Autor Guido Borck die Bedienung.
By Guido Borck

cenews – August 19, 2024. With the EVI concept study, Chinese supplier Yanfeng shows where the journey in terms of vehicle interiors will take us in the future. Because this will change massively.

Dieser Porsche 911 Speedster (Typ 993) wurde für den Designer und Sammler Luca Trazzi als Unikat über das Sonderwunsch-Programm verwirklicht.

cenews – August 19, 2024. Designer and Porsche collector Luca Trazzi missed a 993 version and had it built according to his own ideas via the special program. Unique in Ottoyellow.

Lamborghini Temerario.
By Guido Reinking

cenews – August 19, 2024. The brand completes the hybridization of its model range with the successor to the Huracán. 340 km/h fast. A purely electric car has already been announced.

Kia Niro Plug-in-Hybrid.
By Frank Wald

cenews – August 18, 2024. The crossover is a versatile city runabout with a green conscience, but if you want plug-in power, you have to be patient when charging - and dig deep into your pocket.

Porsche 911 Turbo „50 Jahre“.

cenews – August 16, 2024. The 911 Turbo "50 Years" is based on the S presented in 2019 and was built in 1974. Design elements quote the history. Optional heritage package. From 274,000 euros.

Citroën C4.
By Walther Wuttke

cenews – August 16, 2024. With the C4 You, Citroën offers a compact model for less than 20,000 euros. Functional cockpit with manageable entertainment. 1.2-liter engine with 101 hp.

BMW M5 Touring.

cenews – August 16, 2024. The plug-in hybrid has a system output of 727 hp and 1000 Nm and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in under four seconds. Up to 305 km/h on request.

Traktoren der neuen 6M-Serie von John Deere, die in Mannheim gebaut werden.

cenews – August 15, 2024. Net profit in the third quarter of the current financial year fell by 42% compared to the previous year. Weak market conditions.

VW Caddy e-Hybrid.

cenews – August 15, 2024. The new e-Hybrid with a 1.5-liter engine has a system output of 150 hp and a range in pure electric mode of up to 122 kilometers. Also available as a Maxi.

Foto der Woche: Toyota Prius.
By Frank Wald

cenews – August 14, 2024. The fifth generation of the pioneer of hybrid technology cuts a fine figure visually and in terms of driving dynamics, but also skimps on fuel consumption, luggage space and charging performance.

Nico Müller.

cenews – August 14, 2024. The 32-year-old Swiss will be the new works driver and will initially drive for the Andretti Formula E customer team in Formula E. The other assignments are still open.

Chery Fulwin T10.

cenews – August 14, 2024. With the plug-in hybrid Fulwin T10, the Chinese brand covered 2100 kilometers in one go. The previous record was beaten by 300 kilometers.

Mahle hat einen Lüfter für Elektrofahrzeuge entwickelt, dessen Blätter sich an den Flügeln von Eulen orientiert.

cenews – August 13, 2024. At the IAA Transportation, the technology group is presenting a world first: a high-performance fan whose blades are modeled on wings. Halving the noise.

Guido Reinking, Chefredakteur des Auto-Medienportals.
By Guido Reinking

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.

European Bike Week.

cenews – August 12, 2024. Faak am See is once again transformed into a 40,000 square meter Harley Village at the beginning of September. Open-brand event with a varied program.

Wir haben es ausprobiert: So funktioniert das induktive Ladesystem von Mahle mit einem kleinen Smart EQ Fortwo.
By Guido Reinking

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.

Aprilia SR GT 125 „Replica“.

cenews – August 10, 2024. The "Urban Adventure" scooter goes among the highwaymen. The paintwork is based on the Moto GP machines and tires with a sporty profile. Starting number included.

Escape Game im Porsche-Museum.

cenews – August 9, 2024. Escape game as a new visitor offer: In small groups of two to five people, participants slip into the role of Heritage Guardians and track down the sports car brand.

Citroën C4.

cenews – August 9, 2024. Citroën C4 as an affordable entry-level offering in the compact class. The Kia Niro plug-in hybrid ensures a green conscience. Brussels sets its sights on something again.

Alessandro Lupino auf der Ducati Desmo 450 MX.

cenews – August 9, 2024. Tony Cairoli will compete as a guest rider on the prototype at the World Championship round in the Netherlands. Development work in the Italian championship continues.

Skoda ist Hauptsponsor der Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift.

cenews – August 8, 2024. The car manufacturer is supporting the cycle race for the third time and is providing 70 support vehicles and the "Red Car". Sponsor of the green jersey and donor of the trophy.

Mazda.

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.

Umgebauter Toyota Proace Verso mit Rollstuhlbasketballerin Lisa Bergenthal.

cenews – August 6, 2024. Disabled-accessible van version with automatically extending wheelchair ramp from conversion specialist Gruau, athlete Lisa Bergenthal is traveling to Paris with great ambitions.

Testbetrieb mit humanoiden Robotern im BMW-Werk Spartanburg.

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.

Nissan testet Lacktechnologie mit kühlender Wirkung.

cenews – August 6, 2024. New technology lowers temperature on vehicle surface and interior, energy savings through reduced operation of air conditioning system, study with NV 100 at Tokyo Airport.

Opel Astra Sports Tourer Electric.
By Walther Wuttke

cenews – August 6, 2024. The Rüsselsheim-based company is focusing on the electric mode of transportation and is planning new models only as electric versions from next year. The range is already very extensive.

VW ID 3 GTX Performance.

cenews – August 6, 2024. New performance version with 240 kW now available to order, remains with rear-axle drive, 600 kilometer range and only limited at 200 km/h, 2500 euros surcharge.

Geschwindigkeitskontrolle mit einem „Blitzer“.

cenews – August 6, 2024. German-Swiss police treaty in force since May, Federal Office of Justice responsible for enforcement, AvD gives tips on dealing with unwelcome mail from abroad.

Lucid Europa-Chef Alexander Lutz.
By Walther Wuttke

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.

Unternehmenszentrale von Continental in Hannover.

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.

Dacia Sandero Stepway.

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.

Kia Picanto Vision.
By Frank Wald

cenews – August 5, 2024. With a second facelift, the Koreans are bringing their smallest model closer to the new design line, with state-of-the-art comfort and safety equipment, but no electrification.

Unikat: Porsche 911 GT3 RS „Tribute to Jo Siffert“.

cenews – August 4, 2024. The tribute model of the 911 GT3 RS picks up on details of the 917 and was created in close collaboration with the family of the deceased racing driver. The buyer is chosen by lot.

Mitsubishi.

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.

Lucid.

cenews – August 2, 2024. We talk to the European head of Lucid and present the newly updated Kia Picanto. A practical test of the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 and an innovation from Bürstner.

VW Transporter (Ausführung: „Pan Americana“).

cenews – August 2, 2024. The van is significantly larger, but still fits into the parking garage with a normal roof. Tidy cockpit. Available as a diesel, plug-in hybrid and electric version with up to 286 hp.

Seat Ibiza.

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.

Peugeot E-3008.

cenews – August 1, 2024. Many buyers of the Peugeot 3008 opt for the top-of-the-range GT trim and a quarter choose the electric version. A plug-in hybrid will be added shortly.

Die ersten Fahrzeuge von Leapmotor stehen in Shanghai zur Verschiffung nach Europa bereit.

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.