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MG 4 vor der Verschiffung.

cenews – July 4, 2024. After no agreement was reached, the European Union asked the manufacturers to pay. Initially for four months. The rates vary depending on the brand.

Moto Morini Calibro.

cenews – July 4, 2024. The custom bike gets more 50 cubic capacity and 14 Newton meters more torque than the Seiemmezzo. The new model is also available as a bagger. From 7699 euros.

Verband der Automobilindustrie.

cenews – July 3, 2024. Anti-subsidy tariffs harm European consumers and companies are not in the interests of the EU. German exports would be severely affected.

Opel Frontera.

cenews – July 3, 2024. The entry-level hybrid with 100 hp is offered at prices starting at 23,900 euros. The electric version remains under 29,000 euros and will later be available with a larger battery.

Pedelecmotor Yamaha PW S2.

cenews – July 2, 2024. The Crosscore RC and the Wabash RT will be equipped with the stronger and lighter PW-S2. The gravel bike has also been given a new geometry.

Archer Midnight.

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.

Unterzeichnen den Kooperationsvertrag über eine Lizenfertigung: Deutz-Vorstandsvorsitzender Dr. Sebastian C. Schulte und Mallika Srinivasan, Chairman & Managing Director von Tafe Motors.

cenews – July 2, 2024. Cooperation with Tafe. The tractor manufacturer will initially produce up to 30,000 2.2 and 2.9 liter engines under license. Expansion to alternative drive systems is being examined.

Der Unternehmer Umit Sabanci stellte gemeinsam mit zwei weiteren Fahrern in einem Lucid Air Grand Touring einen neuen Rekord für Elektroautos auf.
By Walther Wuttke

cenews – July 2, 2024. Entrepreneur Umit Sabanci has set two world records for electric cars with a Lucid Air Grand Touring. A 19.5-hour drive and over 7000 euros in donations.

Elektroauto an einer Ladesäule von Eon.

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.

Ampere.

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.

Audi Q6 e-Tron Quattro.
By Frank Wald

cenews – July 2, 2024. After a long dry spell, a completely new Audi is now rolling into dealerships again, the first electric SUV from Ingolstadt on a new PPE platform with 800-volt technology.

Etrusco CV 640 PB.

cenews – July 1, 2024. Etrusco is launching the new CV 640 PB floor plan in the fall. The storage space can be almost doubled in height and volume if required. From 59,000 euros.

„My Honda+“-App.

cenews – July 1, 2024. The application has been revised. Among other things, it can now also be used as a digital vehicle key via smartphone. Locating and remote control functions.

Nur noch leicht getarnt: Skoda Elroq.

cenews – July 1, 2024. Skoda is launching its first electric compact SUV, the Elroq, in the fall. A range of up to 560 kilometers, charging times of less than half an hour and up to 300 hp.

Polestar 3.

cenews – June 30, 2024. The first vehicles of the new electric SUV have just been delivered and another variant has been announced. 220 kW and a range of up to 650 kilometers. From 78,590 euros.

RC-Car-Set „Football League“ von Revell.
By Jens Riedel

cenews – June 30, 2024. Revell has brought out a soccer game with two remote control cars. With a price of 29.99 euros, this is a good value offer. What is missing is a pitch.

Opel Zafira A (1999).

cenews – June 29, 2024. The Opel Zafira came onto the market 25 years ago and revolutionized the compact van segment. Three times "Golden Steering Wheel". Pioneer for alternative drives.

Mit einem nur leicht modifizierten Skoda Enyaq sind Renske Cox und Maarten van Pel Menschen mehr als 33.000 Kilometer durch Afrika gefahren. Das Fahrzeug übergaben sie anschließend dem Museum des Autoherstellers.

cenews – June 28, 2024. Two Dutch globetrotters want to encourage sustainable travel with their journey in an electric car. More than half of the energy required was supplied by the sun.

Audi Q6 e-Tron Quattro und Autor Frank Wald.

cenews – June 28, 2024. Audi has finally finished the Q6 e-Tron. Skoda launches an entry-level electric car and Lucid sets a range record. Triumph expands its range. Designer pedelec from Yamaha.

Maxus e-Deliver 7.

cenews – June 28, 2024. With the Euniq 6, the brand is offering a vehicle outside of the van segment for the first time. The e-Deliver 7 closes a gap in the model range.

Ducati Desert X Discovery.

cenews – June 28, 2024. The Italians have added the Discovery to the Desert X portfolio. Striking new black and red paintwork and full equipment at a price of just under 19,700 euros.

Hyundai Santa Fe.
By Frank Wald

cenews – June 28, 2024. Shortly before it is replaced by the new generation, the Korean SUV shows its qualities as a comfortable long-distance luxury liner as a full hybrid and with all-wheel drive.

Hyundai Inster.

cenews – June 27, 2024. Premiere in Busan. The electric car for the A-segment is designed to travel up to 355 kilometers. Two displays, sustainable materials and two performance levels.

Nightjet.

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.

Produktion des 100-millionsten Schubgliederbands bei Bosch in Tilburg.

cenews – June 26, 2024. The 100 millionth pusher link belt was manufactured in Tilburg in the Netherlands. It is a key component in CVT transmissions. Site expands production range.

BMW M5.

cenews – June 26, 2024. The performance sedan celebrates its world premiere at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Plug-in hybrid with 727 hp and 1000 Nm system output. Self-steering rear axle.

Skoda integriert Chat-GPT in sein Infotainmentsystem.

cenews – June 26, 2024. Skoda is expanding the range of functions of its voice assistant with Chat Pro. The artificial intelligence does not access data from the vehicle or the driver.

VW Golf R.
By Frank Wald

cenews – June 26, 2024. For the anniversary year, the most powerful and fastest series-produced version of all time appears, for the first time also as a Variant, with 333 hp and a top speed of up to 270 km/h, at a lower price than its predecessor.

Stadtverkehr.

cenews – June 25, 2024. At 55 hours per year, drivers in the capital lose the most time in traffic, on average 40 hours, with the most congested section in 2023 on the A8 in Stuttgart.

Vinfast VF 8 Plus.

cenews – June 25, 2024. Vietnamese electric SUV wins five out of six categories in the Asean NCAP test, only four stars in the Euro NCAP test, but top marks for child occupant protection.

Toyota GR Yaris.

cenews – June 25, 2024. Motorsport department Gazoo Racing increases the power of the three-cylinder turbo to 280 hp, new 8-speed automatic transmission, special editions celebrate rally drivers Ogier and Rovanperä.

Automatisiertes Schaltgetriebe Y-AMT von Yamaha.

cenews – June 25, 2024. New automated transmission offers manual shifting by finger control or fully automatic with two programs, better control with a sportier driving style.

Lieferroboter DAL-e Delivery von Hyundai und Kia.

cenews – June 24, 2024. The DAL-e Delivery delivers drinks ordered by office workers to the desired location. In addition to parking, parking robots will soon also take over loading.

Mercedes-Benz Zetros 8x8 für die kanadische Armee.

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.

Mercedes-Benz e-Citan Tourer mit langem Radstand.

cenews – June 21, 2024. The EQT and the e-Ctan Tourer are now also available as seven-seaters. New Mixto model variant with convertible row of seats. New MBUX, more assistance systems.

Toyota Prius.

cenews – June 21, 2024. The Toyota Prius cuts a great figure, and the Santa Fe doesn't have to shy away from comparison. Mash impresses with a sidecar and Yamaha with a scooter.

Mitsubishi ASX.
By Hans-Robert Richarz

cenews – June 21, 2024. After just one and a half years, the ASX, which is based on the Renault Captur, is getting a facelift. It should stand out more. The PHEV has been dropped from the range.

Auch VW holt immer öfter Chat-GPT an.

cenews – June 21, 2024. All VW vehicles with the new infotainment generation are equipped with it. The AI only intervenes if the previous voice control does not know the answer. Can be deactivated.

Steer-by-Wire-Versuchsfahrzeug.
By Guido Reinking

cenews – June 21, 2024. More than 48,000 associates work in software development at Bosch worldwide, 42,000 of whom are involved in mobility topics.

Zehn Jahre PS-Speicher.

cenews – June 20, 2024. The PS-Speicher celebrates its tenth anniversary with the Einbecker Oldtimertage from June 28 to June 30 with classic cars, live music and cabaret.

Fiat 500 F (1965–1972).

cenews – June 20, 2024. The decline of affordable small cars is not the result of corporate strategies, but a consequence of political requirements for greater environmental protection and safety

Citroën C3 Aircross.
By Walther Wuttke

cenews – June 20, 2024. The brand is continuing the strategy begun with the C3 saloon of offering affordable mobility in the B segment. Starting price: 18,490 euros.

cenews – June 20, 2024. President of the Association of German Engineers: "We need more technological expertise in this country's economic policy debates".

Opel Corsa GS 1,2 DI Turbo.
By Michael Kirchberger, cen

cenews – June 20, 2024. The four-meter-long Corsa four-door costs a sporty 28,990 euros as a well-equipped GS model with a 130 hp (96 kW) 1.2-liter turbocharged petrol engine.

Alfa Romeo Junior.

cenews – June 19, 2024. The all-electric top-of-the-range Veloce model in Alfa Romeo's new entry-level series will have 280 hp, which is 40 hp more than initially announced.

Lucid Air Pure RWD.
By Walther Wuttke

cenews – June 19, 2024. Lucid is launching its new entry-level model, the Air Pure RWD. The 85,000 euro electric saloon from the USA is a surprise. Operation almost exclusively digital.

BMW X3.

cenews – June 19, 2024. The next model generation of the SUV will be launched on the market in the fourth quarter. Longer, wider and flatter. Up to 398 hp. Plug-in hybrid with an electric range of up to 90 kilometers.

Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio und Giulia Quadrifoglio, Sondermodell „Super Sport“.

cenews – June 18, 2024. With the "Super Sport" special series, the brand is reminiscent of the winners of the Mille Miglia and the C6 1500 in the Giulia and Stelvio, with many dark accents and carbon fiber details.

Mazda 3.

cenews – June 18, 2024. Unusual ratio: the new entry-level petrol engine produces 140 hp from a displacement of 2.5 liters. More torque. The 3 Series and the CX-30 come with Alexa for the new model year.

La Strada Regent E.
By Michael Kirchberger

cenews – June 18, 2024. La Strada has implemented a new room concept on a six-meter camper van. The sleeping area becomes a face-to-face seating area.

Volvo EX40.
By Frank Wald

cenews – June 17, 2024. For the new model year, the Swedes have given their compact SUV Stromer an optional performance boost and a special model; the model abbreviation follows the new brand nomenclature.

Eura Mobil Intergra Line GT.
By Michael Kirchberger

cenews – June 16, 2024. Eura Mobil has presented its new products for the next travel season. Intergra Line GT based on Mercedes, Forster builds narrow and Karmann stays under 55,000 euros.

Seat Leon.

cenews – June 14, 2024. More torque for the base petrol engine and new plug-in hybrid. Larger display and illuminated touch sliders. Smartphone fast charging with cooling.

Fiat Grande Panda.

cenews – June 14, 2024. The new model with the name suffix Grande in SUV look is almost four meters long, is visually based on the original model and is also available as an electric car.

Rover TLM 709.
By Jens Riedel

cenews – June 14, 2024. A traditional name from the automotive world returns as a bicycle brand. Three, five or nine levels of assistance? Powerful mid-motor.

Pedelec-Nabenmotor X30 von Mahle.

cenews – June 14, 2024. Weighing less than two kilograms, it sets new standards. 45 Nm of torque. The X30 system can be adapted to the wishes of the bike manufacturer.

VW-Marketingkampagne mit den Minions zum Start des Kinofilms „Ich – Einfach Unverbesserlich 4“.

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.

Hyundai i30.

cenews – June 13, 2024. Available to order now at prices from 27,590 euros, two body variants, two equipment lines, two turbo petrol engines with 100 and 140 hp, 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox optional.

Nissan Interstar.

cenews – June 13, 2024. The first variants of the van are now available to order with different diesel engines, wheelbases and conversions, including an electric version with a range of up to 460 kilometers.

Opel Mokka als Hybrid mit 48-Volt-Technologie.

cenews – June 13, 2024. The city SUV with 48-volt hybrid drive, up to 20 percent reduced fuel consumption and partially electric at low speeds, is now also available from 31,915 euros.

BMW 2er Coupé.

cenews – June 13, 2024. With a detailed modified design, extended standard equipment and consistent digitalization, the two-door model is now even more attractive.

Weinsberg X-Pedition.
By Michael Kirchberger

cenews – June 13, 2024. New adventure vans from Knaus and Weinsberg with higher ground clearance and all-wheel drive, but not ready for series production until the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf at the end of August.

Opel Corsa-Kampagne „Yes, of Corsa“.

cenews – June 12, 2024. Art Directors Club honors the campaign developed with Jung von Matt in several categories: a breath of fresh air for the brand and car advertising, tonality for future Opel advertising.

Porsche Heritage und Museum schickt Motorsport-Fahrzeuge aus sechs Jahrzehnten zum „Solitude Revival“.

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.

MG 4 vor der Verschiffung.

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.

Peugeot-Studie Inception Concept x 3Paradis.

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.

Mini Cooper 5-Türer.

cenews – June 12, 2024. With a good seven centimeters more wheelbase, the extended version should provide space for three people in the rear seats, three- and four-cylinder petrol engines with 156 hp and 204 hp.

Xpeng G6.
By Walther Wuttke

cenews – June 11, 2024. The SUV coupé arrives in August with a good cw value and two battery sizes, one of which can be combined with all-wheel drive. Prices not yet final due to EU.

Harley-Davidson.

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.

Abarth Offshore.

cenews – June 11, 2024. The motorboat Offshore in car look is designed as a tender for yachts. It has 230 hp and a speed of over 100 km/h. If there is interest, up to 500 units will be built.

Porsche 963 (2024) und 917/30 (1973).

cenews – June 11, 2024. 50 years of turbocharging: The interplay between motorsport and series production can be seen in the technology and Le Mans - right up to the new 911 Carrera GTS T-Hybrid.

Elli Charger 2.
By Axel F. Busse

cenews – June 11, 2024. The Volkswagen subsidiary Elli is cooperating with the Norwegian photovoltaic provider Otovo and wants to enter the electricity business. New wallbox presented.

Peter Schwerdtmann.
By Peter Schwerdtmann

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.

Mehr gibt es vorerst nicht zu sehen: Hyundai Inster.

cenews – June 11, 2024. The Inster, which is a further development of the Casper with a combustion engine, will be presented in South Korea at the end of the month. The target range is over 350 kilometers.

Volkswagen-Konzern.

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?

Johannes Brandenburger, Geschäftsführer der O! Automobile GmbH, der deutschen Importeursgesellschaft für GWM.
By Walther Wuttke

cenews – June 11, 2024. The offices in Munich will be closed. The reason given is the difficult market situation. The Emil Frey Group continues to sell the Ora and Wey models.

Walther Wuttke.
By Walther Wuttke

cenews – June 10, 2024. Autoren-Union Mobilität changes the service provider for static reporting for the distribution of texts, photos and videos in internet and print media.

Aus der Opel-Hauptverwaltung wird bei Stellantis nun ein „grEEn-campus“.

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.

Volkswagen gehört vom 22. bis 24. Oktober 2024 zu den Ausstellern auf der Internationalen Zuliefererbörse in Wolfsburg.

cenews – June 10, 2024. Volkswagen wants to strengthen dialog with suppliers at the IZB 2024 in Wolfsburg from October 22 to 24, 2024. Four hubs on key topics planned.

Der Experimental-GT von Opel war bei seiner Premiere auf der IAA 1965 das erste Konzeptfahrzeug eines deutschen Herstellers.
By Guido Reinking

cenews – June 10, 2024. 125 years of automotive engineering at Opel. To mark the anniversary, Opel chief designer Mark Adams takes a few treasures from the brand's history out of the magazine - prototypes and concept studies from the past.

Textilkombi Ducati Explorer.

cenews – June 9, 2024. The "Explorer" collection is based on the Desert Rally X. A textile suit with an inner layer that can also be worn over the jacket in the rain, plus a boot and casual clothing.

Nissan Qashqai.
By Frank Wald

cenews – June 9, 2024. The Japanese have given the current generation of their bestseller a remarkable facelift, with a transparent hood and integrated Google services, but the drive systems remain unchanged.

Toyota RAV4, erste Generation 1994-2000.

cenews – June 9, 2024. Compact SUV pioneer combined off-road capability with road comfort, more than 14 million sold worldwide in five generations, with electric drive as early as 1997.

Harley-Davidson Euro Festival an der Côte d’Azur.

cenews – June 8, 2024. From May 8-11, 2025, thousands of bikers and fans will meet in Port Grimaud in the south of France, custom bike show, music acts and parade through Saint-Tropez, early bird tickets.

Hessens Ministerpräsident Boris Rhein, Aufsichtsratsvorsitzender der Opel Automobile GmbH Xavier Chéreau, Opel CEO Florian Huettl, Bundeskanzler Olaf Scholz, Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares und Stellantis Chairman John Elkann (v.l.n.r.) bei der offiziellen Eröffnung der Feierlichkeiten zu 125 Jahren Automobilbau bei Opel.

cenews – June 8, 2024. Ceremony in Rüsselsheim with Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz, Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares and Hesse's Minister President Boris Rhein, public premiere for new Frontera and Grandland.

Voll belegt: Wohnmobilstellplätze.
By Michael Kirchberger

cenews – June 8, 2024. The boom is leading to significant impairments that actually contradict the original idea of this form of vacation. Accommodation prices are also rising.

Peugeot Metropolis 400i.

cenews – June 7, 2024. Tilting technology: Piaggo's successful lawsuit against Peugeot Motocycles in Italy and France has no effect on the sale of the Metropolis in Germany.

Tesla Cybertruck.
By Scotty Reiss

cenews – June 7, 2024. The Tesla Cybertruck is not for aesthetes. Our author, who sat down in the polarizing pick-up, thinks it is more suited to the post-apocalypse.

VW California Coast.

cenews – June 6, 2024. The popular camper van is available in five different versions and two engines. Beach and Beach Tour with car registration. From 62,689 euros.

Von ZF Lifetec entwickeltes neues Lenkrad.
By Guido Reinking

cenews – June 6, 2024. The company subsidiary Lifetec has many ideas for further improving passive safety in cars. Optimization of airbags and seat belts. Soon to be independent.

Dacia Sandrider.

cenews – June 6, 2024. The Dakar prototype was on the road in Wales and France. Following work on the vehicle, a test drive in Morocco is scheduled for the end of the month.

Skoda Superb Limousine.
By Frank Wald

cenews – June 6, 2024. After the estate, the saloon is now also starting what will probably be its last round with a combustion engine, starting off with just two petrol and two diesel engines and the best aerodynamics.

Iveco e-Daily.

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.

Ein mit 14 Kameras, zehn Radar- und sechs Lidarsensoren bestückter Leaf dient Nissan als Prototyp für autonomes Fahren.

cenews – June 5, 2024. The prototype of a retrofitted Leaf is currently driving on public roads in Japan. 16 radar and lidar sensors and 14 cameras record the surroundings.

Eduardo Ramírez.

cenews – June 5, 2024. Eduardo Ramírez becomes Chief Designer at Hyundai in Rüsselsheim. He has worked for the company for 17 years. He previously worked as an exterior designer at Audi and General Motors.

Produktion des Ford Explorer im Werk Köln.
By Guido Reinking

cenews – June 4, 2024. Only electric cars are now built in Cologne. Where the Fiesta needed six screws, the new model has 58.

Peugeot Metropolis SW.

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.

Feiern mit einem Lancia Ypsilon die Lieferung von rund 30.000 Fahrzeugen in fünf Monaten: Stellantis-COO Uwe Hochgeschurtz und Konstantin Sixt, Co-CEO des Autovermieters.

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.

Lancia Aurelia B20 GT (1951–1958).

cenews – June 3, 2024. Former world rally champion Miki Biasion will be competing in a Lancia Aurelia B20 GT in Brescia. Alberto Ascari won 70 years ago with the D24 Spider.

DS 7 Vauban.

cenews – June 3, 2024. The French car manufacturer offers the 7 as the armored Vauban model. The vehicle weighs 164 kilograms more with protection equipment than an E-Tense 4x4 300.