Articles by author Guido Reinking

cenews – May 1, 2024. Customers' tastes have changed. Former designers from VW and Audi are now setting the trend in China - globally.

cenews – April 30, 2024. From the summer, the Formentor and Leon will have a shark nose, a new cockpit and up to 333 hp. Prices remain virtually unchanged when adjusted for equipment.

cenews – April 29, 2024. The sports car manufacturer's first plug-in hybrid delivers 800 hp, making it even more powerful than the previous top model. 60 kilometers of electric range.

cenews – April 18, 2024. Stuttgart-based automotive supplier remains number one worldwide, 91.6 billion euros turnover, focus on combustion engines, fuel cells and battery-electric drives.

cenews – April 18, 2024. Mazda comes with a premium product, but not at a premium price. The CX-80 has spectacular drives and a homely interior.

cenews – April 2, 2024. Bosch surveyed over 11,000 people in seven countries. More than half of them hope that AI will improve mobility and expect a high level of performance.

cenews – March 22, 2024. The success is not only due to the Cupra sports brand. The company is returning to profit. A series of new products announced.

cenews – March 21, 2024. Volkswagen transfers the GTX concept to the ID Buzz, which is also available with a long wheelbase. 250 kW and all-wheel drive. To 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds.

cenews – March 20, 2024. The automotive group acquires a stake in the French start-up. Solid-state systems do not require moving parts and are more cost-effective. First it's the turn of the premium brands.

cenews – March 14, 2024. Wolfsburg is pressing ahead with electric cars in particular. However, an entry-level model for around 20,000 euros is not in sight until 2027, while the ID 2 is expected to cost around 25,000 euros.

cenews – March 13, 2024. Sales of electric cars rose by 35 percent last year. Nevertheless, the Wolfsburg-based company is also investing in combustion engines.

cenews – February 25, 2024. In April, however, the Milano will be the first electric car from the Italian premium brand in the Stellantis Group; the Giulia and Stelvio are to be renewed in 2025 and 2026.

cenews – February 22, 2024. The huge overcapacities in China are to end up on the local continent. The factories' export quota is to be boosted by their own fleet of transport ships.

cenews – February 22, 2024. After more than seven million units, the third generation of the compact SUV rolls out. New operating concept, more space and a choice of six drive systems.

cenews – February 1, 2024. Following the disappointing sales figures to date, the Chinese car manufacturer is working on a small car project and going the retail route.

cenews – January 29, 2024. The new mid-range SUV is reasonably priced. The drive could do with a little more power, but technically the brand is at the forefront. Thin dealer network.

cenews – January 25, 2024. In future, the Stuttgart SUV will only be available as an electric car, but with up to 639 hp and a sprint time of up to 3.3 seconds. It starts at 84,100 euros.

cenews – January 19, 2024. A software company from Silicon Valley has developed a program that helps to reduce waste in battery production to ten percent.

cenews – January 17, 2024. The second most popular brand among buyers in Europe. Sales increased by 17.1 percent. The Renault subsidiary is in the top ten. The Spring will remain the most affordable electric car.

cenews – January 10, 2024. Bosch presents Automated Valet Charging together with the VW software division Cariad in Las Vegas. Focus on the interior and hydrogen in the engine.

cenews – January 1, 2024. Classic cars as an investment. It doesn't always have to be an expensive Ferrari or Lamborghini. An Opel Corsa, for example, is also traded twice as high today as it was a year ago.

cenews – December 17, 2023. Even for the American cult brand, there is no way around the battery drive. The Wagoneer is also set to be reborn at the end of next year.

cenews – December 12, 2023. The new generation of pick-ups is a joint product. Lots of options and assistance systems. Only available in Germany as a crew cab with diesel and all-wheel drive.

cenews – December 11, 2023. In his book, Harald Hamprecht tells all kinds of new details and exciting stories from the first 125 years of the traditional German brand, forgotten prototypes and motorcycles.

cenews – December 8, 2023. The Japanese manufacturer believes in the small segment. "Mobility should be affordable for many people," says the Head of Sales and Marketing for Toyota in Europe.

cenews – December 5, 2023. An interview with one of Germany's largest multi-brand dealers about the model offensive from the Far East and how European manufacturers can score points.

cenews – December 4, 2023. The Japanese are presenting six new electric concept vehicles that are to be launched on the market in the next three years, including hydrogen engines and e-fuels depending on the market.

cenews – November 19, 2023. The brand is struggling with weak demand. Shorter development times should help. Brand boss Thomas Schäfer in an interview. 2033 is the end of combustion engines,

cenews – November 12, 2023. In 2025, historic racing cars powered by climate-neutral, synthetic fuels are to start at the Salzburgring. Stuck, Danner and Prince Leopold want to take part.

cenews – November 6, 2023. In this interview, the CEO of the world's third-largest automotive supplier talks about electromobility, technological openness and the Chinese car manufacturers' offensive.

cenews – November 3, 2023. The fourth model generation of the large Skoda once again offers plenty of space and up to 28 smart ideas. Up to 265 hp and a plug-in hybrid with a range of over 100 kilometers.

cenews – October 20, 2023. Industry summit at the Institute of Automotive Economics discusses manufacturers' agency model to prevent discount battles, more suitable for premium than volume brands.

cenews – October 10, 2023. Ford is launching the next generation of its Transit Custom one-ton truck and Tourneo Custom van. A new variant and a helper for the courier industry.

cenews – October 10, 2023. In an interview with Car-Eidtors.Net, CEO Wayne Griffiths comments on the future of VW's two Spanish subsidiaries. New solutions. Project Microcar.

cenews – October 8, 2023. The young business unit Charge Big offers a solution beyond the wallbox. Costs per charging point are significantly lower. Seven or 22 kilowatts.

cenews – September 19, 2023. From 2025, the pickup will also be able to travel a good 45 kilometers on electric power alone and will also be able to supply its owner's work equipment with electricity. Price still open.

cenews – August 30, 2023. Car premieres, family programs, outdoor concerts and job prospects are just some of the offers to see the IAA Mobility 2023 - and maybe even the last time in Munich.