Companies & Markets

cenews – January 16, 2024. Last year, the Audi subsidiary delivered more than 10,000 cars worldwide for the first time. Almost a third of these went to the USA. China in third place.

cenews – January 15, 2024. The overall market grew by seven percent despite declines in three out of four vehicle classes. BMW and Piaggio are the market leaders for scooters. These were the top 3 models.

cenews – January 12, 2024. Germany's most successful import brand delivered over 135,000 more cars worldwide last year than in 2022. The Octavia remains the bestseller ahead of the Kamiq and Kodiaq.

cenews – January 12, 2024. The Group increased its sales by 5.9 percent last year. Every seventh electric car comes from there. Market leader for light commercial vehicles in Germany.

cenews – January 12, 2024. The Stuttgart-based sports car manufacturer increased its vehicle sales by three percent last year. China clouds the balance. Cayenne remains the top seller, just ahead of the Macan.

cenews – January 11, 2024. The Stuttgart-based company sold almost 2.5 million cars worldwide last year. That is 1.5 percent more than in 2022. The growth is primarily due to the van division.

cenews – January 11, 2024. The growth extends to all five model ranges. Germany remains the largest single market worldwide. The T-series is the bestseller with 156,900 sales.

cenews – January 10, 2024. Germany's most successful importer increased its new registrations by 17.1 percent last year and was the fifth strongest brand ever.

cenews – January 10, 2024. The core brand sold over 288,000 cars last year, a quarter more than in 2022. Cupra delivered almost 231,000 vehicles, an increase of 50 percent.

cenews – January 9, 2024. Last year, sales increased by 6.7 percent compared to 2022. Over a fifth more electric cars sold. The T-Roc is the brand's most successful SUV in Europe.

cenews – January 8, 2024. The British luxury brand sold 6032 cars last year. Its main markets are the USA and China. Two models were discontinued, a new one is coming.

cenews – January 5, 2024. Last year, sales rose by a further nine percent compared to the previous year. Just under 45,000 vehicles mean third place in the registration statistics.

cenews – January 5, 2024. China's most successful car manufacturer abroad reports record figures. From the summer, the company will also be represented in Germany with Omoda 5 and Jaecoo 7.

cenews – January 4, 2024. Production rose by 18% compared to the previous year, while exports increased by 17 2019 level not yet reached. Incoming orders are declining.

cenews – January 4, 2024. The cooperation aims to expand the possibilities of communication between car and home. Remote control of the vehicle and electrical appliances at home.

cenews – January 2, 2024. It's all about range - in the slipstream of aerodynamics and electromobility, sedans, station wagons and vans are experiencing a renaissance.

cenews – December 30, 2023. The Japanese small car manufacturer is also alleged to have cheated on fuel consumption figures for decades. No longer on the German market since 2013.

cenews – December 22, 2023. The Chinese car manufacturer takes first place in two studies by J.D. Power. The Omoa 5 and Jaecoo 7 will soon be on the market in Germany.

cenews – December 21, 2023. Marc Hedrich most recently managed the brand's business in France. He has been in the automotive industry for over 30 years. Before 2015, he worked for Toyota, Seat, Skoda and Ford.

cenews – December 20, 2023. Local court approves the restructuring plan. The Austrian two-wheeler importer and manufacturer wants to focus on its core markets and brands. Second pillar.

cenews – December 17, 2023. The Californian company Zero Motorcycles is a pioneer and market leader for battery-powered motorcycles. We talk to the European CEO about the current situation.

cenews – December 15, 2023. Dennis Affeld takes over the management. He has been with the company for 18 years. Stefan Schall will be responsible for sales in future. Finance department still without a successor.

cenews – December 15, 2023. In November, new registrations were 20 percent down on the same month last year. However, year-to-date sales are still up by just under nine percent.

cenews – December 14, 2023. Key points defined: All plants are to be CO2-neutral by 2035, the supply chain by 2050, liquid ammonia for power generation and biofuel for diesel vehicles.

cenews – December 14, 2023. The inspiration for the winged arrow probably goes back to the depiction of an Indian. The logo has only undergone significant changes five times.

cenews – December 12, 2023. The brand remains the strongest importer, expanded its market share and moved up one place. Enyaq has recently become the most popular electric car.

cenews – December 11, 2023. AvD President Prince Löwenstein and new President of the Founding Members' Club presents the challenge cup to the collection opened just a few months ago in Dietzhölztal, Hesse.

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 11, 2023. Registrations return to pre-corona pandemic levels. Industry association CIVD sees moderate increases for the coming years. Campervans and panel vans at 60 percent.

cenews – December 8, 2023. Local production of the Octavia, Kamiq, Karoq and Kodiaq models from semi-knocked-down (SKD) kits to start in the first quarter of 2024.

cenews – December 8, 2023. The brand has been a Pratber of the Louvre since 2015 and has now been honored as a "Grand Mécène" of the famous museum in Paris.

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 6, 2023. One of the first results of the collaboration will be the electric Nissan Micra developed by Ampere.

cenews – December 5, 2023. Oldest sailing regatta still held today will take place for the first time in Barcelona between August and October 2024, first pictures of the new electric SUV Terramar with the starting signal.

cenews – December 5, 2023. Stellantis' Head of Marketing Oliver François inducted into the American "Advertising Hall of Fame", commercials with Nelson Mandela, Leo DiCaprio, Bruce Springsteen and Eminem.

cenews – December 5, 2023. As a mobility partner for the Olympic and Paralympic Games, the Japanese company has developed a fully electric van and a drive module for wheelchair users.

cenews – December 5, 2023. Joint venture between Stellantis, Forvia and Michelin is set to become the largest fuel cell factory in Europe by 2026 with an annual production of 50,000 systems.

cenews – December 5, 2023. The planned Euro 7 emissions standard provides for particulate emissions of 7 milligrams per kilometer; brake filter systems and improved recuperation in electric cars could reduce abrasion.

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 1, 2023. First up is the Combi. On a production line with the VW Passat. The relocation to the Bratislava plant increases capacity for the Octavia in Kvasiny.

cenews – November 29, 2023. The third generation of the successful model will appear next year: more attractive and larger but hardly more expensive. The price of the SUV will continue to start at under 20,000 euros.

cenews – November 27, 2023. The new corporate identity first becomes visible in the new market of Vietnam. 4000 locations worldwide. First city store in Belgrade. Digital showroom concept in Kuwait.

cenews – November 24, 2023. At the Circular Economy Hub in Turin, older vehicles are reconditioned and old parts are recycled for reuse. 73,000 square meter complex.

cenews – November 21, 2023. Over 90,000 more new registrations than in the first nine months of the previous year. Germany remains number two behind Italy. Demand for mopeds dwindles.

cenews – November 21, 2023. Both companies have signed a letter of intent to supply lithium iron phosphate batteries for Europe. Foundation of a joint venture possible.

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 17, 2023. Grammer has combined two of its products to create the all-electric MSG 297/2900. No premium car offers more. Automatic seat adjustment.

cenews – November 16, 2023. The main plant in Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen was rebuilt and expanded at a cost of around 250 million euros. Capacity and flexibility are increased. New high-bay warehouse.

cenews – November 15, 2023. The new business unit plans to launch seven models on the market over the next eight years. The Scénic and R 5 will be the first, with the aim of making electric cars more affordable.

cenews – November 13, 2023. New showroom in Wolfsburg spans the arc from the beginnings to future plans, focus on families with interactive elements and special area for children.

cenews – November 13, 2023. Braking force on each wheel is generated by an electric motor, shorter braking distances, no abrasion or fine dust and no hydraulic system saves production and workshop costs.

cenews – November 10, 2023. Court approves reorganization proceedings for the Austrian two-wheeler importer and manufacturer. Creditors vote on the next steps at the beginning of December.

cenews – November 9, 2023. Jelena Torres is taking on the new role at Renault's sports car brand in Germany. The 33-year-old has been with the company since 2015 and is currently responsible for small cars.

cenews – November 7, 2023. The 37-year-old also has many years of experience in sales and has been with the company for over eight years. He replaces Tobias Stöver, who is moving to Paris.

cenews – November 6, 2023. Czech brand extends partnership with the German Ice Hockey Federation, presence at international matches of the national team, 21 vehicles as company cars or VIP shuttles.

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 6, 2023. Second generation of the crossover SUV also available as a plug-in hybrid for the first time, investment of 308 million euros in production and first battery assembly in Europe.

cenews – November 3, 2023. Lohia E-mobility GmbH takes over in Remagen. Improved Ignite to be available in summer. Services now available again at the company headquarters.

cenews – November 2, 2023. Operating profit and net income more than doubled in the first half of the fiscal year, nearly 5.6 million vehicles sold, most of them in North America and the home country.

cenews – November 2, 2023. Focused on development needs of European customers, from prototypes to small series production, from e-bikes to electric trucks, first projects for OEM already completed.

cenews – November 2, 2023. 50-year-old digital expert joins from Mercedes-Benz, newly created department responsible for connectivity and infotainment, close cooperation with research and development.

cenews – October 31, 2023. The Stuttgart-based sports car manufacturer has signed an agreement with Swedish start-up H2 Green Steel for delivery from 2026.

cenews – October 31, 2023. Bosch brings its cornering ABS and stability control to the lower mid-range motorcycle class. More safety even when leaning.

cenews – October 30, 2023. The Italian brand sold four percent fewer motorcycles worldwide. However, the most important markets are slightly up on the previous year. The Multistrada V4 is the most popular.

cenews – October 30, 2023. The new division will be headed by Group President and CCO Luc Donckerwolke. It comprises two divisions and also includes a new Genesis Design Center.

cenews – October 27, 2023. The Group delivered over 1.4 million vehicles in the first three quarters. The core brand made strong gains in Europe and the USA. Securing raw materials depresses profits.

cenews – October 26, 2023. The area is to be increased by almost half for the expansion of production of electromobility solutions. New customer orders. Commissioning at the end of 2035.

cenews – October 26, 2023. The compact van and high-roof station wagon is coming from Romania in good shape. The relocation from Turkey increases production capacity.

cenews – October 26, 2023. The auto group plans to acquire around 20 percent of the shares in the Chinese manufacturer for 1.5 billion euros. Joint venture planned for international markets.

cenews – October 25, 2023. In the first nine months, the sports car manufacturer delivered over 240,000 cars and generated sales of 30.13 billion euros. Profits rose to 5.5 billion euros.

cenews – October 24, 2023. The Group plans to expand its van and van business. Annual sales are expected to double to over three million units by the end of the decade.

cenews – October 23, 2023. For the Opel boss, battery technology is the only way to make zero emissions widely available, which is why he also criticizes the reduction in government subsidies.

cenews – October 21, 2023. Delivery milestone due to falling sales prices and brand's own Supercharger network, more than 13,000 charging stations in Europe, eight more added per day this year.

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 20, 2023. Group will participate in the Autosalons in Geneva and Paris in the coming year, as well as in all major auto shows in the regions where Renault is present.

cenews – October 20, 2023. After three quarters, 17 percent more registrations in Europe, although still well below pre-crisis levels, China already 20 percent above, USA dynamic over the course of the year.

cenews – October 20, 2023. The all-electric hatchback planned for 2026 is based on the Stellantis STLA Medium platform, over 700 kilometers of range and short charging times.

cenews – October 19, 2023. The second strongest brand on the European market. Worldwide, deliveries of the three Group brands increased by 21 percent in the first nine months of the year.

cenews – October 18, 2023. The Swedish electric truck manufacturer faces an uncertain future after the bankruptcy of its battery supplier and will file for bankruptcy itself.

cenews – October 17, 2023. The boss and brand founder of BMW tuner Alpina turned 87 and interfered in germnan federal politics with a double-page ad in 1985.

cenews – October 13, 2023. The Stuttgart-based sports car manufacturer sold over 240,000 cars worldwide in the first nine months. Only China saw a year-on-year decline in sales.

cenews – October 12, 2023. Sales of the two Group brands rose by six percent to over 860,000 cars in the first nine months. More than two thirds of these were partially or fully electrified.

cenews – October 11, 2023. Subsidiary of the Frankfurt trade fair wants to emphasize its role as a center of logistics between Africa, the Middle East and Asia in parallel with Automechanika.

cenews – October 11, 2023. The new battery plant is to be built on the site of the first production facility already under construction. Total investment of over 5.5 billion euros.

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 10, 2023. Czech automaker enters into strategic partnership with Allur Company for the sale and production of vehicles.

cenews – October 10, 2023. With all of the Group's brands and drive systems, the Munich-based company achieved a 5.8 percent increase in unit sales in the third quarter.

cenews – October 9, 2023. "Roads" is located twelve meters above the ground and has 625 square meters of moving space as well as room for an entire vehicle. Real roads can also be recreated.

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 – October 6, 2023. The British motorcycle manufacturer and the Slovenian exhaust specialist are jointly developing exhaust systems for adventure and roadster bikes and are planning special projects.

cenews – October 6, 2023. The 54-year-old has many years of international experience. The industrial engineer takes over the Product Development department and succeeds Jörg Beyer.

cenews – October 4, 2023. The Phantom X scooter was adapted to the requirements of the market. Further country-specific models of the insolvent group of companies are to follow.

cenews – October 4, 2023. German Insurance Association: Repair and painting costs rise significantly faster than general consumer prices.

cenews – October 3, 2023. Behr-Hella Thermocontrol (BHTC) is to get better chances for growth with the new owner AUO with businesses in Taiwan, USA and Europe.

cenews – September 29, 2023. The factory in Grünheide is not out of the headlines even after one and a half years. Transparency portal "FragDenStaat" demands insight into documents from the state.

cenews – September 26, 2023. 16 percent of sales in Europe are already electric vehicles. 19 new BEVs announced by the end of the decade. Solid-state batteries from our own production.

cenews – September 26, 2023. Last year, over 35,000 megawatt hours of energy and more than 5,000 tons of CO2 were saved in Ingolstadt. Two sites are still to follow.

cenews – September 22, 2023. Edgar Heinrich retires after more than 35 years at BMW. His successor has already been involved in the design of various models since 2003.

cenews – September 19, 2023. Display holders, phone trays and cupholders with magnets, as well as fold-out tables, create a lounge atmosphere in the HiPhi X premium SUV. Covered in leather.

cenews – September 19, 2023. The automaker is getting involved in the digitalization trade show in Cologne. 15 Mustang Mach-Es make up the shuttle fleet. Five vehicles are available for test drives.