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Giovanni Perosino.

cenews – January 18, 2024. Giovanni Perosino is returning. The Italian began his career at Lancia and moved to the VW Group in 2010. Most recently, the Chief Marketing Officer worked for ITA Airways.

Kurzer Motorradstiefel Ducati Company C4.

cenews – January 18, 2024. The short lace-up boot Company C4, priced at 253 euros, is primarily intended for everyday riding. Waterproof and breathable. Certified according to 2016/425.

Yamaha-Außenbordmotor 350hp V6.

cenews – January 18, 2024. The V6 engine series gets a new top engine with 350 hp. The Helm Master EX can now also control the bow thruster. Idle lock for the control box.

Fahrzeugproduktion bei Toyota im türkischen Sakarya.

cenews – January 18, 2024. Europe reports a 14% increase in sales, China more sales than ever before. However, all regions are still lagging behind the pre-crisis level of 2019.

Intermot 2022: Messestand von Benelli.

cenews – January 18, 2024. The international motorcycle trade fair in Cologne is to take place every year in future. In addition, the regular date has been postponed from October to December. Initial commitments have been made.

Dacia.
By Guido Reinking

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.

Produktion des Skoda Kodiaq im Werk Kvasiny.

cenews – January 17, 2024. The Kvasiny plant was modernized for the second model generation. The relocation of Superb production to Bratislava creates additional capacity.

Ford Kuga.

cenews – January 17, 2024. The compact SUV will receive an extensive upgrade for the summer. The towing capacity increases to up to 2.1 tons. Improved connectivity including Alexa.

Africa Eco Race 2024: Joan Pedrero auf Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250.

cenews – January 17, 2024. Dakar pro Joan Pedrero won the Maxitrail category of the Africa Eco Race on the Pan America 1250. In the top 20 overall on the first four days.

Renault.

cenews – January 17, 2024. In Europe, the Group recorded growth of 18.6 percent. Dacia moves up to 10th place. Alpine over a third more registrations in Germany.

Unterzeichneten den Vertrag über die Lieferung von bis zu 250.000 Autos: Stellantis-Europachef Uwe Hochgeschurtz (links) und Vinzenz Pflanz, Chief Business Officer von Sixt.

cenews – January 16, 2024. The car manufacturer is to supply the rental company with up to 250,000 vehicles over the next three years. First major batch already in the current quarter.

Supernal S-A2.

cenews – January 16, 2024. The US subsidiary Supernal is working on an all-electric air cab for four passengers. The vertical take-off aircraft has eight propellers.

Moto Guzzi Stelvio.

cenews – January 16, 2024. The new touring enduro will be available from next month at a base price of 16,499 euros. As a PFF, it costs 800 euros more and warns of other vehicles.

Opel Patent-Motorwagen System Lutzmann von 1899 mit Heinrich Opel (rechts) und Opel-Werkmeister Sedlazcek.

cenews – January 16, 2024. On January 21, 1899, the former sewing machine and bicycle manufacturer bought the Dessau-based company Lutzmann and began building the first motor car.

Lamborghini Huracán Evo Spyder.

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.

Royal Enfield Shotgun 650.

cenews – January 16, 2024. The Indian brand's Twin series is extended by an off-the-shelf custom bike. Eye-catching colors and swinging saddle look. The price list starts at 7590 euros.

Indy Autonomous Challenge 2024: Der Rennwagen der TU München.

cenews – January 15, 2024. Victory at 250 km/h. The race at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas took place on an oval where Nascars normally do their laps.

Ford Transit Courier.

cenews – January 15, 2024. The newly developed compact delivery van offers 25 percent more loading volume and space for two Euro pallets. Double cab and electric versions will follow later.

BMW R 1250 GS.
By Jens Riedel

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.

Porsche engagiert sich seit 1988 im Golfsport sowohl auf Kunden- als auch auf Profiebene.

cenews – January 14, 2024. The Stuttgart-based sports car manufacturer becomes title sponsor of the "Singapore Classic" in March. A Panamera Turbo E-Hybrid in Madeira gold metallic for an ace on hole 17.

MG 4 Electric.
By Jens Riedel

cenews – January 13, 2024. The Chinese brand MG recorded over 21,000 new registrations last year. The successful model is the MG 4, which is just as big and powerful as the VW ID 3.

VW T7 California Concept.

cenews – January 12, 2024. CMT in Stuttgart. The Golf turns 50 - a very personal memory. RS 3 and Niro EV in a practical test. A look at the motorcycle market last year.

Toyota GR Yaris.

cenews – January 12, 2024. Toyota has extensively revised the GR Yaris. The engine produces 280 hp and delivers 390 Newton meters of torque. The eight-speed direct-shift gearbox is new. Modified cockpit.

Skoda.

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.

Stellantis.

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.

Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid.

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.

Test- und Innovationszentrum von Eon in Essen für Elektromobilität.

cenews – January 11, 2024. More than two dozen test stations and five climate chambers are available in Essen. There is also a focus on the fast charging of trucks and buses.

Mercedes-Benz E 300 de T-Modell All Terrain.

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.

Abarth entwickelt mit Stellantis Motorsport ein 170 kW starkes Elektroauto für die Straße.

cenews – January 11, 2024. The 240 hp electric car is based on a new performance platform and is being developed under the direction of Stellantis Motorsport. It is likely to be based on the Fiat 600.

Prototyp des Porsche Macan auf Offroad-Erprobungsfahrt.

cenews – January 11, 2024. The second model generation of the brand's most popular model series, just behind the Cayenne, comes as a completely newly developed electric car and with a drag coefficient of 0.25.

Kia und Uber wollen auf dem Gebiet der PBV zusammenarbeiten. Auf der CES in Las Vegas unterzeichneten Sangdae Kim (Leiter der Division PBV bei Kia), Seung Kyu „Sean“ Yoon (Präsident und CEO von Kia North America und Kia America), und Susan Anderson, Vice President und Global Head of Business Development bei Uber, eine entsprechende Absichtserklärung (von links).

cenews – January 11, 2024. In Las Vegas, the companies signed a letter of intent to cooperate in the field of PBVs. The first series model will be the PV 5 in various versions.

Nutzfahrzeugpalette von Volkswagen (von links): Amarok, T6.1, Crafter, Caddy und ID Buzz.

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.

Skoda bindet Chat-GPT in seine Infotainmentsysteme ein.

cenews – January 10, 2024. Artificial intelligence is expected to be integrated into the vehicle's infotainment system from the middle of the year. No access to personal data.

Skoda Octavia.

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.

Seat-Stammsitz in Martorell.

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.

Magna e-Drive.

cenews – January 10, 2024. The drive system has been further developed. More compact dimensions with lower weight and higher efficiency. Up to 250 kW output and 93 percent efficiency.

Fiat 600 Hybrid.

cenews – January 10, 2024. Second drive variant as an alternative to the electric version. The standard consumption is 5.1 liters. The entry-level version is available for 24,990 euros.

Honda 0 Saloon.

cenews – January 10, 2024. With the Saloon and the Space-Hub, two concept vehicles for a new generation of electric cars from the brand were presented in Las Vegas.

Automated Valet Charging von Bosch.
By Guido Reinking

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.

Triumph Daytona 660.

cenews – January 9, 2024. The new Daytona with revised triple will be available from the end of March. 15 hp more power than Trident and Tiger Sport and higher torque. Under 10,000 euros.

Dacia Spring Electric 45.

cenews – January 9, 2024. There is a 10,000 euro discount on electric vehicles available immediately. The promotion is limited until the end of March. More than 30,000 registrations in Germany so far.

Citroën ë-Spacetourer.

cenews – January 9, 2024. Fresh front section. Redesigned dashboard and steering wheel. Better infotainment. The range of the electric van is increased by up to 20 kilometers.

VW.

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.

Kia PV 1 Concept, PV 5 Concept und PV 7 Concept.
By Jens Meiners

cenews – January 9, 2024. The all-electric "Platform Beyond Vehicle" celebrates its premiere in Las Vegas. Various possible applications. Launch next year with the PV 5.

Noch getarnt: VW Golf GTI des Modelljahrs 2024.

cenews – January 8, 2024. Integration into the voice assistant. The AI intervenes when IDA doesn't know what to do. Available in the first vehicles from the second quarter. Facelift for the Golf.

Herbert Linge (1928–2024).

cenews – January 8, 2024. The long-time operations manager of the Weissach Development Center and racing driver died on January 5 at the age of 95. He was one of the first apprentices.

Rolls-Royce Cullinan.

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.

„Baby you can drive my car – die Auto-Biografie der Beatles“ von Siegfried Tesche.
By Walther Wuttke

cenews – January 7, 2024. The Fab Four from Liverpool were car enthusiasts and were particularly fond of precious metals. Their manager became a car dealer for them and other musicians.

Fiat Ducato als Camping-Kastenwagen (2019).

cenews – January 7, 2024. A review of last year's figures for the media of the Authors' Union Mobility based on the figures from the editorial server.

Jaguar I-Pace.
By Walther Wuttke

cenews – January 6, 2024. After six years of production, the era of the Jaguar I-Pace comes to an end this year. Performance and appearance meet the high brand standards - as does the price.

Lancia Ypsilon (2018).

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.

Chery-Firmenzentrale in Wuhu.

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.

Dacia-Deutschlandchef Thilo Schmidt.

cenews – January 5, 2024. We talk to the head of Dacia Germany. Matthias Knödler drives four Lamborghini Huracáns and Triumph presents another model. Visit to the CES.

Hyundai X-Cient Fuel Cell.

cenews – January 5, 2024. Partnership with the US company Gore. The focus is on greater performance and a longer service life, particularly for applications in the commercial vehicle sector.

Suzuki GSX-S 1000 GX.
By Ralf Bielefeldt

cenews – January 5, 2024. Sports bike, tourer, touring enduro? The new Suzuki GSX-S 1000 GX has a bit of everything. How does the first crossover bike from the high-flyer of the season ride?

Fahrzeugproduktion im Porsche-Werk Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen.

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.

Kia und Hyundai vernetzen ihre Fahrzeuge für Car-to-Home- und Home-to-Car-Services mit der Plattform „SmartThings“ von Samsung.

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.

Audi Q8 e-Tron Dakar.
By Matthias Knödler

cenews – January 3, 2024. Only 1000 of the Dakar will be built. Adjusted for equipment, it is only 10,000 euros more expensive than the base model, but 6.5 centimetres higher and 5.7 centimetres wider.

Harley-Davidson Low Rider ST.

cenews – January 3, 2024. Billiard Gray is the new base color. New additions include Red Rock and various metallic paint finishes as well as two-tone variants. New models will be presented shortly.

Porsche-Entwicklungsfahrer Lars Kern fuhr mit einem Vorserien-Taycan eine neue Bestzeit für Elektroautos der Marke auf dem Nürburgring.

cenews – January 2, 2024. Development driver Lars Kern set a best time for the brand's all-electric vehicles with the future Porsche Taycan at the Nürburgring. The difference is over 1.3 kilometers

DAF XD Electric.

cenews – January 2, 2024. A demonstration program funded by the British government is intended to support the introduction of zero-emission trucks. DAF is participating with XD Electric and XF Electric.

Hyundai Ioniq 6
By Frank Wald

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.

Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 4-Matic.
By Frank Wald

cenews – January 1, 2024. With its elegance and performance, the luxury electric car is at the top of the electric luxury class, with a comparatively limited range and high price.

Opel Corsa GSi von 1989.
By Guido Reinking

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.

Bosch auf der CES 2023.

cenews – December 31, 2023. The first "motor show" starts next weekend. I-Pace and Leon Sportstourer in practical tests. E-mobility sticks to familiar body shapes.

Daihatsu Copen (2010).

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.

Toyota Collection: Konzeptfahrzeug Toyota LQ für autonomes Fahren.

cenews – December 29, 2023. The Cologne vehicle collection starts the new year on January 6 with a major swap and collectors' fair. Guided tour by experts. Boarding permitted.

Auch 2024 finden wieder etliche Veranstaltungen von Harley-Davidson in Deutschland, Österreich und der Schweiz statt.

cenews – December 29, 2023. From May to September, the US cult brand organizes or participates in a series of events. The highlight and finale of the season is once again the European Bike Week.

Konzeptfahrzeug von Chery mit einem cw-Wert von 0,168.

cenews – December 29, 2023. A concept car from the Chinese car manufacturer achieves a record-breaking drag coefficient of less than 0.17. Artificial intelligence helped with the optimization.

Forster A 699 VB.
By Michael Kirchberger

cenews – December 29, 2023. Alcove motorhomes are not necessarily stylish, but they are very practical. And above all, relatively affordable. A perfect example for just under 63,000 euros and up to seven people.

Triumph Tiger 900.
By Ralf Bielefeldt

cenews – December 28, 2023. Fresh cell treatment for the Triumph Tiger 900. The British adventure bike starts the 2024 season with more power and better equipment. At the same time, fuel consumption is reduced.

Maserati Ghibli 334 Ultima.

cenews – December 27, 2023. An automotive era is also coming to an end at Maserati. But at the end, there is still one more sensation: the world's fastest production sedan at 334 km/h.

McLaren GTS.

cenews – December 27, 2023. The GT will have a successor next year in the form of the GTS. Best-in-class power-to-weight ratio, faster lifting. Acceleration to 200 km/h in under nine seconds.

Omoda 5.

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.

Ford E-Transit Custom.

cenews – December 22, 2023. The all-electric version of Europe's most successful transporter will arrive in the fourth quarter of next year. Also as an up to E-Tourneo. Extended maintenance intervals.

Opel Mokka Ultimate Long Range.

cenews – December 22, 2023. Increased range by 20 percent: the Ultimate Long Range version can cover around 70 kilometers more. New battery and lower power consumption. Price: 44,720 euros.

Ducati Riding Experience.

cenews – December 21, 2023. Dates for A2 beginners as well as for experienced bikers on the race track. Over 30,000 participants have taken advantage of the various offers over the past 20 years.

Toyota Land Cruiser „First Edition“.

cenews – December 21, 2023. Just half an hour after the start of online reservations, they were closed again: all 1000 vehicles in the "First Edition" had found a buyer.

Marc Hedrich.

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.

Skoda Kodiaq.

cenews – December 21, 2023. The second model generation of the SUV will be launched on the market in the first quarter of next year. The entry-level price for the 1.5-liter mild hybrid is 41,990 euros.

Lexus LBX.
By Frank Wald

cenews – December 21, 2023. With the smallest model ever built, Toyota's noble toch is finally aiming for a breakthrough on the European market,

Christian (links) und Michael Kirschenhofer, Geschäftsführer der KSR Group.

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.

Toyota Land Cruiser „First Edition“.

cenews – December 20, 2023. The new edition of the classic off-road vehicle will be launched in the second half of 2024. The limited "First Edition" with round headlights is only available online from tomorrow.

Lancia Rally 037 Gruppe B (1982–1983).

cenews – December 20, 2023. Race for Glory" celebrates its premiere at the beginning of next year. The feature film starring Daniel Brühl is about the 1983 World Rally Championship and the duel between Rally 037 and Audi Quattro.

Türkisfarbene Markierungsleuchten eines Mercedes-Benz EQS für Fahrten mit aktiviertem Drive Pilot.

cenews – December 19, 2023. First approval in the USA: When Drive Pilot is activated, marker lights are to indicate to other road users that a Mercedes-Benz is in automated driving mode.

Seat erweitert seine Solaranlagen zur Eigenerzeugung von Strom.

cenews – December 19, 2023. 39,000 new solar cells will be installed at the three sites in Martorell, El Prat and Barcelona. An additional 21 megawatts of power on 233,000 square meters.

ZDK-Präsident Arne Joswig.
By Walther Wuttke

cenews – December 19, 2023. In the interview, the ZDK President assumes that around 60,000 vehicles are affected by the surprising ban on subsidies. Manufacturers and importers are stepping in.

Die Modellpalette von Ari Motors.

cenews – December 18, 2023. The provider of small electric vans and delivery vehicles is experiencing high demand. Large companies such as Daimler and Coca-Cola are also customers.

Auf einen Gasmotor umgerüsteter Unimog U 430 für die direkte Wasserstoffverbrennung.

cenews – December 18, 2023. Daimler Truck tests an implement carrier with direct combustion in operation. 290 hp and 1000 Newton meters. The results are promising.

Umberto Uccelli.
By Jens Riedel

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.

Jeep Avenger.
By Guido Reinking

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.

Ducati Panigale Replica.

cenews – December 16, 2023. There are five special Panigale models in the style of the winning racing motorcycles to mark the three title wins. A total of 854 machines with the signature on the tank are built.

Fiat Panda 4x4 (1. Generation).

cenews – December 16, 2023. The Fiat Panda 4x4 is the only European all-wheel drive production car in the small car segment and has both mastered the Dakar Rally and reached the Mount Everest base camp.

Dennis Affeld (links) und Stefan Schall (rechts).

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.

Lexus LBX.

cenews – December 15, 2023. Toyota's luxury subsidiary wants to grow significantly with the LBX. Staria and Cupra Leon ST 2.0 TDI in a practical test. Jan-Hendrik Hülsmann talks about the future of Skoda.

Fiat Scudo.

cenews – December 15, 2023. Up to 18 electronic assistance systems. Digital interior mirror. Choice of diesel or electric drive. New front design. Available to order at prices from 29,300 euros net.

Motorradfahrer.

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.

Mazda-Zentrale in Hiroshima.

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.

Alfa Romeo.

cenews – December 14, 2023. The new B-segment model is to be presented in April. The Milano will be the brand's first car that is also available in an all-electric version.

Hyundai erweitert sein Forschungs- und Entwicklungszentrum in Rüsselsheim um einen Neubau.

cenews – December 14, 2023. 25,000 square meter new building doubles the area of the HMETC in Rüsselsheim and is scheduled to open in 2025. Largest Group-wide test bench for noise and vibrations.