- German court opens criminal proceeedings against former Volkswagen CEO – Reuters: German court opens criminal proceeedings against former Volkswagen CEO
- BMW Group Plant Leipzig to start battery module production in 2021 – Just-Auto: BMW Group Plant Leipzig to start battery module production in 2021
- Tesla seeks to build battery cells in Berlin – Reuters: Tesla seeks to build battery cells in Berlin
- Geely launches open-source EV architecture – Just-Auto: Zhejiang Geely Holding Group has announced the launch of its Sustainable Experience Architecture (SEA), claimed to be the world’s first open-source electric vehicle architecture, that promises to ‘transform the availability of zero-emission cars and trucks in the world’s largest auto markets’.
- Tesla, Volvo, Ford and Mercedes sue US over ‘unlawful’ tariffs on Chinese parts – Guardian: Tesla, Volvo, Ford and Mercedes sue US over ‘unlawful’ tariffs on Chinese parts
- 5 cheap electric cars to buy until Tesla delivers on its $25,000 promise – Fortune: 5 cheap electric cars to buy until Tesla delivers on its $25,000 promise
- Tesla could struggle to implement some of its battery advances, experts say – Reuters: Tesla could struggle to implement some of its battery advances, experts say
- Union wins EV build investment for Ford Canada plant – Just-Auto: Canadian auto workers union Unifor has reached a tentative agreement with Ford, averting a strike at its Canadian operations, after extending a midnight deadline and bargaining through the night.
- Skoda teams with Parkopedia – Just-Auto: Skoda teams with Parkopedia |
- 2021 Peugeot 508 PSE: 355bhp hot plug-in hybrid revealed – Autocar: PSE performance arm creates four-wheel-drive PHEV saloon and estate
- BorgWarner provides compact turbo for VW Nivus – Just-Auto: BorgWarner has expanded the supply of its compact B01 turbocharger by equipping the newly launched Volkswagen Nivus crossover in Brazil.
- 2021 Hyundai i30 N arrives with dual-clutch automatic option – Autocar: Korea’s answer to the Volkswagen Golf GTI is updated with mechanical upgrades and revised technology
- Renault Samsung to export XM3 to Europe from 2020 – Just-Auto: South Korea’s Renault Samsung Motors announced this week it plans to export its XM3 SUV model to Europe from next year to help lift production volumes and utilisation at its plant in Busan.
- New Volkswagen Golf GTI: order books open for Mk8 hot hatch – Autocar: New Volkswagen Golf GTI: order books open for Mk8 hot hatch
- Geely and Mobileye sign supply agreement – Just-Auto: Geely has signed a long-term supply agreement with Mobileye that will see group models fitted with Mobileye-powered ADAS systems.
- Volvo Cars readies first green bond to support electric car strategy – Reuters: Volvo Cars readies first green bond to support electric car strategy
- 2020 Hyundai i30: UK prices confirmed for refreshed hatchback – Autocar: Facelifted five-door car goes entirely mild-hybrid, to start from £20,695 Hyundai has anno…
- EXCLUSIVE-State investors plan to take BMW’s HK-listed China partner Brilliance private, sources say – Reuters: EXCLUSIVE-State investors plan to take BMW’s HK-listed China partner Brilliance private, sources say
- New Ford Puma ST lands with 197bhp – Autocar: Hot compact crossover employs Fiesta ST”s engine and array of chassis trickery Ford has bo…
- Volkswagen to compensate victims of Brazil dictatorship – report – Reuters: Volkswagen to compensate victims of Brazil dictatorship – report
- 2021 Acura TLX rides new platform to become brand’s best sedan in decades – Freep: The TLX’s price, performance and features could give small luxury sedans like the Audi A3/S3 fits.
- Musk and Tesla shock Panasonic investors with battery ambitions – Nikkei:
- New Rolls-Royce Ghost Extended offers extra space and luxury – Autocar: Stretched version of new Mk2 Ghost promises more space, added comfort and perfectly chilled champ…
- Analysis: Alpine likely to prosper despite Renault cutbacks – Autocar: Electrification key to performance brand’s continued success under new leadership
