Remember 'Electric First'? VW Backtracks On EVs, Looks To PHEVs for Growth
Volkswagen plans to expand its plug-in hybrid lineup in response to consumer trends
Source: carscoops.com
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Renault's Ampere starts development of new electric Twingo, sources say
Renault will start engineering work on a more affordable version of its electric Twingo model this month, two sources told Reuters, with production targeted in two years as it seeks to stave...
Source: marketscreener.com
Renault discussing small EV opportunity with Volkswagen and others
Renault and Volkswagen are in discussions about collaborating on a battery-electric minicar for the European market. Luca de Meo, CEO of Renault, confirmed the talks at the Geneva auto show, mentioning that other potential partners were also being considered.
Source: am-online.com
Renault and VW could collaborate on small cheap EV development
Renault and Volkswagen are discussing a platform sharing arrangement to deliver a new compact electric model for both brands.
Source: fleetnews.co.uk
VWSA makes further investments, shifts export focus to Africa
Sees the continent as ‘the last frontier for automotive growth’.
Source: moneyweb.co.za
Volkswagen may build a new half-ton bakkie in South Africa
Compact workhorse will be based on the new compact SUV to be built locally
Source: timeslive.co.za
Volkswagen passed as top car maker in China by Warren Buffett-backed BYD
“I have never helped do anything at Berkshire that was as good as BYD,” Buffett’s late business partner Charlie Munger said last February.
United States Thomas Schaefer Warren Buffett Berkshire Hathaway Wang Chuanfu Charlie Munger Chinese Association Of Automobile Manufacturers
Source: fortune.com
Roundup: German automotive suppliers consider massive job cuts
FRANKFURT, Jan. 23 (Xinhua) -- Tens of thousands of jobs are set to be axed in the German automotive industry, as suppliers grapple with electrification.
Source: thestar.com.my
New Volkswagen Tayron SUV Revealed
A Chinese regulatory filing indicates the 7-seat SUV model will replace the long-wheelbase Tiguan sold in North America and other global markets.
United States Thomas Schaefer Chinese Ministry For Industry Information Technology Volkswagen Tayron North America
Source: wardsauto.com
Three Efficiencies For 2024 Where Auto Incumbents Will Need To Improve
The auto manufacturers of yesteryear have declared theyre not functioning competitively, but how theyll create the needed efficiencies makes all the difference.
Source: forbes.com