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SEPTEMBER 13, 2013

For the first time, the Volkswagen Group has been classed as the most sustainable automaker in the world’s leading sustainability ranking. RobecoSAM AG has listed Volkswagen AG as the Industry Group Leader in the Automobiles and Components sector in this year’s review of the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI).

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FEBRUARY 19, 2022

liter V8 engine for automobiles that is fueled entirely by hydrogen. In Japan, Toyota and other automotive-related companies are about to begin a collaborative effort to expand the range of fuel options for internal combustion engines. Yamaha began developing a hydrogen engine for automobiles about five years ago.

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JULY 19, 2022

Supernal revealed its initial eVTOL vehicle cabin concept at Farnborough International Airshow, providing the first look at how Hyundai Motor Group is integrating automotive capabilities to develop the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) market. —Jaiwon Shin, President of Hyundai Motor Group and CEO of Supernal.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2020

Innoviz Technologies, a leading provider of high-performance, solid-state lidar sensors and perception software, announced cooperation with Shaanxi Heavy Duty Automobile Co. Shaanxi Heavy Duty Automobile Co. in Xi’an, China to deploy autonomous trucks for an upcoming project in one of the biggest ports in China.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Toyocolor, the colorants and functional materials arm of the specialty chemicals company Toyo Ink Group of Japan, announced that the company’s Lioaccum conductive carbon nanotube (CNT) dispersions ( earlier post ) have been selected by the world’s largest battery manufacturer CATL (Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., in Guangdong, China.

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JULY 14, 2021

Volkswagen Group executives laid out the basics of the new Group strategy “NEW AUTO – Mobility for Generations to Come”, which will see the Group realign from being a from vehicle manufacturer to a leading, global software-driven mobility provider. SSP: The next generation of mechatronics platform.

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MAY 24, 2017

An international team of researchers has uncovered the mechanisms of two families of software defeat devices for diesel engines: one used by the Volkswagen Group to pass emissions tests in the US and Europe, and a second found in Fiat Chrysler Automobiles.

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MAY 12, 2014

Top spot went to Volkswagen Group, followed by Daimler, BMW, GM and Toyota. The Volkswagen Group also received awards in the “Conventional drives”, “Alternative drives” and “Networked vehicle” categories. Daimler followed in second place, then BMW Group, GM and Toyota. Source: CAM. Click to enlarge. Conventional drives.

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JULY 9, 2021

Ltd, a subsidiary of Air Liquide Group, supplied and installed 8 hydrogen dispenser units (each with two fueling nozzles) for the Daxing hydrogen station, owned and operated by Beijing Hypower Energy Technology Ltd. The Daxing hydrogen station is part of the 200,000 square-meter Beijing International Hydrogen Energy Demonstration Zone.

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NOVEMBER 29, 2017

Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft, Volkswagen Group China and Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Co., Both groups have complementary strengths in the multi functional vehicle field. Dr. Jochem Heizmann, Member of the Board of Management of Volkswagen AG,and President and CEO of Volkswagen Group China. Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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JANUARY 29, 2014

With previous professional experience as CEO of Asian Operations for Chrysler Group and the CEO of General Motors China Group, Murtaugh provides keen insight into Pinnacle’s planned expansion in 2014, focused heavily on Asian markets.

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DECEMBER 20, 2010

The newly formed Engine Products Group (EPG)—comprising the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers (Alliance), The Association of International Automobile Manufacturers, Inc. —Kris Kiser, Executive Vice President of The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute, speaking on behalf of the Engine Products Group.

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NOVEMBER 21, 2013

The Nikkei reports that Toyota plans to develop hybrid vehicles with two Chinese automakers; Toyota made the announcement at the Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition.

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Chinese Toyota Hybrid Vehicles 285

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JUNE 16, 2017

The Volkswagen Group and GAZ Group have extended their manufacturing agreement for Volkswagen and ŠKODA models in Russia until 2025. TDI engines for GAZ light commercial vehicles, opening up new business opportunities in international markets. GAZ Group plans to equip GAZ vehicles with Volkswagen TDI 2.0 TDI engines.

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APRIL 19, 2013

The Volkswagen Group, through its two Chinese joint ventures, will be investing more than €9.8 The Volkswagen Group is building seven new plants in China. Heizmann underscored that 26 models of the group had already been recognized as especially energy-saving and environmentally compatible by the state. Dr. Martin Winterkorn.

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2015 China Production Climate Protection 218

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OCTOBER 31, 2018

Kia Motors and Hyundai Motor plan to introduce solar roof charging technology on selected Hyundai Motor Group vehicles. The system will have the capability to charge the batteries of electric and hybrid vehicles, as well as those of internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, helping to improve fuel efficiency.

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Solar Hyundai Kia Charging 348

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FEBRUARY 1, 2012

This year, Volkswagen Group will introduce the Modular Transverse Matrix (MQB, modularen Querbaukasten) for the Volkswagen, Audi, ŠKODA and SEAT brands. (At Volkswagen says that its MQB strategy represents a turning point in the design and production of its future automobiles with transverse-mounted engines. Drive systems in the MQB.

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JULY 10, 2012

Protean Electric, developer of in-wheel electric drive systems ( earlier post ), received $84 million in new funding from GSR Ventures, New Times Group, Oak Investment Partners and the city of Liyang, Jiangsu Province, China. They will be joined by the New Times Group, a Liyang-based industrial group. million units.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Geely Holding Group, Geely Automobile Holdings Limited (collectively “Geely”) and Renault Group have signed a non-binding framework agreement to create a new global leader to develop, manufacture and supply best-in-class hybrid powertrains and highly efficient ICE powertrains. —Luca de Meo, CEO Renault Group.

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JUNE 5, 2022

Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Group (MCHG) will increase the production capacity of natural graphite anode material from 2,000 tons/year to 12,000 tons/year at its Chinese subsidiary Qingdao Anode Kasei and affiliated company Qingdao Lingda Kasei. The production line is scheduled to start operation in the first half of fiscal 2023.

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MARCH 2, 2023

Aramco has signed a letter of intent to become a potential minority stakeholder in a new powertrain technology company (PWT), to be established by Geely Holding Group, Geely Automobile Holdings Limited—collectively referred to as “Geely”—and Renault Group.

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MAY 7, 2014

The international media launch of the BMW i8 in Los Angeles will include the presentation of a solar carport concept developed by BMW Group DesignworksUSA for the use of renewable energy. It combines high-grade technology for generating electricity from solar power with an innovative design that complements the BMW i models.

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BMW Solar Concept Los Angeles 325

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JULY 20, 2010

A letter was signed and delivered to the White House by the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers (AAM), the Association of International Automobile Manufacturers (AIAM), the Electric Drive Transportation Association (EDTA) and the Edison Electric Institute (EEI).

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JUNE 14, 2018

The Rüsselsheim Engineering Center will take on the global responsibility for the development of the next-generation of high-efficiency gasoline engines for all Groupe PSA brands (Peugeot, Citroën, DS Automobiles, Opel and Vauxhall). Market-introduction will begin in 2022. —Opel’s Managing Director Engineering, Christian Müller.

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

KAMAZ has presented the KAMAZ-6290 hydrogen fuel cell bus at the COMTRANS-2021 international exhibition in Moscow. —Chief Automobile Designer Andrei Savinkov. Bus chassis and body were assembled at NEFAZ, a KAMAZ Group subsidiary in Bashkiria. There is still a lot of work to be done.

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Hydrogen Russia Fuel Corporation 467

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FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Volvo Cars and Geely Auto have agreed on a wide-ranging collaboration that will maximize the strengths of the Swedish and Chinese automotive groups, delivering synergies in powertrains, sharing of electric vehicle architecture, joint procurement, autonomous drive technologies and aftersales.

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JUNE 2, 2016

One week after the Volkswagen Group announced a US$300-million strategic investment in global ride hailing provider Gett ( earlier post ), the two companies laid the cornerstone for their strategic partnership at a kick-off event at the DRIVE Volkswagen Group Forum in Berlin. —Gett founder and CEO Shahar Waiser. —Ole Harms.

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NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Plug-in hybrids are all the rage in the world of automobile manufacturing today. The post Porsche Plants A Big Wet Kiss On The Internal Combustion Engine appeared first on CleanTechnica. Porsche is one company planning to go the PHEV route.

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Porsche International Engine Automobile Manufacturer 120

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JANUARY 25, 2021

CBAK Energy Technology, a lithium-ion battery manufacturer and electric energy solution provider, signed a three-year strategic agreement with Anhui Jianghuai Motors Group Co., JAC Motors is a Chinese state-owned automobile and commercial vehicle manufacturer. Ltd for joint product development.

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JANUARY 19, 2013

At least two Chinese automakers are bringing some of their new energy vehicles—hybrid, plug-in hybrid and battery-electric—to two of the major international auto shows in the first quarter of this year. Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Guangzhou Automobile Group. GAC Group ranks No. Qoros Auto Co.

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JULY 27, 2020

The Volkswagen Group expects significant efficiency and productivity gains at its plants. The partner companies will be able to scale and further develop their applications in one of the world’s largest automobile production networks. This will help the Volkswagen Group achieve global efficiencies at its plants.

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JANUARY 22, 2022

Zhejiang Geely Holding Group and Renault Group have signed a cooperation agreement to launch all-new vehicle lineup for the South-Korean market. Renault-Samsung Motors (RSM) will manufacture Hybrid Electric and Internal Combustion Engine Vehicles in Busan for the local market and for export.

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AUGUST 18, 2022

liter V6 internal combustion engine designed, developed and manufactured by Honda Performance Development [HPD]—the racing arm for Acura Motorsports in North America. The MGU is contained in a common transmission casing and gearbox internals provided by Xtrac. Acura ARX-06 Development Timeline.

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JULY 20, 2023

As a global partner to automobile manufacturers, the Stuttgart-based technology group focuses on the needs of the global markets with an open approach to technology. Electrification and thermal management as well as highly efficient, sustainable internal combustion engines are the strategic focus here.

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2012

In a further extension of Ricard’s collaboration with the Lifan Automobile Group based in Chongqing, China, the company will assist in the development of a new turbocharged gasoline direct injection engine.

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OCTOBER 26, 2022

As much as skeptics insist that the internal combustion engine (ICE) is dead and hydrogen is a non-starter, it appears that significant research and development is being conducted into the technology across geographies. These engines offer zero vehicular emissions, quick charging, and better ranges. China Yuchai.

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JULY 2, 2019

Hyundai Autron, a Hyundai Motor Group company, and Wind River signed a partnership to develop an autonomous driving and connectivity software platform to power next-generation automobiles. We are committed to providing proven safety and reliability to the affiliates of Hyundai Motor Group and its global customers.

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