g. As can be seen from the fact that there are many manual transmission cars in Europe, a large percentage of people enjoy driving, and many people dislike the feeling where the engine speed increases first and the vehicle speed follows afterwards, so they shy away from CVTs. In the summer of 2019, Opel started producing the Astra, the first CVT-equipped model for a European OEM in many years. In terms of automated gearboxes, 8- to 9-speed multis...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/11/21

g. As can be seen from the fact that there are many manual transmission cars in Europe, a large percentage of people enjoy driving, and many people dislike the feeling where the engine speed increases first and the vehicle speed follows afterwards, so they shy away from CVTs. In the summer of 2019, Opel started producing the Astra, the first CVT-equipped model for a European OEM in many years. In terms of automated gearboxes, 8- to 9-speed multis...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2023/11/16

, it can be said that there is a possibility this could create major changes in the steering or other functions, which could lead to further changes in the cockpit. In the next section, this report will examine the evolution of cockpits of cars currently sold in Europe by means of typical examples. Opel Astra (Cockpit module supplied by Yanfeng International Automotive Technology Czechia s.r.o.) The sixth generation of Opel’s mainstream C-segme...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2023/09/14

from the fact that there are many manual transmission cars in Europe, a large percentage of people enjoy driving, and many people dislike the feeling where the engine speed increases first and the vehicle speed follows afterwards, so they shy away from CVTs. In the summer of 2019, the European OEM Opel, a subsidiary of PSA, started production of the Astra, a model that has for quite some time been equipped with a CVT. In terms of automated gearb...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2022/12/09

financial targets Trends and plans of the major brands CEO Carlos Tavares presenting Stellantis' long-term strategy "Dare Forward 2030" (March 2022) (Source: Stellantis)   Stellantis N.V. (Stellantis) was created in early 2021 through the merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) and the PSA Group (PSA) becoming the world's sixth largest global manufacturer with 14 brands covering a wide range of markets from ultra compact cars to luxu...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2022/07/22

from the fact that there are many manual transmission cars in Europe, a large percentage of people enjoy driving, and many people dislike the feeling where the engine speed increases first and the vehicle speed follows afterwards, so they shy away from CVTs. In the summer of 2019, the European OEM Opel, a subsidiary of PSA, started production of the Astra, a model that has for quite some time been equipped with a CVT. DCT AT systems are popular ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2021/12/22

tio of ATs has been increasing. Daimler and Audi have been manufacturing CVT systems in-house, but recently at the timing of model redesigns, they have been sequentially swapping out the CVT systems for step-type ATs, relegating CVTs to a niche in the market. In the summer of 2019, the European OEM Opel, a subsidiary of PSA, started production of the Astra, a model that has for quite some time been equipped with a CVT. DCT AT systems are popular ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2020/11/26

f ATs has been increasing. Daimler and Audi have been manufacturing CVT systems in-house, but recently at the timing of model redesigns, they have been sequentially been swapping out the CVT systems for step-type ATs, relegating CVTs to a niche in the market. In the summer of 2019, the European OEM Opel, a subsidiary of PSA, started production of the Astra, a model that has for quite some time been equipped with CVT. DCT AT systems continue to be...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2020/03/23

introduces the ID.3 Skoda presents its first full electric car for production SEAT unveils an electric car offensive at IAA 2019 Porsche adopts electrification Lamborghini unveils its first supercapacitor-based hybrid car Jaguar Land Rover Group introduces the New Defender and celebrates the i-Pace Opel World Premieres at 2019 IAA: New Astra, New Corsa, Corsa-e, Corsa-e Rally and Grandland X Plug-in Hybrid Renault presents the All-New Captur ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2019/09/30

On October 20th, 2017, GM’s 69 years of manufacturing automobiles in Australia came to an end. The OEM manufactured a total of over 7.6 million vehicles. The Elizabeth plant manufactured vehicles such as the Holden brand’s Commodore and Cruze. Production of the Commodore will be transferred to Opel’s Russelsheim plant in Germany. The successor model to the Cruze is the new Astra, which will be manufactured at Opel’s Gliwice plant in Pola...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2018/01/05

Equipment on new European models: PSA, Renault, FCA, GM, Ford and Volvo Expanding availability of front pedestrian braking, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Summary PSA: lane departure warning and speed recognition as standard features on Citroen C3 Renault: new Scenic comes standard with pedestrian detection-equipped automatic braking FCA: multiple driving assistance systems on Alfa Romeo Giulia GM Europe: LED Matrix headlights on Opel/Vauxhall As...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2016/11/17

rted in March 2015). GM  GM suspended production at its Susary plant in St. Petersburg from August 22 to September 12, 2014. On September 16, the company announced that it would cut the number of shifts from two to one and reduce workforce through an early retirement program. GM is producing the Opel Astra and the Chevrolet Cruze at its Susary plant.  According to its announcement in March 2015, GM will idle its Susary plant by the middle o...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2015/05/11

eports: [IAA, Frankfurt Auto Show 2013 (1): BMW, VW, Daimler, October 2013] [IAA, Frankfurt Auto Show 2013 (2): European & Asian OEMs, October 2013] [European OEMs: Germans set sights on new sales record, September 2013] [VW boosts production in key markets in North America and China, August 2013] [PSA looks to break its dependence on Europe by expanding into emerging markets, July 2013] [FIAT lays out strategy to break-even in Europe by 2016, Ju...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2013/10/10

e light vehicle market in the U.S. will be 14 to 14.5 million units in 2012. GM expects that the EBIT-adjusted from its business in North America for the third quarter will remain at the same level of USD1,691 million in the first quarter.  In Europe, in February 2012, GM reached an agreement with PSA on the sharing of platforms and joint purchasing. GM is also talking with labor unions in multiple countries on the details of restructuring plans...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2012/08/23

d Summary 1H 2012 vehicle production grew by 51% in Slovakia while it fell by 26% in Poland 1H 2012 passenger car sales were up 5% to 367,000 in six central European countries Production facilities of major automakers Czech Republic: Hyundai's 1H 2012 production increases by 3% while that of Toyota/PSA declines by 23% Poland: 1H 2012 vehicle production falls by 26% as production by Fiat's plant declines Slovakia: starts production of VW up!, Skod...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2012/08/09

ntley brand * 1,780 units, up by 100% over the previous year (1,839 units according to other source) * n.a. Lamborghini brand * 403 units * up by 25% to 30% over the previous year (about 500-520 units) Porsche * 24,340 units, up by 64.6% over 2010 including sales in Hong Kong and Macau * n.a. PSA * 404K units (404,139 units, excluding imports) * 475K units, excluding imports Dongfeng Peugeot Division * 174K units (174,137 units) * 240K u...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2012/03/15

GM Europe: fails to break even in 2011, targeting one-billion Euro profit in 2016 Opel introduces New Zafira Tourer and premium minicar; Chevrolet introduces New Malibu Summary Model plan: GM Europe positions Opel brand up-market and Chevrolet as entry-level brand Production facilities: Constructing an engine plant with production capacity of 500,000/year in Hungary Russia: GM boosts production capacity by 75% to 350,000, having opened a new engi...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2012/01/31

IAA - Frankfurt Motor Show 2011 (3): U.S. and Japanese OEMs GM showcases RAK e, an ultra-compact EV concept under Opel brand while Ford exhibits Evos, a PHV con Summary GM: unveils the Opel RAK e, a two-seat EV concept car, and the eighth-generation of the Chevrolet Malibu Ford: exhibits PHV concept car, the Evos, and also focuses on presentation of technology Japanese OEM: Mazda unveils the CX-5, which uses the entire SKYACTIV technologies, for ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2011/11/22

s) 2009 2010 Czech Hyundai Nosovice Hyundai i30, i30cw, ix20/ (until summer 2011) Kia Venga, (from summer 2011) Hyundai ix35 118,000 200,135 Skoda Mlada Boleslav Skoda Octavia, Fabia 528,585 576,362 Kvasiny Skoda Roomster, Superb, Superb Combi, Yeti Vrchlabi Skoda Octavia, Yeti Toyota/PSA Kolin Toyota Aygo/Peugeot 107/ Citroen C1 332,489 295,712 Poland Fiat Tychy Fiat Panda, 500, Seicento/ Lancia Ypsilon/Ford Ka 605,450 533,455 ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2011/07/28

ope: 145.7g/km average in 2009, 130g/km eyed for 2015 VW: BlueMotion Technology versions available on nearly all models BMW: EfficientDynamics technology integrated in all models to boost environmental and driving performances Daimler: BlueEFFICIENCY versions available in midsize cars and SUV alike PSA: Peugeot cars with 130g/km or less CO2 emissions dubbed Blue Lion Renault: Cars with 140g/km or less CO2 emissions marketed as ECO2 models Fiat: N...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2011/01/04