ebruary 9, ŠKODA AUTO announced that it has produced its four millionth DQ200 automatic direct-shift gearbox at its Vrchlabí plant since production first started in 2012. The dual-clutch transmissions are used in models from the Czech carmaker as well as in vehicles made by other Volkswagen Group brands. The largest customers include Germany (15%), Turkey (12%) and the Czech Republic (10%), as well as in the UK (7%), Israel (6%) and Poland (6%)...

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starting next summer, which will enable the sales volumes to further increase in this market. On June 22, SEAT announced that it has been designated by Volkswagen AG to lead the Group’s growth in North Africa. The Spanish company will now begin to coordinate the strategy of the Group and on-site brands in the region, identify synergies and foster partnerships with other companies. This decision is framed within the Volkswagen Group’s strateg...

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nched in 2010 and build the model at four plants in Germany, the U.K., Sweden and Poland. It will continue to produce the model in Germany and the U.K., where the current model is being assembled. Production in Belgium, however, will be discontinued. The next Astra will be marketed in Europe by the brands of "Opel," "Vauxhall," and "Saab." A total production of vehicles based on the platform of the new "Astra" is projected to be 750,000 a year. O...

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st 2020, which will result in obvious changes to vehicle appearance and interior trims. The models with significant facelifts or next-generation models will be launched in 2021. Additionally, the brand also plans to expand its overseas market. It currently sells its strategic model Baojun 530 under brands that include Baojun, Wuling, Chevrolet and MG in such countries and regions as China, Indonesia, South America, Thailand and India. The brand a...

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oduction start-up of all-new Buick Century flagship MPV at Jinqiao plant in Shanghai Buick launches all-new Century luxury MPV in China SAIC-GM to invest CNY 70 billion in electrification and intelligent connectivity by 2025 Auto China 2024: Three SAIC-GM sub-brands to exhibit blockbuster new models SAIC-GM names next-gen intelligent PHEV system “Zhenlong” Multiple Chinese automakers gain access to Deep...

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ehicle for the Citroën brand. Poissy already assembles the Opel Mokka-e-versions and the new DS3 E-TENSE. Electric vehicles represent 40% of the site's daily production. Hordain plant produces 43% of its compact vans in electric versions for the Peugeot, Citroën, Opel, Fiat, Vauxhall, and Toyota brands.  On October 27, Stellantis announced that new investment at Hordain is scaling up production of the Peugeot Expert, Citroën Jumpy, and Opel ...

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concept car. The models launched in China are a regular version and a sports version of the next-generation E 350 e L plug-in hybrid sedan (both versions have an NEDC battery electric cruising range of 120km) and an all-new Maybach S-Class sedan. On April 19, Mercedes-Benz showcased models of four brands namely Mercedes-EQ, Mercedes-Maybach, Mercedes-AMG and Mercedes-Benz G-Class at the Auto Shanghai 2021. On April 18, the all-new EQB battery e...

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n, respectively. On December 28, Changan Automobile announced that it has acquired a 50% stake in Changan PSA Automobiles from its parent, Changan Automobile Group. The acquisition procedure has been completed after the screening of the government authority. Changan PSA's DS will be included in the brands of Changan Automobile. With this acquisition of shares, Changan Automobile will have a new competitive edge in the high-end passenger car segme...

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wn, despite the temporary retaining of the Suzuki brand. Currently, Changan Suzuki has two automotive manufacturing plants in Chongqing, where Changan Automobile has located production of some of its independently developed models. In the future, these plants will produce more models of self-owned brands under Changan Automobile. On March 28, Changan Automobile launched its all-new UNI-K mid-sized SUV. It is equipped with a next-generation Blue...

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concept car. The models launched in China are a regular version and a sports version of the next-generation E 350 e L plug-in hybrid sedan (both versions have an NEDC battery electric cruising range of 120km) and an all-new Maybach S-Class sedan. On April 19, Mercedes-Benz showcased models of four brands namely Mercedes-EQ, Mercedes-Maybach, Mercedes-AMG and Mercedes-Benz G-Class at the Auto Shanghai 2021. On April 18, the all-new EQB battery e...

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priate when the data is updated. - The company was established on Jun 30, 1994. BAIC exhibits electric super car ARCFOX-7 BAIC Powertrain promotes energy saving, emission reduction BAIC BluePark to build battery cell manufacturing plant Auto China 2024: Two BAIC Group sub-brands to exhibit 19 new products BAIC Group, Bank of Beijing form comprehensive strategic partnership BAIC Group, Xianglong Assets form partnership f...

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the Orion plant to build electric trucks there starting in 2024. On March 23, GM announced that it will suspend Chevrolet Blazer and Equinox production at the Ramos Arizpe plant, beginning on March 26, for six weeks until mid-May as it begins work to adapt the complex to produce EVs of various GM brands, batteries and other electrical components by 2023. Ramos Arizpe will be the company’s fifth manufacturing site capable of producing EVs, joi...

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ery electric vehicle (BEV), at the end of 2023. On August 16, MB RUS JSC (former name - Mercedes-Benz RUS JSC) presented Chinese AITO and LiXiang cars. The main focus of the company remains the Mercedes-Benz brand, however, it is planning to expand the product portfolio with other high-tech premium brands in the passenger segment. Cars will be available at the end of September. AITO is offered in two models, M5 in the Ultimate version and M7 in t...

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MEA announced a two-phase acquisition of Sopriam, a subsidiary of the Al Mada group. The first phase involves immediate majority control with full ownership by early 2025. Stellantis will manage the import and distribution of Peugeot, Citroën, and DS Automobiles in Morocco, adding to its existing brands. Stellantis will manage the import and distribution of its brand vehicles. The acquisition strengthens Stellantis' presence in Morocco, which b...

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road cars of models Citroen C-Crosser, Peugeot 4007 and Mitsubishi Outlander. The enterprise in Kaluga will start manufacture under full cycle in 2012 and plans to produce 125 thousand cars a year, out of them there will be 85 thousand Peugeot and Citroen cars and 40 thousand off-road cars of three brands. Kaluga plant of PSA Peugeot and Mitsubishi Motors (PSMA Rus) produced 26 thousand cars in 2010. The first car produced in Kaluga was Peugeot 3...

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X-Trail in Russia will be announced later this year. Nissan Press Release On January 21, Lada informed that PJSC AVTOVAZ announced the signature of a Special Investment contract (SPIC) with the Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation, to support the development of Alliance brands in Russia – LADA, Nissan, Datsun, Renault and Mitsubishi and modernize facilities for their production. Within the scope of the agreement, PJ...

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of 2024. The plant was sold to the Russian company Art Finance. The Minister also announced that the plant had found a foreign technological partner. Production of the "Golf" started, slated to go on sale from June. Volkswagen announced plans to produce cars of Seat, Bentley, Lamborghini and Scania brands at its plant in Kaluga. VW plans to produce a compact off-road car Skoda Yeti for the Russian market. The first cars will be delivered to VW's ...

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re driving the transition and have launched many electrified vehicles. The company’s electrified range currently comprises nine electrified vehicles and will be further complemented in 2018 by the all-new BMW i8 Roadster. The battery-only solutions will be rolled out across the BMW Group’s core brands, with Plant Oxford starting production of the battery-powered MINI in 2019, and the battery-only BMW X3 following in 2020. Thereafter, 2021, wi...

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ectric models under the Lafesta brand are expected to begin production in September. Beijing Hyundai is also upgrading its Beijing plant and aims to increase its PHEV (plug-in hybrid electric vehicle) production. Its Beijing Plant 2 will increase the production of PHEVs under the Sonata and Elantra brands. In short, Beijing Hyundai will speed up the implementation of its electrification strategy by upgrading the production of the Chongqing Plant ...

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undergone a crush test by a 46-ton heavy duty truck. The production lines and equipment as well as other key components necessary for production of blade batteries are developed and manufactured by BYD independently. BYD’s blade battery will be used successively in new energy models of mainstream brands at home and abroad. BYD Automobile Co., Ltd. has released the Qin EV300 all-electric sedan on March 31, 2016. This model is an all-electric ver...

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