al vehicles. The new facility will be entirely carbon neutral throughout the construction process and continue to operate at a carbon neutral level during vehicle production. Switch’s new manufacturing and technical centre will produce its first 12 metre electric bus designed specifically for the European market. Utilising the latest NMC battery technology, Switch’s data analytics systems and lightweight construction methodology, the new bus ...

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ly. The development strategies are coordinated by the Italian team of Alfa Romeo engineers at the Balocco Proving Ground, where drivers can test out on the track the requirements and targets set by Alfa Romeo's dynamic engineers, who are responsible for validating the project. On September 18, the European Investment Bank’s (EIB) announced financing to Fiat Chrysler Automobiles for manufacturing ever-safer battery electric vehicles and plug-i...

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-Cross will be manufactured in Volkswagen Navarra VW plant in Córdoba, Argentina sends first shipment of transmission components to Slovakia Volkswagen starts with step-by-step resumption of production Volkswagen revealed the name of upcoming crossover model: Taigo Volkswagen Taigo makes its European debut Volkswagen starts serial production of new Taigo at Navarra plant, Spain Volkswagen to invest EUR 89 billion on E-mobility by 2026 Volk...

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ry (2025-); CUPRA: Formentor (2020-), Formentor e-Hybrid PHV (2021-), Leon (2020-), Leon e-Hybrid PHV (2021-), Formentor MHV (2024-); SEAT Exeo (2009-2013), Altea (-2015); Plant of SEAT S.A., which produce CUPRA, VW, and Audi models, will become a production center for electric vehicles and a European hub for electromobility. - Number of employees: 12,000 (as of December 2025) - Planned capacity: 600,000 units/year, including 300,000 EVB u...

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pain Renault to adjust production in Spanish plants due to semiconductor shortage Renault produces five new hybrid SUV models in Spain Mitsubishi to produce Colt small car in Turkey Renault announces new stoppages in Valladolid and Palencia, Spain Mitsubishi Motors announces new generation ASX for European market Mitsubishi Motors Europe unveils all-new Grandis SUV Renault Valladolid plant partners with Randstad RPO to recruit 300 product...

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– an EU collaboration managed by the Consortium for Battery Innovation, will focus on dynamic charge acceptance (DCA) and high-temperature durability in batteries used in the automotive sector. DCA is ability of a battery to capture instantaneous energy such as through regenerative braking. The European research partners include Ford Research and Innovation Center based in Aachen, Technische Universität Berlin (TU Berlin), MOLL Batter...

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er 18, Renault Trucks announced the expansion of its electric lineup with the introduction of the Renault Trucks E-Tech D12 and D14. Both models are now available to order and will be built at the Blainville-sur-Orne plant in France. The E-Tech D12 for the French market and the E-Tech D14 for other European markets share the same design and performance while meeting the specific requirements of each region. The Renault Trucks E-Tech D12 and D14, ...

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arm produces 5,000 MWh annually at Dunton Campus On October 30, Ford informed that it has renamed its Dunton Technical Centre in Laindon, Essex, to Dunton Campus, Ford Britain, to highlight its new role at the centre of the company's activities in the U.K. It has established the headquarters of its European Commercial Vehicle business group at the Dunton Campus. This group's dedicated management team leads all aspects of Ford's European market-le...

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see Power signed two memorandums of understanding to launch two new collaborative projects. Bluebus will offer its 6 and 12-meter buses equipped with high energy density lithium-ion NMC (Nickel Manganese Cobalt) battery systems FORSEE ZEN PLUS and FORSEE ZEN SLIM to meet all the expectations of the European, Middle Eastern, and African markets. ZEN SLIM is available in modules of 11, 16, or 21 kWh and will equip the 6-meter Bluebus. ZEN PLUS batt...

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to increase the rate of assembly of the main assembly line. At the same time, it is very important to accurately calculate the capacity utilization during the modernization work - most of them will take place in 2023, and the project itself should be completed before the end of 2022. On June 3, the European Union imposed sanctions against Russian carmaker Ulyanovsk Automobile Plant (UAZ) and truck-maker KAMAZ, according to the official EU journal...

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pidly changing market conditions and a growing field of electric vehicle competitors entering the market. Plans will enable a future for Ford in Europe defined by a new line-up of iconic vehicles. The strategy to offer an all-electric fleet in Europe by 2035 is unchanged. Production of Ford's first European-built electric passenger vehicle is set to start later this year. The plans include the elimination of approximately 3,800 jobs, and the crea...

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pidly changing market conditions and a growing field of electric vehicle competitors entering the market. Plans will enable a future for Ford in Europe defined by a new line-up of iconic vehicles. The strategy to offer an all-electric fleet in Europe by 2035 is unchanged. Production of Ford's first European-built electric passenger vehicle is set to start later this year. The plans include the elimination of approximately 3,800 jobs, and the crea...

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Aygo X is a crossover unique in the A-segment, designed and produced in Europe to meet the demands of urban and suburban life in Europe.Based on the GA-B platform of the Toyota Global New Architecture (TNGA), the model is powered by a 1-litre, 3-cylinder 1KR-FE engine that has been improved to meet European regulations. On December 5, Toyota Motor Europe (TME) announced the debut of the new C-SUV segment Toyota bZ Compact SUV Concept, designed in...

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arts Capri and Explorer battery pack assembly in Cologne, Germany Ford begins redesign of Cologne factory for electrification Centre Ford halts Production at Cologne plant Ford to launch seven new electric vehicles in Europe by 2024 Ford strengthens production capability in Germany and Romania Ford European operation impacted by Ukraine conflict Ford uses Robbie Cobot to help disabled people in Cologne, Germany plant Ford to suspend production ...

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tech plant has been discontinued. The plant is mainly engaged in the production of interior parts, plastic parts, fuel tanks, frame, shock absorbers, brakes, sunroofs, car light parts, and engines and supporting parts. - The company was established on March 21, 1997. Geneva MS 2024: BYD announces European debut of SEAL U DM-I SUV Auto China 2024: Yangwang presents full lineup and debuts Yangwang U7 BYD launches new Sea Lion 07 electric SUV BYD ...

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onder next-generation micro-truck were globally launched. The Aumark next-generation light-duty truck is manufactured at a world-leading intelligent plant. The ICE variant is equipped with a super power chain with a Foton Cummins engine, delivering a 99.7% transmission efficiency. It also meets the European ECE-R29 crash regulation. The Wonder next-generation micro-truck is available in ICE and battery electric variants....

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ant, Germany Ford resumes production at Saarlouis plant, suppliers companies accepts social agreements Vetter to build a new pharmaceutical production site at Ford Saarlouis plant, in Germany Ford finalizes land purchase in Saarlouis; Vetter to acquire 40 hectares for pharmaceutical production Ford European operation impacted by Ukraine conflict Ford plans to reduce production at Saarlouis, Germany plant Ford selects Valencia plant for next-gen ...

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starting to build a production facility in southern Zagreb for large-scale production of autonomous electric vehicles destined for global deployment. The facility will assemble, calibrate, and test the vehicles. Additionally, the company will start its services in Zagreb, Croatia followed by other European cities, starting with the UK and Germany. The company has secured agreements with 11 cities in the EU, UK, and the Middle East, and is in tal...

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focus on the development and high-volume production of a battery module and pack platform using the cells. Central to the alliance is the production of battery cells used for Rimac Technology's 46xx platform. Rimac Technology already has a series of nominations for large-volume projects with large European OEMs that will use this platform, which creates high-performance battery systems at a competitive cost and fully customizable configurations....

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threefold the expanse of solar panels at facilities in Cologne. It will also help expand the capacities for locally produced renewable electricity as well as increase the efficiency in production processes and lighting at the Ford location in Cologne. The solar panels on the roof of Ford's Central European Spare Parts Warehouse in Merkenich, Cologne, will be extended to generate a capacity of 3.76 MWp. Ford also supports the expansion of wind fa...

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