Autocar

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

But here we are in 2024, when manufacturers (not just of cars) are confronted with soaring production costs and are rigidly committed to reducing their impact on the environment. But more importantly, the 21C serves as a “laboratory on wheels” to both showcase and further the development of manufacturing innovations by the parent firm.

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Canadian Auto Dealer

MAY 28, 2024

The Business + Higher Education Roundtable (BHER) has recently announced its support for the Automotive Parts Manufacturers’ Association (APMA)’s Project Arrow: a fully Canadian designed and produced zero-emission concept vehicle. They plan to do this by providing students with an opportunity for hands-on experience with the project.

Manufacturing 52

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Turbo Marketing Solutions

JANUARY 31, 2024

In 2024, one of the prominent industry events for car dealerships is the NADA Show, which offers valuable insights into industry trends, educational sessions, and networking opportunities. The automotive industry brims with events, each offering distinct opportunities for networking, learning, and exposure.

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AutoDealer Today

AUGUST 9, 2024

Major charging network provider claims its new connector supports vehicles from all manufacturers.

Networking 130

Networking Manufacturing 130

Women Automotive Network

JUNE 17, 2024

Interested in learning more about the Women Automotive Network and our events? Build a strong support network : Cultivating a community of mentors, peers, and allies is essential for personal and professional growth. Whilst offering unparalleled networking opportunities and support to achieve your best!

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CarExpert

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

There’s a lot of cars coming, there’s a lot of Chinese manufacturers coming,” Audi Australia CEO Jeff Mannering told CarExpert. There’s some premium manufacturers that are a little bit more expensive than that. “If Additionally, Mr Mannering says he believes dealer networks will be impacted by the surge of new brands to our market. “I

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Drive.com

AUGUST 14, 2024

Ahead of its debut in Australia, the Chinese car maker is turning to established dealer networks across Australia to sell its models. Zeekr is partnering with established dealer networks to sell its electric vehicles across major states and territories in the country. We are partnering with strong franchise dealer networks out there.

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Automotive Addicts

MARCH 18, 2024

The founder of VinFast, a Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer, recently introduced a new venture called V-Green, focusing on EV charging stations. With Vuong holding a substantial 90% stake in V-Green, the company intends to establish a robust charging network on a global scale, functioning as a strategic partner for VinFast.

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Carscoops

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

In the letter, the Japanese car manufacturer revealed production of its two hugely popular models will be cut by up to 40,000 units across two months. “We continue to work with our dealer network to manage inventory appropriately, especially for our core models,” Nissan spokesperson Kyle Bazemore said of the cuts.

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Networking Manufacturing Management Dealerships 109

Auto Retail Network

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

A handful of car manufacturers switched to agency agreements in 2022 and 2023 saw more move over, including Mercedes. The post Agency agreements: the UK automotive brand-by-brand list appeared first on Auto Retail Network. However, in 2024 we’re seeing signs of delays and cancellations of agency.

Automotive 52

Automotive Networking Retail Manufacturing 52

Motor Trader

JUNE 11, 2024

Xpeng is the Chinese EV manufacturer most likely to succeed in the UK market (named by 36% of dealers), according to June’s Startline Used Car Tracker which questioned 301 consumers and 58 dealers. The manufacturer was followed by Omoda (34%), BYD (31%), Lynk & Co (24%) and Nio (24%).

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Networking Manufacturing Finance Marketing 103

Carscoops

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Owners and buyers can receive up to six months of free charging at Rivian’s charging network. Owners and buyers of Rivian vehicles are eligible to each receive a credit worth $750 thanks to the launch of a long-awaited referral program from the electric car manufacturer.

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Motor Trader

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

With over 150 technicians and 35 sites across London, Essex, Hertfordshire, Suffolk, Buckinghamshire and Bedfordshire, Glyn Hopkin is one of the UK’s largest and most successful dealership networks, supporting multiple manufacturer brands including MG, Nissan, Renault, Suzuki and Kia.

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Best Selling Cars Blog

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Partnering up Automotive manufacturers love to partner up with channels and brands in the sports industry, especially sports media, because millions of people around the world, young and old, watch sports events. The world sees the company as more than a car manufacturer. BMW BMW are masters of marketing.

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Automotive Manufacturing Networking Marketing 130

CarExpert

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

However, the brand has agreed a deal with Spanish company EV Motors to manufacturer vehicles at a former Nissan factory in Barcelona. A growing network surpassing 60 dealerships has been established in the region, although Chery might focus its manufacturing expansion elsewhere initially.

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Carscoops

AUGUST 11, 2024

While it’s well-known that battery electric vehicles ( BEVs ) produce zero tailpipe emissions, scrutiny often falls on their manufacturing and disposal processes. ICE SUVs can emit up to 6.7 times more than BEVs charged with 100% renewable energy. times more, and ICE SUVs an even more alarming 6.7

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Networking Manufacturing 128

Best Selling Cars Blog

APRIL 17, 2024

Concurrently, in Springfield, Massachusetts, about 1896, the Duryea Motor Wagon would be acknowledged as the first automobile marketed in the United States via serial manufacture. When the gasoline vehicle took over as the most common kind, most of the manufacturers were based in Detroit.

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Drive.com

JULY 31, 2024

And unlike Mitsubishi – which in October 2020 became the first brand to market a 10-year warranty, but with only a 200,000km distance limit – there is no mention of a requirement for customers to have their car serviced within the MG dealer network to access the full decade of coverage.

Networking 107

Networking Manufacturing Marketing Customer 107

Women Automotive Network

JANUARY 11, 2024

Why did you join the Women Automotive Network? I strongly believe women’s professional networks, such as WAN, are highly valued sources of support, connections, and opportunities. In-depth software expertise is thus becoming a key differentiator for automotive manufacturers. Why is DE&I vital to you? Connectivity.

Women 130

Women Marketing Networking Automotive 130

Motor Trader

AUGUST 2, 2024

Brayleys Cars now represents nine manufacturers with over 30 dealerships, with expectations to expand. Csaba Vincze, network development and customer quality director at Nissan GB, said: ‘‘We appreciate the rebranding exercise that the Group has announced.

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Autocar

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

She told Autocar that the network is on its way to achieve a targeted 300,000 chargers across the country by the end of the decade but called on the new Labour government to unlock crucial funding, incentivise EV uptake and remove installation obstacles in order to sustain the growth rate.

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Networking Consulting Finance Sales 119

F&I and Showroom

AUGUST 9, 2024

Major charging network provider claims its new connector supports vehicles from all manufacturers.

Networking 52

Networking Manufacturing 52

Motor Trader

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Even though aftersales can represent half the profits for an established car manufacturer or a franchised dealer, it often remains the ‘poor relation’ in terms of the attention that it gets by comparison with the more glamorous world of new car sales.

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Repairing Manufacturing Networking Term 59

AutoSuccessOnline

JUNE 11, 2024

This experience allowed me to interact with dozens of women at various stages of their careers, from retail and service to manufacturing and vendor partners. Regardless of their background, everyone was focused on how best to develop our skills, networks, and communities.

Women 98

Women Networking Automotive Development 98

Autocar

AUGUST 22, 2024

According to figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), it sold just 649 cars between January and July this year, down 23.7% "Further details regarding upcoming hybrid powertrains from Genesis will be announced at a later date.” Genesis has struggled to generate traction since it arrived in the UK in 2021.

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Networking Manufacturing Sales Marketing 137

Automotive Addicts

JANUARY 23, 2024

The electric vehicle (EV) company Fisker announced its plan to sell all nearly 5,000 unsold vehicles manufactured in 2023 by the end of the first quarter. To address the surplus inventory, Fisker aims to sell the vehicles manufactured in the previous year, expecting this move to generate substantial cash flow in the first quarter.

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Logistics Manufacturing Networking Dealerships 103

CarExpert

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

Purchasing a brand new ute is one of the most popular lifestyle decisions Australians make, making it a hotly contested market for manufacturers. Toyota also charges $99 per year for roadside assistance, a service that is offered free of charge by most mainstream manufacturers. For example, a base XS cab chassis with the 1.9-litre

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CarExpert

JANUARY 11, 2024

BMW’s iconic Munich production plant will manufacture only electric cars from the end of 2027. The brand will use the plant to produce its Neue Klasse sedan in 2026, before transforming into the first plant within BMW’s network to solely produce electric cars. Last year alone, six all-electric models went into production.

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Networking Manufacturing Management 69

Automotive Addicts

MAY 13, 2024

His return, along with others from the dismissed team, signals a shift in Tesla’s strategy regarding its charging network. Following criticism of the layoffs , Musk pledged to invest “well over” $500 million into expanding Tesla’s network this year.

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Networking Logistics Manufacturing Development 59

Motor Trader

JULY 5, 2024

Toby Marshall, MD of GWM ORA, said: “Expanding our retail network is something we’re dedicated to delivering and we are well on track for our targets this year. GWM ORA UK’s expansion includes a strong physical retail network and reassurance for customers who do not have to travel too far for maintenance and repair.

Retail 85

Retail Networking Repairing Customer 85

Carscoops

MAY 2, 2024

The recall involves adapters manufactured between March 14 and April 8, 2024. Charging adapters have been in the news a lot lately as a number of automakers recently gained access to the Tesla Supercharger Network. Interestingly, the recall was initiated after a YouTuber reported an issue with their Lectron adapter.

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Networking Manufacturing Customer 113

Auto Retail Network

APRIL 4, 2024

A handful of car manufacturers switched to agency agreements in 2022 and 2023 saw more move over, including Mercedes. The post Agency agreements: the UK automotive brand-by-brand list appeared first on Auto Retail Network. However, in 2024 we’re seeing signs of delays and cancellations of agency.

Automotive 52

Automotive Networking Retail Manufacturing 52

Women Automotive Network

JULY 15, 2024

Why did you join the Women Automotive Network? I’ve been the catalyst for some breakthrough DE&I policies and practices – from guiding employee networks to successfully launching our first-ever self-identity and inclusion survey across Europe, to hosting a drag show in the office! It’s not easy to pinpoint just one moment.

Women 130

Women Networking Automotive Manufacturing 130

Motor Trader

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Rye Street Group, operating since 1990, manages a network of seven repair centres and holds 23 manufacturer approvals and 24 insurer approvals. Steer Automotive has acquired Rye Street Group accident repair business with a strong presence across Hertfordshire and Essex.

Automotive 52

Automotive Repairing Insurance Networking 52

Women Automotive Network

JUNE 13, 2024

The Women Automotive Network is a global community of 39,000 from 108 countries. Key points included: Technological Innovation : Artificial Intelligence (AI) : Jennifer discussed how AI is transforming various aspects of the automotive industry, from design and manufacturing to customer service and sales.

Automotive 130

Automotive Women Supply Chain Networking 130

CarExpert

APRIL 11, 2024

Last month, the Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA) welcomed the Federal Government’s commitment to allocate $60 million in funding towards EV charging upgrades across the nation’s car dealership networks.

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Drive.com

AUGUST 1, 2024

The new EV chargers will be rolled out across Ampol’s nationwide network of service stations. Ampol has announced plans to install more than 200 new fast chargers for electric vehicles (EVs) , thanks to a $100 million grant from the Australian Government.

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