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.

Networking 98

Networking Dealerships Automotive Marketing 98

Drive.com

MAY 3, 2024

A new technique from Tesla designed to drastically cut vehicle manufacturing time and cost is said to have been scrapped, adding to the latest drama from the electric-car company. Tesla has reportedly taken a step back from a new manufacturing technique which has been widely touted as being revolutionary for the automotive industry.

Manufacturing 70

Manufacturing Networking Development Automotive 70

AutoDealer Today

AUGUST 9, 2024

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

Networking 130

Networking Manufacturing 130

Motor Trader

JULY 2, 2024

Motus Commercials has joined Novuna Vehicle Solutions’ approved network of independent and franchised garages. Matt Lawrenson, MD of Motus Commercials, said: “We are pleased to be part of the Novuna Vehicle Solutions’ approved network. As a result, Motus will provide service, maintenance and repairs to Novuna’s customers.

Networking 64

Networking Repairing Manufacturing Customer 64

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!

Women 130

Women Automotive Networking Management 130

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.

Networking 105

Networking Manufacturing Marketing Sales 105

Carscoops

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Scout has decided against using VW’s huge network of dealers to sell its models. Its affiliation with the German car manufacturer may complicate its ability to sell vehicles without involving dealers, according to Richard Sox, managing partner at Bass Sox Mercer law firm. They’re affiliated with Scout, they have ownership.

Sales 119

Sales Networking Management Manufacturing 119

Drive.com

AUGUST 6, 2024

As the 3G network is shutting down in Australia, is anything going to happen to your car? Ahead of Telstra and Optus’s axing of its 3G mobile network in the country – due to begin at the end of August – a vast majority of drivers are unsure of what this could mean for their cars. We spoke to various brands to find out.

Networking 49

Networking Electronics Manufacturing Customer 49

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%).

Networking 103

Networking Manufacturing Finance Term 103

CarExpert

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Deepal is launching in Australia, and its sales network will start small according to local distributor Inchcape. “The network will start in the key areas that focus on on EV sales, so we’ll start in Sydney and Melbourne,” said Deepal Australia general manager Cormac Cafolla.

Networking 111

Networking Management Deal Manufacturing 111

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.

Logistics 130

Logistics Networking Manufacturing Development 130

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

Networking 130

Networking Manufacturing 130

Autocar

MAY 16, 2024

The FCEV is powered by a fuel cell system made by a GM and Honda joint venture called Fuel Cell System Manufacturing (FCSM), based in Michigan. The elephant in the room with FCEVs is still the availability (or lack of) a hydrogen network, and as a practical proposition in the UK, FCEVs are still a non-starter.

Networking 142

Networking Manufacturing Development Automotive 142

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

Autocar

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Representatives from the Japanese firm were among a number of manufacturers who met with t ransport secretary Louise Haigh and business secretary Jonathan Reynolds today (Wednesday 20 November) to discuss the electric vehicle transition, including the ZEV mandate. In a statement, Nissan cited SMMT data suggesting EV sales will only reach 18.5

Manufacturing 128

Manufacturing Consulting Networking Automotive 128

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.

Networking 116

Networking Manufacturing Customer 116

Carscoops

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

The 2025 Honda CR-V e:FCEV is manufactured at the automaker’s Performance Manufacturing Center in Marysville, Ohio. The highlight however is the ability to plug the CR-V to an electric charger and get 29 miles (47 km) of range from the battery pack, minimizing the impact of the poor hydrogen infrastructure.

Electronics 131

Electronics Networking Manufacturing Development 131

Carscoops

MAY 14, 2024

Palo Alto is one of Tesla’s main development and manufacturing hubs. Read: Laid Off Tesla Supercharger Employee Predicts Network Quality Will “Deteriorate” Nevertheless, SFChronicle reports that over two weeks in mid-June, 600 workers will say goodbye to the automaker.

Networking 137

Networking Manufacturing Development Sales 137

Autocar

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Despite total new car sales increasing 6% for the year to date, those to private buyers are down 11.8%, figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders show. Meanwhile, of the 34 million cars on the roads, 16 million – almost one in two – are more than a decade old. Among these cars, 10.5 million are aged over 12 years.

Networking 136

Networking Repairing Buyer Manufacturing 136

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.

Buyer 111

Buyer Networking Consulting Dealerships 111

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.

Spread 111

Spread Networking Dealerships Manufacturing 111

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

Autocar

OCTOBER 19, 2024

Tesla has its own 'Supercharger' network – it's a big plus for owning one What's in an EV motor? Some manufacturers prefer to avoid the use of the rare-earth permanent magnets and opt for either asynchronous induction machines or externally excited synchronous machines (EESM). How does regen work? Who is Chad Emo?

Networking 112

Networking Manufacturing Electronics Marketing 112

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

Customer 98

Customer Networking Manufacturing Retail 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.

Networking 136

Networking Manufacturing Sales Marketing 136

Carscoops

JULY 31, 2024

Both the S-Class and EQS are manufactured at the firm’s ‘ Factory 56 ’ in Sindelfingen which usually operates two shifts. News of the change to production initially surfaced as a rumor, but before long, Mercedes confirmed the change to be true. This will be reduced to a single shift in October.

Sales 119

Sales Networking Manufacturing Development 119

Women Automotive Network

OCTOBER 22, 2024

I grew up in Port Elizabeth, where my father worked for several different motor manufacturers over the years, so I suppose I have had the motor industry in my blood for a long time. When working in a large international corporate, having a good network across the organisation is vital. I qualified as a chartered account in 1992.

Women 130

Women Networking Management Development 130

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.

Networking 111

Networking Manufacturing Management Dealerships 111

Carscoops

APRIL 23, 2024

. “While many are pulling back on their investments, we are investing in future growth – including our AI infrastructure, production capacity, our Supercharger and service networks, and new products infrastructure – with $2.8B of capital expenditures in Q1.”

Networking 116

Networking Manufacturing Sales Technology 116

Carscoops

OCTOBER 8, 2024

The four heads of the Stellantis dealer network in Europe handling sales of Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Citroen, DS, Fiat, Lancia, Jeep, Opel, and Peugeot cars have written to the European Commission president, Ursula von der Leyen, asking the Commission to relax fleet average CO2 emissions targets due to come into force next year. .”

Networking 111

Networking Manufacturing Retail Buyer 111

Carscoops

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Some Chinese car manufacturers are reportedly planning to use Mexican factories to avoid U.S. lawmakers, led by Representative Elissa Slotkin and Senator Sherrod Brown, warned that Chinese car manufacturers are setting up production facilities in Mexico to sidestep tariffs. A group of 21 U.S. A group of 21 U.S.

Manufacturing 111

Manufacturing Networking Technology Sales 111

Autocar

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Skywell was founded in 2017 by bus manufacturer Nanjing Golden Dragon and industrial group Skyworth. Both vehicles are competitively priced and well specced, and - with our growing dealer network - we have every confidence that we can meet our ambitious sales target of 1000 sales for each brand in the first year."

Networking 111

Networking Automotive Manufacturing Sales 111

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.

Networking 119

Networking Consulting Finance Sales 119

Carscoops

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Two years after Tesla promised to open up its charging network to other brands’ EVs, many of those non-Tesla electric cars are still unable to top-up at one of the instantly recognizable red and white Supercharger stations, according to a new report. Just 4 percent of chargers have had the necessary upgrade.

Networking 98

Networking Manufacturing Development Buyer 98

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

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

In the middle of 2023, Rivian confirmed it, like Ford, GM and most other EV manufacturers, would adopt the Tesla-developed NACS plug. This means it’s possible the R2 will come out of the factory gate with a NACS port, and native access to both Tesla’s Supercharger network.

Networking 98

Networking Manufacturing Development 98

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