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BMW to partner with Andretti Formula E; may lead to works involvement

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In the last ten years, we have established a leading position in the automobile industry in this field with BMW i. This partnership allows BMW i to present the plug-in hybrid BMW i8, as the Safety Car, and the fully-electric BMW i3, as the Medical Car, in some of the largest cities in the world.

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The sparkles in the star: Women at Mercedes-Benz India are in rev mode | Autocar Professional

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We spoke to some women across the shopfloor and the offices who all said that the company had helped them overcome the unique challenges that they faced as women in the automobile industry, and supported them while they learnt and grew. I would urge young girls who wish to get into the automobile industry — don’t limit yourselves.

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DLR and Wuppertal publish comprehensive global analysis of e-mobility technologies, outlook and lifecycle assessments

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A total of 87 new BEV and PHEV production cars were presented worldwide between 2006-2013. The study found that activities of international car manufacturers in the field of electrified vehicle concepts (XEV) worldwide increased significantly for the first time from 2006 and especially from 2009 onwards. Click to enlarge.

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Study of Sustainable Value in Automobile Manufacturing Finds Mixed Performance for Most OEMs, BMW and Toyota as the Clear Leaders

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Economic crisis, energy crisis, climate crisis and recent global developments have affected the automobile industry like few other sectors. Therefore, it provided substantial financial support for the present survey along with funding from the research institutions involved. Sustainable Value in Automobile Manufacturing (2009).

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VW Chief Executive Says Company Will Introduce EVs Based on the Up! New Small Family in 2013; Cautions Against Electro-Hype

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Winterkorn made the remarks during a presentation at the 17 th Handelsblatt-Jahrestagung in Munich on 3 July, during which he outlined VW’s approach to future mobility in the current context of the economic crisis, pessimism about the industry and technology potential. Although Volkswagen sales were down 5.1%

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China puts its electric vehicles on center stage - China automotive news

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As a subscriber, you can receive our free weekly China Auto News, which keeps you informed the latest developments of Chinas automobile industry. This news story has been successfully emailed to you friend(s). Seat supplier Keiper strengthens. China auto parts firms face. Bridgestone to lift China tire. Chengdu Auto to be Chinas No.1.

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Story of TESLA Motors: Beginning, Fight, Survival, and Success

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Would it be wrong if I said that the history of the automobile industry has been divided into two parts, before Tesla and after Tesla , some might argue that I understand? Despite the success of the Roadster, Tesla faced serious financial difficulties in 2009. Story Of Tesla, Inc. He fired 25% of the company employees.