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OCTOBER 24, 2010

Sales of domestically-manufactured autos rose 36 percent year on year to reach 13.14 million units in the months through September, as lower-priced automobiles have become more affordable for better-off Chinese people, according to data released by the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM) on Oct.

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AUGUST 16, 2014

(MRC) recently executed a share sales and purchase agreement by which it will acquire 51% of Wethje Holding GmbH , a German company engaged in manufacturing of carbon fiber reinforced plastics (CFRP) parts for automobile applications, from Wethje parent Cross Industries AG.

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2009

The Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers (AAM) and the Association of International Automobile Manufacturers (AIAM) sent a letter to US House and Senate Energy and Water Appropriators in support of additional funding to complete research into the impacts of mid-level blends of ethanol. Source: Joint IEPR/TC workshop. Click to enlarge.

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MARCH 10, 2014

At the Geneva show, Winterkorn introduced the Future Tracks program by saying : Over the next few years, our industry will face one of the greatest upheavals since the invention of the automobile. One of the main challenges for our industry will be to adapt even faster to the changing needs of customers. Winterkorn.

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FEBRUARY 25, 2009

So I ask this Congress to send me legislation that places a market-based cap on carbon pollution and drives the production of more renewable energy in America. As for our auto industry, everyone recognizes that years of bad decision-making and a global recession have pushed our automakers to the brink.

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APRIL 1, 2010

The European automobile industry expressed concern about the “ sudden and massive ” increase in the price of iron ore, a crucial material for producing steel. The automobile industry needs broad access to raw materials at competitive conditions, especially in times of fragile economic circumstances, ACEA said.

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JULY 20, 2010

Organizations representing auto manufacturers, electric utilities and the electric drive industry are calling on President Obama to establish a new National Electric Fuel Task Force to help accelerate the adoption of plug-in electric vehicles and the necessary infrastructure.

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JULY 15, 2018

Automobile modular architectures—for example, TNGA of Toyota, and MQB, MLB and MEB of the Volkswagen Group—hav become a major trend in the auto industry.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 6, 2010

Estimated automobile ownership in China will exceed 200 million by 2020, causing serious energy security and environmental issues, according to Wang Fuchang, director of the Department of Equipment Industry under China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. People’s Daily.

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JANUARY 7, 2016

The report, which analyzes global patent activity in the field of self-driving automobiles over the last five years, identifies the global leaders in the development of the technologies and also makes predictions about the future of driverless cars. Toyota and Hyundai take the second and third places.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 30, 2009

In a session on total vehicle energy consumption, several people shared similar pie charts showing the flow of energy within an automobile. Honda demonstrated their “ Walking Assist Device ” at the Congress. Where does all of the energy go? Braking losses add another 6%. Only 22% remains to power the vehicle.

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APRIL 24, 2012

In-wheel electric drive startup Protean Electric ( earlier post ) has formed relationships with several leading companies in the global auto industry to accelerate its in-wheel electric drive systems to market in high-volume production. The suppliers and partners are: FEV, based in Aachen, Germany and Auburn Hills, Mich.,

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JANUARY 8, 2014

A newly-released report by the Center for Automotive Research (CAR) concludes that the automotive industry is not only “high-tech,” it is frequently a leader in technological developments and applications. Additionally, the auto industry provides 16% of total worldwide R&D funding for all industries. Click to enlarge.

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NOVEMBER 7, 2021

will continue to be open to the industry, further accelerating the electrification of automobiles. The first ten months of the year saw drops in different levels of sales in the auto market, owing to chip shortages across the auto industry. The e-platform 3.0 billion) in Q3 2021, a YoY increase of 21.98%.

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JANUARY 22, 2010

The Palo Alto facility will assemble electric vehicle battery packs, electric motors, and related electric vehicle control equipment, both for Tesla’s own electric vehicles and for sale to other automobile manufacturers. The agreement was negotiated and signed by the Department’s Loan Programs Office. Energy Secretary Steven Chu.

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2009

The government’s stimulus plan for the auto industry formulated this year had achieved great success in terms of boosting domestic demand and ensuring the industry growth, he said at the on-going 2009 International Forum on Chinese Automotive Industry Development held in Tianjin. million units in July, up 63.57

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NOVEMBER 11, 2009

We, along with the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers and the Association of International Automobile Manufacturers (AIAM), recognize the importance that batteries and battery technology play in the design and development of new vehicles. Schutt, PhD, Chief Executive Officer, SAE International.

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APRIL 20, 2013

China automaker JAC (Jianghuai Automobile Co) will sign a cooperation agreement on the export of 2,000 battery electric vehicles with US-based GreenTech Automotive Corp. GTA) to develop the US electric vehicle market. In February 2013, a sample EV was sent to the US for testing and performance inspections.

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APRIL 7, 2009

Romania was the first and so far only Eastern European Member State to introduce CO 2 -related taxation last year as part of a more comprehensive overhaul of vehicle taxation in the country.

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

At the Frankfurt Motor Show, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) outlined the industry’s proposal for a pathway to future CO 2 reductions: a 20% CO 2 reduction for passenger cars by 2030, compared to 2021. The European Commission will reveal its proposal on CO 2 targets for cars post-2021 later this year.

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APRIL 22, 2009

Green Car Congress and Charles Territo of the Auto Alliance on 17 April briefly discussed the blend wall (ethanol supply greater than US’s ability to absorb it in 10% blends) and mid-level blends of ethanol being used on existing, non-flex-fuel, vehicles. Charles Territo. Bill Cooke.

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APRIL 25, 2010

Eaton Corporation’ superchargers will make their debut in China on selected new engines on three vehicle models from Chery Automobile Co., Fuel savings and emission reduction are the new themes for China’s auto industry. Zhu Hang, vice president and Dean of Engine Engineering & Research Institute, Chery Automobile Co.

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MAY 8, 2011

“Locally, we will tap into Naza’s experience and penetration of the local auto industry. The Naza Group of Companies is Malaysia’s largest importer of luxury automobiles, including brands such as Ferrari, Peugeot and Brabus.

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AUGUST 20, 2012

Formed in 1966, Xingrui is a manufacturer of transmissions for the Chinese auto industry. A wholly owned subsidiary of Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group Co Ltd (JAC), the company provides products both for its parent company and for other leading Chinese automotive brands, including Chery, Foton, Huatai and Heli.

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MAY 17, 2009

In addition, the bill allocates 3% of the emissions allowances (under the cap-and-trade scheme defined in the bill) through 2017 and 1% from 2018 through 2025 be allocated for investments in electric vehicles and other advanced automobile technology and deployment. ” Harmonized motor vehicle greenhouse gas emissions standards.

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AUGUST 12, 2019

Purdue University researchers are developing pre-chamber technology for automobiles to replace conventional spark plugs and enable more reliable ultra-lean combustion. The auto industry is feeling the pressure to optimize these engines because of the competition from electric vehicles.

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MARCH 15, 2018

The Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers (Auto Alliance) is strongly supporting the passage of Maryland’s SB 1234 , a bill that would require the State of Maryland to purchase zero emission vehicles (ZEVs) for state fleets. —Auto Alliance. SB 1234 is a good step in the right direction.

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MARCH 2, 2011

The project calls for the “EASYBAT” Consortium to develop off-the-shelf automotive grade components and interfaces that enable the auto industry to easily integrate battery switching technology into their electric car platforms. EASYBAT is the first project for switchable battery electric cars approved by the Commission.

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JUNE 9, 2014

We attribute this to a number of factors, including the economy and the increasing quality of today’s automobiles. This while VIO is up 1.5%, a rate the auto industry hasn’t seen in the US since 2004-2005. —Mark Seng, director, aftermarket solutions and global aftermarket practice leader at IHS Automotive. years by 2019.

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JUNE 2, 2020

DiDi also plans to further deepen cooperation with global upstream and downstream auto industry partners towards mass production of autonomous driving vehicles, with the aim of advancing the transformation of the global automotive and transportation industries.

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JUNE 25, 2025

China has dominated the global auto industry since 2009 and now manufactures over three times the number of automobiles as the U.S. auto industry is currently the second largest in the world. The future of the auto industry is up for grabs, but the future of the auto industry is electric.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 29, 2010

Hyundai Motor Company has begun construction of a third plant in China to respond to growing demand in the world’s largest automobile market. Beijing Hyundai Motor Company (BHMC), a 50-50 joint venture between Hyundai Motor and Beijing Automotive Industry Holding Co., 28 in Shunyi District, Beijing. million units.

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MAY 7, 2009

Bolstered by government stimulus plans, sales of autos in China likely reached a record high of 1.15 million units, according to estimates from the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM). Assuming the CAAM figures are borne out by official data, April would be the fifth straight month of growth for the industry.

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MAY 18, 2009

The US auto industry, via the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers, is lining up to support a new national, harmonized program to reduce carbon emissions and fuel consumption that President Obama will announce on Tuesday, 19 May. —Dave McCurdy, president and CEO, Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers.

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MAY 27, 2019

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V. FCA also said that the case for combination is strengthened by the need to take bold decisions to capture at scale the opportunities created by the transformation of the auto industry in areas like connectivity, electrification and autonomous driving. million vehicles annually.

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MARCH 20, 2020

Joining BMW, Ford and FCA in suspension of production in the US due to COVID-19 ( earlier post ) are: Toyota is temporarily suspending production at all of its automobile and components plants in North America, including Canada, Mexico and the US, through 3 April. Tesla will suspend production at its Fremont plant on 23 March.

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OCTOBER 24, 2018

Chen, a seasoned, highly qualified 25-year auto industry veteran, returns to Ford as president and CEO of Ford China, effective November 1. Prior to this position, Chen served as CEO, Chery Automobile, Ltd. He will lead the company’s operations in Greater China, including all import and joint venture operations.

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