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Auto supplier Adient cuts jobs, transfers roles in Europe to shave costs – ET Auto

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Automotive seating supplier Adient plc on Monday said it was restructuring its Europe business by cutting jobs and transferring work to countries with lower labor expenses, in a bid to cut costs. The company did not disclose how many employees were affected by the layoffs or which countries it is shifting roles to.

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First all-electric MINI Convertible to premiere at Auto Shanghai 2023

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The all-electric MINI Cooper SE Convertible ( earlier post ) celebrates its world premiere at Auto Shanghai, 18 to 27 April at the China Expo Convention and Exhibition Complex, Shanghai. With a limited number of 999 vehicles, it will enable MINI fans in Europe to enjoy open-air driving fun from April 2023.

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Volkswagen AG Elli charging network now operating 400,000 charging points in Europe

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Volkswagen AG and its charging and energy brand Elli now operate 400,000 charging points in Europe—the largest charging network there, with more than 800 providers in 27 countries. We have taken a huge step closer to our vision by offering 400,000 charging points in Europe.

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Tesla Model Y Rules In Europe — Europe EV Sales Report

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Approximately 288,000 plugin vehicles were registered in September in Europe, +15% year over year (YoY). Last month’s plugin vehicle share of the overall European auto market was 25% (17% full electrics/BEVs). Unfortunately, the overall market also grew by double digits, +11%, as it is finally recovering from a couple of bad years.

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Constellium supplying aluminum auto body sheet for the Maserati Grecale SUV

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Constellium SE is supplying aluminum auto body sheet for the all-new Maserati Grecale SUV. Constellium is the primary supplier of auto body sheet solutions for the closures of the Maserati Grecale, including the hood, liftgate, and doors. Maserati unveiled the Grecale in March 2022.

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VinFast expands aftersales service in Europe

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Vietnamese automaker VinFast expanded its aftersales services in Europe by partnering with a local automotive repair and maintenance brand. It works with various brands, including Norauto, Midas, ATU, Auto 5, and Carter-Cast. The post VinFast expands aftersales service in Europe appeared first on TESLARATI.

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Renault talks to China’s Li Auto and Xiaomi on tech collaboration – ET Auto

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Renault held talks this week with China’s Li Auto and Xiaomi on electric and intelligent vehicle technologies , the French carmaker said on Friday, opening the door to potential collaboration on technology with the two companies. China disputes the claim and has accused Europe of protectionism.

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