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Powerful and expressive 🔋 The new BMW i4 brings together a progressive new look, the latest digital features and an all-electric drive for locally emission-free driving. Would you take one for a spin? #BMWGroup #BMW #THEi4 #emobility — BMW i4 M50 xDrive WLTP combined: Electricity consumption 21.9 – 17.6 kWh/100 km; CO2 emissions 0 g/km; CO2 Class: A Electric range 416 – 520 km

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Ready for an electrifying journey? ⚡ Progressive aesthetics, consistent digitalisation and extensive assistance systems are just a glimpse of what makes the new BMW i4 stand out. #BMWGroup #BMW #THEi4 #emobility — BMW i4 M50 xDrive WLTP combined: Electricity consumption 21.9 – 17.6 kWh/100 km; CO2 emissions 0 g/km; CO2 Class: A Electric range 416 – 520 km

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MAXMORE Monday: BMW Group announced to have the compact 1 Series and 2 Seris as electric version again as well. Some people will remember the ActiveE 1 Series with the drivetrain, which was used in the #BMW #i3 later and is still used in the #Mini #E Today. Base for the electric drivetrain will be the well approved setup of the #BMW #iX3. Main Topic: #Platform - We are your experts for #Platform #Designs as well - have a chat with our product engineers and see, how your products can be combined or redesigned to get a platform design product. Save cost and time with your #MAXperts. #Maximum and #More - #MAXMORE #MAXperts https://lnkd.in/dvEKrPvY

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Automotive industry: China is booming, Germany in reverse gear With 13.2 million vehicles in H1 2023 (+ 9.8 % vs. year-on-year), China will further expand its position as the world's largest auto market. Germany 1.4 million cars in comparison. The boom in the New Electric Vehicle (NEV) is reflected in the 3.7 million e-cars sold (+ 44.5% year-on-year) in China, 28.3 % of the total market are NEVs. By comparison. Germany 299,500 (21% of total market). BYD has the goal of selling at least 3 million NEVs including hybrids in 2023, while Tesla has the goal of selling at least 2 million BEVs . With 1.4 million registered passenger cars in the first half of 2023, Germany is -25 % behind compared to 2019. Mercedes down by - 31%, VW by -23%, and BMW by -10% and Audi by -8.4% cars sold in 1-5/2023 vs. pre-Corona 2019. The only industry of world renown, the German automotive industry, is in serious trouble. What was declared a slip earlier this year with German e-cars sold on the Chinese market is solidifying. VW is left behind, and the other German brands do not matter. The great hardship is also reflected in the fact that the VW ID3 is temporarily being hawked for €15,000 in China, while it price in Germany is at least €40,000. With a current internal combustion market share of 19% in China (3.2 million VWs in 2022) compared to the current 1.7% for e-cars, this represents a massive slump. The VW plant in Emden, which is geared to the production of BEVs, is cutting shifts and extending plant vacations. As long as Chinese manufacturers have a booming domestic e-car market, export pressure to Europe and the USA will remain moderate. However, this will change massively soon, when well-equipped, qualitatively comparable E-cars of Chinese production at attractive prices meet overpriced German E-cars. German car makers are currently losing a large part of their profitable volume sales of 33%-39% (Mercedes,BMW, VW) on the Chinese market. Without an economic policy framework with competitive energy prices, slimmed-down bureaucracy, competitive taxes, also through the dismantling of the welfare state, etc., we will become a 'total economic loss'. First shift reductions, then short-time work, bankruptcy, job losses and loss of prosperity for all of us. Fight for competitive business conditions. #ecar #mercedes #vw #bmw #NEV The full article appeared in PLUS Magazine in 8-2023

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Audi has updated the plug-in hybrid powertrain offered in its Q7 and Q8 models. The Audi Q7 55TFSIe and the Audi Q8 55TFSIe are both now fitted with a larger 25.7kWh battery. It enables a zero-emission range of up to 52 miles on the Q7 and 51 miles on the Q8, placing both cars in the 8% benefit-in-kind (BiK) tax band. The plug-in hybrid powertrain pairs an electric motor with a 3.0-litre V6 petrol engine. Total system output is 394PS and 600Nm. #BIK #Leasing #Audi

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2025 BMW M4 CS Available to order . The M4 CS receives the same engine upgrade as the M3 CS and M4 CSL, with the twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline-six boosted from 523 ponies in the 2025 M4 Competition xDrive to 543 horsepower. This increased output mainly comes from raising the maximum boost pressure to 30.5 psi along with changes to the engine management software. Torque remains a still potent 479 pound-feet. The M4 CS also gains unique engine mounts, which "form a more rigid connection between the engine and the vehicle’s structure" thanks to increased spring rates.

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Volkswagen have big plans! 👀 Planning to launch by 2027, the German brand appears to have the answer for electric vehicles at a reasonable price! Find out all about it in our blog 👉 https://lnkd.in/dVENNPNY #leasing #ev #electricvehicle #fleet #industrynews

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Neu-Isenburg, Germany, 5 June 2024 – With the iON GT, premium tire manufacturer Hankook is expanding its iON product family developed specifically for electric vehicles. The iON GT summer tire, developed specifically for battery-powered city cars and saloons, as well as the iON GT SUV available for compact SUVs celebrated their premiere at this year’s “The Tire Cologne”, the leading trade fair for the tire industry. A characteristic feature of the new tire in addition to the A/A/A rating on the EU tire label was a high percentage of recycled and renewable materials that match the strength, flexibility and durability of conventional tire components. The strong sustainability credentials had been attested to by the ISCC PLUS certification (ISCC = International Sustainability & Carbon Certification). The new iON GT meets the challenging day-to-day requirements for EV tires with a package of technical measures. EV tires have a higher level of wear than tires for ICE vehicles. One way that Hankook deals with this is the i Super Mileage technology. This includes Round Even, which guarantees an extremely even contact pressure on the road and helps to extend the tire’s life. Hankook’s Opti Cure technology is an advanced vulcanisation technology that helps to significantly reduce rolling resistance. This is how the iON GT can contribute to greater range per battery charge. Much more resistant aramid fibres enhance the steering precision in combination with the Grip Boost technology, which reduces the movement of the sidewall. At the same time, the ProGrip tread mixture ensures better adhesion on wet surfaces through a combination of high-density silica and other sustainable raw materials. Another development goal was to have the quietest possible running characteristics, especially since the absence of noise made by a combustion engine draws attention to this aspect., As a result, it is even more important that Hankook’s integrated i Sound Absorber technology in conjunction with the specific tire pattern noticeably reduces the noise level in the cabin. Thanks to these measures, the EU tire label of the new Hankook iON GT bears an A/A/A rating. This corresponds to top marks for rolling resistance, wet grip and rolling noise. And also the Hankook iON GT has been named “Winner” in the Product Design category at the Red Dot Design Award 2024. With the new iON GT, Hankook is consistently pursuing its strategy of offering the best possible tire for every electric vehicle, ensuring superior performance, sustainability, and design excellence for today’s EV drivers. Learn more : https://lnkd.in/gYPQgtT7

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The #ID2 from #Volkswagen. Doesn't look bad, does it? If VW can offer this for under 25K Euros in western markets (while making a profit) and gets its software under control, this could be a winner. It all appears very conventional. But that is not necessarily a bad thing - especially with VW's target group. For them, a really well-designed new E-Golf would probably sell a lot better than any #ID3. Can't wait for the youtube videos with Model S Plaid vs E-Golf GTI (whatever the "I" will mean then 😉). https://lnkd.in/eMwj7_uU

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Upgrade your ability to make #automotive #repairs with our #training sessions for major brands! Whether you're looking to improve skills you already have or learn completely new ones, our comprehensive training will give you the knowledge and expertise you need to make more money on repairs. Find training: https://loom.ly/ljOQvs4

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With the increase of electric cars on the streets, it is important to understand how they work Do you know the answer to this question? Tell us in the comments! #Autotech #automotiveaftermarket #spareparts

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✨ Driving Bulgaria's Automotive Industry Forward! In his opening speech of the Automotive Forum Bulgaria 2024 on June 11, the Chairman of the Bord of Automotive Cluster Bulgaria, Mr. Emmanouil Fountoukis touched upon key facts and figures regarding the Cluster: "The Automotive Cluster Bulgaria (ACB) now represents 380 member-companies with a combined turnover of over €10B and 80,000 employees. Our members account for 11% of Bulgaria's GDP and about 10% of the country’s exports, demonstrating our significant impact on the national economy." ✅ He also stressed critical international megatrends shaping our industry, including: - The evolution and challenges of electromobility and battery technology. - The increasing pressure for low carbon emissions. - The rapid advancements of the Chinese EV market. - The transformative potential of autonomous driving and AI. Additionally, he addressed the local realities, emphasizing the need for political stability, supportive legislation, and the importance of fostering innovation and R&D. Bulgaria is home to 38 R&D centers belonging to some of the most innovative automotive companies. 🚀 "Our ambition is to support the growth of the Bulgarian automotive supply ecosystem through collaboration, leveraging our members' expertise, and connecting businesses with authorities to ensure our industry remains competitive and agile". The forum featured an exciting lineup of sessions and distinguished speakers who provided valuable insights into electromobility, supply chain impacts of geopolitical shifts, and strategies for reducing emissions. 

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No Big, Bigger the #AM24 We are delighted to be a partner of the Automechanika Frankfurt and to be involved in organizing one or two of the highlights Automechanika Frankfurt is back and brings exciting topics! I was invited to take part in the Automechanika 2024 press conference in Frankfurt. The vehicle fleet worldwide is getting older - a good sign for the aftermarket. At the same time, Automechanika Frankfurt will host the EVA Electric Vehicle Expo for the first time, providing insights into electromobility and introducing new players to the automotive market. The theme #Futuremobility will run through the entire trade fair. The five pillars of Automechanika are particularly impressive: ➡ #trainingandeducation: Investing in the future of our talent. Under the banner #AMbition, a quasi “non-industry” event will take place at the same time. This is aimed specifically at the #GenZ audience and offers entertainment, gaming and partying.  ➡ #Recruiting In the run-up to and during the trade fair, everything will be done to attract young people and skilled workers to the trade fair, giving exhibitors and companies the opportunity to introduce themselves and possibly attract new employees.  ➡ #Innovation #Transformation and #Sustainability in the #Innovation4MobilityLabs there will once again be exciting #Talks, #Workshops and #Training sessions on these important topics

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