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McLaren appoints the good doctor

McLaren Automotive has appointed Dr Jens Ludmann as chief operating officer (COO), filling a role that’s been vacant since 2013. Dr Ludmann, who will take up his role on 2 […]

ADAS applications to soar

Global automotive applications of advanced driver assist systems (ADAS) will surpass 232 million units annually in 2022, according IHS Markit. In its latest ADAS Applications and Sensors Report, IHS Markit […]

Knowledge sharing key to transport future

Innovation in transport is at risk because data is not being shared in the sector – according to a new report commissioned by the Transport Systems Catapult (TSC) and using […]

AkzoNobel to unveil corporate strategy

AkzoNobel is expected to outline its strategic plan today, when chief executive Ton Buchner will have to convince shareholders that his vision is a better option than accepting the latest […]

VWG addresses windscreen concerns

Volkswagen Group has played host to Auto Windscreens to demonstrate how ‘pinpoint accurate’ calibration leads to the best driving experience for its customers. The half-day course, led by paint and […]

The telematics revolution starts here

The automotive sector is ‘at the start of a revolution’ which will see factory-fitted telematics devices and, ultimately, end in automated driving. In a blog on the LexisNexis website, Paul […]

Zenuity starts operations

Zenuity, the joint venture between Volvo Cars and Autoliv Inc has begun its operations today (Tuesday 18 April). Zenuity is a new entrant in the growing global market for autonomous […]

Motability sales up 440%

SEAT has secured its best quarter one results to date, making it the fastest growing manufacturer in fleet, true fleet and Motability channels. The 32% rise in overall fleet sales […]

BiK overspend of £2m

New research has found that 75% of dealers overpay Benefit in Kind (BiK) to company car drivers, equating to more than £2m. After producing the first audit of its kind […]

Government considering diesel scrappage scheme

The government could pay drivers to scrap their older diesel cars, as part of its fight against urban pollution. Reports suggest the scheme, which could be announced this week, could […]

ICO continues data leak search

Two search warrants have been executed by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at properties in the north west as part of an ongoing investigation into nuisance calls related to data […]

Dacia reaches six-figure target

Dacia has sold 100,000 vehicles in the UK since launching here in 2013. Over 94% of Dacia sales are to retail customers, with Scotland its most popular market, where it […]