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Nerine Zoio

Audi enters electromobility’s fast lane

Audio aims to add three electric vehicles to its range by 2020. For 2018, an electric SUV is scheduled. It will be followed by an electric compact model and, at a later point in time, offerings for the midsize segment.

Embattled VW’s ‘fraud’ could entail billions

Senior executives at Volkswagen AG, including its former chief executive, allegedly covered up evidence that the German automaker had cheated on US diesel emission tests for years. This was the charge against it on Tuesday in the form of civil lawsuits from three US states.

EU fines truck producers $4.29bn for cartel behaviour

The European Commission has found that MAN, Volvo/Renault, Daimler, Iveco, and DAF broke EU antitrust rules and colluded to keep prices artificially high at the expense of consumers. The commission has imposed a record fine of € 2.926 billion (A$4.29 billion).

Agave by-product car parts from Ford and Jose Cuervo

Ford and tequila-maker Jose Cuervo are testing a bioplastic made from the agave plant for use in vehicle interior and exterior components such as wiring harnesses, HVAC units and storage bins.

Mercedes-Benz invests in digital experts

Mercedes-Benz is investing in the development of its digital competence as part of its ‘Best Customer Experience’ sales and marketing initiative. So far more than 100 jobs will be created, predominantly in Stuttgart.