BMW Group and Samsung SDI expand partnership

The BMW Group and Samsung SDI plan to expand their supply relationship for battery cells for electro-mobility. The two companies signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to this effect in Seoul. Samsung SDI will supply the BMW Group with battery

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Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Plant in Turkey produces one-millionth vehicle

Hyundai Motor Manufacturing plant in Turkey, Hyundai Assan Otomotiv Sanayi (HAOS), has produced its one-millionth vehicle with a ceremony held at the facility, participated by company executives and workers.

After doubling the capacity last year to more than 200,000

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Rolls-Royce supports local primary school’s racing debut

A team of school children mentored and supported by Rolls-Royce Motor Cars successfully completed the Greenpower IET Formula Goblin race at the Goodwood Motor Circuit.

The group of 10 boys and girls from Years 5 and 6 built and piloted a specially developed electric

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Dyson Racing Team Bentley readies for Toronto Pirelli World Challenge

After a strong finish in their Pirelli World Challenge (PWC) debut, Dyson Racing Team Bentley is poised for their next race. The team will once again take on the competition in a pair of sprint races, this time on the street circuit around downtown Toronto, Canada

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Buick Achievers Scholarship Program awards US$ 2.5-million to nation's future STEM leaders

The Buick Achievers Scholarship Program, funded by the General Motors Foundation, announced new scholarships totaling up to US$ 2.5-million to 100 recipients pursuing careers in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, also

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New Skoda Octavia Scout starts from £25,315

Fully prepared and always ready for an adventure - the latest model to join the Octavia range is a true Scout in every sense. Building on the strengths of its acclaimed predecessors, the second-generation Octavia Scout is a unique all-rounder that combines off-road

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Mazda is now Official Automotive Partner of the 2014 Rock 'n' Roll Marathon Series

Competitor Group, Inc. (CGI) and Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) announced an expanded partnership, as Mazda becomes the Official Automotive Partner of the Rock 'n' Roll Marathon Series.

The Rock 'n' Roll Marathon Series combines entertainment

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Michelin India opens 'Drivers Wanted 2014' contest in India

As part of Michelin's 125 years celebrations, company opens the 'Drivers Wanted 2014' contest in India where four lucky winners will get an all-expense paid tour to Malaysia's legendary Sepang International F1 Circuit in August 2014. The circuit will come alive with the

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Kia announces sponsorship of England Women's Cricket Team

Kia Motors (UK) Limited has announced a sponsorship deal as the official partner of the England Women's Cricket Team. The two-year partnership will see Kia become the official car of England women's cricket, with 19 all-new Kia Sportage vehicles set to be

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BMW Group opens first Driving Center in Asia

The BMW Group celebrated the opening of its first Driving Center in Asia, located in Incheon, Korea. The investment totals US$ 75.5-million up to 2020 (77-billion Korean won), and around100 new jobs have already been created.

The BMW Group has driving experience

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Toyota appoints Michael Rouse to Toyota U.S.A. Foundation President

The Toyota U.S.A. Foundation has a new leader. Longtime Toyota veteran and community activist Michael Rouse, who currently serves as Vice-President of diversity, philanthropy and community affairs is now President of the Foundation. Rouse assumes this

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