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London, May 13, 2025 (Oilandgaspress) –- EV drivers could benefit from cheaper public charging if the Government goes ahead with new ‘solar car parks’. The introduction of solar canopies in car parks aims to give EV drivers cheaper charging costs and save motorists money – and also would mean fewer panels being built on fields.The UK Government pointed to multiple examples of solar carports, the biggest being the Bentley Motors manufacturing facility in Cheshire – the largest solar carport in the UK.
Its 10,000 solar panels generate 2.7MW and work in tandem with 6.6MW of battery storage so that all Bentley’s manufacturing operations can be solar powered. Read from source
JLR opens door to building cars in America The boss of Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has refused to rule out producing cars in America in an effort to avoid tariffs. Adrian Mardell, JLR’s chief executive, said the company had no plans to move production across the Atlantic but could not dismiss the possibility for the future amid lingering questions about how the UK-US trade pact will work in practice. He said: “We had and currently have no cause to build cars in the US at this time, but we cannot discount that it could be the case at some point.”Expand article logo Continue reading
JLR currently makes its best-selling Range Rovers in Solihull, West Midlands, while models such as the Land Rover Discovery and Defender are made in Europe.
Leapmotor presents its range at Automobile Barcelona, Spain
From 9 to 18 May, a new edition of Automobile Barcelona is held at the Montjüic Exhibition Centre. An unmissable event in which Leapmotor will be present with the T03 and the C10.
Leapmotor is the youngest 100% electric car brand in the Spanish market that begins its commercial journey with two models. The Leapmotor T03, an urban with 395 km of autonomy in the urban cycle and with an interior space typical of vehicles of higher categories. And, the Leapmotor C10, a SUV that combines innovation, practicality, attention to detail and comfort to create a unique experience.
In Spain, T03 is priced from €11,900 and the C10 SUV from €25,900, with the €7,000 grants of the Moves III Plan included. Leapmotor C10 REEV, from €26,800, with €7,000 grants from the Moves III Plan included.
Alfa Romeo sporting glory dominates “Fuori Concorso”
From May 24 to 25, in the magnificent setting of Lake Como, one of the most prestigious vintage motoring events in Italy – where Alfa Romeo is a Partner – will be taking to the stage.
The theme of the 2025 FuoriConcorso is “Velocissimo – Italian Race Cars,” an evocative tribute to the most representative racing cars that have made motorsport history.
‘The Green Hell’ Beckons: Opel Official Partner at Rock am Ring 2025
Electrifying cooperation: Brand with the Blitz exclusive automotive partner at Germany’s largest rock festival
Made for the community: New, flexible Opel Frontera on site
Experience international bands and Opel live: From June 6 to 8 at the Nürburgring
Free2move Drives 99% Revenue Compounded Annual Growth since 2021, Achieves Profitability and Sets Ambitious Vision Beyond 2025
Free2move Drives 99% Revenue Compounded Annual Growth since 2021, Achieves Profitability and Sets Ambitious Vision Beyond 2025
F50 Legacy Tour 2025 This weekend marked the end of the F50 Legacy Tour 2025, an exclusive Ferrari event dedicated to F50 owners. The F50, the third supercar from the Prancing Horse, was presented at the 1995 Geneva Motor Show to celebrate the company’s 50th anniversary.
Over 20 participating teams from 10 different nations covered 675 kilometers over three days of driving through Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna, visiting some of Italy’s most beautiful towns. In total, the F50s covered nearly 15,000 km, demonstrating the passion of these legendary supercar owners and the enduring reliability of the F50s, even 30 years after they left the production line.
The Legacy Tour started from the Saturnia thermal baths and passed through enchanting cities and locations such as Grosseto, Porto Santo Stefano, and Siena, before arriving in Maranello on Friday, 9 May. Among the many organized activities, participants had the opportunity to meet Paolo Martinelli, the engineer responsible for developing the iconic V12 engine, which remains the most direct technological transfer from a Formula 1 engine to a Ferrari road car in recent history.
The event concluded with a parade of the cars and an honorary lap on the legendary Fiorano Circuit, where all Ferraris, including the F50, were developed since the track’s opening in 1972.
New Mobile Charging Infrastructure for ADAC Opel Electric Rally Cup
Groundbreakingly sustainable: New charging concept for electric rallying
Flexible: Charging infrastructure from Opel partner SCHALL-E is mobile and efficient
Powerful: Battery of Corsa Rally Electric recharges to 80 percent of its capacity in less than 25 minutes
Electric, Efficient, Spacious: The Family-Friendly Opel All-Rounders
Grand travel: New Opel Grandland Electric with top technologies
Affordable all-rounder with clever solutions: New Opel Frontera Electric
For large families: Opel Combo Electric and Opel Zafira Electric with up to eight seats
Compact class bestseller with plenty of flexible space: Opel Astra Sports Tourer Electric
‘Electric All In’1: Opel makes the switch to electric mobility easy
Time for us: Living Family Life’: ‘International Day of Families’ on May 15
José Muñoz Named Leading Global Spanish Auto Executive Hyundai Motor Company President and CEO José Muñoz was recognized as the Leading Global Spanish Automotive Executive during the 30th anniversary gala of La Tribuna de Automoción, a leading business and automotive outlet in Spain. Oscar Puente, Spain’s Minister of Transport and Sustainable Mobility, presided over the event, which also recognized other industry leaders.
Javier Menéndez, editor and founder of La Tribuna de Automoción, presented the award to Muñoz. According to the jury, “Muñoz has achieved unprecedented success as the highest-ranking Spaniard in the industry and has broken cultural barriers as the first non-Korean CEO of Hyundai Motor Company.” The jury noted the stellar performance of the North America region under his leadership and the disciplined planning process he implemented in Hyundai’s regional markets as global COO.
Free admission to the Mercedes-Benz Museum For International Museum Day on 18 May 2025, the Mercedes-Benz Museum welcomes all visitors with free admission. Museum Day is when people from all over the world are invited to discover living culture and enjoy new experiences in museums. On this special date, the Mercedes-Benz Museum is offering free access to its permanent exhibition with a fascinating journey through the history of the automobile from 1886 to the future.
From 13 to 18 May 2025, “Andrea” the android robot will once again be our guest at the Mercedes-Benz Museum. You can meet “Andrea” in Legend Room 6: Setting out – the road to emission-free mobility. The robot from Stuttgart Media University interacts with visitors in eight languages, smiles, answers questions and is remarkably mobile. “Andrea” brings human – machine interaction to life and reveals fascinating insights into the future of AI-supported communication.
Jaguar Land Rover reports its financial results for full year to 31 March 2025 (FY25) Jaguar Land Rover Automotive plc today reports its financial results for the three months and full year to 31 March 2025 (FY25)
JLR continued its trend of consistent performance in the financial year, delivering record full year and quarterly profits in a decade.
Revenue for the quarter was £7.7 billion, down 1.7% versus Q4 FY24, and up 3.2% versus Q3 FY25, while full year revenue at £29.0 billion was flat year‑on‑year.
Profit before tax and exceptional items (“PBT”) in the quarter was £875 million, up from £661 million a year ago, and full year profit before tax was £2.5 billion, up 15% year‑on‑year and the best PBT in a decade. EBIT margin for the quarter was 10.7%, up 1.5 percentage points compared to Q4 FY24 and for the full year was 8.5%, the best Q4 and full year EBIT margin in a decade.
The increase in profitability year‑on‑year reflects higher volumes and a reduction in depreciation and amortisation, partially offset by an increase in variable marketing expense. Profit after tax (“PAT”) in the quarter was £640 million, compared to PAT of £1.4 billion in the same quarter a year ago. PAT for the full year was £1.8 billion, compared to £2.6 billion in FY24. This was down year‑on‑year as a deferred tax asset (“DTA”) of £1.0 billion was recognised in Q4 FY24 and DTA of £696m was recognised in Q4 FY25.
Free cash flow for the quarter was £1.3 billion and £1.5 billion for the full year. At the end of the quarter, the cash balance was £4.6 billion and net cash was £278 million, with gross debt of £4.4 billion. We successfully ended the year having achieved our key Reimagine strategy target of being net cash positive. Total liquidity was £6.3 billion, including the £1.7 billion undrawn revolving credit facility.
We welcome the UK Government’s changes to the ZEV Mandate which will support JLR’s compliance and investment profiles in the short‑ to medium‑term, ahead of significant changes to our EV product
Volvo Cars’ first extended-range plug-in hybrid The new Volvo XC70 mid-size SUV is Volvo Cars’ first extended-range plug-in hybrid. It provides a pure electric range of up to 200 kilometres*, making it Volvo Cars’ longest-range plug-in hybrid to date.
Built on the new SMA** platform, a premium extended-range plug-in hybrid architecture, the XC70 represents an important product addition for Volvo Cars.
The new XC70 is designed to meet the demand for longer-range plug-in hybrids in China, where it will be available for order later this year. Volvo Cars is exploring potential additional markets at a later stage.
With its extended electric range and fast charging capabilities, the XC70 lets you handle most daily travel without tailpipe emissions and at a lower cost, while the efficient combustion engine provides freedom and flexibility for longer trips.
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