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Volkswagen says economies of scale from joint purchasing, combined with innovations in design and engineering, will slash development time by more than 30%. …

The European Transport Workers’ Federation (ETF) is deeply troubled by the outcome of 28 February 2024’s vote in the European Parliament regarding revised rules for driving licenses. …

Fabrice Cambolive says a "two-leg" strategy of offering separate electric and gasoline hybrid cars in each segment offers flexibility to react to market trends, especially as the EV adoption rate slows. …

IRU outlined key measures to improve the treatment of drivers during roadside checks and to digitalise control documents at a high-level conference on road control organised by the Belgian Presidency of the Council of the European Union. …

Renault's De Meo also said he was speaking to other potential partners. Renault confirmed that it is in talks with Volkswagen to partner on a battery-electric minicar for Europe. …

Fundación Valenciaport has kicked off a research study on the safety of ammonia as fuel, titled ‘Study Investigating the Safety of Ammonia as Fuel on Ships’. …

The Global Industry Alliance (GIA) for Marine Biosafety has outlined a full work programme for 2024, to support IMO’s key environmental objectives of protecting marine biodiversity and decarbonizing shipping.  …

Mobile driving licences, self-assessment of fitness to drive and better awareness of pedestrians are some of the changes to EU driving licence rules by MEPs on Wednesday 28 February 2024. …

Italy has been in talks with Tesla and three Chinese carmakers as it tries to attract another manufacturer and reach an annual output target of 1.3 m vehicles, the industry minister said on Wednesday 28 February 2024. …

BYD’s first own car freighter, the Explorer No. 1, and its maiden voyage to Bremerhaven mark the beginning of a new era for the OEM, which is intended to pave the way to Europe. …