BMW Group to invest more than 2 billion euros in Hungarian Plant Debrecen by 2025 The BMW Group is building a high-voltage battery assembly for the vehicles of the NEUE KLASSE at Hungarian Plant Debrecen. The battery assembly will be located on the site of the Debrecen vehicle plant, which started construction about six months ago. The company will create more than 500 additional jobs and invest over two billion euros in the construction and launch of the entire plant by the end of 2025. Milan Nedeljković, member of the Board of Management of BMW AG, Production, said: “In Debrecen,…
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Deutsche Telekom launches its Christmas campaign “How are You?” starts in Germany. It aims to encourage people to take better care of each other. “Make sure everyone is doing well!” is the overarching message of the campaign, which is running in parallel in nine European countries. Telekom mobile customers can also look forward to an early Christmas present: 100 GB data volume free of charge and at their disposal. “We want all people to be connected to each other in the best possible way. Social cohesion is the cement that keeps our society worth living in,” says Ulrich Klenke, Chief…
Solar panels are largely confined to wealthy Americans says Stanford University researchers When a new consumer technology makes its debut, whether it’s a smartphone or an electric car, its adoption rate typically follows a predictable path. The first buyers come from a narrow slice of high-income users or tech enthusiasts who are willing to pay high prices. Over time, as prices fall and economies of scale kick in, sales climb sharply and the technologies become mass-market products. Eventually, the market becomes saturated, and the number of users reaches a plateau. That hasn’t happened with residential solar power in the United…
Castrol and Jaguar Land Rover announce a new contract that extends their long-standing relationship Castrol to continue as sponsor of Jaguar Racing Formula E team Companies set to continue to collaborate on innovation and sustainability in luxury personal transportation Jaguar Land Rover has exclusively recommended approved Castrol engine oils for their iconic vehicles since 2001, and this new agreement will extend their relationship through to 2026. Castrol’s deep collaboration with Jaguar Land Rover since 2001 is focused on delivering technologically advanced, efficient lubricant products that push the boundaries of engine performance and help improve fuel economy. This combined experience supports…
Expansion of the Professional 18V System: New cordless jigsaws from Bosch for professionals In order to offer professionals a suitable solution without an annoying cord for every job in a workshop or on a construction site, Bosch is launching two new cordless jigsaws on the market in the Professional 18V System: the GST 18V-155 SC Professional and GST 18V-155 BC Professional for particularly precise cuts and detailed work. The tools have a cutting depth of 155 mm and are available with either a barrel grip or a bow handle (B). Thanks to modern battery technology, the new tool generation is comparable…
Walmart Teams Up with Customers To Give Away Up to $5 Million in Local Communities Walmart announced the launch of a new giving campaign as part of its Spark Good initiative, supporting local communities across the country with up to $5 million going to nonprofits this holiday season. Between Nov. 25 and Dec. 25, the retailer is giving customers the opportunity to round up purchases, then donate the change to a favorite charity while shopping on Walmart.com and the Walmart app. Walmart will match customer contributions 1:1, up to $1 million ($2 million total including customer donations), so every dollar…
For 30 years, Nespresso has been dedicated to bringing its consumers the ultimate coffee experience in a responsible way. Now, it renews that commitment by announcing a new range of paper-based home compostable coffee capsules. After three years of research and development, Nespresso has created a home compostable paper-based capsule that delivers the high-quality coffee for which the brand is known – with no compromise on the taste experience. Consumer demand for compostable packaging is increasing, and an estimated 45% of French people now home compost one or more types of biowaste.1 Guillaume Le Cunff, Nespresso CEO, said: “Pushing the boundaries of fine coffee experiences…
Netflix Kicks Off the Holiday Season With New Titles, Fun In-Person Activations and More! Spreading delight for fans of all ages this season, Wonder is Everywhere on Netflix with festive fan favorites as well as new movies and TV shows coming to Netflix! Sit around the fire and wrap up the year with festive collections to keep you entertained. Like Holiday Favorites featuring the stories you go back to year after year, including Christmas Chronicles, Klaus, or Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey. Or Sweets & Treats, with stories to satisfy your sweet tooth from The Great British Baking Show: Holidays…
Capgemini acquires 23red to boost its sustainability and purpose-driven creative brand design capabilities in the UK Capgemini has announced that it has acquired 23red, a UK based purpose-driven creative agency with clients mainly in the Public and 3rd Sectors. 23red specializes in developing brands and campaigns that change behavior for the better and have a positive impact on people’s lives. The transaction signed and closed on November 17. As Capgemini acquires 23red , which helps leading businesses, charities and government to shift the behavior of their audiences. Based in London, its team of experts deliver projects for clients, including the UK Government,…
Hyundai 2023 IONIQ 6 Leads New Era of Electrification at 2022 Automobility Los Angeles The showstopping all-new Hyundai 2023 IONIQ 6, inspired by Hyundai’s Prophecy EV concept, makes its North American Debut at AutoMobility Los Angeles. The four-door electrified streamliner with a targeted estimated driving range of 340 miles is equipped with relevant technology and best-in-class ultra-fast charging that can charge the battery from 10 to 80 percent in just 18 minutes. IONIQ 6 is the second Hyundai model to ride on Hyundai’s exclusive Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP) that allows for dual motors, more interior space, and optimized performance. IONIQ 6…