Manufacturer insight
Brand Insight with Paul Philpott, president and CEO, Kia UK
2024 is shaping up to be a record-breaking year for Kia. AM met with Paul Philpott, president and CEO of Kia UK to discuss what are the key goals for the brand and how it plans to further solidify its position in the UK market.
Citroën CEO Thierry Koskas on tackling the zero-emissions challenge
In this, the second part of AM’s latest Manufacturing Insight, Thierry Koskas, Citroën’s chief executive, discusses the zero-emissions challenge facing both the UK and Europe, competitive pressure from Chinese brands and Citroën’s unique offering in the all-electric B-segment with the arrival of the e-C3.
Renault and Volvo get green light for electric vans joint venture
Renault Group and Volvo Group have obtained the required regulatory approvals to officially launch the new company for the next generation of fully electric vans based on a software defined vehicle (SDV) platform and its dedicated services.
Renault discussing small EV opportunity with Volkswagen and others
Renault and Volkswagen are in discussions about collaborating on a battery-electric minicar for the European market. Luca de Meo, CEO of Renault, confirmed the talks at the Geneva auto show, mentioning that other potential partners were also being considered.
Genesis car brand brought under Hyundai UK's wing, dealerships opening
Dealers appointed to represent the premium car brand Genesis UK have begun trading this month as the business changes tack from a direct-to-consumer model and becomes a standalone business unit beneath the wing of Hyundai UK.