Sunday, December 22, 2024
Audi appoints Massimo Frascella as the new design chief, succeeding Marc Lichte after his decade-long tenure. Frascella, renowned for his work at Land Rover, will shape Audi's future electric vehicle lineup with a focus on timeless design. Meanwhile, Audi commits to producing conventional vehicles until 2032 amidst an industry-wide shift towards electric mobility.
In a recent victory at the European Court of Justice (ECJ), German automaker Audi secures exclusive rights to its iconic four-ring badge, prevailing over Polish car parts trader GQ. Audi can now prohibit the use of similar signs on replacement components, as the court affirmed. This decision followed a dispute where GQ questioned the emblem's usage and Audi's authority. The ECJ ruled that Audi's trademark rights were valid, citing the logo's marketing function.
Audi's New CEO, Gernot Dollner, is prioritizing a balanced approach to propulsion technologies in response to changing customer demands. Audi is committed to electric mobility but isn't rushing to maximize EV production, aiming to keep dealers satisfied by promoting gas-powered, plug-in hybrid, and electric cars.
Audi's Pre-Sense safety feature is under scrutiny after a driver's harrowing experience. Video footage shows the Audi suddenly stopping on a busy highway due to a perceived danger, raising concerns about the reliability of advanced driver-assistance systems.
Federal officials have launched an investigation into persistent fuel leak concerns in 2015-2016 Volkswagen Golf and Audi A3 models. They aim to determine if the problem extended beyond 2016, potentially affecting vehicles until 2020.
Huawei aims to break new grounds as it seeks partnership with Audi and Mercedes. The company offers its Smart Car Software to these two automotive manufacturers.
Car enthusiasts are in for a treat and much excitement as new cars will soon be at the market. Different car manufacturers put their best foot forward with newest addition to their label. One of them is Audi.
