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Volkswagen (VW) CEO Oliver Blume addressed thousands of workers at the company’s Wolfsburg headquarters, emphasizing the urgent need to “secure the company’s future” amid a vicious downturn in the auto industry and intensifying competition. According to The Wall Street Journal, Blume stated that the German auto giant has been streamlining operations and incorporated new synergies but still faces a bumpy road ahead. He added that reducing labor costs is needed. “The current situation is serious. New competitors are entering the market with unprecedented force. The price pressure is immense,” the CEO told workers on Wednesday. He added, “In addition, our labor costs in Germany have now become too high. That is why urgent measures are needed to secure Volkswagen’s future.” In late October, Volkswagen’s top labor leader, works council chief Daniela Cavallo, who also sits on VW’s supervisory board, was quoted by Bloomberg as saying three factories were preparing for closure, and VW was mulling over eliminating thousands of jobs and scaling back pay by 10% and hours. Earlier this week, WSJ noted that 100,000 workers, or about 33% of the company’s total German workforce, staged a labor action across nine factories amid plant closure and mass layoff threats. Click here to read more…
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The Formula 4 Middle East Trophy Round returns to Yas Marina Circuit as part of the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2024 this weekend. Abu Dhabi’s own Yas Heat Racing Formula 4 Middle East team features an exciting line-up of promising young talent, with 15-year-old future motorsport stars Adam Al-Azhari and August Raber both driving for the outfit. Al-Azhari, who made waves in Formula 4 Spain last season, is eager to build on that experience and develop his race-craft as he represents Yas Heat Racing for the first time at his home track. Joining him is teammate August Raber, whose rise through the karting ranks has made him a talent to watch as he makes his official racing debut at his home circuit. Meanwhile Emirati racing sensations Amna and Hamda Al-Qubaisi will compete in the Formula 1 Academy finale as Yas Heat Racing ambassadors. Hamda, driving for Red Bull Racing, returns to her home track after a remarkable second F1 Academy season that sees her currently in P6 in the championship standings. Amna, for Visa Cash App RB, continues to blaze a trail for Emirati women in motorsport. Francesca Pardini of Yas Heat Racing said: “This season […]
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Ajman Police announced on Tuesday that they had seized several vehicles involved in reckless driving and misconduct during the Eid Al Etihad celebrations in the emirate. These violations occurred along Ajman Beach Road, disrupting the festive atmosphere. The vehicles were impounded and the drivers were detained and referred to the appropriate police stations for further legal action. Violations included the use of spray tools and motorists dangerously hanging out through vehicle roof-tops and windows. شرطة عجمان تحجز عدد من المركبات بسبب القيادة بطيش وتهور خلال الاحتفال باليوم الوطني 53 pic.twitter.com/NCtCYzhnrm — ajmanpoliceghq (@ajmanpoliceghq) December 3, 2024
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Famed British carmaker Jaguar revealed its new vehicle design direction Monday night with the introduction of an all-electric concept car called “Type 00.” The vehicle, pronounced “Type Zero Zero,” features a minimalistic yet somewhat gaudy design. It is boxy with sleek lights and large wheels, a notably visual change from the brand’s current, sporty cars and SUVs. Automakers routinely use concept vehicles to gauge customer interest in a design or show the future direction of a vehicle or brand. The vehicles are not meant to be sold to consumers. Jaguar is expected to produce several new electric vehicles over the coming years, including a four-door GT car that is expected to be revealed next year that resembles the concept car. Jaguar is projecting a range of up to 430 miles on a single charge with its new production EV, with up to 200 miles of range in 15 minutes when rapid charging. The new concept vehicle comes weeks after Jaguar released an artistically flamboyant video meant to debut the company’s “Copy Nothing” rebranding. The video featured androgynous models of varying ethnicities and sizes posing in vibrant clothing in a brightly colored landscape. The 30-second clip was accompanied by new logos and fonts for the […]
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Ferrari squad AF Corse — Francorchamps Motors secured teams’ and drivers’ titles at Fanatec GT World Challenge Europe Powered by AWS after an astonishing finish to the 6 Hours of Jeddah. The season-closing race was won in commanding fashion by the #48 Mercedes-AMG Team Mann-Filter entry of Maro Engel, Lucas Auer and Daniel Morad, who emerged as leaders during the third hour and ran a faultless race thereafter. Behind them, a late full-course yellow and safety car shuffled the pack and paved the way for an incredible conclusion. Crucially, the late neutralization allowed the #51 Ferrari of Alessandro Pier Guidi, Alessio Rovera and Davide Rigon to move back into title contention. The pole-sitting car led early on but slipped down the order in the middle phase of the race and looked to be out of the hunt when it received a 30-second stop-go penalty for breaching track limits. But by making its final stop during the full-course yellow the Ferrari vaulted to sixth for the late restart. Guidi was at the wheel for a typically inspired charge through the order, the Italian ace overhauling the Comtoyou Racing Aston Martin, the #46 Team WRT BMW and the #32 Team WRT BMW […]
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Three people – a child, woman and domestic worker were killed, while four sustained injuries in a collision involving a truck and a family vehicle on Abdali Road. The accident occurred when a truck, driven by a male expatriate, collided with a vehicle carrying eight people, including three children and four women. Emergency responders swiftly arrived at the scene, airlifting the injured to Al Jahra Hospital for treatment. The truck driver, who was also injured, is among those under investigation as authorities work to determine the cause of the collision. In a separate incident on Al Subiya Road on Saturday evening, a collision between two vehicles resulted in two fatalities and one injury. About 300 traffic accidents are recorded daily on average in Kuwait, according to a security official. Six leading causes of accidents have been identified: Inattentiveness while driving, mobile phone usage, wrong side overtaking, failure to maintain the vehicle, recklessness and speeding, and hazardous road conditions due to potholes and damage. Despite awareness campaigns carried out by the General Traffic Department, violations that lead to fatal accidents often involve young people failing to comply with the laws. The Medical Emergency Department handles an increasing volume of traffic accident-related […]
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Lando Norris lifted the spirits of his title-chasing McLaren team on Friday when he powered to pole position ahead of Mercedes’ George Russell in qualifying for Saturday’s sprint race at the Qatar Grand Prix. After a disappointing outing in Las Vegas, where his drivers’ title hopes ended as Max Verstappen clinched his fourth championship with Red Bull, the British driver was back on top form under the lights at the Lusail International Circuit. Norris clocked a best time in one minute and 21.012 seconds to outpace Russell, the winner in Nevada, by just 0.063 seconds at the end of a closely-fought session. Oscar Piastri in the second McLaren was third. “It’s tough,” said Norris of his laps and the speed of the track. “It is so quick around here. It feels like the quickest of the year and in the final sector you feel like you are just hanging on. “I want to win and I want to win every session as a driver. Our target tomorrow is a one-two so we maximize the points for our constructors’ but we know Mercedes and Ferrari will be quick.” The Ferraris of Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc qualified fourth and fifth ahead […]
7 days ago
Dubai has announced two days of free parking for the UAE National Day holiday. All public parking will be free of charge (except multi-storey parking) from Monday, December 2, until the end of Tuesday, December 3, the emirate’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) said on Friday. This translates to a three-day free parking period as no fees are charged on Sundays. Most residents will be getting a four-day weekend for Eid Al Etihad this year. Government authorities earlier declared December 2 and 3 as paid holidays for both the private and public sectors. All private schools, nurseries and universities in Dubai will be closed on December 2 and 3, with normal classes resuming from Wednesday, December 4. The UAE marks the National Day — now called Eid Al Etihad — on December 2 every year to celebrate the unification of the Emirates in 1971. The country turns 53 this year. The official Eid Al Etihad celebrations — usually attended by the country’s Rulers and leaders — will be held amid the “breathtaking natural landscapes” of Al Ain.
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A 29-year-old expat, who sustained severe injuries after a minibus crash in Al Sajaah area in Sharjah, was successfully rescued, Ministry of Interior (MOI) announced on Friday. After the accident, the Asian resident received immediate first aid at the scene before being airlifted to Al Qassimi Hospital for further treatment, ensuring timely medical intervention that played a crucial role in saving his life. The emergency response was due to a request from the National Ambulance, which was promptly coordinated through the Department of the General Directorate of Security Support at the MOI’s operations room.
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The Ministry of Interior, represented by the Traffic and Operations Sector, has announced the commencement of installing automated surveillance cameras powered by artificial intelligence. These cameras are designed to monitor traffic obstruction violations and failure to adhere to lane markings. In a statement released on Thursday, the ministry explained that this initiative aligns with the directives of the Acting Prime Minister, Minister of Defense, and Minister of Interior, Sheikh Fahad Yousef Saud Al-Sabah. The ministry urged all drivers to strictly follow traffic rules and etiquette, respect lane markings and traffic signs, and avoid infringing on the rights of others on the road. It emphasized that adherence to these rules is crucial for achieving traffic safety and ensuring a smooth traffic flow across various roads. The Ministry of Interior reiterated that this initiative is part of its comprehensive strategy to enhance the traffic system and ensure the safety and security of road users. It also warned that violators would face the necessary legal measures for noncompliance.
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