Mobility

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 4, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 4, 2025 – Stellantis has announced the appointment of Alain FAVEY as the new Chief Executive Officer of Peugeot, effective February 3, 2025. Mr. FAVEY will report to Jean-Philippe Imparato, Enlarged Europe Chief Operating Officer, Stellantis.

A Distinguished Career in the Automotive Industry

A graduate of HEC Paris, Alain FAVEY brings over 35 years of experience in the automotive sector to his new role. He began his career with the PSA Group, where he served as Country Managing Director for Citroen in Denmark, Belux, UK, Italy, and France.1 In 2009, he joined Volkswagen AG, holding several leading international positions with Porsche Holding, Skoda, and Bentley.2 Most recently, he served as CEO of Europcar Mobility Group since June 2023.3

"A Major Player in This Evolution"

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 4, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 4, 2025 – Alfa Romeo has kicked off 2025 with a significant accolade: the Quattroruote audience has named the Alfa Romeo Junior "New Car of the Year 2025." This prestigious award, determined by online votes cast by a passionate and engaged audience, saw the Junior capture 16% of the vote, outperforming 19 other contenders selected by the Quattroruote editorial team as the most innovative vehicles of the past year.

A Resounding Victory for Alfa Romeo

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 4, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 4, 2025 – Shell has announced the resumption of production at the Penguins field in the UK North Sea. This milestone is achieved through the deployment of a new, state-of-the-art floating production, storage, and offloading (FPSO) facility. Shell operates the field with a 50% stake, while NEO Energy holds the remaining 50%. This development marks a significant resurgence for the field, which previously relied on the Brent Charlie platform, ceasing operations in 2021 and currently undergoing decommissioning.

Revitalizing a Key North Sea Asset

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 1, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 1, 2025 – A growing sense of political instability surrounding Germany’s Building Energy Act has led homeowners to postpone critical energy-efficient renovations, jeopardizing both national climate targets and the long-term value of millions of homes. A new survey reveals widespread hesitation among property owners, highlighting the urgent need for stable policies to reignite progress in the building sector.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 1, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 1, 2025 – Symbio, a European leader in hydrogen fuel cell technology, has made history by becoming the continent’s first fuel cell supplier to secure the globally recognized IATF 16949 certification. This milestone underscores the company’s commitment to advancing emissions-free hydrogen mobility and solidifies its position as a pioneer in automotive quality standards.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 1, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 1, 2025 – In a landmark achievement for sustainable energy, Japan’s Obayashi Corporation has successfully completed the first-ever export of green hydrogen from New Zealand to Fiji. This pioneering initiative supports Fiji’s decarbonization efforts by using the hydrogen in a diesel-hydrogen generator to power local buildings, marking a critical step toward global climate neutrality.

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SHERIDAN, WYOMING – January 31, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 31, 2025 – BMW i Ventures announced today a $4.3 million investment in Athenic AI, a pioneer in the data analysis and business intelligence (BI) space. The round was led by BMW i Ventures, with participation from TenVC, Scrum Ventures, Stage 2 Capital, Beat Ventures, SpaceCadet, Boost VC and Abstraction Capital.

Democratizing Data Analysis with AI-Powered Insights

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – January 30, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 30, 2025 – Hankook Tire, a global leader in the tire industry, has announced the launch of its new Optimo sub-brand in Europe. Optimo is a line of passenger car tires designed to meet the needs of drivers in all seasons. The new sub-brand is part of Hankook's strategy to increase its market share in Europe and offer a more diversified product portfolio.

Optimo: A Name Synonymous with Reliability and Performance

The Optimo name is inspired by one of Hankook's most successful all-season tires. It represents the brand's commitment to providing reliable and high-performance tires that meet the needs of drivers in a variety of conditions. The Optimo line-up includes summer, all-season, and winter tires, all of which are designed to deliver optimal performance and safety.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – January 30, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 30, 2025 –The Tire Technology International Awards for Innovation and Excellence have revealed the shortlisted nominees for the 2025 awards. The winners will be announced at the Tire Technology Expo 2025 in Hannover, Germany, which is just under six weeks away.

The awards are judged by a panel of experts from the tire industry and academia, and recognize the outstanding achievements of tire manufacturers, suppliers, and researchers.

Environmental Achievement of the Year – Tire Design

The nominees for the Environmental Achievement of the Year – Tire Design award are: