On this week’s round-up of automotive gossip, we hear why although BMW is impressed by Renault’s plans to revive the 5 it will not be following go well with, SMMT boss Mike Hawes expresses eagerness to study what JLR will do subsequent and extra.
BMW will not go retro
BMW has no plans to go retro, however that didn’t cease design boss Adrian van Hooydonk sending a congratulatory message to Laurens van den Acker when Renault unveiled its electrical 5. “I believe that automotive will work for them,” he mentioned.
SMMT anticipates JLR information
SMMT boss Mike Hawes is keen to listen to Jaguar Land Rover’s long-term plan. He mentioned: “We’re all anticipating the Thierry Bolloré technique for the longer term. It’s an exceptional firm and an asset to the UK and our business. I’m positive they may decide a path to safeguard the longer term and methods to construct on success prior to now. Their dedication to the UK hasn’t been unsure since they grew to become unbiased.”
Hyundai might electrify Santa Cruz
Hyundai’s new Santa Cruz pick-up might effectively acquire an electrical powertrain sooner or later. Chief artistic officer Luc Donckerwolke mentioned: “We should wait to use the powertrain but it surely’s not far off. The longer term will definitely give us the chance to affect it.”
Peugeot US return unlikely
Peugeot returning to the US stays attainable however is much less possible now that it’s a part of Stellantis together with American manufacturers Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep. “We should rethink, as Peugeot can be a part of a brand new world within the coming months,” mentioned not too long ago departed boss Jean-Philippe Imparato. “We’ve got to adapt – however all choices stay on the desk.”
