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A world first at Böllinger Höfe: Audi is using a virtual programmable logic controller from Siemens on the Edge Cloud 4 Production (EC4P) platform in the body shop. The TÜV-certified network of virtual programmable logic controllers works with a security function specially developed by Siemens.

Built on the Premium Platform Combustion (PPC), the new Audi A5 is welcoming additional members to its family. Alongside the pure combustion engine models, Audi is now offering two plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) models in two power levels for the A5 series for the first time. Customers will benefit from greater comfort and technical innovations for their daily mobility. The new generation of HV batteries boasts around 45 percent higher capacity. The increased regenerative braking performance contributes to an electric range of up to 110 kilometers.

In their quest for perfect accuracy, body shop workers at Audi often use fine shims to adjust equipment by tenths of a millimeter. “Agile shimming”, which is used on the two-way framer at the Audi Sport plant at Böllinger Höfe, is a unique technology within the group. Shimming during the fitting of the exterior side parts was automated at one location and connected to the in-line measurement station via a control circuit. An algorithm automatically adjusts the actuators. Audi employees from Neckarsulm and Ingolstadt developed the technology together.

Automobili Lamborghini confirms the positive trend of the last few years, closing 2024 with its best-ever results in terms of deliveries, sales, and operating income. Despite challenging conditions in the automotive market, the Sant’Agata Bolognese-based carmaker recorded revenues of over 3 billion euro (3.09 billion euros) for the first time in its history, an increase of 16.2 percent versus 2023. Operating profit also grew, rising above 800 million euros to 835 million euro: a 15.5 percent increase compared with 2023. Operating margin remains at 27 percent, consolidating the brand’s position among the most profitable global players in the luxury goods sector.

Bentley Motors today lays the ground on its new BEV assembly line located in the oldest building at the Pyms Lane site while announcing its sixth consecutive year of profitability with record levels of personalisation. Both help to self-finance a record site investment underlining a long-term commitment to UK manufacturing as Bentley prepares to introduce its first BEV to the market in 2027.

At the AUDI AG Annual Media Conference, CEO Gernot Döllner and CFO Jürgen Rittersberger assessed the 2024 fiscal year and provided insights into the company’s strategy. Their most important statements at a glance.

The Audi Group delivered a solid performance in the 2024 financial year despite challenging market conditions. In the past twelve months, revenue totaled 64.5 billion euros, operating profit amounted to 3.9 billion euros, and the operating margin was 6 percent. Net cash flow reached 3.1 billion euros. Audi will continue to deliver in 2025 – model by model. By the end of the year, the company will have the youngest product portfolio in its market segments.

Ducati ends 2024 with financial results that testify to the solidity of its competitive positioning in the two-wheel sector and the effectiveness of the strategic choices made in recent years, oriented towards the development of a product range that represents the best fusion of beauty, performance and technology.

The transformation of the automotive industry also shaped Audi Hungaria and its performance in the 2024 financial year. The company produced 1,580,991 powertrains at the Győr site in the past year, and a total of 179,710 vehicles rolled off the production line (including SKD production). In 2024, the company generated a sales volume of 8.611 billion euros*. As the largest employer in the region, Audi Hungaria employed 11,431 people at the end of last year.

Greater resiliency, a clear technology focus, and secure jobs: Audi management and the works council are laying a milestone that will strengthen the competitiveness and future viability of the German sites long-term in the shape of an agreement for the future. As part of the agreement, Audi is extending the job protection plan until the end of 2033, reducing labor costs and positioning its German sites to be robust and flexible for the transition to electric mobility. The agreement applies with immediate effect and provides the basis for further developments.