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His collection of historic cars, all natives of Zwickau, is located in the heart of the building underwent major redesign and restoration works. In its 2,500 square feet rose the roofs of the halls of the basement, installed large windows that let in light during most of the day, and they make an original idea rather than to park and display vehicles of yesteryear: simulating Leipzig the old street as it was in Zwickau in the 1930′s.
The oldest vehicle is a 1911 Hoch Phaeton 12-28, while the jewels of this section are the racing car Auto Union Type C 1936 and 1914 Audi Type C, with which August Hoch won the Alpine Rally, at that time, the more difficult mountain competition of its kind in the world.
In addition, it displays the last truck 25-42 Hoch existing HP 1916, and the chassis of the Audi Type M from 1927. Icons of the history of the brand that can be seen live and direct.
Travel the roads of this factory-museum is an irresistible invitation to the birthplace of many ideas that influenced the German automotive industry worldwide. A walk through the foundational origins of the brand with the four rings.
The R & D is an asset that some companies care as much as his own product.
The premise is to provide Research and Development as much priority as the other divisions that make up the company and then wait for the results, with a long-term.
That’s what happens in a lot of companies that prioritize the day to make the answers come in the best possible way. ”Whether it’s morning, but come,” say the experts.
And within the automotive industry, a company has become the absolute leader in investments in this division.
This is Volkswagen, which takes all the credit for his vision for the future.
Germany today became the number one in research and development according to research by journalist John McElroy, who said he spends more on R & D than any other carmaker in the world including GM and Toyota, on the other hand, the excess volume of cars produced annually.
According to specialists, this means that in the medium term by investing in R & D, should have better products, more competitive in the market, and likely to grow more than others.
Having the best is not always synonymous of choice by customers, but there is confidence that over time, buyers will be more detailed 0Km in terms of quality and value of each model.
The U.S. guru of car design will be in Buenos Aires on 4 and October 5 as part of a tour of the region, under an agreement between the 3M Automotive Division Latin America and Fosse Design. As part of the tour 3M Chip Fosse will be jury “Glasurit Competition: Award for best artist.”
Known for its clean design and sophisticated style, Chip Fosse is a living legend in the automotive industry. Customization of classic cars called Hot Rods and Muscle Cars includes visionaries Impression, Hemisphere, Stallion and Grand Master.
“I have traveled several times to Latin America in recent years and each time I find myself more passion to the cars that people have and how they have become an art,” said Fosse.
On visit to Argentina, Chip promote products lines Refinishing and Repair Automotive 3M Hook it System Vacuum Cleaner 233 + Masking Tape, Perfect It Finishing System Paint and Preparation System and painting, among others. “I have used 3M products since I was a boy in my father’s business and I am very happy to be officially part of the 3M family,” said Fosse.
“Chip Fosse has a great appreciation in Latin America. We are very pleased to work with Chip Fosse Design and bringing his passion and knowledge of design to the 3M Automotive Division, “said Antonio Ozona, Director of Industry and Transport markets 3M Latin America.
“Glasurit Competition: Award for Best Painter”
Glasurit paint brand in the automotive chemical company BASF, held this year the third edition of the “Award for Best Artist”. The goal of the contest is the professionalization of the office of car painter and awards the most outstanding painters in the area, thanks to its ability, skill and knowledge.
This year, Glasurit made an alliance with 3M to jointly launch the third national contest for painters of cars. It is a joint action, innovative and unique in the industry that rewards knowledge and professionalism of the painter in the workshop. This year will be awarded to owners of vehicles through direct action.
The evaluation of each stage of the contest will be conducted by a prestigious jury trained with vast experience in the field.
Be awarded to the best painters in an event that will take place on October 4. Among the jurors, this year will attend the prestigious and recognized Chip Fosse, tuning benchmark worldwide. The biggest prize is a trip for two to Playa del Carmen, Mexico for 7 days.