The Bronco comes with only the absolute essentials, making it ripe for customer personalisation by a full line of factory-backed accessories. But then it still has all that make a Bronco a Bronco – standard 4x4, easy to remove doors and roof, optional 35-inch tyres in the Sasquatch Package.

The all-new Bronco Sport is your wilderness guide with four unique series engineered to match the way you experience the outdoors. Each, expertly equipped to get you out there — To the mountain ranges, the woodland trails, and the scenic shores. Your adventure begins in a Bronco Sport, and it never ends.

The Bronco breed was born in 1966, and soon it became a winner, thumping wild hearts everywhere and setting the mould for the modern SUVs.

VOLKSWAGEN PUSHES UP EV RANGE

Volkswagen is on full steam ahead pushing ups its EV range. Reports say the VW Group is planning to spend £64 billion on electric, hybrid and digital technology developments in the next five years. The company is coming up with VD ID.4 and also a variant – the VD ID-5, fully electric crossover family drive. The ID-5 coupe will be available only in Europe, at least for now. VW ID series have been quite a name in the EV market. The ID-3, recently launched in China, is already highly talked about.

The ID-4 US production is soon to start and will soon be followed by UK launch. The new ID 4 GTX is due to reach the UK in the middle of next year.

The ID-5 is basically the revamped version of the 4, with a slanting roof unlike the conventionally designed body of the global model, reports say. The ID 5 range is expected to include single-motor rear drive and dual-motor four-wheel drive, including the top-of-the-line 302bhp performance set-up used in the headlining ID 5 GTX model.

TRAILBLAZER 2021: BOLD AND HI-TECH

The All-New 2021 Trailblazer is bold, spacious and has the technology and capability to help you get up and get out there. And with multiple trims to choose from, your style options are as open as the road ahead.

Its sculpted design and bold proportions give it a fresh, modern feel. And the standard two-tone roof on ACTIV and RS sets you apart from other cars on the road.

The surprisingly spacious interior features a versatile centre console that keeps items within easy reach. Your passengers stay comfortable with best-in-class rear-seat leg room and plenty of spots to store their things.

The 40/60 rear seats fold down to allow for 54.4 cu. ft.† of cargo volume, giving you plenty of space for whatever you want to load up. And for your biggest items, the available front passenger seat folds flat to offer room for objects up to eight and a half feet long.

CADILLAC ESCALADE: CURVED OLED DISPLAY

The 2021 Escalade offers available Super Cruise, the first truly hands-free driver-assistance feature for compatible highways. Super Cruise on Escalade offers several new enhancements, including Lane-Change-on-Demand functionality. Late availability starting early 2021.

The new Escalade has the industry’s first curved OLED display with twice the pixel density of a 4K TV. This leading-edge technology enables bold imagery, perfect blacks and the largest colour range available in the automotive arena.

Bold style is more than expressive–it’s expansive. Cadillac has extended Escalade 8 inches and lowered the floor, resulting in an additional 10.1 inches of third-row leg room.

The front Daytime Running Lamps pulsate twice, the rear LED Light Blades illuminate from bottom to top twice and the Cadillac Crest illuminates on the back of the Curved OLED Display. Additionally, an available puddle lamp with the Cadillac Crest appears in anticipation of your arrival.

The standard hands-free liftgate can be opened with a push on the Cadillac Crest or with a simple kicking gesture. Alternatively, it can also be opened by using your key fob or by pressing the overhead button within the vehicle.

NISSAN ROGUE 2021: A FAMILY AFFAIR

The 2021 Nissan Rogue is very much a crossover, 5-capacity family affair. The upgraded technologies go with the new cool factor with better aerodynamics and higher fuel efficiency. The 2021 Rogue comes in S, SV, and SL trim levels. The 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine, a continuously variable transmission, and front-wheel or all-wheel drive make the upgrade worth the efforts. The compact SUV is 1.2 inches shorter clearance is 0.2 inches lower compared to the earlier edition.

With Nissan’s V-Motion grille design, the front is sleeker. new Rogue features a stacked LED running light and LED headlight arrangement for a sleeker. Nissan calls the Rogue’s cabin a “Family Hub” that provides comfort and utility for all.

Nissan says the 2021 Rogue has a direct-injected version of the SUV’s familiar 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine making 181 horsepower and 181 lb.-ft. of torque. Those figures represent increases of 11 hp and 6 lb.-ft. compared to the previous Rogue.

The Rogue is equipped with standard Nissan Safety Shield 360 advanced driving assistance systems (ADAS), and featuring 10 standard airbags along with what the automaker is describing as “extended crumple zones,” the new 2021 Rogue should prove safe.

Nissan installs a larger 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system in the new Rogue. It sits high on the dashboard where it is easy to reference and use, and Nissan supplies power/volume and tuning knobs for the stereo as well as a row of main menu shortcut buttons for faster access to system features.

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Kraton Corporation, a leading global producer of speciality polymers and high-value bio-based chemicals derived from pine wood pulping co-products, has named Sangwoo Ryu as its new Chief Executive Officer. Ryu possesses over 25 years of leadership in finance and operations within international markets. He is currently the CEO of Cariflex Pte Ltd, a former Kraton spin-off now under DL Chemical, where he initially served as Chief Financial Officer starting in February 2020. He assumed the Cariflex CEO role in April 2025 following the promotion of its former CEO, Prakash Kolluri, to President of Kraton's Polymer business.

Ryu’s deep expertise in financial strategy, investment controls and operational planning is expected to strengthen Kraton’s standing as a reliable leader in global Pine Chemical and Polymers markets. In his new position, he will collaborate with Kraton’s Executive Leadership, Board of Directors and Cariflex Leadership to guide strategic decisions and operational excellence, reinforcing the company’s commitment to sustained growth and organisational stability.

Ryu said, “I want to express my gratitude towards the members of the Board of Directors and the Kraton Leadership Team for their unwavering dedication to Kraton’s success. I’m looking forward to leading Kraton into the next era of excellence, building upon the strong foundations and principles set forth in our vision and values.”

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As part of its strategic growth into Central Europe, FORNNAX TECHNOLOGY, a global leader in recycling equipment manufacturing, has established a new sales partnership in Germany. The company has appointed industry veteran Dieter Jerschl as its representative for the region to drive the promotion and implementation of its recycling systems. Jerschl’s extensive expertise, built over two decades with prominent firms like BHS, Eldan and Vecoplan, encompasses a deep understanding of diverse waste streams such as tyre, cable, municipal solid waste and e-waste.

This collaboration, initially targeting Germany, Austria and adjacent countries, is designed to be flexible and scalable. Its primary aim is to cultivate a strong project pipeline and solidify FORNNAX’s regional footprint. The partnership extends beyond sales to include comprehensive technical support, with Jerschl’s team providing vital value-added services like installation, maintenance and spare parts assistance. This local service framework is intended to ensure efficient project execution, minimise operational downtime and elevate customer satisfaction.

By leveraging Jerschl’s profound market insight and established networks, FORNNAX seeks to accelerate the adoption of its high-performance shredding and pre-processing technologies. The move underscores the company’s global strategy of embedding local expertise within key markets, which it deems crucial for developing technically sound solutions tailored to specific regional waste challenges. This initiative reinforces FORNNAX’s dedication to innovation and environmental stewardship, advancing its mission to deliver sustainable recycling solutions worldwide.

Jerschl said, “I’ve known FORNNAX for over a decade and have followed their growth closely. What attracted me to this collaboration is their state-of-the-art technology; it is powerful, sustainable, and economically viable. There is great potential to introduce FORNNAX’s innovative systems to more markets across Europe, and I am excited to be part of that journey. We are committed to increasing market awareness and establishing new reference projects across the region. My goal is not only to generate business but to lay the foundation for long-term growth. Ideally, we aim to establish a dedicated FORNNAX legal entity or operational site in Germany over the next five to 10 years.”

Jignesh Kundaria, Director and CEO, FORNNAX, said, “We see tremendous potential in the Central European market. Partnering with someone as experienced and well established as Jerschl gives us a strong foothold and allows us to better serve our customers. This marks a major milestone in our efforts to promote reliable, efficient and future-ready recycling solutions globally.”

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Dr Gerard Nijman of KraussMaffei Extrusion has been selected as the 2026 recipient of the prestigious Fernley H. Banbury Award, one of the rubber industry’s highest international honours, presented by the Rubber Division of the American Chemical Society (ACS). This award annually recognises outstanding scientific and technological contributions to the field.

The award commemorates the inventor of the internal mixer and highlights sustainable innovations in production technology, instrumentation, process control and the development of processing methods for rubber and similar materials. Dr Nijman’s career exemplifies such innovation, having significantly advanced rubber rheology, pioneered new mixing and multiplex extrusion technologies and modernised the production of silica compounds for the tyre industry.

His work has effectively bridged the gap between scientific research and industrial application. Notably, in the 1990s at Vredestein, he introduced novel mixing technologies and multiplex extrusion to tyre manufacturing. He also contributed to pioneering processes for silica compound processing, foundational to technologies like Michelin’s ‘Green Tyre’. Furthermore, his rheology-based designs for extruder screws and flow channels have helped shape enduring industrial standards.

Dr Nijman, who joined KraussMaffei Extrusion in 2017, brings decades of expertise from previous roles at Apollo Tyres Ltd and Vredestein Banden BV. His ongoing collaborations with the German Institute for Rubber Technology (DIK) and the University of Twente have also profoundly influenced his approach. KraussMaffei Extrusion itself is globally recognised for its tyre technology, building on longstanding Berstorff expertise to deliver advanced extrusion solutions for treads, sidewalls, innerliners and other components, as well as high-performance multiplex and calender systems.

The award acknowledges not only his specific technical achievements but also his distinguished career and lasting impact on rubber processing. The official presentation will be held in September 2026 during the Global Polymer Summit in Louisville, Kentucky, US.

Dr Nijman said, “It is a great honour for me to receive the Fernley H. Banbury Award. This recognition confirms the importance of the close connection between research and industrial practice in rubber processing and motivates me to continue to drive forward innovative solutions for our industry.”

Ralf Benack, Managing Director, KraussMaffei Extrusion, said, "We warmly congratulate Dr Nijman on this outstanding award. With his in-depth knowledge, many years of experience and tireless dedication, he has had a decisive influence on the rubber and tyre industry and has further developed our technologies in a targeted manner. This recognition is more than deserved. We are very proud to have Dr Nijman in our team!"

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Michelin has appointed James Dimmock as its new Commercial Communications Manager for the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland. Based at the company's Stoke-on-Trent headquarters, he will report to the Northern European Communications team. In this capacity, Dimmock will oversee all commercial communications, including public relations, social media and influencer partnerships.

His mandate involves crafting the brand's commercial narrative, fostering stronger connections with media and content creators and producing innovative digital content to support the brand's growth. He brings more than two decades of extensive experience with Michelin to the role, having held various senior marketing and communications positions both internationally and domestically. His most recent role was as Social Media and Influencer Manager. He will now lead these efforts locally while integrating with the broader communications team.

John Howe, Managing Director, Michelin UK, said, “James has already made a significant contribution to Michelin communications activity in the UK & ROI. His deep understanding of our business and products, combined with his strategic and creative approach, makes him ideally placed to lead our commercial communications as we continue to evolve our brand.”

Dimmock said, “I am excited to be taking on this new role at Michelin. It is a privilege to continue building on the work we have already achieved and to help drive the next phase of our commercial communications strategy across the UK & ROI.”

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