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88-754: Since its debut, the MX-5 has won numerous automotive awards and has become the world's best selling sports car. The MX-5 was unveiled at the Chicago Auto Show on February 10, 1989, with a price tag of US$ 14,000 (equivalent to $ 34,412 in 2023). The MX-5, with production code NA, was made available for delivery to buyers worldwide in the following dates: May 1989 (as a 1990 model) in the US and Canada; September 1, 1989 in Japan; and 1990 in Europe. An optional hardtop

176-617: A Torsen LSD. Air conditioning was optional, but the "R" package was not available with power steering, leather, or an automatic transmission. It can also be identified by a red Miata badge on the rear instead of the usual black. No body style changes were made, however. Halfway through the 1997 model year the hazard light button was changed to a black button with red symbol as opposed to the earlier red button with white symbol. The new 1,839 cc (1.8 L; 112.2 cu in) engine produced 96 kW (129 bhp) at 6,500 rpm and 149 N⋅m (110 lbf⋅ft) of torque at 5,500 rpm, which

264-446: A "track bar" between the seatbelt towers inside the car, but also to the front and rear subframes. Also, 1994 and 1995 were the only years in which Mazda offered a light metallic blue paint (Laguna Blue Mica), making these cars desirable to some collectors. 1994 also saw the introduction of the "R" package, a sport-themed package with Bilstein shocks, stiffer sway bars, retuned springs, subtle front and rear underbody spoilers, and

352-412: A 1.6 L (98 cu in) DOHC inline four-cylinder engine , producing 86 kW (115 bhp) at 6,500 rpm, and 136 N⋅m (100 lbf⋅ft) of torque at 5,500 rpm. The engine employs an electronic fuel injection system using a vane-type air flow meter and an electronic ignition system with a camshaft angle sensor instead of a distributor . This engine, codenamed B6ZE(RS) ,

440-654: A 1992 V-Special in British racing green with tan leather interior. The car belongs to tomato farmer Keiji Nishimoto, who has owned it since new. The Automotive Researchers' and Journalists' Conference of Japan gave the program a Special Award for Classic Car Restoration Service at the 2018 RJC Car of the Year Awards. On October 28, 2019, Mazda announced that they will introduce select reproduction parts for North American MX-5 Miata NA owners. All parts will be remanufactured using modern methods and materials while retaining

528-465: A choice for each car to be fully restored to factory-spec using OEM parts, or selected restoration options. All work is then certified by TÜV Rheinland . When the program was announced over 600 owners applied for the restoration program. At the Japanese language website, not all NA series can be restored and conditions are listed. On September 27, 2018, Mazda unveiled the first fully restored Roadster:

616-594: A distinctive analogue clock. The engine is the standard 1.6L. Limited to 3,997 units in the United States / 1,051 in Canada, this edition of the MX-5 NA was offered only in British racing green with tan leather interior and tonneau cover and featured a wooden Nardi shift knob and handbrake lever, stainless steel door sills, air conditioning, CD player, cruise control, and headrest speakers. A US$ 250 option for

704-648: A division until 2005, when it became a wholly owned subsidiary. In 1991, ThyssenKrupp acquired German company Hoesch AG . In 1999, Thyssen (one of the companies of the merger to form Thyssenkrupp Elevator) acquired the elevator division of American-based conglomerate Dover Corporation . Four years later, ThyssenKrupp acquired the Korean-based Dongyang Elevator. In 2005, ThyssenKrupp acquired Howaldtswerke-Deutsche Werft (HDW) in Kiel from One Equity Partners . One Equity Partners holds 25% of

792-499: A final agreement with India's Tata Steel to establish a long-expected steel venture. The 50-50 joint venture was called Thyssenkrupp Tata Steel and it became the second-largest steel producer in Europe, after ArcelorMittal . On 1 October 2023 the firm instituted a green energy division, Decarbon Technologies, to develop its energy solutions. In September 2017, ThyssenKrupp and India-based Tata Steel announced plans to combine their European steel-making businesses. The final agreement

880-514: A further 6,000 jobs. ThyssenKrupp generates 33% of its consolidated sales in its home market. The rest of the European Union (EU) (28%) and the NAFTA region (21%) are the key trading partners for business and exports outside Germany. The operations are organized in five business areas: Construction of the corporate headquarters began in 2007. The first buildings were complete in 2010;

968-468: A long history of involvement with NA models in the UK, having supplied parts and equipment for a dealer supplied BBR Turbo version of the car between 1990 and 1991. This raised power output to 110 kW (150 bhp), and produced 209 N⋅m (154 ft⋅lb) of torque. The kit consisted of 68 parts and was covered by a full dealer warranty. They were supplied and fitted to around 750 UK spec cars, including for

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1056-512: A low introductory price and low weight (true to Lotus' "add lightness" philosophy, applied on the Elan model), the entry model was kept basic. It had steel wheels, no power brakes, steering, or windows, and no stereo or air conditioning. Power brakes, steering, stereo, and air conditioning were added as standard equipment in later years, and depending on market. Mazda reported that the 1990 NA would reach 0-60 mph (97 km/h) in 8.6 seconds, with

1144-431: A lower-cost option, but was detuned to 66 kW (89 bhp). This lower-powered model did not receive all the additional chassis bracing of the new 1.8 L (110 cu in). Japanese and U.S. models offered an optional Torsen LSD, which was far more durable than the previous viscous differential. There were a number of trim levels and special editions available, determined by local Mazda marketing departments. In

1232-633: A period of expansion in 1978, Thyssen AG entered the North American automotive industry with the acquisition of Budd 's automotive operations, which became the automotive division of Thyssen and operated in North America as Budd Thyssen, later ThyssenKrupp Budd Incorporated. In October 2006, ThyssenKrupp sold ThyssenKrupp Budd's North American body and chassis operations to Martinrea International Inc. In 1988, ThyssenKrupp acquired German shock absorber manufacturer Bilstein, when it became

1320-593: A project consisting of building new carbon steel and stainless steel processing facilities in Calvert, Alabama about 40 miles north of Mobile . The project, along with a multibillion-dollar greenfield steel-making facility in Brazil , was a cornerstone of ThyssenKrupp's new global expansion strategy into the North American steel markets. The carbon steel and stainless steel companies were independent and operated under different management teams. Co-locating both facilities on

1408-590: A range of 180 km (110 miles). It was also significantly heavier, weighing 1,410 kg (3,110 lb). Limited to 3,000 units for the US, the M-Edition introduced the Montego Blue Mica exterior color and was equipped similarly to the 1992 Black Miata, but with power windows, power mirrors, a Torsen limited-slip differential and special M-Edition badges. While the R-Package was never officially

1496-785: A replacement building was constructed at the site. Additional expansions to McCormick Place toward the end of the 20th century allowed the Chicago Auto Show to become the largest auto show in the United States. The event currently encompasses more than 1 million square feet in the North and South exhibit halls of McCormick Place. Due to the vast amount of space available, several auto manufacturers have implemented creative uses of their exhibit area in recent years. For example, FCA US , Toyota , and Volkswagen have all configured indoor test track experiences adjacent to their respective vehicle displays. In 2021, CATA received approval to host

1584-493: A result, the Chicago Auto Show was not held between 1941 and 1949. In 1961, the Chicago Auto Show moved from the International Amphitheatre to the original McCormick Place. The latter facility was destroyed by fire just a month prior to the 1967 show, so the International Amphitheatre resumed its role as the Chicago Auto Show's venue between 1967 and 1970. The show returned to McCormick Place in 1971, when

1672-624: A set of lower lip spoilers (R-Package), and a newly designed "Duck-Tail" trunk lid with integrated spoiler. The M2-1028 trunk lid was made from aluminum and weighed only 3.5 kg (7.7 lb), a very light weight from the original lid of 7.0 kg (15.4 lb). It also came with a 6-point roll cage, but no soft-top, instead featuring a tarp that stretched over the cage. With optional FRP Hardtop with plexiglass rear window for more weight savings coming in at only 8.6 kg (19 lb). Brodie Brittain Racing (BBR) of Brackley , England , have had

1760-531: A slightly different front bumper but all the same items as the previous 1001 Roadster. This one did not do as well as the 1001. M2 released its third Roadster in February 1994, based on the original "Jinba Ittai" concept made by Toshihiko Hirai. This was billed as a track-ready Roadster. (The US saw a cheaper version known as the R-Package.) Offered in Chaste White or Brilliant Black only, this Roadster used

1848-799: A special Blue/Black Mica Paint, with a sticker price of $ 26,000. Prospective buyers were required to show up in person at M2's Tokyo headquarters to register for a lottery to place an order for this extremely limited Roadster. This upscale Roadster was M2's first turn-key, race-ready offering. A list of popular features, while not exhaustive, is as follows: functional front airdam with integrated fog lamps, vintage aero mirrors, 4-point roll bar, vintage gauge cluster, fixed back bucket seats, polished 3-spoke steering wheel, stiffer suspension package with M2 specific rates, polished aluminum strut brace, upgraded exhaust by HKS , intake system, 1.6 L motor with new aggressive pistons, upgraded camshaft, lightweight flywheel, LSD cooling intake, manual steering, manual windows (A/C

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1936-562: A special edition, only 1841 were produced for the USA. The R-package was sold with the upgraded Torsen rear differential, stiffer springs and sway bars, Bilstein shock absorbers, front air dam, and rear spoiler. There was not any option for power steering, an automatic transmission, or leather seats. Air conditioning was optional. An upgrade to the 1994 M-Edition in Merlot Mica with adjustable headrests and 15-inch BBS wheels, this M-Edition MX-5

2024-546: A special summer edition of the Chicago Auto Show in the West Building of McCormick Place, supplemented by outdoor activities such as test drives and technology demonstrations. The 2024 Chicago Auto Show was held from February 10 through February 19, with press preview starting on February 8 and the "First Look For Charity" Gala taking place on February 9. The 2023 Chicago Auto Show was held from February 11 through February 20, with press preview starting on February 9 and

2112-655: A subsidiary of the Voestalpine group (€4.5m); and Voestalpine BWG GmbH & Co. KG, Butzbach, another Voestalpine subsidiary (€4m) for price-fixing of steel railway lines and points blades supplied to Deutsche Bahn, the German state railway. According to Andreas Mundt, president of the Bundeskartellamt, "For many years the rail suppliers have guaranteed each other virtually constant shares of Deutsche Bahn's contract volume. The cartel members monitored compliance with

2200-554: A top speed of 116.8 mph (188.0 km/h). Japanese market Eunos models were limited to 180 km/h (110 mph). Car and Driver tested the NA for their September 1989 issue, achieving a 0-60 mph (97 km/h) time of 9.2 seconds and a top speed of 116 mph (187 km/h), with hardtop installed. Motor Trend 's July 1989 test gave a 0-60 mph (97 km/h) time of 8.9 seconds. The NA with an automatic transmission reached 97 km/h (60 mph) in 9.9 seconds and had

2288-487: A top speed of 181 km/h (112 mph). In 1993, 1,500 LE (Limited Edition) cars were produced. This model featured red leather interior, upgraded stereo, Nardi shift knob, Nardi steering wheel, cruise control, limited-slip differential, power windows, power mirrors, power steering, air conditioning, BBS wheels, Bilstein shocks , front and rear spoilers , ABS brakes, stainless sill plates, and Harley style peanut tank door speaker trim. All 1993 LE cars came in black. For

2376-403: Is a Garrett AiResearch GT25 ball bearing unit, and the package also includes an air-to-air intercooler, and a digital piggy-back ECU to control timing, fueling, and boost pressures. Subject to a satisfactory donor car, the refurbishment and turbo upgrade package includes rust treatment, a paint respray, new seats, wheels, and other trim. As of January 2011 the cost for a 'refreshed' BBR MX-5 Turbo

2464-488: Is a German industrial engineering and steel production multinational conglomerate . It resulted from the 1999 merger of Thyssen AG and Krupp and has its operational headquarters in Duisburg and Essen . The company says that it is one of the largest steel producers in the world, and it was ranked tenth-largest worldwide by revenue in 2015. It is divided into 670 subsidiaries worldwide. The largest shareholders are

2552-769: Is a tier two supplier to the automotive industry, located in Waupaca, Wisconsin . In April 2014, ThyssenKrupp announced it was in talks to sell its Swedish maritime defence unit to Saab after failing to agree deals with the Swedish government for a new generation of submarines. ThyssenKrupp Access, the global manufacturer of home elevators, wheelchair lifts, and stairlifts, has linked up with Chennai-based Indian Company Elite Elevators. The company has launched luxury home elevators segments targeting HNI Clientele to launch high-end elevators in India . In June 2018, Thyssenkrupp signed

2640-513: Is suspected of corruption in deals made in Israel , Turkey , South Africa and also in Pakistan , where the deal did not mature. In Greece , the defense minister Akis Tsochatzopoulos was sentenced to prison for accepting a bribe from a consortium in which one of the members was ThyssenKrupp. ThyssenKrupp has been the target of major, organised hacking attacks on several occasions, attacking

2728-534: Is £7,500. In the United States, NA (and later model) turbo conversions are available from companies like Flyin' Miata. The conversions use mainly Garrett turbochargers (GT2560R) and are available as a kit or fully installed. Flyin' Miata also offers a CARB -legal kit as well. In 2018, Mazda began a factory restoration program for Eunos Roadster owners in Japan. The work is performed at the Hiroshima Factory where all Roadsters are built. The program offers

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2816-601: The Alfried Krupp von Bohlen und Halbach Foundation and Cevian Capital . ThyssenKrupp's products range from machines and industrial services to high-speed trains , elevators , and shipbuilding. The subsidiary ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems also manufactures frigates, corvettes, and submarines for the German and foreign navies . In 2018, ThyssenKrupp announced that the company would split into two companies, ThyssenKrupp Industrials and ThyssenKrupp Materials, but this plan

2904-460: The "First Look For Charity" Gala taking place on February 10. * auto show debut The 2022 Chicago Auto Show was held from February 12 through February 21, with press preview starting on February 10 and the "First Look For Charity" Gala taking place on February 11. * auto show debut The 2021 Chicago Auto Show was held from July 15 through July 19. The press preview and the "First Look For Charity" Gala events held in previous years were not part of

2992-459: The "First Look For Charity" Gala taking place on February 8. Acura hosted a panel discussion to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Acura NS-X concept, which debuted at the 1989 Chicago Auto Show. The 2018 Chicago Auto Show was held from February 10 through February 19, with press days starting on February 8 and First Look For Charity taking place February 9. The 2017 Chicago Auto Show

3080-466: The 1991 'Le Mans' special edition, with a further 150 kits being supplied overseas. Two decades later in 2011, BBR now offer a turn-key refurbishment package for old NA MX-5's, again including a turbo charger kit. This now increases power output to 160 kW (210 bhp), and produces 237 N⋅m (175 ft⋅lb) of torque. The estimated top speed is now 230 km/h (140 mph), with 0–97 (60 mph) approached in 5.5 seconds. The turbo charger used

3168-433: The 1994 model year, the first-generation MX-5 was freshened with the introduction of the more powerful 1,839 cc (1.8 L; 112.2 cu in) BP-ZE engine, dual airbags placed in a redesigned dashboard, the addition of a Mazda badge on the front fascia in the US and a Torsen limited-slip differential in some markets. The chassis was substantially braced to meet new side-impact standards, most visibly by adding

3256-484: The 1st anniversary of the MX-5 in the UK. These have a numbered brass plaque on the passenger-side padded dashboard and on the front of the Owners Book, and are fitted with colour-matched 15" OZ alloy wheels from MSW (Mazda Sports Workshop) which are often mistaken for BBS, but which are unique to this model. Other features were power steering, central locking, a wooden steering wheel, hand-brake grip and gear knob, and

3344-558: The 2021 show. * auto show debut The 2020 Chicago Auto Show was held from February 8 through February 17, with press preview starting on February 6 and the "First Look For Charity" Gala taking place on February 7. The 2020 event concluded before government responses to the COVID-19 pandemic in Illinois took effect. The 2019 Chicago Auto Show was held from February 9 through February 18, with press preview starting on February 7 and

3432-520: The 7th. Introductions: The 2006 Chicago Auto Show was held from February 10 through February 19, with press days starting on the 8th. Introductions: The 2005 Chicago Auto Show was held from February 11 through February 20, with press days starting on the 9th. The 2003 Chicago Auto Show was held from February 14 through February 23. Introductions: The 2002 Chicago Auto Show was held from February 8 through February 17. Introductions: Introductions: More than 1,000 vehicles were on display, from

3520-651: The Chicago Auto Show: The Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), the United States' oldest and largest metropolitan automobile dealership organization, became the event's producer and organizer. Also, the show was held twice in calendar year 1935—once in January for the 1935 models, and once in November for the 1936 models. This arrangement was a result of automakers shifting the start of the model year to

3608-481: The EU, over nine years, along with competitors Otis Elevator Co. , Schindler Group , Kone , and Mitsubishi Elevator Europe . On 21 February 2007, ThyssenKrupp was fined €479 million by the EU (Otis was fined $ US295 million). The EU Competition Commission reported that the companies had worked to rig bids for procurement contracts, share markets, and fix prices between at least 1995 and 2004. The Commission reported that

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3696-429: The German manager, was sentenced to 6 years and 3 months. According to the bilateral laws between Germany and Italy , the convicted can serve the term in his home country and with accordance to this countries' laws. Since accounts of first-degree murder have been appealed down to aggravated negligent manslaughter, the German convicts are expecting further reductions that would eventually not exceed 5 years. ThyssenKrupp

3784-694: The MX-5. The final M-Edition was offered in Marina Green Mica and limited to 3,000 units in the USA. For the Canadian market, the Speedster Edition was the same color as the US-market's 1997 M-Edition in Marina Green Mica but had the 1996 M-Edition's Enkei wheels, "Speedster Edition" badging, and a Torsen LSD, but black cloth seats. Limited to 150 units in Canada. Advertised by Mazda USA as "Still The One" and limited to 1,500 units,

3872-669: The Mazdaspeed vehicles, and then in the late '90s Mazdaspeed was absorbed into Mazda as a subsidiary company in Mazda Auto Tokyo. There were many types of M2 branded vehicles between 1991 and 1995, beginning with the 1001 up to the 1031 Cafe Racer (Dec-91). M2 released the M2-1001 Roadster in December 1991. It was a special "Limited Production" Roadster variant that was a short production run of only 300 units, in

3960-573: The Miata (Eunos Roadster) in Japan, as well as creator of several Mazda concept vehicles. Kato-san was assisted by Hirotaka Tachibana, development engineer responsible for the superb dynamics of the Mazda FC (second generation RX-7) and the NA Roadster. M2 was based out of Tokyo, Japan. M2 was a 100% owned subsidiary of Mazda, and it was closed by Mazda in 1995. Mazda kept a similar program going with

4048-456: The NA weighs only 980 kg (2,160 lb). It has a drag coefficient of  C d =0.38. Suspension is independent by double wishbones on all four wheels, with anti-roll bars front and rear. Four-wheel disc brakes, ventilated at the front, are behind alloy wheels with 185/60HR14 radial tires . The base model came with stamped steel wheels from the then-current 323/Protege. The original MX-5, with standard manual transmission, came with

4136-506: The North American region by 2020 to take advantage of the economy's reindustrialization. In February 2020, ThyssenKrupp AG's board announced that it would sell its elevator segment to Advent International , Cinven , and RAG foundation for $ 18.9 billion. The transaction closed in July 2020, and the new stand-alone company was named TK Elevator  [ fr ; de ] . ThyssenKrupp reported Total CO 2 e emissions (Direct + Indirect) for

4224-751: The Special Touring Option (STO) was offered in Twilight Blue Mica and featured the exterior options of the 1996 M-Edition, but lacked the Torsen differential, cruise control, premium stereo, and hardtop (which elicited the other nickname of "Stuff Taken Off"). A small range of Eunos Roadster units were assembled by the M2 Corporation . Founded in November 1991, M2, also known as "Mazda Too", was Mazda's new off-line planning / niche-house / Research & Development company back in

4312-647: The Steel Americas business. In September 2012, ThyssenKrupp agreed to sell the automotive components manufacturer Tailored Blanks to the Wuhan Iron and Steel Corporation , based in China for an undisclosed price. At the time of the agreement Tailored Blanks had annual sales of around 700 million euros and a global market share of about 40 percent in automotive laser-welded blanks. In April 2015, ThyssenKrupp announced it would invest more than €800 million in

4400-719: The TKMS shares. In December 2005, ThyssenKrupp acquired 60% of Atlas Elektronik from BAE Systems , with EADS acquiring the remaining 40%. In August 2007, ThyssenKrupp Materials North America acquired OnlineMetals.com, a small-quantity distributor of semi-finished metals and plastics based in Seattle . In early 2008, ThyssenKrupp Aerospace acquired Apollo Metals and Aviation Metals, both suppliers to aerospace and defence based in Kent, Washington . In June 2012, ThyssenKrupp sold Thyssenkrupp Waupaca to KPS Capital Partners. ThyssenKrupp Waupaca

4488-656: The Tombigbee River depth and lack of turning basins prohibit deep draft ship navigation to the site in Calvert. The world steel industry peaked in 2007, just as the company spent $ 12 billion to build the two most modern mills in the world, in Alabama and Brazil. The worldwide Great Recession started in 2008. Heavy cutbacks in construction combined with sharply lowered demand, and prices fell 40%. ThyssenKrupp lost $ 11 billion on its two new plants, which sold steel below

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4576-430: The U.S. at the previous year's show. The 2008 Chicago Auto Show was held from February 8 through February 17, with press days starting on February 6. Introductions: The show also had a special U.S. Army area, open to the public, which displayed military vehicles and featured Army-related activities and video games. The 2007 Chicago Auto Show was held from February 9 through February 18, with press days starting on

4664-456: The US, the base model was offered for US$ 13,995 at launch and was very basic, with manual windows, steel wheels, and without air conditioning or power steering. The "A Package" offered power steering, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, aluminum alloy wheels and cassette stereo. The "B Package" added power windows, along with cruise control and headrest speakers, while the "C Package" included a tan interior and top with leather seats. The "R Package"

4752-556: The automotive manufacturers and other groups. The 1989 Chicago Auto Show featured the debut of the Acura NS-X sports car concept, which would lead to the production NSX in 1990. The 1989 Chicago Auto Show featured the debut of the 1989 Syclone concept sports pickup, which would lead to the production of the GMC Syclone in 1991. ThyssenKrupp ThyssenKrupp AG ( / ˈ t ɪ s ən . k r ʊ p / , German: [ˌtʏsn̩ˈkʁʊp] ; stylized as thyssenkrupp )

4840-637: The car is one of the most sought after special edition cars of the MX-5s. The first generation MX-5 was phased out after the 1997 model year (with the exception of 400 limited edition Berkeley models sold only in the UK in 1998 to mark the end of the NA), with the final 1,500 NAs produced for the US market being the "STO" ("Special Touring Option") versions. 250 examples sold from March '91, produced in British Racing Green with tan interior, to celebrate

4928-580: The companies "did not contest the facts" found by EU regulators, noting none of the accused requested a hearing to answer the allegations. The fines totaled US$ 1.3 billion. In July 2012, the German Bundeskartellamt served fines totalling €124.5 million on ThyssenKrupp GfT Gleistechnik GmbH, Essen (€103m); Stahlberg Roensch GmbH, Seevetal, which since 2010 belongs to the Vossloh group (€13m); TSTG Schienen Technik GmbH & Co. KG, Duisburg,

5016-547: The company's trade secrets. Elite Elevators is partnered with TK Access Solutions, a global manufacturer of residential lifts, to provide the world’s best residential lift solutions to the Indian market. On 8 December 2016, it was disclosed the company was attacked in February of that year. Internally uncovered in April 2016, it took their IT team around six months to fix. The hack is thought to have originated from South-East Asia and

5104-604: The contract volume quotas, assigned each other projects, and set protective prices in order to steer the contract award process." The proceedings had been triggered by an application for leniency filed by the Austrian company Voestalpine AG. Investigations into further companies are ongoing. On the early morning of 6 December 2007, an accident on the annealing and pickling line of the ThyssenKrupp plant in Turin, Italy , caused

5192-542: The cost of production. ThyssenKrupp's stainless steel division, Inoxum, including the stainless portion of the US plant, was sold to Finnish stainless steel company Outokumpu in 2012. Finally in 2013, ThyssenKrupp offered the remaining portion of the plant for sale at under $ 4 billion. They sold it to ArcelorMittal and Nippon Steel the following year for $ 1.55 billion. In February 2017, it agreed to sell its Brazilian steel business CSA to Ternium for €1.5 billion. The two transactions meant that Thyssenkrupp fully parted from

5280-595: The court case, Espenhahn was transferred from Italy and is now believed to live in Brazil. On 23 February 2013, the Appellate Court changed the sentence for him to culpable murder, not recognizing the voluntary murder, thus reducing the conviction. Convictions for the other managers were also reduced. In May 2016, the appeal court reduced the sentence for Espenhahn to 9 years and 8 months, the other 5 managers (4 Italians and 1 German) between 6 and 7 years. Priegnitz

5368-402: The death of seven steelworkers . The accident happened between 00:45 and 00:48, when the eight workers that were then on duty attempted to extinguish a localized small pool fire with CO 2 fire extinguishers and a fire hydrant, without success. About 400L of hydraulic oil escaped during the rupture of a hydraulic circuit which caused a violent jet fire engulfing the workers that were fighting

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5456-453: The early '90s. M2 employees had noble intentions — creating niche-mobiles derived from Mazda's volume products. Although M2's basic mission involved focusing on the "soft" aspects of vehicle design in an attempt to create more specifically targeted niche variants, the changes to the off-line cars would go well beyond mere cosmetics. Heading the M2 operation was Mr. Masakatsu Kato, original father of

5544-466: The exclusive Sunburst Yellow color, limited to 1,519 units in the USA / 503 in Canada. Limited to 4,625 units, this edition was offered only in Brilliant Black with tan leather interior - they were also offered with the "C" package, which included a Nardi shift knob and handbrake lever and special 14-inch BBS wheels. Limited to 1,505 units in the USA / 300 in Canada, this Limited Edition model

5632-442: The exhibitors. By the late 1920s, the automotive industry's maturation resulted in many smaller automobile manufacturers being acquired or replaced by larger ones. The Chicago Auto Show continued to gain prominence during this era and was often regarded as the "National Auto Show". Samuel Miles retired as the Chicago Auto Show's general manager in 1931 after three decades of service. 1935 was characterized by three major changes to

5720-615: The fall, based on a recommendation by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt to advance the introduction of new automobile models by two months. Finally, the November 1935 show moved to a much larger venue, the International Amphitheatre located at 4220 South Halsted Street. World War II curtailed production of motor vehicles for consumers in the United States, with the domestic automotive industry retooling to manufacture defense and military equipment. As

5808-544: The fire. CEO Espenhahn was charged by the State prosecutor of Turin with "voluntary multiple murder with possible malice" ("omicidio volontario multiplo con dolo eventuale"), while five other managers and executives have been charged with "culpable murder with conscious guilt". On Friday 15 April 2011, Espenhahn and all the other indictees were pronounced guilty of all charges; he was sentenced to 16 years and 6 months in jail and barred from holding public office for life. Prior to

5896-527: The introduction of the Kia Trail'ster concept as well as production vehicles such as the Acura RDX, Chevrolet Equinox, Honda Pilot and Toyota Avalon. The 2014 Chicago Auto Show was held from February 8 through February 17, with press days starting on February 6. The 2013 Chicago Auto Show was held from February 9 through February 18, with press days starting on February 7. The 2012 Chicago Auto Show

5984-411: The new 1.8 L powerplant with upgraded pistons, camshafts, and other similar goodies as the previous 1001 and 1002. This Roadster had an output of close to 110 kW (150 bhp), and included 14-inch Eunos Factory Rims with a unique gunmetal paint with polished lip. The only real changes were a new set of lightweight side mirrors, MOMO Steering Wheel, centerless console, racing seats, racing tow hook,

6072-455: The original look and feel of that era. Enkei will reproduce the original alloy wheels, but with a lighter weight and a more durable finish. Chicago Auto Show The Chicago Auto Show is held annually in February at Chicago 's McCormick Place convention center . It is the largest auto show in North America. Samuel Miles, formerly a promoter of bicycle shows, produced the first "official" Chicago Automobile Show in 1901. The event

6160-547: The same site enabled the company to optimize the investment in infrastructure and in some shared processing. Additionally, the Alabama State Port Authority invested over $ 100 million to build a state-of-the-art transloading slab terminal on the southern tip of Pinto Island in Mobile Bay to service the inbound raw material slabs for the upriver carbon steel facility. The terminal was necessary since

6248-410: The second phase of the building was completed in June 2015. Situated in the west of Essen, the corporate campus was designed by Chaix & Morel et associeés ( Paris ) and JSWD Architekten ( Cologne ). Their design was selected for construction in an architectural design competition in 2006. In November 2006, five elevator manufacturers including ThyssenKrupp, were found guilty of price fixing by

6336-498: The twelve months ending 30 September 2020 at 22,700 Kt (−1,400 /-5.8% y-o-y). As of 2020, the company had over 100,000 employees worldwide. After a financial struggle in 2020, and a loss of over €5.5 billion, ThyssenKrupp announced that it will be cutting over 11,000 jobs, 7,000 of which are located in Germany . In November 2024, Thyssenkrupp announced it would lay off around 5,000 jobs at its steel subsidiary by 2030 and outsource

6424-510: Was a 5-speed manual , derived from that used in the also rear-wheel drive Mazda 929/Luce . The gear-shift was the subject of close attention during development, with engineers told to make it shift in as small a gear pattern as possible and with minimal effort. In the American and Japanese markets, a 4-speed automatic transmission was also offered, as well as an optional viscous limited-slip differential on manual transmission cars. To achieve

6512-631: Was cancelled in May 2019. ThyssenKrupp is the result of a merger of two German steel companies, Thyssen AG founded in 1891 under the name Gewerkschaft Deutscher Kaiser and Krupp founded in 1811. As early as the 1980s, the companies began negotiations on a merger and began closely cooperating in some business areas. In 1997, the companies combined their flat steel activities, with a full merger completed in March 1999. Krupp Thyssen Krupp Thyssen Krupp Thyssen Krupp Thyssen During

6600-489: Was equipped similarly to the 1992 Black Miata, but with red leather interior, sport suspension, front and rear spoilers, rear skirt, air conditioning, headrest speakers and 14-inch BBS wheels. In 1993, Mazda partnered with the Chugoku Electric Power Company to produce an electric prototype called the "Energia Electric Vehicle." The prototype had a top speed of 130 km/h (81 mph) and had

6688-480: Was for racing, and the annual special editions were formalized as "M Editions". These included all of the luxury options from the "C Package" as well as special paint and, sometimes, special wheels. In the UK, to celebrate Mazda's 24 hours of Le Mans win , Mazda brought out a special edition of the MX-5, with the winner's color scheme (see Mazda 787B ) and came equipped with BBR (Brodie Brittain Racing) turbo conversion;

6776-559: Was held from February 10 through February 19, with press days starting on February 8. Introductions and concepts: In addition to the factory-built Chrysler 300, Mopar also showed three 75th anniversary accessory kits: the Dodge Dart "GTS 210 Tribute", Fiat 500 "Stinger", and Mopar Jeep Compass "True North". The 2011 Chicago Auto Show was held from February 11 through February 20, with press days starting on February 9. Introductions and concepts: The 2010 Chicago Auto Show

6864-408: Was held from February 11 through February 20, with press days starting on February 9. The 2016 Chicago Auto Show was held from February 13 through February 21, with press days starting on February 11. The 2015 Chicago Auto Show was held from February 14 through February 22 and had a 7 percent increase in attendance compared to 2014. The show's media preview day hosted 18 world premieres including

6952-483: Was held from February 12 through February 21, with press days starting on February 10. Introductions and concepts: The 2009 Chicago Auto Show was held from February 13 through February 22, with press days starting on February 11. Introductions and concepts: Also, the Ford Transit Connect was re-introduced as an official 2010 model, after pre-production units were displayed for the first time in

7040-523: Was joined by the MX-3/AZ-3/Eunos Presso (based on Japanese Mazda dealerships). The exterior dimensions and the engine displacement were also in compliance with Japanese Government compact car regulation . The NA has a steel unitary body-shell with a lightweight aluminium hood . Overall dimensions are 3,970 mm (156 in) in length, 1,675 mm (65.9 in) in width, and 1,235 mm (48.6 in) in height. Without options,

7128-485: Was limited to 3,500 units for the USA. A one-off concept featuring large fog lights and a smaller windshield with the side mirrors mounted on it. The 1996 M-Edition was in Starlight Blue Mica and added an alarm system and used 15-inch Enkei wheels. A total of 3,000 units were manufactured for the USA. Introduced at the 1996 New York International Auto Show , this concept was a fixed hardtop version of

7216-545: Was made available at the same time, in sheet moulding compound (SMC). Demand initially outstripped production, fueled by enthusiastic press reviews. In Japan, the car was not badged as a Mazda, as the company was in the process of launching different marques for deluxe models, similar to Nissan 's Infiniti , Honda 's Acura and Toyota 's Lexus . Instead, the Mazda MX-5 was sold as the Eunos Roadster , and

7304-620: Was optional), racing pedals, centerless console with matching shortened radio bezel, aluminum gas filler cap, a more aggressive wheel & tire package (15- x 6-inch Panasport rims), and a rear spoiler (which became standard for the R package). The performance changes made to the Roadster would bump the power to 98 kW (131 bhp) at 7,000 rpm, and 148 N⋅m (109 lbf⋅ft) of torque at 5,500 rpm. Once released, it proved so popular that people were paying up to $ 35,000 for one. M2 released its second Roadster in November 1992, with

7392-625: Was signed in June 2018. The deal would have structured the European assets as ThyssenKrupp Tata Steel, a 50–50 joint venture headquartered in Amsterdam and created the second-largest steel producer in Europe. The merger was finally prohibited by the EU Commission in 2019 for competitive concerns. On 11 May 2007, ThyssenKrupp AG invested €3.1 billion (increased to $ 4.6 billion in 2010) for

7480-470: Was specifically designed for the MX-5 and featured a lightened crankshaft, flywheel, and aluminium sump with cooling fins. An MX-5 with the optional automatic transmission had its 1.6L engine tuned to develop peak torque at lower rpm's (136 Nm, 100 lbf-ft at 4000 rpm) to better mate with the automatic transmission gearing and torque requirements. This tuning resulted in a lower peak power of 78.5 kW (105 bhp) at 6500 rpm. The standard transmission

7568-400: Was staged in March of that year at the third Chicago Coliseum located at 1513 S. Wabash Avenue. The 1901 show featured an indoor track for attendees to test drive the ten vehicles exhibited: five electric powered, three steam powered, and two with gasoline engines. The 1902 show saw 100 cars on display; the indoor track was discontinued after the first year to accommodate space requirements for

7656-584: Was successful in retrieving information from various departments, including the plant engineering division. In 2012, ThyssenKrupp and other European companies were attacked by Chinese hackers. On August 15, 2024, a fire broke out at the Thyssenkrupp warehouse in Völklingen. The building where plastic products and solar panels were stored caught fire. Smoke from the burning warehouse was visible from Saarbrücken, 15 kilometers away. 200 firefighters fought

7744-416: Was then increased to 99 kW (133 bhp) at 6,500 rpm and 155 N⋅m (114 lbf⋅ft) of torque at 5,500 rpm for the 1996 model year. The base weight increased to 990 kg (2,180 lb). Performance was thus improved slightly, because the additional weight was more than offset by the extra power. In some markets such as Europe, the 1.6 L (98 cu in) engine continued to be available as

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