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BMW CFO: Sales Growth Attributed Mostly to EVs as Internal Combustion Engines Reached ‘Tipping Point’
Jan 15, 2024 Ξ

BMW CFO: Sales Growth Attributed Mostly to EVs as Internal Combustion Engines Reached ‘Tipping Point’

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BMW’s Chief Financial Officer, Walter Mertl, revealed in a recent media roundtable that the company has reached a significant turning point in its sales dynamics. Mertl stated that BMW now  Full Article »

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Toyota Aiming to Produce over 10 Million Vehicles Globally in 2024
Jan 15, 2024 Ξ

Toyota Aiming to Produce over 10 Million Vehicles Globally in 2024

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Toyota is setting out to hit a major milestone in 2024, aiming to produce over 10.3 million vehicles globally. This ambitious goal would mark a consecutive yearly record for the  Full Article »

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Next-Generation Dodge Charger Appears on Social Media
Jan 12, 2024 Ξ

Next-Generation Dodge Charger Appears on Social Media

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Dodge has recently unveiled a sneak peek of the upcoming next-generation Charger through a series of photos posted on social media. The American automaker has set the stage with an  Full Article »

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Innovative Sodium-Ion EV Batteries Get More Attention as Stellantis Invests in French Battery Maker
Jan 12, 2024 Ξ

Innovative Sodium-Ion EV Batteries Get More Attention as Stellantis Invests in French Battery Maker

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Stellantis recently revealed its investment in the French sodium-ion battery startup, Tiamat. This strategic move aims to diversify Stellantis’ portfolio and facilitate the mass production of electric vehicles (EVs) while  Full Article »

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Lexus Injects Toyota GR Corolla Performance into Small LBX Morizo RR Concept Crossover
Jan 12, 2024 Ξ

Lexus Injects Toyota GR Corolla Performance into Small LBX Morizo RR Concept Crossover

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Lexus has taken a page from Toyota’s high-performance playbook by incorporating the potent three-cylinder engine found in the GR Yaris and GR Corolla into its LBX Morizo RR Concept Crossover.  Full Article »

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Consumer Reports Ranks These Vehicles as the Least Satisfying to Own in 2024
Jan 11, 2024 Ξ

Consumer Reports Ranks These Vehicles as the Least Satisfying to Own in 2024

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Consumer Reports recently conducted a survey among its members to identify the least satisfying vehicles for new owners. The results were derived from a combination of the publication’s vehicle ratings  Full Article »

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Tesla to Raise Pay for US Factory Workers
Jan 11, 2024 Ξ

Tesla to Raise Pay for US Factory Workers

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Tesla is reportedly set to increase the pay for its production workers in the United States, according to a report by Bloomberg News. The pay raise comes amid a trend  Full Article »

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Toyota To Launch EVs With Game-Changing Solid-State Batteries in a Couple of Years
Jan 11, 2024 Ξ

Toyota To Launch EVs With Game-Changing Solid-State Batteries in a Couple of Years

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Toyota is set to revolutionize the electric vehicle (EV) market with the launch of vehicles equipped with game-changing solid-state batteries within the next couple of years. This announcement was made  Full Article »

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Rare Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+ Coming Up for Auction
Jan 10, 2024 Ξ

Rare Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+ Coming Up for Auction

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The highly coveted Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+, an ultra-exclusive, top-speed-record-holding hypercar, is set to hit the auction block, marking a rare opportunity for enthusiasts to acquire one of only  Full Article »

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Audi Suggests a Larger Q9 SUV is in the Works
Jan 10, 2024 Ξ

Audi Suggests a Larger Q9 SUV is in the Works

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A recent report suggests that Audi is considering the development of a larger SUV, possibly named the Q9, to compete with rivals like the BMW X7 and Mercedes-Benz GLS. The  Full Article »

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Mercedes-Benz Shows Off Defining Digital Tech Powered by AI at CES 2024
Jan 9, 2024 Ξ

Mercedes-Benz Shows Off Defining Digital Tech Powered by AI at CES 2024

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Mercedes-Benz showcased cutting-edge digital technologies powered by AI at CES 2024, signaling a transformative shift in the customer experience within and beyond the vehicle. One of the highlights is the  Full Article »

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Honda Showcases Global “Honda 0” EV Series with Two Concepts at CES 2024
Jan 9, 2024 Ξ

Honda Showcases Global “Honda 0” EV Series with Two Concepts at CES 2024

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Honda has unveiled its new global electric vehicle (EV) series, the “Honda 0 Series,” at CES 2024, featuring two concept models, Saloon and Space-Hub. The series represents Honda’s commitment to  Full Article »

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Artificial Intelligence Used by Microsoft & U.S. Lab to Speed Up Search for New EV Battery Materials
Jan 9, 2024 Ξ

Artificial Intelligence Used by Microsoft & U.S. Lab to Speed Up Search for New EV Battery Materials

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Microsoft has collaborated with the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) in Richland, Washington, utilizing artificial intelligence to accelerate the discovery of potential materials for new electric vehicle (EV) batteries. The  Full Article »

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Tesla Lowers EV Range Estimates Across Lineup as Regulators Tighten Test Rules
Jan 9, 2024 Ξ

Tesla Lowers EV Range Estimates Across Lineup as Regulators Tighten Test Rules

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  Tesla has recently adjusted its electric vehicle (EV) range estimates across its lineup in response to a new U.S. government vehicle-testing regulation. The goal of the regulation is to  Full Article »

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Stellantis Unveils Virtual Cockpit Innovation with Blackberry and AWS at CES 2024
Jan 9, 2024 Ξ

Stellantis Unveils Virtual Cockpit Innovation with Blackberry and AWS at CES 2024

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Automakers are embracing virtual simulations to enhance development efficiency and reduce costs, with the latest innovation being the introduction of a virtual cockpit by Stellantis in collaboration with BlackBerry and  Full Article »

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