Industry

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  Elon Musk says Chinese EV firms will 'demolish' rivals without trade barriers

  Tesla CEO Elon Musk said on Wednesday that Chinese automakers will "demolish" global rivals without trade barriers, underscoring the heat the U.S. electric vehicle market leader faces from the likes of BYD, who are racing to expand worldwide.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 26, 2024, 3:21 p.m.
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  Toyota chairman doubles down on electric car scepticism, predicting EV adoption will peak at just 30%

  Toyota Motor's chairman, Akio Toyoda, has publicly expressed skepticism towards electric vehicles (EVs), forecasting a plateau in market share reaching just 30%. A stalwart of the automotive industry and grandson of Toyota's founder, Toyoda made his position clear on EVs, stating, "People are 'finally seeing reality' on EVs."

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 26, 2024, 2:02 p.m.
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  Most cars on EU roads still emit the same amount of CO2 as 12 years ago, new report shows

  A recent report by the European Court of Auditors (ECA) reveals that carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from EU passenger cars have not decreased in over twelve years. Despite technological advancements and the growing presence of electric vehicles (EVs), real-world emissions remain unaltered.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 26, 2024, 10:46 a.m.
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  EU top court backs Audi in trademark dispute with spare parts firm

  In a landmark ruling, the EU Court of Justice has favored luxury carmaker, Audi. The dispute involved a Polish retailer selling spare radiator grilles designed to fit older Audi models, including space for the brand's iconic four-ring logo.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 25, 2024, 2:39 p.m.
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  Toyota is creating an ultra-luxury Century brand

  Toyota Motor has decided to create a separate Century brand that will offer even more luxurious cars than Lexus.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 25, 2024, 11:11 a.m.
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  MAN reports 700 pre-orders for the new eTruck

  With the exception of a few vehicles, the first models of the MAN eTruck are already sold out three months after their launch. The commercial vehicle manufacturer has received 700 orders and inquiries for the eTruck, which is available in the eTGX and eTGS variants.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 25, 2024, 10:08 a.m.
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  BASF to recycle Iveco commercial vehicle batteries

  In the future, the Iveco Group will partner with BASF for the recycling of discarded batteries from its electric vehicles. The Italian manufacturer produces electric vans, buses, and trucks, anticipating a significant increase in battery waste.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 24, 2024, 5:43 p.m.
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  Mercedes-Benz wants to sell its own car dealerships in Germany

  Potential buyers must, among other things, provide "automotive retail experience" and maintain job security for dealership employees.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 23, 2024, 3:57 p.m.
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  Ford to Reduce F-150 Lightning Production Due to Lower Demand

  Beginning on April 1, the Rouge Electric Vehicle Center, the Michigan plant where the electric pickup is manufactured, will transition from two production shifts to one, affecting approximately 1,400 workers.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 22, 2024, 1:28 p.m.
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  Tesla Model Y has been ranked as the number one selling model in Europe in 2023

  Preliminary data from Dataforce shows that the Model Y was the most popular new car in Europe last year. The budget hatchback Dacia Sandero took second place.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 19, 2024, 12:36 p.m.
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  Stellantis Sells 250,000 Vehicles to Sixt in U.S. and Europe

  Up to 250,000 latest generation Stellantis vehicles will enrich SIXT’s rental fleet across Europe and North America by 2026.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 17, 2024, 4:24 p.m.
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  Škoda launches production of the all-new Kodiaq

  Škoda Auto announces the launch of series production of the second-generation Kodiaq, its SUV flagship model, at the plant in Kvasiny, Czech Republic.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 17, 2024, 1:07 p.m.
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  Mazda Adopts Tesla's Charging Port for Upcoming EVs

  Mazda was one of the few remaining NACS holdouts, but the Tesla-designed charging port will appear on an EV in 2025.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 17, 2024, 11:13 a.m.
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  Electric Vehicles to Require 'Battery Passports' for EU Entry by 2027

  Starting from February 2027, all electric vehicles sold in the European Union will be mandated to have 'battery passports.' These digital documents, linked to the vehicle's VIN and a QR code, will offer comprehensive insights into the origin of raw materials and post-manufacturing details like capacity and condition.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 17, 2024, 10:18 a.m.
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  Xiaomi Seeks Trademarks for Gigafactory and EV Hyperfactory in China

  Xiaomi has submitted applications to register a range of Chinese and English trademarks, including "Xiaomi Automobile Gigafactory," "Xiaomi EV Hyperfactory," "Xiaomi Titan," "Xiaomi Titan Alloy," and "Xiaomi Super Motor."

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 16, 2024, 1:47 p.m.
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  Suzuki Suspends Production of Vitara and S-Cross Crossovers Due to Red Sea Attacks

  Suzuki Motor has temporarily halted production at its Hungarian car plant for seven days, from January 15 to January 21. This decision stems from delays in receiving essential components and engines from Japan, caused by recent attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea, disrupting global logistics.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 16, 2024, 10:33 a.m.
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  Honda Considers Resuming Production in Europe as a Potential Option

  Just three years after shutting down its Swindon plant in the UK, Honda is reevaluating the possibility of establishing a European factory.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 15, 2024, 5:26 p.m.
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  Volvo Cars reports new global sales record in 2023

  Volvo Cars sets a new global sales record as the company reports full year sales of 708,716 cars during 2023, an increase of 15 per cent compared to the full year of 2022.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 15, 2024, 11:44 a.m.
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  2024 Detroit Auto Show Cancelled, Returns in January 2025

  After two lackluster years, the North American International Auto Show has been canceled for 2024. However, it's not the end of an era as the event will make a comeback in January 2025.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 15, 2024, 11:29 a.m.
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  BMW almost doubled its sales of all-electric cars in 2023. What are the most popular models?

  BMW Group has just released its 2023 sales figures, and it has been a highly successful year. The automaker proudly announced that it achieved its target of a 15% share in battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and anticipates selling half a million BEVs in 2024.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 12, 2024, 9:52 a.m.