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    Ford and GM execs have lingering questions about the Inflation Reduction Act

    Automakers are anxiously awaiting further federal guidance on how to ensure their vehicles qualify for EV consumer tax credits.

    By Kate Magill • June 16, 2023
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    Mercedes-Benz Unveils Vision One-Eleven Concept

    The bold new hypercar pays tribute to the German automaker’s C111 experimental prototype with a dramatic design and advanced axial-flux electric motor powertrain.

    By Greg Kable • June 15, 2023
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    Artificial Intelligence

    Automakers and dealers alike are increasingly seeing the use case for AI within their operations. Explore some use cases in this trendline.

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    Tayron CUV to Become Volkswagen’s Next Global Model

    The internal-combustion-engine-powered Tayron will be sold in North America from 2025 under the Tiguan name.

    By Greg Kable • June 15, 2023
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    Mercedes-Benz to use 200,000 tons of reduced CO2 steel annually

    By 2030, the automaker aims to slash average carbon dioxide emissions per passenger car by half compared with 2020 as part of its long-term plan to make its new vehicle fleet carbon-neutral.

    By • June 15, 2023
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    Will Stellantis use Tesla’s EV charging standard? It’s thinking about it.

    The automaker is evaluating whether to adopt the North American Charging Standard after Ford and General Motors struck deals with Tesla to use its Supercharger network.

    By Michael Brady • June 15, 2023
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    Stellantis Spends on Start-Ups With Internal VC Fund

    Stellantis places a bet on tech start-ups with hopes that the successful ones offset the high percentage that likely won’t survive.

    By David Kiley • June 14, 2023
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    Saudi Arabia, Chinese Firm Sign EV Investment Agreement

    The investment agreement encompasses plans to develop a domestic Saudi Arabian EV manufacturing industry.

    By Greg Kable • June 14, 2023
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    Toyota revamps its EV strategy as competition and government mandates mount

    The automaker’s plans include developing solid-state, lithium-ion batteries for future electric vehicles with driving ranges over 600 miles.

    By • June 14, 2023
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    Stellantis Adding Battery Production in France

    Stellantis is securing about 400 GWh of battery capacity by 2030, supported by five gigafactories in Europe and North America and additional supply contracts.

    By • June 14, 2023
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    Global EV sales to reach 700M units by 2040: BloombergNEF

    The report predicts that total electric vehicle sales across all segments could reach a cumulative $8.8 trillion by 2030.

    By • June 14, 2023
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    GM signs steel deal with ArcelorMittal North America

    The steelmaker will supply General Motors with material containing at least 70% scrap.

    By Kate Magill • June 14, 2023
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    Ford opens its $2B electric vehicle factory in Cologne, Germany

    Ford converted the 90-year-old factory to produce its next-generation EVs for the European market, including an electric version of the popular Explorer SUV.

    By • June 13, 2023
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    GM, Samsung SDI to build $3B battery cell plant in Indiana

    With the latest investment, the automaker will spend over $4 billion to expand its operations in the state.

    By Sara Samora • June 13, 2023
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    Audi Q8 Offers Increased Range, Faster Charging

    Audi pays particular attention to the Q8 e-tron’s aerodynamics, enlarging and adding spoilers while updating the front fascia to streamline airflow through, around and under the automaker’s flagship e-tron CUV.

    By Tanya Gazdik • June 13, 2023
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    GM Investing Billions in ICE Truck, SUV Production

    Nearly half of the $2.1 billion in new investment is earmarked for the heavy-duty truck assembly plant and adjacent stamping plant in Flint, MI; the rest will be spent at the Arlington, TX, and Fort Wayne, IN, assembly plants.

    By Joseph Szczesny • June 13, 2023
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    California approves Mercedes-Benz Level 3 autonomous driving system for public roads

    Drive Pilot, which will be available on the 2024 S-Class and EQS sedans, allows drivers to read a book or check email at speeds under 40 mph.

    By • June 12, 2023
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    Lexus Makes Solid Additions to Utility-Vehicle Portfolio

    Lexus fields two new utility vehicles for '24, one a plussed-up midsize CUV with room for the whole family and their stuff, and the other a rugged, truck-based off-roader with a luxed-out cabin and a great resume.

    By Ron Sessions • June 12, 2023
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    Alfa Romeo Confirms Plans for ‘Sporty Urban Vehicle’

    The price-leading CUV is twinned with the Jeep Avenger and will offer buyers the choice of internal-combustion and battery-electric drivetrains.

    By Greg Kable • June 12, 2023
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    Toyota to invest $50M in new Michigan battery lab

    The facility, expected to open in 2025, will evaluate batteries for the automaker’s electric and hybrid vehicles sold in North America.

    By • June 12, 2023
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    Alfa Romeo Leads Charge for Most-Seen Auto TV Ad

    A new spot for the hybrid Tonale racks up the most national TV ad impressions for May 29 through June 4, per iSpot.tv.

    By Wards Staff • June 9, 2023
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    Tesla, Other EV Startups Experience Growing Pains

    BEV startups are struggling with financial performance and supply chain issues while consumer demand remains below supply.

    By Joseph Szczesny • June 8, 2023
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    Ford appoints former GM and Whirlpool exec as its chief supply chain officer

    Liz Door joins the automaker as it focuses on improving quality and reducing costs through its supply chain as part of its Ford+ plan.

    By • June 8, 2023
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    Volvo Cars’ EX30: Quick and Frugal

    The automaker claims the BEV enjoys the lowest CO2 footprint of any car on the market today – with the highest mix of recycled metals and plastics including textiles made from old denim jeans.

    By • June 8, 2023
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    Stellantis forms joint venture for end-of-life vehicle recycling

    The company will partner with Belgium-based recycling company Galloo to recover used vehicles and components from automakers for reuse, recycling and remanufacturing.

    By • June 7, 2023
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    2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE Secrets Revealed

    The 2-door model will replace the C- and E-Class coupe and cabriolet with a muscular design, contemporary interior appointments and an extended range of electrified drivetrains.

    By Greg Kable • June 6, 2023