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Half of U.S. Market by 2030 Tough Challenge for BEVs
The current market share of BEVs in the U.S. is only 5.5%, says John Bozzella, CEO of the Alliance for Automotive Innovation. “So to get to 50% by 2030, a lot has to change.”
By Joseph Szczesny • Aug. 4, 2022 -
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VinFast VF 8 Needs More Vim
VinFast’s VF 8 is a solid battery-electric CUV, but needs some improvements in propulsion before it’s ready for prime time in the U.S. market.
By Sebastian Blanco • Aug. 4, 2022 -
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From ADAS to Autonomy
Moving from ADAS to Level 4 autonomy is a major step forward rather than an evolutionary path because of the sensors, AI and edge computing required to replace human capabilities, CAR MBS panelists say.
By Glenn Sanders • Aug. 4, 2022 -
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The Best Sourcing Strategy for BEVs? It’s Complicated
Whether to design and build in-house or rely on suppliers depends very much on each OEM’s market position. Volkswagen and Faraday Future highlight the two sides to the debate.
By David Zoia • Aug. 4, 2022 -
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Michigan Vies to Stay in Automotive Driver’s Seat
“It’s a competitive landscape,” MEDC President Quentin Messer says of the new age of mobility. “There is a lot of competition from other states.”
By Steve Finlay • Aug. 3, 2022 -
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Evolve Your Business Models, Not Just Your Vehicles
Three actions forward-thinking automakers are taking to monetize vehicles now and into the future
By Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. • Aug. 2, 2022 -
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2022 Wards 10 Best Interiors & UX Winner: Genesis GV70 Sport Prestige
This video clip highlighting the Genesis GV70 Sport Prestige was played during the recent ceremony celebrating the 2022 winners. Wards 10 Best winner profile videos will post during the next several weeks.
By David Zoia • Aug. 2, 2022 -
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‘EVs for Millions, Not Just Millionaires’
An industry panel discusses how to lower electric-vehicle prices to foster mass appeal.
By Steve Finlay • Aug. 2, 2022 -
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Canadian Auto Sector Praises Tax-Credit Extension for U.S.-Made EVs
Canadian auto and parts manufacturers had feared earlier proposals, which would have meant the $7,500 maximum tax credit would be available only on U.S.-made EVs. The revised deal extends the credit to EVs made in Canada and Mexico.
By Keith Nuthall • Aug. 2, 2022 -
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China’s EV Industry: 2022 and Beyond
China's EV Industry: 2022 and Beyond. Have Chinese brands reversed the tables and gained a sustainable advantage over foreign brands in the EV race? Can global OEMs catch up? GlobalAutoIndustry.com's Ron Hesse talks with Bill Russo, CEO of Automobility Ltd, and Chair, Automotive Committee at the American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai.
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Chevy Beefs Up Colorado Midsize Pickup for 2023
New to the Colorado lineup is the turbocharged 2.7L 4-cyl. first used in the larger Silverado pickup and applied across all five models.
By Jim Irwin • July 28, 2022 -
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Mini Takes Wraps Off Battery-Electric Aceman Concept CUV
The compact CUV previews a Chinese-built battery-electric Mini developed in partnership with Great Wall Motor.
By Greg Kable • July 26, 2022 -
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High-Tech Textiles Finding Ways Into Automotive Interiors
Ferdinand Dudenhoeffer, a professor at Germany’s University of Duisburg-Essen, notes: “Volvo, Tesla, BMW, Audi and the likes are all turning away from leather seats, reflecting that the circular economy theme is becoming more prominent in their marketing concepts.”
By Jens Kastner • July 26, 2022 -
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UAW Rank-and-File to Elect Top Officers for First Time
The UAW is still recovering from corruption and embezzlement scandals that have brought the union under the supervision of a federal monitor.
By Joseph Szczesny • July 25, 2022 -
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2022 Wards 10 Best Interiors & UX Winner: Ford Maverick
This video clip highlighting the Ford Maverick was played during the recent ceremony celebrating the 2022 winners. Wards 10 Best winner profile videos will post during the next several weeks.
By Bob Gritzinger • July 22, 2022 -
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Mini Unveils Electric Mini Cooper SE Convertible
The concept is not planned for series production but is “a unique specimen that shows how the path to an all-electric premium brand could continue and also electrify classic sporty open-air driving in the future,” Mini says.
By Jim Irwin • July 21, 2022 -
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No Straight Path to Electric Future, Auto Experts Say
Automakers say they are prepared to build battery-electric vehicles but are using currently scarce components from supply chains disrupted by the pandemic for profitable trucks and SUVs rather than zero-emission vehicles, Ohio State professor Chris Atkinson says.
By Joseph Szczesny • July 21, 2022 -
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Battery Swap Pitching for Heavy Duty Trucks
Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.Battery swap technology can restore stakeholders’ enthusiasm in battery-electric haulage, according to Lex Forsyth, co-founder and general m...
By Roma Nazarov • July 20, 2022 -
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ZF Says Has Volume Contracts for Steer by Wire
The deals will put it firmly among the leaders in the technology, the supplier says, adding it “expects a significant share of the steer-by-wire market by 2030.”
By David Zoia • July 19, 2022 -
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Panasonic Energy to Build $4B Battery Plant in Kansas
Described by Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly as the biggest economic development project in the state’s history, the plant is expected to create up to 4,000 jobs and will support an estimated 4,000 additional jobs created by suppliers and community businesses.
By Joseph Szczesny • July 19, 2022 -
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Chevy Revs Latest Battery-Electric: ’24 Blazer EV
Chevy continues its march toward electrification, debuting the Blazer EV that goes on sale next summer, following the Equinox EV and Silverado EV to market.
By Bob Gritzinger • July 18, 2022 -
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Countering the ‘Phantom Braking’ Phenomenon
4D imaging radar, with its ultra-high resolution and advanced post-processing, reduces false alarms and detects nearly no phantom objects.
By Kobi Marenko • July 18, 2022 -
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EV Battery Components Plant to Be Built in Ontario, Canada
Vic Fedeli, Ontario’s minister of economic development, job creation and trade, tells Wards the plant will be “the final piece in the puzzle” of an integrated EV supply chain in Ontario.
By Keith Nuthall • July 15, 2022 -
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2022 Wards 10 Best Interiors & UX Winner: BMW iX
This video clip highlighting the BMW iX was played during the recent ceremony celebrating the 2022 winners. Wards 10 Best winner profile videos will post during the next several weeks.
By Bob Gritzinger • July 15, 2022 -
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Experts Discuss Making Cars Inviting for Gamers, Moviegoers
“The best-performing car is one that people want to spend time in,” says Tata Communications' Ankur Jindal.
By Steve Finlay • July 13, 2022
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