Industry
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VW anticipates launching a commercial robotaxi service by 2026.
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Nissan to launch 7 new vehicles in US over next 3 years
Nissan's new vehicles will include EVs, plug-in hybrids, and even E-Power series hybrids.
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McLaren now fully owned by Bahrain
McLaren's recapitalization process will make it easier for the company to form new investment and technology partnerships.
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Aston Martin names current Bentley chief as new CEO
Aston Martin's new CEO is a 25-year veteran of the industry.
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Ferrari sued in US over alleged brake defect
A proposed class action alleges Ferrari failed to address reported brake issues.
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VW Group's Cupra to enter US as EV brand
Spanish performance marque Cupra will enter the U.S. by the end of the decade starting with a pair of SUVs.
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Audi expects to only be selling EVs by around 2033.
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Bentley's first EV delayed to late 2026
Bentley will also shuffle its plan to offer only EVs by 2030.
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Fisker halts production, warns it may need bankruptcy protection
Fisker is on the hunt for new funding and has warned it may need bankruptcy protection if it isn't successful.
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Mercedes explores use of humanoid robots on factory floor
Mercedes-Benz is exploring the potential for humanoid robots in handling low-skill, repetitive tasks at its plants.
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Honda and Nissan look to partner on EVs, software
Honda and Nissan have confirmed they are in the early stages of forming a potential strategic partnership.
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Design legend Marcello Gandini dead at 85
The former Bertone designer leaves behind an incredible legacy.
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Apple is thought to have spent more than $10 billion on its ill-fated car project.
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VW Group vehicles held at US Customs finally being shipped
All vehicles being held should be delivered by the end of March.
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New crash safety rules may lead to more buttons, fewer touchscreens
Euro NCAP crash safety testing will soon favor physical buttons over touchscreens.
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Nissan aims to launch robotaxi service by 2027
Nissan has been running robotaxi trails since 2017 and is now just a few years out from launching a service.
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Polestar 3 electric SUV enters production
Polestar 3 production has started in China and will soon follow in the U.S.
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Volvo ditching most of its stake in Polestar
Volvo plans to keep some shares in Polestar but will no longer provide funding for the EV startup.
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Mercedes' CEO said the automaker is prepared to continue building gas cars well into the next decade.
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Lotus EV division enters SPAC deal, will list on Nasdaq
Lotus' EV division based in China is about to go public.
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New Audi design chief wants cars without “superfluous ornaments”
Audi's new design chief previously worked at JLR where he styled the new Defender and Range Rover.
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Some Audis and Bentleys join Porsches delayed at US ports
A Chinese-made component is causing numerous VW Group vehicles to be held up at U.S. ports.
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Ionna EV charging network formed by 7 automakers opens in 2024
A charging network with a focus on speed and reliability will be opening up in the U.S. shortly.
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McLaren reportedly considers new tech, financial partners
McLaren is considering taking on new investors, including potentially a Chinese automaker.
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