AD #3551 - BYD, CATL Unveil Sodium-Ion Batteries; Li Auto 800V = 400KM in 10 Min; Farley: Ford Needs to Rethink China
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The Shanghai Auto Show highlights breakthroughs like BYD and CATL's upcoming sodium-ion batteries, which reduce reliance on lithium, and Li Auto's rapid 800V charging system delivering 400 km in 10 minutes. Ford's CEO discusses the saturated Chinese market and the need to rethink strategy, focusing on electric commercial vehicles and iconic models. Innovations include curbside EV charging in NYC, Stellantis' push for e-fuels, Porsche's V2X communication testing at high speeds, and Volkswagen's mixed EV sales performance, especially in China. Additionally, lithium resource nationalization in Latin America and Scheffler's electric hubmotor production mark key industry shifts.
Ford Mustang
"...cks and vans, as well as electric versions of the Mustang Broncho, Ranger and Raptor. Farley also commented..."
Ford Ranger
"...well as electric versions of the Mustang Broncho, Ranger and Raptor. Farley also commented on Tesla's rapi..."
F-150 Raptor
"...ctric versions of the Mustang Broncho, Ranger and Raptor. Farley also commented on Tesla's rapidly rising ..."
Volkswagen Bet
"...ere intrepid control systems driven by your data. Volkswagen bet big on electrics, and that bet is starting to pay..."
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