AD #3574 - Musk Takes Political Risk; Aston Martin to Use Honda F1 Engines; EVs Get Driven Fewer Miles
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Elon Musk takes a political risk by hosting a live event with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, signaling a rare automotive executive involvement in politics. Ford reverses its decision to remove AM radio due to emergency broadcast concerns. Legacy automakers race to develop software-defined vehicles with varied strategies. Aston Martin secures Honda engines for Formula One, aiming for championships. A study reveals EVs are driven fewer miles than ICE cars, with Tesla leading in usage. BMW unveils the new 5 Series with multiple powertrains including a pure EV model boasting advanced tech and autonomous features. Stellantis expands vehicle-to-everything communication for safety, while Opel and VW update their models with new tech and styling.
Porsche Taikon
"...nd, seven hundred and nineteen miles. The Porsche Taikon is the least driven EV at less than five thousand..."
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