AD #3628 - CATL and ONE Develop LFP Breakthroughs; UAW Pushes for Strike Vote; Ford to Debut Mid-Engine Mustang
About this episode
The episode covers major developments in the automotive industry including the UAW's push for a strike authorization vote amid slow contract negotiations with Detroit's Big Three automakers. Battery technology advancements are highlighted with CATL's fast-charging LFP battery and Our Next Energy's cost-effective LFP pack nearing NMC performance. Mitsubishi plans to exit the US sedan market by 2025 due to poor sales, while GM exits India with Hyundai taking over its plant to boost EV production. Cadillac unveils the Optic EV crossover, and Ford prepares to debut a mid-engine Mustang built by Multi Matic. The episode also reviews global automaker profitability rankings, with Stellantis leading in operating profits.
Mitsubishi Mirage
"...ews reports that Mitsubishi will stop selling the Mirage in the US market once production ends in twenty t..."
Cadillac Escalated
"...ore automotive related action in the country. The Cadillac Escalated just made its debut, but we're getting our first ..."
Tesla Model Y
"...c's version of the Blazer EV, which is a mocke or Model Y size crossover. The Optic is expected to go into ..."
Chevrolet Blazer EV
"...the Optic, or basically Cadillac's version of the Blazer EV, which is a mocke or Model Y size crossover. The ..."
Ford Mustang
"... Ford is going to show off a brand new mid engine Mustang this Thursday. According to Ford Authority, it wi..."
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