AD #3678 - UAW Wins Record Contract Offer; Dealers Refuse to Sell Used EVs; Renault Rolling Out New ICE Portfolio
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The UAW reached a historic tentative contract with Ford, offering significant wage increases and benefits improvements, signaling a potential end to the strike and pressuring GM and Stellantis. Renault plans a $3 billion investment to launch eight new ICE and hybrid models internationally, focusing on markets outside Europe. Meanwhile, used EV values in the U.S. are dropping sharply as many dealers refuse to retail them due to battery concerns. Stellantis is investing in Chinese EV maker Leap Motor to expand its EV presence, and BMW is advancing battery tech and electric trailer systems to boost efficiency. Fiat is venturing into real estate with a new urban apartment complex featuring car sharing.
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