AD #3683 - Toyota 1st with Non-Union Pay Raises; BMW Thinks New Batteries As Good As Tesla; VinFast Considering $20K EV for the U.S.
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Toyota leads non-union pay raises in response to UAW's record contracts, boosting wages and reducing time to top pay. BMW boasts new battery tech rivaling Tesla, while Volvo launches an energy solutions unit for EV charging and storage. Tesla's China sales dip slightly as BYD surges. Toyota expands its Crown lineup with hybrid and fuel cell options. Ferrari reports strong earnings and raised forecasts. Honda introduces a foldable electric scooter, and VinFast considers a $20K EV for the U.S. market. The episode also previews a discussion on car buying timing post-UAW strikes.
Toyota Crown
"...year ago. Toyota revealed the next variant of its Crown models. As we reported recently. Toyota will have..."
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