AD #3694 - One Of Three UAW Workers Didn’t Bother to Vote; GAC Going to Solid-State Batteries; BMW’s Centerlock Wheels Need 685-lb/ft Torque
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The discussion covers recent UAW labor contract votes with notable voter apathy, and the ripple effects on wage increases at various automakers. GM's integration of BrightDrop signals cost-cutting moves post-contract. Cadillac expands Lyric EV sales globally with new variants, while Lucid unveils its Gravity SUV featuring advanced battery tech and impressive range. Honda introduces hands-free driving tech and partners with Amazon for online vehicle sales. Chinese automaker GAC aims to launch solid-state battery EVs by 2026, potentially leading the market. BMW's centerlock wheels require an unexpectedly high torque, highlighting unique engineering details.
Zevo Bright Drop
"... related is that General Motors is going to bring bright Drop into the corporate fold and will no longer let it..."
Cadillac Lyric
"selling Cadillac Lyrics in Australia and New Zealand as twenty twenty fi..."
Lucid Gravity
"... startup Lucid Motors revealed its first SUV, the Gravity. It shares similar front end styling to the Air S..."
Chevrolet Volt
"...l feature a newer version of Lucid's nine hundred volt electrical architecture, which will allow it to a..."
Honda Accord
"... long as the driver uses the turn signal. The new Accord is the first model to get Honda Sensing three six..."
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