AD #3710 - Ram Pickup to Get Fuel Cell Range Extender; 200 Countries Agree to Ban Oil, Gas and Coal; Battery Swapping Taxis in China
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Ram is planning to replace the V6 range extender in its electrified pickup with fuel cell technology produced by Symbio, aiming for production by 2025. Nearly 200 countries agreed at COP28 to phase out fossil fuels by 2050, marking a significant climate commitment. Battery swapping gains traction in China with Venutia's taxi fleet and partnerships for trucks, while GM is developing its own infotainment system, Altify, to improve safety and data integration. Tesla leads the US EV market, but legacy automakers like Hyundai and GM are gaining ground. Stellantis launches a battery design competition to cultivate new talent, and Scout Motors opens an R&D center in Michigan to tap into local expertise.
Hyundai Genesis
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Chevrolet Nova
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