AD #3796 - Most Americans Open to Chinese EVs; Tesla Has Lowest Repair Costs; Kia Reveals All-New Global Pickup
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General Motors posted strong first-quarter results with increased sales and cost cuts, raising its profit forecast. A survey reveals 73% of Americans would consider Chinese EVs if priced competitively, despite US government concerns. Tesla is rolling out a new mapping system in China with improved navigation features. Consumer Reports ranks Tesla as having the lowest maintenance costs, while Land Rover tops repair expenses. Kia plans to launch its first pickup, the Tassman, next year. The episode also covers winter testing of the Range Rover Electric, Opel's new Granland SUV, Smart's larger EV concept, and Chinese automaker Cherry's expansion in Europe with new joint ventures and EV models.
Land Rover Range Rover
"...'s and we'll start with winter testing of the new range Rover Electric in the Arctic Circle at temps as low as ..."
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