AD #3827 - Virginia Backs Out of California EV Mandate; Mercedes Dethrones Tesla with Profit/Car; ZF Packages Airbag Into Steering Wheel Rim
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Political shifts impact EV mandates as Virginia opts out of California's strict EV sales requirements, while New York cancels congestion fees citing inflation concerns. Battery supply tensions rise with calls to ban Chinese firms linked to forced labor, threatening US EV production. JD Power reports improved public EV charging satisfaction, and autonomous vehicle testing expands in US cities with new tech partnerships. Mercedes leads automaker profits per car, overtaking Tesla amid price cuts. Toyota launches the hybrid Crown Signia, replacing the Venza. Supplier relations vary widely, with Toyota and Honda favored over Ford and Stellantis. Plus, innovative airbag designs and automotive tech tools highlight industry advances.
Toyota Highland
"... and fifth cities where it will launch a fleet of Toyota Highland or test vehicles with safety drivers on board. Th..."
Toyota Crown
"...oyota's North American lineup is now on sale. The Crown Signia starts at just under forty five thousand d..."
Toyota Venza
"...against each other. The vehicle that replaces the Venza in Toyota's North American lineup is now on sale...."
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