AD #3840 - ONE Gets Lifeline from Foxconn; BYD Struggling in Japan; Rivian Slashes Manufacturing Costs
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Stellantis faces challenges from new EV sales mandates in the UK, threatening production cuts without government support. Foxconn invests in battery startup ONE, which pivots to stationary storage. Automakers push back on stringent automatic emergency braking rules. BYD struggles with EV sales in Japan despite expansion efforts. Rivian unveils major cost-cutting redesigns for its R1 models, improving efficiency and ride quality. Cyberattacks on dealer systems raise financial concerns. VW updates the Jetta modestly to keep prices low amid strong sales. Consumer distrust grows over automakers collecting vehicle data, highlighting privacy concerns.
Volkswagen Jetta
"...odifications to the twenty twenty five model year Jetta. You'll notice some minor changes to the front, r..."
Volkswagen Gli
"...transmission. The manual is only available on the Gli now, which comes with a two hundred and fifty eig..."
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