AD #3842 - VW Partners With Another Chinese Automaker; Renault Reveals Geely-Based Hybrid SUV; Mercedes Spends More on ICEs Than Planned
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Volkswagen is partnering with SAIC to develop BEVs and PHEVs for the Chinese market by 2026, aiming to regain market share lost to local brands like BYD. Renault unveiled a Geely-based hybrid SUV, the Grand Colios, showcasing benefits from their joint venture. Mercedes plans to invest heavily in combustion engines to maintain technological leadership. The US EV market grows despite Tesla’s sales decline, with strong gains from Ford and Hyundai. Hyundai also debuted the compact electric Innster. Volvo delays its EX30 launch in the US due to tariffs. The episode covers rising car payments, new autonomous ride-hailing ventures, and innovative automotive engineering tools.
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