AD #3843 - VW Tested Rivian Zonal Compute in Audis; EVs Save $10,000 Per 100,000 Miles; Buy A Honda FCEV, Get A $30,000 Check
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Volkswagen's surprise $5 billion investment in Rivian follows successful testing of Rivian's zonal compute architecture in Audis, highlighting VW's shift away from its struggling Cariad software unit. Rivian is cutting costs on upcoming EV models with in-house components and advanced battery tech. Fuel savings from EVs can reach $10,000 per 100,000 miles, while Honda offers a fuel cell CR-V lease with a $30,000 hydrogen credit to boost adoption. JD Power's quality study reveals higher repair rates for EVs and PHEVs, with Ram and Chevrolet leading in quality. Toyota aims to regain ground in China with new EVs and advanced driver assistance. Audi prepares for F1 entry in 2026, and Chinese automakers are poised to dominate global sales by 2030.
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