AD #3874 - Toyota Could Go Hybrid-Only in U.S.; EU Tariffs Already Have Big Impact on Chinese Brand Sales; EVs Outpace Overall U.S. Market
About this episode
The discussion covers the US Department of Transportation's push for vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication technology to reduce crashes, highlighting challenges like competing tech standards and regulatory delays. Toyota considers going hybrid-only in the US, while Porsche invests in hybrid battery production. Mercedes unveils a special edition AMG SL roadster. US EV registrations rose despite overall market decline, with heavy incentives impacting sales. EU tariffs on Chinese EVs caused a sharp sales drop, yet Chinese brands still gained market share. Stellantis pauses engine production due to inventory, Lamborghini launches a powerful hybrid, and Cadillac reveals a futuristic electric hypercar concept.
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