AD #3877 - BMW EVs Outsell Tesla in EU; Ford Axes 3-Row EV, EREV to Follow?; Lucid Preparing 3 More Models
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The episode covers major shifts in the automotive industry, including Stellantis' delayed mid-size pickup launch amid union disputes and Ford's cancellation of a three-row electric SUV with delays to its full-size electric truck. BYD is advancing plans for a Mexico plant despite US political pressure. Lucid is expanding its EV lineup with three new models, backed by Saudi investment. Chinese automakers like Japung and NEO are innovating in driver assistance and charging infrastructure. Notably, BMW outsold Tesla in EU EV sales for July, signaling changing market dynamics. Cadillac revealed pricing for its new Escalade and launched a luxury sneaker collaboration. The episode also previews a technical discussion on automotive Ethernet systems.
Toyota Tacoma
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Tesla Model Y
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Cadillac Lyric
"...are inspired by Cadillac's electric vehicles, the Lyric, Optic, Celestic, and Escalatic, and they incorpo..."
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