AD #3940 - VW Union Offers $1.6 Billion In Cuts; Exxon and LG Sign U.S. Lithium Deal; Stellantis Shows Off New Platform
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The episode covers major developments in the automotive and EV sectors, including Exxon and LG's lithium supply deal for EV batteries, Volkswagen's labor disputes and leadership changes, and Stellantis unveiling its versatile Stella frame platform for electric and hybrid vehicles. It also highlights Chinese automakers' mixed financial results, Magnus's innovative hybrid drive unit, and the growing demand for Tesla supercharger adapters from Electron. GM's demonstration of hands-free driving technology across multiple models showcases advances in autonomous features. The episode blends industry shifts, technology updates, and market challenges.
Jeep Recon
"...her evs it's talked about the Wagon ear S and the Recon both reportedly use the Stella Large platform, so..."
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