AD #3950 - Lotus Shakes Up Sales Strategy; VW Workers to Hold More Walkouts; EU A “Must Win” For China EV Makers
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Volkswagen workers in Germany plan extended strikes over job and wage cuts, escalating production disruptions. Tesla aims to boost sales with aggressive leasing incentives despite recent declines. Autonomous vehicle services expand globally with Uber and Weimo launching new robotaxi operations. Stellantis invests in advanced lithium sulfur battery tech for future EVs. Lotus revises its sales targets downward and abandons its agency sales model to expand dealer presence in Europe. Chinese EV makers aggressively pursue the European market despite government restrictions, seeking early advantages. The episode also highlights a design leader's inspiring career story and a revealing industry report on automotive efficiency challenges.
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