AD #3969 - Trump Tariffs Could Cripple New Car Sales; Waymo/Zeekr AV Spotted Testing in California; Model Y Best-Selling Vehicle in China
About this episode
The discussion covers the potential impact of Trump-era tariffs on new car sales in the US, highlighting concerns over increased prices and declining demand. It also explores the race between the US and China in autonomous vehicle technology, spotlighting companies like Waymo, Zeekr, and Huawei's autonomous parking pilot. The Biden administration's planned bans on Chinese connected car software and hardware are examined, along with their implications for Chinese automakers entering the US market. Additionally, Tesla's Model Y's success in China and Europe, record EV sales globally, and challenges faced by major automakers like Volkswagen and Daimler Truck are reviewed. Hyundai's new electric SUV launches in Japan and Europe conclude the episode.
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Tesla Semi
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