AD #3971 - Chinese Automakers Want to Buy VW Factories; NADA Promises to Fight Direct Sales; Hindenburg Research Announces It's Disbanding
About this episode
The episode covers major shifts in the automotive industry, including the disbanding of Hindenburg Research, known for exposing startup scandals. European automakers are urging the EU for market-driven CO2 regulations amid slow EV adoption. Chinese automakers are eyeing Volkswagen’s German factories to bypass tariffs, sparking union concerns. The National Auto Dealers Association vows to fight direct-to-consumer sales by new brands like Scout and AFELA. Other highlights include Chinese autonomous truck platooning, competition from Chinese SUVs challenging Land Rover, and updates on global sales trends for Stellantis, Renault, and Honda. Nissan’s innovative technician training program with China also gets attention.
Honda Prologue
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