AD #3982 - IIHS Adopts NFL Concussion Metrics; Auto Industry In A Panic Over Trump Tariffs; Honda Reorganizes Corporate Structure
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The automotive industry faces significant challenges including stalled global sales, high interest rates, and disruption from software-defined vehicles and EV investments. Tariffs proposed by President Trump have sparked panic, with suppliers warning of halted production. Bosch and Continental report profit declines and restructuring amid sluggish markets. Honda restructures to integrate EV and ICE development for sustainability. New ventures like Flexus plan EV commercial vans, while Jaguar Land Rover sees strong margins despite sales dips. The IIHS adopts new concussion metrics for crash tests, and Ford announces a return to LMDh racing. Emerging terms like 'electric intelligent vehicles' reflect evolving EV tech in China.
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Ford Mustang GTD
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