AD #4030 - Analysts Forecast Big Drop in U.S. Car Sales; Kia Developing EV Pickup for U.S.; Foxconn To Build 2 EVs In U.S.
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U.S. car sales are forecasted to decline significantly this year due to tariffs, with major firms predicting drops between 2 to 3 million units, threatening supplier stability. Meanwhile, China’s new car market grows rapidly, especially in new energy vehicles. Kia plans an all-electric pickup for North America and aims to boost EV and hybrid sales despite lowered forecasts. Taiwanese manufacturer Foxconn is expanding EV production partnerships, including plans for two U.S. models. Volkswagen targets a strong comeback in China with new EVs, and BMW is testing humanoid robots in assembly. Industry tensions and innovations highlight the evolving global auto landscape.
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