AD #4052 - Detroit 3 Blast Trump’s UK Trade Deal; Toyota Posts Record Revenue, Profits Drop; Nissan Scraps EV Battery Plant
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Detroit's Big Three automakers criticize President Trump's UK trade deal, fearing cheaper imports with low American content could threaten USMCA-compliant vehicles. Toyota reports record revenue despite a slight sales drop and profit decline, warning tariffs will impact future earnings. Nissan cancels a new battery plant amid financial struggles and offers early retirements. California and other states sue over halted EV charger funding. Toyota refreshes the Corolla Cross with design and tech updates, while Jeep teases a subtly updated Grand Cherokee. Aurora Innovation advances autonomous trucking with driverless deliveries between Dallas and Houston. The episode also debates the potential revival of the YouGo EV.
Toyota Corolla
"...ears. Toyota sold just over ninety three thousand Corolla Crosses in the US last year, an increase of nearl..."
Toyota Corolla Cross
"...e inch center display screen. Toyota says the new Corolla Cross will start hitting dealerships in the US later th..."
Jeep Grand Cherokee
"... speaking of vehicle refreshes, Jeep teas the new Grand Cherokee. In terms of design, it doesn't look like there's..."
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