AD #4064 - Alpine Reveals First SUV; Stellantis Names Antonio Filosa New CEO; GM Invests $900M To Build More V8s
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Stellantis names Antonio Filosa as its new CEO amid challenges including declining sales and a need for a software overhaul. GM shifts focus by investing $900 million to produce V8 engines for trucks and SUVs despite growing EV sales. Toyota deepens its commitment to electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a major investment in Joby Aviation. Alpine unveils its first all-electric SUV, the A390, featuring a tri-motor setup, advanced battery tech, and sporty performance. The episode also covers BYD's labor lawsuit in Brazil and the intensifying price war in China's automotive market.
Nissan Leaf
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Tata Motors Aria
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Chevrolet Volt
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Dodge Charger
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