AD #4083 - Ford Commits to Embattled Battery Plant; Skoda EVs Outsell Tesla in EU; Uber and Waymo Expand Their Partnership
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Ford reaffirms its commitment to building a controversial battery plant in Michigan despite political and local opposition. Tesla's EV sales in Europe decline, while Skoda and Volkswagen see significant growth, with Skoda outselling Tesla despite a limited EV lineup. The South African auto industry faces challenges from potential strikes and import pressures. Uber and Waymo expand autonomous ride-hailing services, with debates around Tesla's robotaxi capabilities continuing. In China, automakers increasingly produce battery packs in-house, dominating the market. Additional updates include Tesla vehicle storage removal, a car carrier sinking, and Neo's battery rental program lowering EV costs.
Tesla Model Hy
"...urteen thousand units, but despite the slump, the model Hy is still the best selling EV in the region. The V..."
Jaguar Ipace
"...the option to ride in a Waimo self driving Jaguar Ipace at no additional cost. Riders are able to unlock ..."
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