AD #4101 - BEV Sales Soar in Germany Without Incentives; Corvette Drops More Hypercar Hints; Skoda Makes More Money Than Porsche
About this episode
The discussion highlights GM's exploration of Corvette hypercar designs from global studios, showcasing distinct concepts hinting at future models. Despite record revenues, automakers like Kia, Hyundai, and Volkswagen report profit declines largely due to tariffs and global trade challenges. Volkswagen Group dominates Germany's BEV market with strong sales despite incentive removals, while Mitsubishi exits China amid industry shifts. The Russian auto sector struggles with plummeting demand. Honda's new Prelude adopts Type R components but retains a hybrid powertrain, and Mercedes AMG teases a high-performance V8 concept. The episode also promotes an upcoming live Q&A for deeper automotive debates.
Chevrolet Corvette
"...s Chevrolet trying to warm us up to the idea of a Corvette hypercar. In April, GM opened a new design center..."
Tesla Model
"...eventh place, and just behind it in eighth is the Tesla Model Y, which saw a sixty two percent plunge in sales...."
Honda Prelude
"...ing them below cost. Honda confirmed that the new Prelude, which goes on sale in the US later this year, wi..."
Honda Civic
"...on, wider tracks and Brembo front brakes from the Civic Type R. Unfortunately, that won't be paired with ..."
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