AD #4152 - Ford F-150 Hit by Fire at Aluminum Supplier; China Makes Solid State Battery Breakthrough; Tesla FSD 14 Handles Point-To-Point De
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A major fire at Novelis' aluminum plant disrupts Ford F-150 production and impacts the US auto industry, while tariffs on medium and heavy-duty trucks spark lobbying battles. China announces a breakthrough in flexible solid-state batteries, promising advances for EVs. Tesla releases FSD 14 with new autonomous features like emergency vehicle response and point-to-point delivery. Other highlights include concerns over foreign workers at battery plants in the US and Spain, Germany extending EV tax exemptions amid job losses, Nissan and Renault's new SUV plans for India, and China's Aerofujia unveiling an electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft.
Tesla Model Hy
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Nissan Armada
"... by the larger Patrol or what's also known as the Armada. While the Tecton will not be fully revealed unti..."
Dacia Duster
"..., which is used for other vehicles like the Dacia Duster. You might also remember us reporting on an innov..."
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