AD #4173 - Porsche Cayenne Electric Gets Formula-E Tech; Automakers Urge Extension of USMCA; VW To Develop New In-House Chip
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Automakers are pushing for an extension of the USMCA trade deal to maintain cost efficiencies amid rising shipping fees linked to US-China trade tensions. European regulators plan a new category for affordable small electric vehicles to compete with Chinese brands. Volkswagen is heavily investing in advanced electronic architectures and in-house chip development to support future autonomous driving features. Porsche applies Formula E racing tech to its upcoming Cayenne Electric, notably with innovative motor cooling and regenerative braking systems that outperform competitors. Additionally, Peugeot teases a futuristic concept car featuring steer-by-wire technology.
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