AD # 4195 - Ford and Renault Join Forces for EVs; BMW Picks New CEO From Manufacturing; Fiat to Bring Dinky Topolino To U.S.
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Ford and Renault are collaborating on small electric cars and a commercial vehicle platform to cut EV production costs by 40%. BMW names Milan Nadelkovic, a manufacturing expert, as its new CEO, signaling a focus on operational efficiency. BMW is also pioneering blockchain for faster foreign exchange transactions. Volkswagen faces internal family tensions over dividend cuts amid financial strain. Fiat plans to bring its tiny Topolino EV to the US, aligning with renewed interest in small urban vehicles. Additionally, Tesla’s stock outlook is tempered despite AI ambitions, and the episode highlights the enduring influence of family control in the global auto industry.
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