AD #4197 - Audi Sells Italdesign; Dongfeng Hits +48% Efficiency with Turbo-Four; Ford Suppliers Get China Rare Earths
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Audi is selling Italdesign to a California tech firm while retaining partial ownership through Lamborghini, signaling potential further asset sales amid tightening European regulations on combustion engines. Volkswagen plans to expand extended-range EVs in the US and Europe, leveraging Chinese advances in highly efficient turbocharged engines. Ford's suppliers have regained access to rare earth magnets from China, easing production woes. Meanwhile, China leads in high-strength steel technology, and Nissan partners with AI startup Wave to offer affordable advanced driver assistance. Jaguar Land Rover innovates with lightweight, low-carbon instrument panel components to cut emissions.
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