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federal EV credits
Federal EV credits are discounts from the government that help make electric cars cheaper to buy. They encourage people to choose electric cars instead of gas cars.
full sized trucks and SUVs
Full sized trucks and SUVs are big cars that can carry lots of people or stuff, but they use more gas. When gas prices go up, fewer people want to buy these big vehicles.
GM
GM is a big American car company that makes many types of cars and trucks, including big SUVs and pickups.
tariffs
Tariffs are extra taxes on things brought into a country from somewhere else. They can make parts and materials for cars more expensive.
electric fleet
An electric fleet means a group of cars or trucks that run on electricity instead of gas. Companies use them to save money and help the environment.
EU Electric
EU Electric is a group that helps electricity companies in Europe work together and support things like electric cars.
residual values
Residual value is how much a car is worth after you have used it for a while. It helps decide how much it costs to lease or sell later.
battery plants
Battery plants are factories where the batteries that power electric cars and other devices are made.
energy storage facility
An energy storage facility is a place where electricity is saved so it can be used later when people need it, like a big battery for the power grid.
Volkswagen
Volkswagen is a big car company from Germany that makes many cars and is now working on storing electricity to help power homes and businesses.
National Labor Relations Board (NLRB)
The NLRB is a government group that helps make sure companies follow the rules when workers want to join unions and work together for better jobs.
United Auto Workers (UAW) unionization efforts
The UAW is a group that helps car factory workers get better pay and working conditions by working together. Sometimes, the company and the workers disagree about this.
Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz is a famous car company from Germany that makes many types of cars, from small ones to big SUVs. They are known for making high-quality and fancy cars.
multiple powertrain types
This means the car can have different ways to make it move, like gas engines, electric motors, or both together.
compact vehicle development
Making small cars that are easy to drive and save gas is called compact vehicle development. Car companies work on these cars to make them good for many people.
vehicle electronics and electrical architecture
This means how all the electronic parts and wires in a car are designed and connected to make everything work properly, like lights, brakes, and screens.
Mercedes-Benz A-Class
The Mercedes-Benz A-Class is a small, fancy car that is good for people who want a nice car but not a big one. It has lots of cool features and is easier to drive in the city.
Mercedes-Benz CLA
The Mercedes-Benz CLA is a small fancy car that looks sporty and has four doors. It's good for people who want a stylish and nice car that's not too big.
Mercedes-Benz GLA
The Mercedes-Benz GLA is a small SUV that is fancy and easy to drive in the city. It sits higher than regular cars and can carry more things or people.
Mercedes-Benz GLB
The Mercedes-Benz GLB is a small fancy SUV that can fit more people than the GLA because it has an extra row of seats. It's good for families who want a nice car.
Mercedes-Benz B-Class
The Mercedes-Benz B-Class is a small fancy car that has more room inside than the A-Class. It's good for people who want a nice car that can carry more stuff or passengers.
electro-mechanical braking system
This is a new kind of brake system that uses wires and electronic signals to make the brakes work instead of the usual brake fluid and pipes. It can make the brakes work faster and simpler, especially in electric cars.
Cherry
Cherry is a car company from China that makes electric cars and owns the X Seed brand.
X Seed
X Seed is a car brand from China that makes electric cars and uses new technology to make their brakes work with wires instead of regular brake lines.
chip costs
Chip costs mean how much it costs to get the tiny computer parts inside cars that help them work. When these parts get more expensive, car prices go up too.
Ford Explorer
The Ford Explorer is a medium-sized SUV that many families use. It has lots of space inside and can be used for many things like driving around town or going on trips.