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BYD and UzAuto to form NEV production JV in Uzbekistan

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The new joint venture company, which will manufacture best-selling NEVs including the DM-i super hybrid models and related parts, is anticipated to be based in Uzbekistan. Founded in 1995, BYD is a leading NEV (plug-in hybrids and battery-electric vehicles] manufacturer.

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GM Korea introduces Alpheon eAssist; 25% improvement in fuel economy

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179 hp at 6,700 rpm; 233 N·m torque) supplemented by a small Li-ion battery pack and a 17.6-kW, N·m electric motor generator. General Motors launched the Buick LaCrosse with eAssist in China on 25 August. liter spark ignition direct injection (SIDI) engine (max. Earlier post.). mpg US, 7.1 L/100km).

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Mercedes CEO Says Brand Sticking With China for the Long Haul

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brands like General Motors also have a lot riding on relations remaining copesthetic with China. The security bloc incorporates China, India, Iran, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. Often presented as a trade organization, it’s effectively a stop gap for U.S. influence.&

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Nearly one in five cars sold worldwide in 2023 was electric: IEA | Autocar Professional

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Battery electric cars accounted for 70% of the electric car stock in 2023, states the IEA annual report of the EV global parc. Local carmakers have thus far maintained a strong foothold in the market, and account for the bulk of electric car sales in cumulative terms since 2010, led by Tata Motors (70%) and Mahindra & Mahindra (10%).