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China auto price war: BMW dealers offer discounts of up to $14,360 for i3

CN EV Post

In the past two days, rumors have surfaced that BMW dealers are offering massive subsidies for the i3 in China, and that consumers who pay full cash for the car can even get the model for RMB 120,000 to 180,000, less than half the retail price. The rumors and the dealers' moves come as the Chinese auto industry is staging a rare price war.

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Alfa Romeo starts production of its first plug-in hybrid; Tonale offers 30 miles electric range

Green Car Congress

The Tonale PHEV will begin arriving at dealers in June. The industrial complex has produced more than 5 million cars to date and has won numerous international awards, including in 2013 with World Class Manufacturing (WCM) Gold certification.

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International Trucks offers over-the-air programming for Cummins engines

Green Car Congress

Building on its introduction of over-the-air (OTA) programming for its proprietary engines, International Trucks is now the first truck OEM to offer OTA programming for Cummins engines. International was the first commercial vehicle manufacturer to introduce OTA programming of engine control modules (ECMs).

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‘Stop looking FSD and Tesla,’ says Ford CEO

Teslarati

If you’re looking for the future of the automotive industry, stop looking at FSD and Tesla. Ford Blue focuses on the company’s internal combustion engine while the Model e unit concentrates on top-of-the-line electric cars. In November 2023, Ford dealers were opting out of the Model e EV certification program. Look at Ford Pro.

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China to allow extended sales periods for ICE models based on existing emissions standard, report says

CN EV Post

Price war has been the most talked about topic in China's auto industry this month, and the imminent implementation of a new emissions standard is seen as a major factor. On March 23, China's Auto Dealers Chamber of Commerce (CADCC) called on regulators to delay the implementation of the China 6b emissions standard.

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Ministry of Heavy Industry announced FAME India Phase II scheme extended for 2 years

Electric Vehicles India

Ministry of Heavy Industry announced FAME India Phase II scheme extended for 2 years. If you are an EV manufacturer or EV Dealer or EV Supporter who want to share news related to electric vehicles on our website, please send an email to crm@electricvehicles.in. Read further in detail about FAME India Phase II scheme. .

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Stellantis Continues Snubbing North American Auto Shows

The Truth About Cars

Reports have claimed Stellantis will continue snubbing industry shows located in North America for the foreseeable future, with the Canadian International Auto Show (CIAS) being the next on the list. Stellantis says dealers can decide if they want to make an appearance at subsequent trade events while corporate takes a pass.

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