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J.D. Power: quality takes a back seat to innovation as problems reach a record high

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PP100 this year as the market penetration rate grows to 76%. Among mass market brands, Ram (141 PP100) ranks second and Buick (162 PP100) ranks third. Porsche (167 PP100) ranks second and Cadillac (170 PP100) ranks third. The most problematic areas are lane departure warning/lane keeping assistance (7.2

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Volkswagen Group and Tata Motors Ltd. to explore strategic alliance for joint development projects; ŠKODA to lead

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The first step will address topics such as the application of specific market knowledge as well as local development expertise. In the long term, the Volkswagen Group is looking to further expand its product portfolio in the fast-growing emerging markets. That is why we are systematically pursuing our regional growth strategy.

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What is the Combined Charging System (CCS) Standard?

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Seven automotive manufacturers (Audi, BMW, Daimler, Ford, General Motors, Porsche, and Volkswagen) agreed to adopt the combined plug standard, with the first prototype implementation demonstrated in May 2012. CCS1 is also available in Central America, Korea, and Taiwan. However, CCS will not disappear in North America any time soon.

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Volkswagen again reaffirms 20 new PEV models coming across the Group; MEB development

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Positive effects from exchange rates and from the efficiency program were unable to compensate for negative effects arising from the markets in Brazil and Russia as well as from market support measures linked to the emissions issue. billion, Porsche sales revenue exceeded the prior-year figure by 25.2%. year-on-year.

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Volkswagen Group nearly doubles BEV deliveries in 2021 to 452,900 units; 5.1% of total deliveries

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The Group is the European market leader for battery-electric vehicles by a large margin and achieved the second-largest share of the key US market with about 7.5%. Porsche Taycan (incl. Demand for BEVs was even somewhat stronger in Germany, the Group’s home market, where battery-electric vehicles made up 11.4% 4: 119,600.

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Honda reveals radical new electric Saloon concept at CES 2024 | Autocar Professional

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Representing a ground-up overhaul of the Japanese brand’s approach to electric car development and majoring on efficiency, engagement, spaciousness and autonomy, the new models will be sold in global markets including Europe, following a launch in the US.

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Volkswagen Group sells 9.24 million vehicles in 2023, BEV share increases to 8.3% | Autocar Professional

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All regions contributed to this growth, with Europe (+19.7%) and North America (+17.9%) being the main drivers. China, the Group’s largest single market, grew by 1.6% despite a challenging market environment. “We are pleased with the market success of our strong brands and models. compared to 6.9% after 7.0%