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Volkswagen and JAC launch new JV for electric cars for mass market in China; 1st vehicle in 2018

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In the presence of Federal Chancellor Angela Merkel and Chinese Premier Li Keqiang in Berlin, Volkswagen signed a joint venture agreement with the Chinese automaker Anhui Jianghuai Automobile (JAC). It is planned that the new joint venture with JAC should produce its first jointly developed electric vehicle in 2018.

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BMW Group extends aluminum recycling to Dingolfing press shop

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With the introduction of this system, we are strengthening our position as a global aluminum competence center in the company. Around 1,500 automobiles from the BMW 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 series roll off the assembly line every day at the 2.4 In 2018, the plant manufactured a total of almost 330,000 vehicles. automotive plant.

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Porsche and electric hypercar maker Rimac to set up JV incorporating Bugatti

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Bugatti is contributing a tradition-rich brand, iconic products, a loyal customer base and a global dealer organisation to the joint venture. Bugatti Automobiles S.A.S. We already purchased the first shares in Rimac in 2018 and have successively increased our shareholding since then. —Oliver Blum.

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Toyota to debut 2 BEVs, 1 PHEV for US this year; says research shows BEVs & PHEVs have similar environmental benefits

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Between now and 2025, Toyota and Lexus models, globally, will have an electrified option. At every price point and with multiple powertrains, we can put more people in cleaner automobiles across North America to have the greatest near-term impact on total carbon emissions.

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Study finds car dealerships pose significant barrier to EV adoption

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In 126 “mystery shopper” experiences at 82 car dealerships across Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden, the team found that that dealers were dismissive of EVs; misinformed shoppers on vehicle specifications; omitted EVs from the sales conversation; and strongly oriented customers towards gasoline and diesel vehicle options.

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Aslov’s Hyena M1 Electric Scooter Expands to Nepal

Electric Vehicles India

“Aslov Auto’s continuing journey of expanding their brand to more places with the same passion and vision they had at the beginning” Bhopal-based automobile company Aslov Auto is expanding its wings to Nepal. With a keen vision towards last-mile commuting, Aslov Auto was established in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh in 2018.

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Top electric vehicles battery manufacturers in India

Electric Vehicles India

It is a part of the global Panasonic Corporation, the world’s leading manufacturer of audio-visual equipment, home appliances, electronic components, automotive electronics and environmental systems. The Company is a leading manufacturer and supplier of Zinc carbon, Alkaline, Lithium, Rechargeable batteries and lighting products.

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