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New VW Group CEO: “swift and relentless clarification” of emissions scandal; technical solution to be presented to authorities

Green Car Congress

We will keep our customers constantly informed about the measures and arrange workshop appointments. ”. Bring Audi, Porsche, and other brands to the fore. We cannot afford to jeopardize this strong position now. At the same time, though, we cannot afford to economize on the future. Focus on passenger safety.

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2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE 300 SUV review: This five-door five-seat electric SUV is right in the zone … until you get to the price

EV Central

Here we’re testing the most affordable model, the $134,900 (plus on-road costs) EQE 300 SUV. The logical opposition for the EQE SUV include the Audi Q8 e-tron , BMW iX and Lexus RZ450e. Service plans start at $2240 for three workshop visits, rise to $3525 for four and $4085 for five. There’s also an EQE sedan on offer.

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The EV Transition Explained: Reshaping Labor Markets

Cars That Think

The automaker has already begun idling auto plants and is warning of future closures to pay for its transition to EVs and to try to keep EV prices affordable. For example, Daimler AG and Audi reportedly have eliminated 20,000 jobs, while auto supplier Bosch will be laying off 1,000 workers in a move to support vehicle electrification.

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