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Report: HEMI V8 Engine Production Resumes In Michigan This Summer

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Originally developed when the Chrysler legacy brands were still being operated under the purview of Daimler-Benz, the HEMI motors saw continued improvements under Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA). This changed following the FCA-PSA Group merger that formed Stellantis. Having to pay more for a larger engine makes sense.

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LIVE BLOG: Tesla Q1 2024 earnings call

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“We’re putting the ‘auto’ in automobile,” Musk said. ” 17:00 CDT – A question is asked about Tesla’s affordable car. He notes that the launch of Tesla’s new models is being expedited, which includes a more affordable car. Tesla is an AI company.” Musk refused to answer. .

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Tesla Model Y overtakes Model 3 in April Global EV sales, Model 3 #1 in 2021

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Combine this with affordability, and the Model Y is one of the most appealing automobiles on the market today. In April, the Model Y accumulated 16,232 registrations, according to the EV Sales Blog , a website that tracks global electric vehicle sales. Credit: EV Sales Blog. Credit: EV Sales Blog.

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2027 Slate Truck Previewed: Both Inspired And Inane

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That would seem to indicate it doesn't have a modem of its own and that is an extremely appealing prospect during a period where the user interface on many new automobiles has become downright invasive and unpleasant. A subset of America has been asking for simple and affordable vehicles using less tech for years.

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China’s BYD Going Big Mode in South Africa

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In terms of automobiles, Western markets have also presented obstacles to the Chinese incursion. The United States has done what it can to make importing Chinese automobiles exceptionally difficult, even as it’s been threatening stiff tariffs upon other countries. But that would still make owning an EV potentially challenging.

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Tesla Model 3 claims top spot in February global EV sales, Model Y takes third

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The EV Sales Blog says the Model 3 was registered 28,014 times in February, beating the Wuling HongGuang Mini EV by just under 8,000 units. Still, they won’t get standard features like air conditioning, which will increase the automobile’s cost by varying amounts depending on the addition. Credit: EV Sales Blog.

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How Are We Feeling About The Automotive Market These Days?

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So weve ended up with larger, heavier, and more-expensive vehicles with levels of complexity that were previously unheard of leaving some buyers scratching their heads or simply too poor to afford even the cheapest new vehicles presently available. Weve covered how regular people cannot sustain modern vehicle pricing in the past.

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