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GM and Honda expanding partnership to codevelop series of affordable EVs in most popular vehicle segments; on sale in 2027

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General Motors and Honda plan to expand the two companies’ relationship by codeveloping a series of affordable electric vehicles based on a new global architecture using next-generation Ultium battery technology. The compact crossover segment is the largest in the world, with annual volumes of more than 13 million vehicles.

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VW Is Shifting EV Investment Dollars to Fund Further ICE Development

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Volkswagen hasn’t given up on its electrification plans, but it plans to shift some of its EV-designated funds to continue developing gas engines. Ford, GM, and others have also backtracked on hybrids, committing to developing new models to satisfy buyers’ desires for more affordable fuel-efficient vehicles instead of expensive EVs.

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GM, Honda announce new partnership to build affordable electric vehicles

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General Motors and Honda have announced a new partnership to develop affordable electric vehicles based on a global platform. “GM By 2027, GM and Honda plan to launch low-priced and affordable electric options, including compact crossover vehicles, officials said.

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Citroen Basalt SUV Coupe unveiled, will launch in 2nd half of 2024

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By: Paarth Khatri | Updated on: 27 Mar 2024, 16:48 PM Citroen Basalt will share its underpinnings with the C3 and C3 Aircross Citroen Basalt will be the most affordable SUV Coupe in India. The new SUV Coupe will first go on sale in India and South America. It is called Basalt and it will go on sale in the second half of 2024.

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Where to Get the Most Bang for Your Buck

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This economic advantage could make far-flung bucket list destinations in Asia, such as Indonesia, Vietnam and Japan, or in South America, like Peru, Argentina and Chile, more accessible than ever before,” she added. praising “destination dupes” in South America. Air service is frequent and affordable.

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Report: Ford CEO Says China Strategy Changing

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Ford has introduced new models specifically designed to cater to Chinese customers. Last month, the company announced the next-generation Lincoln Nautilus for North America would be exported from China, a first for Lincoln. But that the businesses would need to focus on sectors that would yield the highest return on investment.

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NASA’s New Earth Space Mission maps methane ‘super-emitters’

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The new observations stem from the broad coverage of the planet afforded by the space station’s orbit, as well as from EMIT’s ability to scan swaths of Earth’s surface dozens of miles wide while resolving areas as small as a soccer field. Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech.