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Renault-Nissan jointly developing new vehicle program for growth markets; CMF-A for affordability

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The program, internally named CMF-A, covers the most affordable category of cars in the Common Module Family (CMF, earlier post ), Renault-Nissan’s modular system of vehicle architecture. At that announcement, the companies said that CMF will gradually be extended to Renault and Nissan ranges between 2013 and 2020. —Carlos Ghosn.

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The USAF Pairs Piloted Jets With AI Drones

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Many countries are now pursuing the concept, among them Russia, China, India, Japan, Australia, and the United States. Isn’t millions of dollars still a lot of money, compared to the drones now flying over Russia and Ukraine, some reportedly made of cardboard? Together, they might overpower enemy fighters in a dogfight. Now the U.S.

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Tesla adds several new languages to UI, including Hindi in preparation for India launch

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However, hefty import taxes, which would effectively double the price of the vehicle, would apply to Tesla’s cars, taking them out of the affordability range for most people.

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How EV adoption is soaring in unlikely circumstances, and what could make it better

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Tesla, for example, axed the $35,000 Standard Range+ Model 3 , and its most affordable vehicle now starts at well over $40,000. Rivian was forced to push prices upward due to materials costs soaring after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and these examples are just two of many. Price Parity and the EV Tax Credit.

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Hyundai Motor Strategy 2025 lays out transition into smart mobility solution provider

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Hyundai’s plans for Smart Mobility Device include a wide range of product groups beyond automobiles such as Personal Air Vehicle (PAV), robotics, and last-mile mobility. In Europe and Russia, where the service industry is mature, the company will first focus on businesses that combine products and services.

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Global WorldAutoSteel Project Presents Interim Results of FutureSteelVehicle (FSV) Phase 2 Project for Low GHG Body Structure for Electrified Vehicles

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General results included: New benchmark in weight reduction achieved through Advanced High-Strength Steel optimized structures, enabling powertrain downsizing for affordable electrified vehicles. Portfolio of innovative steel solutions that apply to full range of electrified or internal combustion engine vehicles. Kobe Steel, Ltd.

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VW Chief Executive Says Company Will Introduce EVs Based on the Up! New Small Family in 2013; Cautions Against Electro-Hype

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Within a decade, he added, Volkswagen wants to offer significant numbers of pure electric cars at affordable prices and with the range expected by customers. The everyday, affordable and safe electric car for everyone is feasible. Martin Winterkorn said that Volkswagen would introduce its first electric vehicles based on the up!

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