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2024 trends in the auto industry promise a focused approach | Autocar Professional

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Localisation in a higher gear As per a SIAM, ACMA and EY localisation study, the total import for the automotive industry as a whole accounted for about Rs 1.13 Mobility solutions, green tech, safety Some industry reports predict the domestic automobile sales volume to grow by a moderate eight to ten percent in FY24.

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The Impact of Gas Price Trends on Vehicle Choice

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When gas prices are on the rise, it had a big impact on the type of vehicles that people were buying. According to a study by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory , there was a shift away from smaller, more fuel-efficient cars toward larger SUVs and trucks. The Cost of Gas Has a Big Impact on Vehicle Choice.

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EV prices nipping at gas-powered vehicle heels with discounts and cheaper options

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Who says electric vehicles are too expensive? New data shows EV prices are nearly the same as gas-powered vehicles. EV prices are closing in on gas-powered vehicles According to Cox Automotive , the average transaction price for an EV was $50,798 at the end of 2023. Tesla led the way after slashing prices all year.

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Volkswagen faces mounting pressure from Tesla and BYD

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Volkswagen faces mounting pressure to keep up with Tesla and Chinese automakers in the transition to battery-electric vehicles (BEVs), and its success in doing so could have major implications. The auto industry is faced with the question of whether and how we will be a global leader in the future,” Baerbock said at the event.

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BYD launches lower-priced version of its Tesla Model 3 rival electric sedan, starting at $25K

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Global EV leader BYD launched a new version of its Seal electric sedan Monday, with starting prices around $25,000 (179,800 yuan). The Seal Honor Edition is BYD’s latest lower-priced EV to roll out, fueling its “liberation battle” against gas-powered cars. In comparison, the Tesla Model 3 starts at 245,900 yuan ($34,100).

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The révolution is on: France has record year in EV sales

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Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com It was a very good year in France for electric cars, for all kinds of reasons – among them, new cheaper cars entering the market supported by generous government subsidies. In 2023, 26% of new cars sold in France were battery electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, a huge 47% jump from 2022.

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Nissan and Honda confirm new EV partnership as they look to play catch up with Tesla, BYD

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The new partnership comes as both automakers (and the Japanese auto industry) quickly fell behind EV leaders like Tesla and BYD. Earlier this year, BYD declared a “liberation battle” against gas-powered cars, slashing EV prices under $10,000 (69,800 yuan). The partnership could include an electric pickup.

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