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Synthetic Data Paves the Way for Self-Driving Cars

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Voroninski: Theres definitely interest in multiple modalities from our customers. Cameras are relatively cheap, while lidar systems are more expensive. And one nice thing about video data, which is definitely still the dominant modality for self-driving, you can train on video data that is not just coming from driving.

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Why the massive influx of Chinese EVs will end in tears | Opinion

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However, that’s mainly thanks to its super-cheap Tiggo 4 Pro SUV ($23,990 drive-away), not an electric car. It seems a little bit strange having so many different brands, but for us the strategy definitely works, said Peter Matkin, Cherys chief engineer. This year so far, Chery’s outselling Honda, BMW and Suzuki.

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Comment on Automakers' share of China's NEV market in Jan: BYD tops with 31%, Tesla 5th with 6% by david k.d.

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A big part of its success is gotten from the fact that it had cheap cars at good prices. If they can manage to gain traction in Europe, they'll definitely increase their margins. BYD's market strategy has always been different from Tesla's. They're also moving up the value chain with Denza, Feng Bao and Yangwang

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Junkyard Find: 1992 Pontiac LeMans SE Aerocoupe

The Truth About Cars

The LeMans was cheap but not that cheap. The build tag on the radiator support definitely shows the N08 code for the SE Aerocoupe. This car nearly reached 200,000 miles during its time on the road, which is excellent for a cheap Daewoo. The early 1990s were a strange time for car decoration.

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Comment on Nio Firefly: New spy shots show more details by Edvin Jacobsson

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Selling cheap cars under NIO's good reputation would be easier and stand out amongst other cheap crappy Chinese cars coming to Europe. I don't know, it's a tricky question, but I definitely think Alps and Firefly would benefit from carrying NIO's brand long term. I have thought about this too, and I think you are mostly right.

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Ranger Raptor embodies Ford means of high-margin, cheap variants

Baua Electric

“It doesn’t cost a lot, but it shows up in additional sales and definitely additional profits.” ” The post Ranger Raptor embodies Ford means of high-margin, cheap variants appeared first on Bauaelectric Auto News.

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2025 MG ZS Hybrid+ Excite Review: Updates to this affordable SUV means the battery now stays charged, but it still left us feeling a little flat

EV Central

In the old days (last year), the MG ZS compact SUV was cheap and cheerful rental fleet fodder, but now its meant to be something that appeals beyond its price. But its definitely still a generation shy of being able to match the best vehicles on offer in this segment. MG ZS Hybrid+ Excite. So, anyway, on with the show. SCORE: 3.0/5

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