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Ford partners with Haier, Trina Solar and Delta Electronics to launch MyEnergi Lifestyle in China

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At Consumer Electronics Show Asia, Ford launched a strategic collaboration with Haier (home appliance), Trina Solar (solar power) and Delta Electronics (power management) to introduce MyEnergi Lifestyle ( earlier post ) to China, a holistic approach for lowering the energy costs and carbon footprint of Chinese families.

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Ford to invest $1.8B in R&D in China

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billion) in research and development in China in recognition that Chinese consumers are increasingly driving global innovation. A survey commissioned by Ford found that 45% of Chinese drivers have used their phones, and 31% have sent text messages, while stuck in traffic. Ford Motor plans to invest RMB 11.4 billion (US$1.8

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Kia EV9 and Volvo EX30: Are they 2024’s most important EVs?

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Choosing “best of” or “most important” new cars is always dicey, and doubly so with electric vehicles. Kia EV9: the first mass-market 3-row electric SUV Because it’s a mid-size SUV with three rows of seats, Kia’s next EV—and its largest to date—should be a familiar and appealing product for North American buyers. Now we’ve driven both.

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Kia EV9 and Volvo EX30: Are they 2024’s most important EVs? – Charged EVs

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Choosing “best of” or “most important” new cars is always dicey, and doubly so with electric vehicles. Kia EV9: the first mass-market 3-row electric SUV Because it’s a mid-size SUV with three rows of seats, Kia’s next EV—and its largest to date—should be a familiar and appealing product for North American buyers. Now we’ve driven both.

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