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Daimler and Geely Holding form global JV for smart; new generation of electric models

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We will jointly design and develop the next generation of smart electric cars that combine high-quality production and known safety standards for sale both in China and globally. In the future, we are looking forward to working with all partners to sustain our success in China and worldwide. Future production will be located in China.

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JATO: global vehicle sales fall by 39% in March; electrified vehicles up to 17.4% new registration market share in Europe

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With the pandemic spreading across the globe, strict lockdowns in key markets, combined with consumer panic and economic uncertainty, have all contributed to the huge decrease in sales last month. The industry is being impacted largely by the uncertainty for the future, and this issue started to arise even before the pandemic took hold.

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