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JULY 08, 2024



Land Rover Defender OCTA Goes After G-Wagen Buyers

Land Rover is introducing a special Defender trim, the OCTA, at the Goodwood Festival of Speed intending to peel off some Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen fans.

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Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for July 8

Legacy Suppliers Key to Tesla 48v System; Renault Pioneers Pouch-To-Pack Tech; EVs & Hybrids Up Strong in U.S.

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Not Enough Copper to Support EV Transition, Study Says

An EV requires three to five times as much copper as an internal-combustion-engine vehicle – not to mention the copper required for upgrades to the electrical grid.

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City 2-Wheeler Running ICE on CNG Revealed

Indian motorcycle brand Bajaj Auto unveils world's first bike powered by compressed natural gas, claiming cheaper and cleaner running.

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WardsAuto Podcast: Talking Infotainment With Market Leader LG Vehicle Solutions

South Korean electronics giant is the market leader in vehicle infotainment, a market that is growing 11.6% a year and should reach $28.3 billion by 2028.

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Volvo Reports June Sales Hike Despite U.S. Dealers' Cyberattack

Automaker's global sales up despite operations shutdown among U.S. dealers and stiff domestic competition in China.

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High-Profile Accidents Raise Safety Concerns for AVs
A series of unfortunate events in 2023 and 2024 caused the AV industry to stumble amid pushback from regulators, the public and investors. Working under reduced budgets, AV companies continue to push development and testing.