Autoline Daily 2022: Top Industry News for Sept. 12

EVs Catching On Faster Than Expected; Russia Threatens EU Industrial Base; Ford Tells Dealers To Slash Costs

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Mercedes-Benz Vans, Rivian Plan Battery-Electric Van JV

The partnership envisions a joint venture manufacturing company to operate a factory in Europe producing large electric vans for both Mercedes Benz Vans and Rivian, starting within a “few years,” the companies say.

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Honda, GM, Toyota Ramping Up U.S. Battery Production

Ultium Cells, a joint venture between General Motors and Korea’s LG Energy Solution, says its new battery-cell plant in Ohio has started operations.

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2022 Wards 10 Best Interiors & UX Winner: Rivian R1T

Wards 10 Best Interiors and UX Winner
This video clip highlighting the Rivian R1T was played during the recent ceremony celebrating the 2022 winners. Wards 10 Best winner profile videos will post during the next several weeks.

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Global Automotive M&A Ventures and Why Brands are Vital for Success

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"Global Automotive M&A Ventures and Why Brands are Vital for Success". What is driving M&A deals; why is this important from a brand perspective; what is brand equity; and what are important financial elements to get right in an M&A deal? GlobalAutoIndustry.com's Ron Hesse talks with Chris Bowers, CEO and Agency Principal of London and Detroit-based CMB Automotive Marketing.

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Autonomous Insurance: How Future-Ready are insurers?

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With connected and autonomous vehicles set to change the insurance liability paradigm away from human drivers, this article examines whether insurers and automakers are really ready for a driverless future.

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EA Aims to Ease Charger Confusion; Leaf’s V2G Charger; Voting for Superchargers

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New labeling is part of Electrify America’s plan to educate public charger users, while Nissan, Tesla and Kia make charging news as well.

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