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AUGUST 10, 2022
Welcome to the  Wednesday, August 10, 2022, edition of WardsAuto Dealer 5. As always, there's plenty of news about the auto sector. We've gathered some of the most notable stories from WardsAuto and other news sources, to ensure you are in the know.

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1.

Making Cars a Happy Place Is Really Hard Work

Ever since cupholders tore the auto industry apart in the 1980s, vehicle cockpits have been a battleground for new technologies and culture wars. Making people happy in cars now is harder than ever. A 2022 MBS panel with representatives from Consumer Reports, Honda and suppliers Continental Automotive and Yanfeng sorts it out.

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2.

In-Car Digital Wallets Ready to Open Up

“Once a vehicle is wired, it opens up a whole bunch of use cases,” says Visa’s Tony Petit.

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3.

Dealers Are Key to Hyundai’s Success

Olabisi Boyle, vice president of Hyundai Motor America, tells 2022 CAR Management Briefing Seminars attendees how the automaker’s communication pipeline fuels innovation.

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4.

How Top-Selling Electric Vehicles Will Be Affected by New Tax Credit

In a big win for Democrats, Senate passage of the Inflation Reduction Act brings the bill to the House, where the bill is expected to pass. If all goes as planned, the legislation could be in front of President Biden to sign in as little as a couple weeks.

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Toyota’s Push for Hydrogen Fuel Cells Over Electric Batteries

Toyota maintains hydrogen-fueled cars not only provide a viable option to BEVs but also support a diverse marketplace. The automaker also points out many current cars could be converted to run on hydrogen, allowing owners to keep their current vehicle.

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