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	MARCH 04, 2024

Apple, BYD Decisions Let U.S. BEV-Makers Breathe a Bit Easier

Consumer electronics giant Apple kills its battery-electric car program and Chinese BEV juggernaut BYD says it will not enter the U.S. market anytime soon.

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CES and The Future of Automotive Connectivity

Technology progresses but consumers are not yet convinced of the value! Insights from the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) reveal that connectivity, cloud computing and networking technologies, such as Auto Ethernet, are not just trends but foundational elements for the future of automotive technology, in particular Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs).

Volkswagen Considering Electric Pickup for U.S. Market

The resurrected Scout brand has been tapped as a partner for the proposed U.S.-produced Volkswagen truck currently under design in Germany.

BYD Expands Euro Lineup, Denies Unfair Subsidies

Chinese electric-vehicle-maker BYD Auto introduces a new supercar and a people-mover van at the Geneva auto show, amidst allegations the company is “dumping” EVs.

HVAC System Boosts BEV Range 70%, College Claims

British university team file patents for its e-Thermal bank designed to create secondary energy source to cope with extreme temperature effects on battery-electric-vehicle range.

Fiat, Jeep Opening Doors to More ICE Powertrains

Stellantis siblings react to slowdown in BEV sales in Europe and the U.S. with a greater focus on ICE and hybrid powertrains.

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The Rise of Cloud-Powered Digital Twins Drives Automotive Innovation & Industry Partnerships

CES highlighted the increasing importance of digital twin technology in the automotive industry, particularly in areas such as design, testing, simulation and feature deployment for vehicles.