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FEBRUARY 10, 2025



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Volkswagen Reveals New Entry-Level Electric Model

The new model is part of VW’s strategy to compete in the growing “affordable” EV market against rivals such as Renault as well as Chinese BEVs making inroads in Europe.

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Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for Feb. 10

Nikola Teetering on Bankruptcy; Big Shakeout About to Begin in China; Nio Battery Swapping Almost Profitable

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WardsAuto Podcast: Honda-Nissan Merger and More

In this week’s WardsAuto podcast, we discuss the Honda-Nissan merger, we chat with the North American head of Chrysler and Alfa Romeo and we talk with Gentex’s vice president of engineering about new and interesting tech coming from the Michigan-based supplier.

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Chinese Cars’ Quality Issues May Cost Russian Sales

Analysts say the cost of maintaining a Chinese car after five years of operation exceeds the price of a new vehicle.

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Stellantis Accelerates AI Capabilities for UX and Production

Automaker extends collaboration with French AI specialist hoping to improve in-cabin voice assistant services and boost vehicle production efficiencies.

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Used-BEV Sales Rise But U.K. Incentive Cuts Risk Future Sales, SMMT Says

A healthy used-car sales hike in 2024 includes electrified powertrain vehicles but the ending of consumer incentives could halt that growth, industry group warns.

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FROM AUTOMOTIVE DIVE
Toyota’s Expanded $14B North Carolina EV Battery Plant Ready to Roll
The batteries produced at the facility will be used in hybrids, plug-in hybrids and fully electric vehicles built in North America.