Autoline Daily 2023: Top Industry News for Jan. 18

Corvette Reveals E-Ray; EV Drivers Need to Pay More Road Fees; Tesla Staged Self-Driving Promotion Video

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Canadian Union Looks to Tap Into Detroit Three Profits

Given the profitability of Detroit’s three automakers, Unifor is eyeing economic improvements for its 23,000 auto-sector members in new contracts with General Motors, Ford and Stellantis, says Lana Payne, the new president of Canada’s largest private-sector union.

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AI Gets Boost in Continental’s Latest Partnership

Continental is connecting with Silicon Valley-based Ambarella combining Ambarella’s computer vision know-how, system-on-chip and software modules with Continental’s software and hardware expertise and broad portfolio of automotive system solutions.

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Volvo Brings Back RWD for Latest BEVs

From TU Automotive
Volvo is returning to its roots by launching new rear-wheel drive models to its line-up for the first time in 25 years.

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FreeWire Talks Benefits of Battery-Backed Chargers, Why Fed Funding Isn’t Holy Grail

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The company’s DC fast chargers have batteries integrated into the unit, to lessen energy demands at a site. Site preparation for traditional DCFCs can require a megawatt or more of power be brought to a location.

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