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WardsAuto Daily

AUGUST 4, 2022

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VinFast VF 8 Needs More Vim

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VinFast’s VF 8 is a solid battery-electric CUV, but needs some improvements in propulsion before it’s ready for prime time in the U.S. market.

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Autoline Daily 2022: Top Industry News for Aug. 4

Most EVs Won’t Qualify for Federal Credit; Counterfeit Parts on the Rise; Lucid Cuts Production Forecast in Half

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The Best Sourcing Strategy for BEVs? It’s Complicated

CAR Management Briefing Seminars
Whether to design and build in-house or rely on suppliers depends very much on each OEM’s market position. Volkswagen and Faraday Future highlight the two sides to the debate.

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Half of U.S. Market by 2030 Tough Challenge for BEVs

CAR Management Briefing Seminars
The current market share of BEVs in the U.S. is only 5.5%, says John Bozzella, CEO of the Alliance for Automotive Innovation. “So to get to 50% by 2030, a lot has to change.”

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Investors Watch for Startup Red Flags

CAR Management Briefing Seminars
“Investors are very aware of the shortcomings of some startups,” says Ricardo’s Jeffrey Nichols.

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VinFast VF 8

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VinFast plans to begin deliveries of its VF 8 CUVs in the U.S. market in late 2022, with a starting price of $40,700, plus battery subscription fee.

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From ADAS to Autonomy

CAR Management Briefing Seminars
Moving from ADAS to Level 4 autonomy is a major step forward rather than an evolutionary path because of the sensors, AI and edge computing required to replace human capabilities, CAR MBS panelists say.

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In-Car Navigation to go the Same Way as Maps

From TU Automotive
Like paper maps, the current versions of in-car navigational aids will seem quaint before long.

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