CES 2025: Software-Defined Vehicles Drive Industry Shift, Impacting Consumer Choices
CES 2025 showcased software-defined vehicles (SDVs) with AI integration, impacting consumer choices as Deloitte's study reveals 54% of U.S. consumers would switch brands for better value, while nearly 70% want connected cars under $50,000.
CES 2025: Software-Defined Vehicles Drive Industry Shift, Impacting Consumer Choices
CES 2025 showcased software-defined vehicles (SDVs) with AI integration, impacting consumer choices as Deloitte's study reveals 54% of U.S. consumers would switch brands for better value, while nearly 70% want connected cars under $50,000.
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Hyundai Motor Group Invests Record $16.7 Billion Amidst Economic Uncertainty
Faced with weak domestic sales and U.S. trade uncertainty, South Korea's Hyundai Motor Group announced a record ₩24.3 trillion ($16.7 billion) investment to bolster competitiveness, allocating ₩11.5 trillion to R&D for next-generation technologies and ₩12 trillion to expand electric vehicle producti...
Hyundai Motor Group Invests Record $16.7 Billion Amidst Economic Uncertainty
Faced with weak domestic sales and U.S. trade uncertainty, South Korea's Hyundai Motor Group announced a record ₩24.3 trillion ($16.7 billion) investment to bolster competitiveness, allocating ₩11.5 trillion to R&D for next-generation technologies and ₩12 trillion to expand electric vehicle producti...
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44% Bias Score
European EV Sales to Rebound in 2024, but 2030 Targets Remain Ambitious
European electric vehicle sales, after a slight decline in 2023, are expected to increase to 2.7 million units in 2024, driven by new models, lower prices, and stricter EU CO2 targets; however, achieving the EU's 80% market share goal by 2030 faces challenges due to high prices and a lack of afforda...
European EV Sales to Rebound in 2024, but 2030 Targets Remain Ambitious
European electric vehicle sales, after a slight decline in 2023, are expected to increase to 2.7 million units in 2024, driven by new models, lower prices, and stricter EU CO2 targets; however, achieving the EU's 80% market share goal by 2030 faces challenges due to high prices and a lack of afforda...
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Used Vehicle Prices to Stabilize in 2025
Cox Automotive forecasts used vehicle wholesale prices to increase by 1.4% in 2025, stabilizing after significant drops following pandemic-inflated prices; the average listing price in December was $25,565, down 3% year-over-year; used vehicle sales are expected to increase by 1% to 37.8 million in ...
Used Vehicle Prices to Stabilize in 2025
Cox Automotive forecasts used vehicle wholesale prices to increase by 1.4% in 2025, stabilizing after significant drops following pandemic-inflated prices; the average listing price in December was $25,565, down 3% year-over-year; used vehicle sales are expected to increase by 1% to 37.8 million in ...
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European Automakers Form Tesla-Led Alliance to Avoid EU Emission Fines
To avoid billions in EU emission fines for 2025, Stellantis, Toyota, Ford, Mazda, and Subaru plan a Tesla-led alliance to jointly account for emissions, while Volkswagen and Renault remain outside the deal due to lagging EV technology and market position.
European Automakers Form Tesla-Led Alliance to Avoid EU Emission Fines
To avoid billions in EU emission fines for 2025, Stellantis, Toyota, Ford, Mazda, and Subaru plan a Tesla-led alliance to jointly account for emissions, while Volkswagen and Renault remain outside the deal due to lagging EV technology and market position.
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52% Bias Score
Volkswagen and XPENG Partner to Build China's Largest EV Fast-Charging Network
Volkswagen and XPENG are partnering to build a fast-charging network with over 20,000 charging points in 420 Chinese cities, leveraging China's nine-year lead in NEV production and sales to bolster Volkswagen's EV market competitiveness.
Volkswagen and XPENG Partner to Build China's Largest EV Fast-Charging Network
Volkswagen and XPENG are partnering to build a fast-charging network with over 20,000 charging points in 420 Chinese cities, leveraging China's nine-year lead in NEV production and sales to bolster Volkswagen's EV market competitiveness.
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40% Bias Score
Stellantis Prioritizes U.S. Market Share Regain in 2024
Stellantis, facing declining U.S. sales since 2018, aims to regain market share in 2024 by improving dealer relations, offering incentives, and launching new products; its U.S. market share fell from 12.6% in 2019 to 9.6% in 2023.
Stellantis Prioritizes U.S. Market Share Regain in 2024
Stellantis, facing declining U.S. sales since 2018, aims to regain market share in 2024 by improving dealer relations, offering incentives, and launching new products; its U.S. market share fell from 12.6% in 2019 to 9.6% in 2023.
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48% Bias Score
US to Ban Chinese Vehicles Over Security Concerns
The US will ban Chinese vehicles and related software by 2027 (software) and 2029 (hardware) to address national security concerns, impacting the US automotive market and US-China relations.
US to Ban Chinese Vehicles Over Security Concerns
The US will ban Chinese vehicles and related software by 2027 (software) and 2029 (hardware) to address national security concerns, impacting the US automotive market and US-China relations.
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60% Bias Score
Trump's Policies Cast Uncertainty on Electric Vehicle Market Growth
S&P Global Mobility projects 15.1 million global electric vehicle sales in 2025, a 30% increase, but a potential Trump presidency could significantly alter this projection due to changes in US tax incentives and the threat of import tariffs.
Trump's Policies Cast Uncertainty on Electric Vehicle Market Growth
S&P Global Mobility projects 15.1 million global electric vehicle sales in 2025, a 30% increase, but a potential Trump presidency could significantly alter this projection due to changes in US tax incentives and the threat of import tariffs.
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48% Bias Score
EU Emission Pool: Stellantis Joins, Volkswagen Debates, Industry Faces Billions in Penalties
Several European automakers, including Mercedes-Benz and unexpectedly Stellantis, joined an emissions pool to meet stricter EU emission standards, while others like Volkswagen are debating participation; analysts estimate a €300 million compensation for Volvo Cars, but the EU remains firm on its cli...
EU Emission Pool: Stellantis Joins, Volkswagen Debates, Industry Faces Billions in Penalties
Several European automakers, including Mercedes-Benz and unexpectedly Stellantis, joined an emissions pool to meet stricter EU emission standards, while others like Volkswagen are debating participation; analysts estimate a €300 million compensation for Volvo Cars, but the EU remains firm on its cli...
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48% Bias Score
UK Confirms 2030 Ban on New Petrol and Diesel Cars
The UK government confirms a 2030 ban on new petrol and diesel car sales, reversing a previous delay to 2035 and launching a consultation to address industry and consumer concerns, aiming for a 100% zero-emission vehicle market by 2035.
UK Confirms 2030 Ban on New Petrol and Diesel Cars
The UK government confirms a 2030 ban on new petrol and diesel car sales, reversing a previous delay to 2035 and launching a consultation to address industry and consumer concerns, aiming for a 100% zero-emission vehicle market by 2035.
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Chinese EVs Disrupt Global Auto Industry
The global auto industry is undergoing a dramatic restructuring due to the rise of Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers, forcing established automakers to contend with increased competition, shrinking profits, and the need for strategic adaptation.
Chinese EVs Disrupt Global Auto Industry
The global auto industry is undergoing a dramatic restructuring due to the rise of Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers, forcing established automakers to contend with increased competition, shrinking profits, and the need for strategic adaptation.
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56% Bias Score