NOVEMBER 30, 2020

Mercedes-Benz, Geely to Cooperate on New Gasoline Engines

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The automakers plan to jointly develop and produce a new family of gasoline 4-cyls. to be used in future hybrid models from both companies at a factory in China from 2024, according to a German newspaper.

Innovative Gearbox Targets BEVs, Motor Efficiency

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Canadian automotive supplier Inmotive launches a unique two-speed transmission aimed at improving efficiency of battery-electric vehicles.

VW Ups EV Investment; Rivian and Lordstown; EA Hits 500; Texas and U.K. Regs

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VW makes EV investment a larger portion of its total spending, Rivian and Lordstown update on their forthcoming pickups, Electrify America now has 500 open public charging stations and Texas may add an EV fee while the U.K. will pull its ICE ban forward.

OEMs and Their Evolving EV Strategies

John McElroy
It’s too early to say which high-volume automakers have the best EV strategy. But two lessons have emerged so far: Keep your EV strategy flexible and agile, because things are going to change. And make sure you play to your strengths.

Ford Adds EV Powertrain to Transit Van Lineup

The new E-Transit will have the same cargo and interior space as the current Transit work van, and Ford says it worked closely with upfitters to make sure the E-Transit can use the racks, bins and other accessories developed for the gas Transit.

CARB Releases ZEV Credit Results for 2019

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All automakers had a positive credit balance.

Jeep Be Nimble, Jeep Be Quick

With its restored V-8 punch, the ’21 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 can probably jump over the candlestick, too. The 6.4L V-8 produces 470 hp and 470 lb.-ft. of torque.

Auto Tech Check – ’21 Kia Seltos SX Turbo AWD

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The tech in the ’21 Seltos is practical, intuitive and provides good value – and should help Kia continue to make inroads and sales in the compact SUV category.

2021 BMW 4-Series Breathes Life Into Coupe Segment

Test Drive
On a New York test track, the redesigned 4-Series displays its handling acumen, even on a miserably chilly, rainy, autumn day in the Catskills.

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