FEBRUARY 20, 2019

EV Startups Better Bring Something New to The Party

IdeaXchange | John McElroy
Tesla is succeeding because it’s doing so many things that give it a competitive advantage. Most EV startups coming to market now are not doing anything new.

Autoline Daily 2019: Top Industry News for Feb. 20

Alfa Pumps Brakes on New Models; Toyota Dropping Prius c; Ford Gets Out of Heavy Trucks in Brazil

Mercedes-Benz Reveals Celebratory SLC Final Edition

Mercedes-Benz’s decision to discontinue the SLC roadster comes after falling sales and dwindling profits in the premium roadster segment.

Toyota Thailand Edges Toward Electrification

Toyota doesn’t see the Thai market as being ready for battery-electric vehicles because of the scarcity of charging stations. The automaker for now is focusing on plug-in hybrids, which are being offered government incentives albeit at a lower rate than BEVs.

Audi’s Electric SUV Goes on Sale in U.K.

In the U.K., Audi says the new 5-seat SUV will be followed by at least 11 more all-electric Audi models by 2025.

Mercedes Updates AMG Performance Division’s SL

Set to make its public debut at the upcoming 2019 Geneva auto show, the SL Grand Edition is planned to go on sale in the U.S. next month.

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