Topic: vehicle production
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Honda Revives Acura RDX as a Next-Gen Hybrid
Honda is launching a next-generation hybrid Acura RDX and an all-electric Acura RSX this year, marking a strategic shift towards electrification. The company has adjusted its EV roadmap, discontinuing some models and delaying others, in response to cooling market demand and a new focus on balanci...
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Sony-Honda Afeela EV Arrives Late 2026
The Sony-Honda Afeela 1 electric sedan is scheduled for a U.S. launch in late 2026 at a starting price of $90,000, with the company also revealing an SUV concept for potential production by 2028. The vehicle emphasizes Sony's entertainment and technology, featuring a panoramic dashboard screen, a...
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Tesla's Sales Surge May Be Short-Lived
Tesla's quarterly sales increased due to a temporary surge in demand for the $7,500 federal EV tax credit before its expiration, with 497,099 vehicles delivered. The company faces declining international sales, particularly in Europe and China, and a production drop of 5 percent compared to the p...
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Volvo's Major Expansion Plans for South Carolina Factory
Volvo is expanding its South Carolina factory as part of its strategy to transition to a fully electric lineup by 2040, reinforcing its commitment to the U.S. market. The plant, which now produces the all-electric EX90 SUV and Polestar 3 after ending S60 sedan production, is operating below its 1...
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Honda Axes Acura ZDX EV Amid Broader Rollback
Honda has canceled the Acura ZDX EV, reflecting an industry trend of scaling back electrification plans due to shifting consumer demand and market conditions. The ZDX, developed with General Motors, offered a 325-mile range and was discontinued despite production preparations to better align the ...
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Sony's Electric Crossover: Spot the New Differences
Sony Honda Mobility has begun production of the Afeela 1 electric sedan, with initial deliveries in California this year, and has unveiled a new crossover model, signaling a commitment to a diverse lineup. The venture evolved from Sony's initial Vision-S concept, a technology showcase, into a ser...
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Rivian's Bold Autonomy Plan: Custom Chips, Lidar, Robotaxi Vision
Rivian announced a major push into autonomous driving, unveiling plans for new custom hardware and software with a long-term vision that includes entering the robotaxi market to compete with leaders like Tesla. A key product is the "Universal Hands-Free" driver-assistance system launching in earl...
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Tesla's 'Affordable' EVs Are Stripped-Down Model 3 and Y
Tesla has launched more affordable Model 3 and Model Y Standard versions, starting at $38,640 and $41,600 respectively, with deliveries beginning in December 2025 to attract a broader audience. These models feature cost-cutting reductions, including omitted amenities like panoramic roofs and adva...
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Explosion, Vehicle Fire Shut Down Faraday Future HQ
An electric SUV from Faraday Future caught fire and exploded at its Los Angeles headquarters, causing damage to a building but resulting in no injuries, with the fire department extinguishing the blaze within 40 minutes. The incident led to a "red tag" on the damaged structure, deeming it unsafe,...
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Pony.ai to Triple Robotaxi Fleet by 2026
Pony.ai plans to triple its robotaxi fleet to over 3,000 vehicles by the end of 2026, expanding from its current operations in major Chinese cities and internationally through partnerships. The company reported a 72% year-over-year revenue increase to $25.4 million in Q3, driven by robotaxi servi...
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