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Volkswagen struggles to keep up with EV revolution – more job cuts coming

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Volkswagen, Europe’s largest automaker, is grappling to stay competitive in the electric vehicle market. The CEO of Volkswagen brand cars, Thomas Shafer, recently declared, “We are no longer competitive,” as the company announced additional job cuts. As the automotive industry undergoes a seismic shift towards EVs, Volkswagen is working tirelessly to remain in the race against formidable competitors like Tesla.

With the rapid rise of EVs, Volkswagen finds itself struggling to adapt to the new realities. During a staff meeting, Thomas Shafer highlighted the critical issues faced by the… Read more…

Nissan confirms electric Juke, Leaf replacement among EVs for Europe

Green Car Reports
Nissan will build a Leaf replacement, as well as electric versions of two popular crossovers, in the U.K. for European sales. The Leaf replacement, along with electric Juke and Qashqai crossovers, will be built at Nissan’s Sunderland factory—long the automaker’s hub for European production—and will be inspired by three recent concept… Read more…

Chery and Huawei brand Luxeed shakes up EV market with 855 km range S7, starting at $35k


Luxeed – a young, premium EV brand developed between Chery Automobile and Chinese tech giant Huawei, has shared new details of its flagship sedan, the S7. In a matter of months since first teasing the Tesla Model S competitor, followed by an influx of pre-orders, Chery and Huawei have now shared trim variants, pricing, and of course, range – which tops out at an impressive 855 km. Read more…

Nissan Skyline to be revived as fastback and SUV

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Not often do we get to write about automotive legends such as Skyline, and when we do we approach the subject with the respect the coveted name deserves. The legendary Nissan Skyline, which has carved its name in the annals of automotive history, is set to undergo a remarkable transformation. Nissan is resurrecting the Skyline as a powerful electric fastback and a cutting-edge SUV. Sacrilege for some, but Nissan has done it before.

The Skyline’s journey began in 1969 when it emerged as a result of Nissan’s merger with the Prince Motor Company, the original creator of the Skyline. Over… Read more…

Report: VW’s Scout turns to Magna to develop electric pickup and SUV

Green Car Reports
The Volkswagen Group’s Scout EV brand may outsource development of its upcoming electric pickup truck and SUV to Magna, according to a new report. VW has given Magna Steyr, the division of the automotive supplier that builds the rugged G-Class for Mercedes-Benz in Graz, Austria, an order worth $492 million to develop the models, Automotive News… Read more…