AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoGM’s Strategic Shift: General Motors reported $50 billion in third-quarter revenue and higher profit, even as U.S. sales fell about 6%. It plans to add hybrids as Toyota gains ground, while expanding OnStar with AI features and targeting eyes-off driving. Connected Cars: Spotify and Audi launched a native in-car app in select models, letting drivers stream without phone tethering. Industry Investment: Canada and Ontario announced a $9-billion support plan for steel and auto industries, including $2.5 billion over two years for major automotive projects. Safety Alerts: Toyota is recalling about 106,000 Land Cruiser hybrids over a fuel-leak fire risk; Volkswagen recalled nearly 73,000 EVs over faulty batteries. New Technology: Toyota plans to test a hydrogen fuel-cell Hilux at the Dakar Rally, while Hyundai Mobis aims to begin domestic automotive-chip production by 2029. Market Moves: BYD’s updated Seagull EV launched in China with a claimed range of up to 420 kilometres.
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