AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoWorkforce Restructuring: Volkswagen confirmed plans to cut 19,000 jobs in Germany by end-2026, as part of a bigger push to eliminate 28,000 roles by 2030 amid weak EV demand and costly electrification. Connected-Car Rules: Ford and other automakers are seeking U.S. government licenses to keep selling China-built models after new connected-vehicle limits on Chinese software. Recall Watch: Ford recalled 250,000 Focus SUVs (2012-2018) after incorrect prior repairs could let engines stall unexpectedly; dealers will issue a software update. New Models in India: Mercedes launched the S450-e plug-in hybrid in India with up to 115 km electric range and 435 hp. Hyundai i20 Update: Hyundai revealed the next i20 for Brazil with new platform updates and expectations of 48V mild/strong hybrid options. EV Tech & Energy: BMW hit 2 million fully electric vehicles and is expanding bidirectional charging/V2H plans with SOLARWATT. Battery Strategy: GM is betting on sodium-ion batteries for grid-scale storage and vehicle-to-grid power. Motorsport: Toyota’s Le Mans win and Mercedes/F1 penalty drama keep racing headlines hot. Safety & Crime: Multiple serious road incidents involving BMWs and other vehicles led to arrests and hospitalizations, including a fatal police collision. Tech in Cars: Tesla Cybercab specs surfaced in an EPA filing, but key questions remain about pricing and autonomy.
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