Top Stories
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Featured Interview
Cox Automotive’s Flying Doctor Program leads the charge in EV integration and safety – Brandon Carter
It is critical that EV batteries are safe and well-managed, especially as EV adoption ramps up. Cox Automotive has created a new ‘Flying Doctor Program’ designed to address emergency battery-related incidents at dealerships and on the road. In the latest episode of Inside Automotive, host Shyann Malone is joined by Brandon Carter, Cox Automotive’s engineering manager, to further elaborate on the program. Watch the full segment here.
For Dealers
Lear Corporation’s acquisition showcases the industry’s use of robotics and AI for efficiency and innovation
Welcome back to the latest episode of The Future of Automotive on CBT News, where we put recent automotive and mobility news into the context of the broader themes impacting the industry. I’m Steve Greenfield from Automotive Ventures, and I’m glad that you could join us. Watch more here.
Weekly roundup
Automotive weekly roundup: Bill aims to nullify EV tax credit, VP auto suppliers grant, Stellantis UAW members vote to strike over safety concerns
Earlier this week: Republicans proposed an IRA bill to repeal the U.S. EV tax credit, which would give China an advantage in EV production. Vice President Kamala Harris announced $100 million in federal grants for automotive suppliers, accelerating the industry’s transition toward EVs. UAW members at Stellantis’ Michigan plant have voted to strike if negotiations between the company’s leaders and union officials fail to resolve safety issues. American Hyundai and Kia have settled to pay roughly $330k for legally repossessing military personnel vehicles. Reuters reported the SEC is investigating Tesla for misleading investors and consumers about its FSD technology. France Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire invited BYD to build a factory in France. Read More
