How an AI sales agent drove 13% conversion for a major EV brand
Every automotive website has the same problem. Thousands of visitors browse, and fewer than 3% ever take action. For EV brands, the problem is worse. Buyers carry anxieties that a...
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EVs & Technology
Dealers brace for glut of used EVs as lease returns set to double
On the Dash:
Over a million off-lease EVs will flood the used market by 2028, pressuring prices.
Automakers face losses as returned vehicles sell below projected residual value
It could...
Hyundai’s profit drops 24% as tariffs, weak global demand persistÂ
On the Dash:
Tariffs remain a major risk to profitability, even with reduced rates, affecting pricing and margins.
Hybrid and SUV demand in the U.S. continues to outperform, signaling stable...
Autonomous future back in focus as Waymo expands, Uber reinvests billions
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.
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Tesla ramps up AI spending to $25B, signals near-term cash pressure
On the Dash:
Tesla’s pivot to AI and autonomy signals long-term disruption but near-term margin pressure across the EV segment.
Increased competition and pricing pressure highlight the importance of value...
Rivian begins R2 production, taking aim at traditional dealerships
On the Dash:
Rivian has begun building the R2, with first customer deliveries expected this spring.
The R2 is Rivian's first vehicle designed to compete in the mainstream market.
Rivian's...
More drivers turn to EV rentals as gas prices top $4
On the Dash:
EV rentals are surging at Hertz and Turo as gas prices top $4 a gallon nationwide.
The conflict in Iran has pushed U.S. gas prices up more...
Sony-Honda EV venture scales back, AFEELA model cancelled
On the Dash:
Sony and Honda scale back Sony Honda Mobility after scrapping plans for the AFEELA vehicle.
Nearly all joint venture employees were reassigned to parent companies or affiliates.
...
Stellantis, Microsoft deepen alliance to supercharge AI and cybersecurity capabilitiesÂ
On the Dash:
Stellantis’ partnership signals a faster rollout of connected-vehicle features and software-driven services across brands
AI integration is expected to improve development speed, validation, and vehicle performance throughout...
Ford creates unified product organization to accelerate EV, software rollout
On the Dash:
A portfolio refresh signals a consistent pipeline of updated trucks and electrified models through 2029.
Expanded software and OTA capabilities will increase focus on digital services and...
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