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Production of Stellantis's conventional vans will be transferred to a facility in France."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"This blow to the U.K.’s auto industry follows calls by Nissan, the country’s biggest volume BEV manufacturer, for an urgent relaxation of the government’s targets for automakers to sell BEVs despite slowing consumer demand."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"Currently, automakers in the U.K. are selling just over 18% of their overall output as BEVs and could face huge fines if they do not meet the government’s targets of 22% by the end of this year and 28% by the end of 2025."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"Three U.K. manufacturing auto groups this week told government ministers that proposed fines for missing BEV targets under the Zero Emissions Vehicles (ZEV) mandate could cripple the domestic industry. Proposed fines total £15,000 ($18,836) per non-BEV sold."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"The industry’s representative body, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) says weak demand for BEVs and the requirement to fulfill sales quotas would cost carmakers £6 billion ($7.53 billion) in 2024 alone, “with the potential for devastating impacts on business viability and jobs”."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"Mike Hawes, SMMT chief executive, adds: “We need an urgent review of the automotive market and the regulation intended to drive it. Not because we want to water down any commitments, but because delivery matters more than notional targets. The industry is hurting; profitability and viability are in jeopardy and jobs are on the line. When the world changes, so must we. 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That’s according to Ipsos survey sources which also indicate that 92% of respondents prefer their own vehicles to get around."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"It’s a car-centric world, says Gordon, Ipsos’s director-U.S. automotive and mobility."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"“There is interest in mobility options but we’re not seeing much growth,” he says. “We’ve heard before that personal vehicles are in trouble, but we’re not seeing that.”"}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"There’s a “cautiously optimistic” future for alternative mobility, but for now, personal vehicles still reign, he says."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"Slocum adds: “Our current mobility options are far from perfect. Only 60% of surveyed people are satisfied with their ability to get around.”"}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"text":"Take Your Pick"}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"Options include ride-hailing services such as Uber and Lyft, which have become popular in populated areas but are nonexistent in many less-populated areas. "}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"Walking is an alternative for relatively short trips. Even so, some survey respondents call many urban areas “pedestrian unfriendly.”"}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"Electric scooters are another option, yet some cities (including San Francisco, New York and Honolulu) ban or restrict them as public-safety threats. "}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"Then there are bicycles. They are among the most popular forms of alternative mobility. But they’re not so hot when winter hits snowbelt states. Sunbelt places like Florida are another story, though intense heat can prompt riders to abandon them."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"Mass transit? It moves millions of urbanites from here to there. But not every city has a subway or bus system. “My city of 500,000 people does not have a bus system,” says an Ipsos survey participant."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"Car-sharing companies such as Zipcar were once heralded as potential game-changers. But Ipsos ranks car sharing as dead last (11%) among surveyed people’s mobility preferences."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":" “Cars do too many things well for them to be completely abandoned,” Gordon says."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"text":"The I-Hate-Cars Crowd"}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"Even so, some people disdain automobiles, says Jackson, author of a 2024 book, “Dude, Where’s My Flying Car?”"}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"“Rabid environmentalists are working on policy positions to get people out of cars,” he says. “They cite quality of life. We all want that. But to me, quality of life involves cars.”"}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"He notes that many cities have converted vehicular traffic lanes to bicycle lanes. He’s all for designated bike lanes, but he wants them separate from main roads, not part of them."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"“I don’t want to be biking down Broadway Avenue (a major Denver thoroughfare) even if there’s a bike lane,” says Jackson, who bicycles up to 4,000 miles (6,400 km) a year."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"Leaders of some cities, such as New York, are considering charging a toll for motorists entering Manhattan. London has a similar system in place to reduce traffic congestion. Some urban areas have cut down on the number of available parking places. "}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"Jackson deems those acts as misguided."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"“My concern is that (such fees) will hurt a lot of big-city offerings like restaurants, nightlife and cultural events,” he says. “If people from the suburbs have a hard time getting into a city, they won’t go.” "}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"In his book on so-called flying cars (which don’t look like conventional cars), he says about 200 companies are working on developing them."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":" They will include collision-avoidance systems and the ability to take off and land vertically."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"“The sky is the new frontier of mobility,” Jackson says."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"He foresees flying cars in commercial operation by early next decade, initially as taxis."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"“Add them to the mobility list,” he says."}]}],"mobileHeadline":"Mobility Options Hit a Speed Bump","articleUrl":"/retail/mobility-options-hit-a-speed-bump","listPageUrl":"/retail/mobility-options-hit-a-speed-bump","linkAttrs":{},"date":"Nov 26, 2024","timeRead":4,"categoryName":"Retail","categoryUrl":"/dealers/retail","contributors":[{"name":"Steve Finlay","avatar":"https://eu-images.contentstack.com/v3/assets/blt7121b6ec5c11097b/blt29fd40cef12ab2e0/66197af2a1c1dcc7a1657e72/steve-finlay-column-photo.jpg","link":"/author/steve-finlay"}],"paidGating":{"paidContent":false,"paidProductTaxonomy":[]}}},{"type":"contentPreview","data":{"contentType":"Article","variant":"card-horizontal","layoutVariant":"horizontal","thumbnail":{"src":"https://eu-images.contentstack.com/v3/assets/blt7121b6ec5c11097b/blt540f07f146d985f6/673cd78bf59c33991983584c/Used_cars_refinancing_(Getty).jpg","alt":""},"articleName":"Industry Voices | Navigating the 2025 Auto Loan Refinancing Bump","articleSummary":"As consumers become aware of the opportunity to lower their monthly payments, lenders should prepare for an increase in refinancing requests. This trend is likely to gain momentum in early 2025.","articleBody":[{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"As we approach 2025, the auto lending landscape is poised for a significant shift, driven by the Federal Reserve’s interest rate reductions in the latter half of 2024. These rate cuts are expected to sow the seeds for a bump in auto loan refinancing activity, presenting both opportunities and challenges for lenders in the coming year."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"A "},{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"link","attrs":{"href":"https://www.autofinancenews.net/allposts/risk-management/refi-demand-rising-as-consumers-say-auto-loans-are-financial-strain/?utm_source=Auto+Finance+News\u0026utm_campaign=c60dede652-AFN+Daily+Alert\u0026utm_medium=email\u0026utm_term=0_01ace0121c-c60dede652-16268585\u0026mc_cid=c60dede652\u0026mc_eid=ae465c109d","target":"_self","rel":null,"class":null}}],"text":"September survey"},{"type":"text","text":" found that 65% of consumers with auto loans believe their loan is a strain on their personal finances, and roughly the same amount of people would likely refinance their loan."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"As consumers become aware of the opportunity to lower their monthly payments, lenders should prepare for an increase in refinancing requests. This trend is likely to gain momentum in early 2025, as the full effects of the rate cuts begin to materialize in the consumer lending market."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"text":"How Should Lenders Prepare?"}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"Auto lenders must remain vigilant and proactive in this evolving landscape. The anticipated increase in refinancing activity will require lenders to streamline their processes, enhance their customer service capabilities and leverage technology to manage the expected surge in applications efficiently."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"Artificial Intelligence (AI) is set to play a significant role in helping lenders navigate the complexities of increased refinancing demand. AI-powered systems can quickly analyze vast amounts of data, including credit reports, income information and vehicle valuations, enabling accurate and swift loan decisions through automated underwriting."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"Additionally, Intelligent Document Processing technology can automate extracting and validating key data points from loan documents, significantly reducing manual errors and processing times. AI can also enhance "},{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"link","attrs":{"href":"https://pointpredictive.com/press-releases/point-predictive-releases-2024-auto-lending-fraud-trends-report-identifies-7-9-billion-industry-fraud-loss-exposure/","target":"_self","rel":null,"class":null}}],"text":"fraud detection"},{"type":"text","text":" by identifying fraudulent activities through pattern recognition and anomaly detection."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"Furthermore, AI can help lenders identify borrowers who are most likely to benefit from refinancing, allowing for targeted marketing efforts and enabling predictive analytics that forecast refinancing demand based on historical data and market trends."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"As consumers explore refinancing options, one important aspect that often gets overlooked is the Guaranteed Asset Protection (GAP) refund. GAP insurance covers the difference between the actual cash value of a vehicle and the amount still owed on the loan if the car is totaled or stolen."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"text":"How to Handle GAP Refunds"}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"When refinancing, borrowers may be entitled to a partial refund of their GAP insurance premium. Obtaining a GAP refund can lower the overall cost of refinancing, making it more attractive for consumers while also allowing them to apply the refund amount to their new loan, potentially reducing the principal and improving loan terms. Additionally, consumers can choose to pocket the refund, providing additional financial flexibility during the refinancing process."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"For lenders, several considerations regarding GAP refunds are essential. First and foremost is compliance; lenders must ensure they adhere to regulations regarding GAP refunds during refinancing. Failure to properly handle these refunds can lead to regulatory issues and potential fines."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"Implementing "},{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"link","attrs":{"href":"https://informediq.com/the-impact-of-ai-in-auto-finance-revolutionizing-efficiency-and-decision-making/","target":"_self","rel":null,"class":null}}],"text":"AI-driven solutions"},{"type":"text","text":" can help lenders automatically calculate and process GAP refunds efficiently, reducing errors and improving operational efficiency. Moreover, proactive communication about eligibility for GAP refunds enhances transparency and customer satisfaction while incorporating GAP refund calculations into the overall refinancing process streamlines operations and provides a more comprehensive financial picture for both lenders and borrowers."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"text":"Identifying Digital and AI Strategies"}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"To effectively manage the anticipated increase in refinancing requests, lenders should consider several strategies. Investing in digital technologies is critical for streamlining processes from application to approval and funding. Additionally, staff training is essential to ensure that employees are well-versed in refinancing nuances, including GAP refund calculations and AI-powered tools. Utilizing advanced analytics will allow lenders to identify trends, predict demand and optimize refinancing offers effectively. Developing clear communication strategies will inform borrowers about refinancing opportunities while highlighting potential benefits from GAP refunds."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"As lenders prepare for increased refinancing activity, focusing on enhancing the consumer experience is paramount. Implementing user-friendly digital platforms will facilitate easy submission of refinancing applications and supporting documents while providing clear explanations of how GAP refunds are calculated and applied during refinancing."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"Using AI-driven insights allows for personalized offers tailored to each borrower’s unique financial situation while leveraging automation ensures rapid decision-making processes that reduce wait times and improve customer satisfaction. Offering comprehensive educational resources will further empower borrowers by helping them understand the intricacies of refinancing processes, including how GAP refunds can positively impact their financial outcomes."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"With 2025 shortly upon us, the auto lending industry will be defined by lowered interest rates, increased refinancing demand, and enhanced technological capabilities through AI integration. This combination offers a unique opportunity for lenders to streamline operations while enhancing compliance measures and improving overall consumer experiences. While focusing on efficient processes that leverage AI technologies while prioritizing critical aspects like GAP refunds, lenders can position themselves for success in this evolving landscape while providing valuable financial solutions that empower their customers to achieve better outcomes during their refinancing journeys."}]}],"mobileHeadline":"Industry Voices | Navigating the 2025 Auto Loan Refinancing Bump","articleUrl":"/finance-insurance/industry-voices-navigating-the-2025-auto-loan-refinancing-bump","listPageUrl":"/finance-insurance/industry-voices-navigating-the-2025-auto-loan-refinancing-bump","linkAttrs":{},"date":"Nov 25, 2024","timeRead":4,"categoryName":"Finance \u0026 Insurance","categoryUrl":"/dealers/finance-insurance","contributors":[{"name":"Jessica Gonzalez","avatar":"https://eu-images.contentstack.com/v3/assets/blt7121b6ec5c11097b/blt74e3dc50913a63aa/66e1e36d8977ea751b725636/Jessica_Gonzalez.png","link":"/author/jessica-gonzalez"}],"paidGating":{"paidContent":false,"paidProductTaxonomy":[]}}}],"title":"Dealers","moreContent":{"title":"View More","url":"/dealers"}},{"contents":[{"type":"contentPreview","data":{"contentType":"Article","variant":"card-horizontal","layoutVariant":"horizontal","thumbnail":{"src":"https://eu-images.contentstack.com/v3/assets/blt7121b6ec5c11097b/blt0561d98f510b6100/6745f95cabddb868de2ee179/Volkswagen-ID.2all_Concept-2023-1280-aa5b4b093e6b003d9ed372c0702797225a.jpg","alt":""},"articleName":"Volkswagen Charting ‘Reset’ on BEVs","articleSummary":"Volkswagen, amidst significant financial, excess production capacity and sluggish battery-electric vehicles sales, is working on a reset of its BEV business with different design and a lower-cost vehicle platform.","articleBody":[{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"Volkswagen is undergoing significant pain owing to a bloated global headcount, declining sales and profits in China and mounting competition from Chinese battery-electric-vehicle makers in Europe. But even with all that, the German automaker is working on an EV reset with new designs and a software partnership with Rivian bringing the first fruits of change by the end of 2025."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"VW’s cheapest BEV model in its product plan, the ID.2, is on track to launch in Europe by the end of 2025 or early 2026, says VW brand chief Thomas Schafer at the Los Angeles auto show, marking a new “starting point,” he says, for the German auto giant."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"The brand’s “ID” electric-car lineup, which has been met with uneven response from the public both in Europe and North America, is getting new designs that are closer to some of VW’s classic “iconic” design language, says Schafer, pointing to the Golf, Polo and Passat. The Tiguan comes in a PHEV in Europe, and Schafer confirmed in a media roundtable that the North American Tiguan and Atlas SUV in the U.S. will get traditional hybrid powertrains as early as the 2026 model year."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"VW showed a concept of the forthcoming ID. 2 earlier this year, but VW executives say that the design has undergone further work since its reveal by VW Chief Designer Andreas Mindt."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"The production hatchback version is expected to be unveiled at the Munich Motor Show next year, and VW confirms there is a GTI version of the BEV in the pipeline. The ID.2 will be the first BEV based on the automaker’s new MEB Entry Platform."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"VW, Ford and GM are pinning hopes of BEVs becoming profitable with the acceleration of lower-cost platforms that will make the vehicles more affordable to consumers whether or not U.S. and European Union incentives stay in place."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"In 2024, the Volkswagen Group faced significant financial challenges, marked by a 64% decline in third-quarter net profit to €1.57 billion ($1.65 billion), according to company financial reports, primarily due to decreased sales in China and substantial restructuring expenses. The company's revenue experienced a dip to €78.5 billion ($82.6 billion), and it announced plans to close three German plants and reduce its workforce, aiming to address overcapacity and maintain competitiveness. The VW brand's operating margin fell sharply too, indicating a need for further cost-cutting measures."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"Competitively, VW has struggled against rising competition from Chinese electric-vehicle manufacturers like BYD and Zeekr, as well as established players such as Tesla. In China, its largest market outside Europe, the company reported a 12% drop in sales during the first nine months of the year. To counter these challenges, Volkswagen invested $700 million in XPeng to co-develop new BEV models tailored for the Chinese market, aiming to regain its competitive edge against domestic BEV makers. But that task will not be easy as Chinese automakers are quickly displacing Western automakers at home with lower prices and better connected-car systems."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"Despite these efforts by VW, the company continues to face enormous pressure from more agile competitors offering advanced BEVs at lower prices, highlighting the urgency for the automaker to accelerate its low-cost electrification strategy."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"In 2024, Volkswagen Group's electric-vehicle sales in Europe experienced fluctuations. In the first quarter, the company delivered 74,400 BEVs in Europe, marking a 24% decline compared to the same period in 2023, the company reported."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"By the second quarter, VW's European BEV sales showed signs of recovery, with 109,700 units delivered, but still representing a 7.7% decrease year-over-year. Despite these challenges, the company maintained its position as the leading BEV manufacturer in Europe, with 178,000 units registered in the first half of 2024. However, this figure reflects a 14% decline from the previous year, indicating the competitive pressures and market dynamics affecting VW's BEV sales in the region."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"The company’s recovery depends on becoming more competitive against Chinese BEV makers both in China and Europe."}]}],"mobileHeadline":"Volkswagen Charting ‘Reset’ on BEVs","articleUrl":"/volkswagen/volkswagen-charting-reset-on-bevs","listPageUrl":"/volkswagen/volkswagen-charting-reset-on-bevs","linkAttrs":{},"date":"Nov 27, 2024","timeRead":3,"categoryName":"Volkswagen","categoryUrl":"/automakers/volkswagen-group/volkswagen","contributors":[{"name":"David Kiley","avatar":"https://eu-images.contentstack.com/v3/assets/blt7121b6ec5c11097b/blt2006289e2f1fa4e1/664cd926bee8aa127953a5fa/kileyhed.jpg","link":"/author/david-kiley"}],"paidGating":{"paidContent":false,"paidProductTaxonomy":[]}}},{"type":"contentPreview","data":{"contentType":"Article","variant":"card-horizontal","layoutVariant":"horizontal","thumbnail":{"src":"https://eu-images.contentstack.com/v3/assets/blt7121b6ec5c11097b/blt63020d1aaa641f69/6745c8d22293747e54587649/LotusEmiraV6ICE2024.jpg","alt":"Lotus Emira V6 ICE 2024"},"articleName":"Porsche, Lotus Retrench on BEVs","articleSummary":"Two iconic performance brands respond to consumer demand for more hybrid, plug-in hybrid and internal-combustion powertrain models.","articleBody":[{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"Two iconic sports car brands, Porsche and Lotus, are backing away from battery-electric-vehicle pledges to invest more into powertrains with internal-combustion engines to follow consumer demand."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"As the market’s appetite for BEVs continues to fail to meet projected consumer demand, the two automakers are switching development efforts to products that are seeing meaningful sales increases."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"Porsche, which had promised to field a 2030 model range 80% dominated by BEVs now looks set to bring new hybrid and ICE models to market at least until the European Union’s proposed new-vehicle emissions targets from 2035."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"The automaker has "},{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"link","attrs":{"href":"https://www.wardsauto.com/porsche/porsche-electrifies-911-with-534-hp-t-hybrid-powertrain","target":"_self","rel":null,"class":null}}],"text":"already presented its new performance hybrid powertrain for the next 911 model"},{"type":"text","text":" and this is likely to be rolled out to other models in its lineup."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"It has also patented an innovative 6-stroke engine that claims better emissions efficiency and more power."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"On top of this, Porsche invested about $100 million in e-fuel commercial production to keep the ICE alive, betting on the EU agreeing to their use in new vehicles after its 2035 deadline."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"Geely-owned Lotus is making the same U-Turn on BEVs six years after outlining plans to go all-electric by 2028."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"The boutique automaker is committing to producing a new range of plug-in “hyper” hybrid-powered vehicles as outlined in its quarterly financial results this week. 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Meanwhile, core vehicle functionalities around sensing and actuation – such as propulsion, braking and steering,often powered by MCUs, have been largely overlooked."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"However, as with many trends in automotive, Chinese automakers have started driving innovation in this area, and the broader ecosystem is beginning to adapt. STMicroelectronics’ Stellar platform and NXP’s S32 CoreRide platform were just a few of the solutions demonstrated at Electronica 2024 aimed at streamlining vehicle architecture by consolidating multiple real-time functions into a single system."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"}},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"text":"Pipeline Between Industrial and Automotive Applications Growing"}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"In many meetings, particularly with semiconductor firms, products and solutions were more likely to be designed with multiple end markets in mind, with automotive and industrial in particular showing significant crossover. This is due to two main factors: First, automotive and industrial share many similar requirements, particularly regarding safety and security. Second, both segments have similar needs for hardening against rugged conditions."}]},{"type":"paragraph","attrs":{"textAlign":"left"},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"Among semiconductor vendors at Electronica, STMicroelectronics, Renesas, Infineon and NXP were all actively promoting solutions aimed at both industrial and automotive applications, while some firms were even looking beyond that crossover, with consumer devices entering the mix as well. This fits into a larger effort to simplify the often excessively complex catalogues held by many semiconductor players. 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