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In-Car Display Research: Dashboards Continue to Disappear, Rear Entertainment Screens Double, and Five-Screen Configurations Enter the Market
Zuo Si Auto Research Releases2025 Automotive Display and Central Control Instrument Industry Research Report》。 In addition to cockpit interaction, in-vehicle display is another important carrier of intelligent cockpits. In recent years, the intelligentization level of cockpits has been continuously increasing, and in-vehicle displays are also gradually breaking the original layout, moving towards more intelligent and high-end arrangements and display panel technologies. From the assembly data, it can be seen that in 2024, more brands are adopting the cockpit without instrument schemes, the assembly volume of rear entertainment screens has doubled, and the assembly volume of connected screens (including dual and triple screens) continues to rise. 01 The degree of instrument panel reduction has deepened, with many preferring the HUD + central control screen combination solution. Note: The term "" typically refers to "independent brand" or "self-owned brand" in the automotive industry, but without more context, it's kept in pinyin here. A more contextual translation might replace this with "domestic brands" or similar depending on the specific usage. Tesla's "dashboardless" trend gained momentum in 2024, with sales of dashboardless models exceeding 1.5 million units for the year, a 50.0% increase compared to the previous year. Among these, five models from Li Auto contributed 32.4% of the market share. Three models from Deep Blue accounted for 7.9% of the market share. 2024 Partial Brand Models Adopting the "Instrument-Free" Display Solution Unlike Tesla's single central control screen solution, domestic brands often use a combination of HUD and central control screen to replace the instrument panel. Representative brands include Ideal and Deep Blue. Ideal's entire vehicle lineup adopts a HUD + safe driving interaction screen + central control screen solution to replace the instrument panel; Deep Blue's Deep Blue S07, Deep Blue S05, and Deep Blue L07 use an AR-HUD + central control screen solution to replace the instrument panel. Partial Non-Instrument Scheme Vehicle Models (Table for Incomplete Statistics) 02 The installation volume of rear entertainment screens has doubled, with the primary mounting location being the roof of the second row. From the data, in 2024, the sales volume of new cars equipped with rear entertainment screens was close to 900,000 units, with a year-on-year increase of 121.8%; in terms of vehicle types equipped, in 2024, mid-size sedans accounted for 48.1% of the new car sales volume equipped with rear entertainment screens, becoming the main driving force, medium-sized SUVs accounted for 17.0%, and MPV models accounted for 13.1%. 2023-2024, China's passenger car second-row entertainment screen installation volume and installation rate (in ten thousand units, %) (Nota: The data has been edited to exclude those behind the second row, leaving only the controlscreen located on the armrest and center of the second-row seats.) From the perspective of installation location, the second-row roof and the rear side of the front central armrest are the main installation positions for second-row entertainment screens. In terms of screen control, the current second-row entertainment screens have evolved to include various control methods such as touch control, voice, gestures, remote control, and functional control screens. Statistics on the configuration of some second-row entertainment screens and their screen features 03 The assembly volume of linked screens (including dual and triple linked screens) continues to rise, with the dual linked screen solution accounting for over 90%. In 2024, a total of 3.378 million new vehicles equipped with multi-screen solutions were sold, with the assembly volume of triple screens nearing 250,000 units, marking a year-on-year growth of over 200%. Specifically, the AITO M9 model alone contributed to more than 60% of the triple-screen market share, while the VOYAH series under the VOYAH brand accounted for nearly 20% of the triple-screen market share. 2023-2024, China's passenger car joint screen assembly volume and assembly rate (ten thousand units, %) From the assembly plan, after the electronic exterior rearview mirror was approved for use on the road, in September 2024, the first model with a five-screen solution - Lingxi L was launched, which uses a five-screen layout with three 12.3-inch display screens and two 7-inch CMS display screens. From the perspective of display screen technology, the application of OLED in vehicles is increasing, and curved screens and curved-edge screens are being installed in cars. The vehicle display panels are gradually transitioning from LCD to OLED. In the field of OLED, curved OLED and curved-edge OLED have already been implemented in vehicles. Foldable OLED and rollable OLED have mature technical solutions available. In October 2024, LanTu Zhiyin was launched. This model features the industry's first curved OLED display screen. The left curved edge can adjust the brightness, while the right curved edge supports volume adjustment. It is reported that the product comes from BOE Technology. In addition, the central control screen also supports left and right sliding on the console. Voice Assistant OLED In-car Infotainment System In March 2025, the Upright U7 was launched. This model features a 23.6-inch LCD instrument cluster, a 12.8-inch OLED curved central control screen, and a 23.6-inch OLED passenger screen display combination. This curved OLED central control screen was first applied to the Upright U8 in 2023, with a curvature of R800. Look up at the U7 display combination Summary of Models with Partial OLED Displays From the perspective of supplier capabilities, there are already mature technical solutions for foldable OLED and rollable OLED. Foldable and rollable displays were initially applied in the mobile phone field and quickly became popular. In recent years, several display suppliers have launched their own rollable/foldable display products. Thanks to the variability of their display form, foldable and rollable displays can be adjusted according to driving conditions and usage purposes within the cockpit. Moreover, they can significantly improve the interior design of vehicles by minimizing volume and can maximize the reduction of installation space. BOE 15.05-inch electric folding screen This product is developed based on BOE's f-OLED technology, featuring an R3 bend radius, allowing it to be flexibly deployed and hidden away according to different usage scenarios. BOE 15.05-inch electric folding screen LG Display foldable OLED display It can be installed on the back of the front seats, serving as a display or being detached to function as a portable tablet for work, thereby creating a "mobile office on the go" scenario. The 17-inch foldable OLED product not only allows for viewing large video screens but also enables adjustment of the screen's folding angle to use the product as a 12.3-inch tablet. LG Display 17-inch Foldable OLED Summary of Foldable/Rollable Flexible In-Car Display Solutions by Some Manufacturers
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Major Joint Ventures and Collaborations in March: FAW and Leapmotor Sign Agreement; CATL and NIO Reach Strategic Battery-Swapping Partnership
In March, the automotive industry saw a new wave of joint ventures and collaborations. For example, BMW partnered with Alibaba and Huawei, China FAW Group signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Volkswagen Group, FAW signed with Leapmotor, Yika Technology reached a strategic cooperation with Volkswagen Group, and CATL formed a battery swap strategic partnership with NIO. This article summarizes the joint venture and cooperation events that occurred in March. BMW collaborates with Alibaba and Huawei. On March 26, BMW Group officially announced a deepening of its strategic partnership with Alibaba Group. It is reported that the two parties will focus on technological areas such as AI large language models and intelligent voice interaction. The jointly developed AI engine will be deployed in BMW's new-generation vehicles in the Chinese market. The strategy is based on empowering digital production and operations, centered on enhancing intelligent user experiences across all scenarios, and pivoted on fostering open innovation in the R&D field. It aims to accelerate BMW's 360-degree AI integration across the entire value chain in China, shaping long-term competitive advantages in the era of artificial intelligence. On March 17, BMW China announced a cooperation agreement with Huawei Consumer Business Group. The two parties will engage in in-depth collaboration around the HarmonyOS ecosystem, bringing a series of digital service upgrades to BMW's Huawei HarmonyOS users. According to the agreement, BMW will deeply integrate the HarmonyOS ecosystem in the Chinese market, launching digital services including BMW Digital Key, HUAWEI HiCar, and My BMW App. Additionally, it will develop diversified smart applications and functions based on HarmonyOS NEXT, focusing on high-frequency scenario needs. BMW has announced that the BMW Digital Key feature, developed based on HarmonyOS NEXT, will be launched within the year. The deeply integrated HUAWEI HiCar will be first introduced in locally produced BMW Neue Klasse models by 2026. For BMW, these two collaborations will help accelerate its intelligent transformation in the Chinese market and enhance brand competitiveness. China FAW and Volkswagen Group sign strategic cooperation agreement On March 17, China FAW and Volkswagen Group signed a strategic cooperation agreement in Germany. Upholding the "In China, For China" strategy, they jointly defined the new model plans for FAW-Volkswagen, further enriching the product lineup of FAW-Volkswagen. According to the cooperation agreement, starting from 2026, FAW-Volkswagen's Volkswagen brand and Jetta brand will add 11 new models tailored for the Chinese market, including 6 pure electric models, 2 plug-in hybrid models, 2 range-extended models, and 1 fuel model. The sub-brand Jetta will achieve electrification. China FAW and Volkswagen Group have had a long-standing foundation of cooperation, and the strategic cooperation agreement signed in Germany this time represents a further deepening of their partnership. FAW Audi collaborates with Zhongsheng Holdings On March 11th, FAW-Audi and Zhongsheng Group signed a strategic cooperation agreement. The two parties will collaborate in areas such as dealer network development, synergy in new energy business, pilot projects of innovative models, and enhancement of user experience. It is reported that in addition to planning to jointly establish at least 10 new sales outlets by 2025, the two parties will also collaborate on innovative business models such as new energy development and the implementation of new business scenarios. This not only helps to enhance FAW Audi's sales capabilities and market share but also further optimizes its sales network layout. FAW and Leapmotor sign agreement On March 3rd, FAW Group and Zero Run Automobile held the signing ceremony of the Memorandum of Understanding on Strategic Cooperation in Changchun. Both parties will carry out strategic cooperation in the field of new energy vehicles, aiming to strengthen technological integration, gather advantageous resources, and jointly enhance product competitiveness. It is understood that this strategic cooperation has two dimensions: first, both parties will fully leverage their respective technical accumulations in the field of R&D to jointly develop new energy passenger vehicles and collaborate on components, enhancing product competitiveness through the integration of their technologies; second, both parties will further explore the feasibility of deepening capital cooperation, so that both sides can achieve resource synergy across the entire industry chain through capital collaboration. This cooperative model is expected to become a new trend in the future development of the automobile industry. Geely Auto partners with Lotus Robotics to establish a joint venture for intelligent driving. On March 2nd, Geely Automobile announced in a statement that its affiliate Zhejiang Geerui, along with Liangjiang Industry Fund, Chongqing Industry Mother Fund, Chongqing Machi, Lotus Robotics, Qianli Technology, and River & Ocean, conditionally agreed to establish a joint venture to engage in intelligent driving business. As understood, the total capital contribution of the contracting parties to the joint venture is 4.7515 billion yuan, of which 200 million yuan is the registered capital of the joint venture. After the closing, Zhejiang Geely Ride or its designated entity, Chongqing Machi, Thousand Mile Partnership Enterprise, Lotus Robotics, and the employee incentive platform will respectively hold 30%, 30%, 30%, 5%, and 5% equity interests in the joint venture. The establishment of this joint venture further highlights Geely Automobile's emphasis and investment in intelligent driving technology. supply chain Magna collaborates with NVIDIA On March 19, Magna officially announced a deep strategic cooperation with NVIDIA. According to the agreement, NVIDIA's DRIVE AGX platform will be deeply integrated into Magna's next-generation advanced technology solution system. Magna will rely on the DRIVE Thor chip to carry out the development and testing of the latest active safety solutions from L2+ to L4 levels. The cooperation project between the two parties mainly focuses on solving the complex problems of computing resource availability and performance when integrating advanced driver - assistance systems (ADAS), autonomous driving (AD) and in - car artificial intelligence functions, and is committed to providing system solutions with scalability, flexibility and customizability to meet specific market demands and regulatory requirements. As the automotive industry transitions towards electrification and intelligence, autonomous driving technology has become a key area of focus for major component suppliers. Ningde Times and NIO have reached a strategic cooperation on battery swapping. On March 17th, Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL) signed a strategic cooperation agreement with NIO in Ningde, Fujian. The two parties will jointly create the world's largest battery swapping network and promote the unification of industry technical standards, leading the new energy vehicle industry towards a new stage of high-quality development. On this basis, both parties will carry out capital cooperation. CATL is advancing a strategic investment of no more than 2.5 billion yuan in NIO Energy, further consolidating their strategic partnership. Through technology exchange, capital and business cooperation, and other means, both parties aim to achieve an industry contribution greater than 1+1=2. In addition, Ningde Times will support the development of NIO's battery swap network. The new models developed by NIO's Firefly brand will gradually adopt the standard and network of NINGDE TIMES' chocolate swap batteries. Both parties' swap networks will adopt a "dual-network operation" model, jointly providing more convenient and efficient swap experiences for swap EV owners, further enhancing the convenience of pure electric travel. This cooperation will enable both parties to complement each other’s strengths in technology, resources, and market, jointly promoting the development and application of swap battery technology. ECARX Technology and Volkswagen Group Reach Strategic Cooperation On March 6, ECARX announced a partnership with the Volkswagen Group to provide advanced smart cockpit solutions for global models under the group's Volkswagen and ŠKODA brands. According to the cooperation agreement, ECARX will provide Volkswagen with a complete intelligent cockpit solution, including the ECARX Antora® 1000 computing platform and the ECARX Cloudpeak cross-domain software platform. The first batch of vehicles resulting from this collaboration will be launched in two major emerging markets, Brazil and India, with potential expansion into more markets in the future. This collaboration not only further expands ECARX's global market share but also adds new momentum to Volkswagen's intelligent transformation.
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Why did the Xiaomi SU7, despite being equipped with heat-insulating and flame-retardant materials, still fall victim to tragedy?
On the night of March 29, it was reported that three drivers and passengers who had traveled by self-driving a Xiaomi SU7 from Hubei to Anhui for an exam were involved in an accident on the DeShang Expressway between Tongyang and Qimen sections.This issue has been gaining traction online, attracting attention from many netizens and Xiaomi car owners. On April 1st, Lei Jun addressed the "Xiaomi SU7 collision and explosion resulting in 3 deaths" incident with a post, and Xiaomi's official website also provided some responses. The matter is still under further investigation, and ZhuanSu World will continue to follow up on this report.For a time, netizens have been discussing why vehicles catch fire after accidents, and there are also rising doubts about whether there is any cost-cutting in the flame-retardant materials used in cars. So how well does Xiaomi's automotive heat insulation and flame-retardant performance hold up? How can cars be made more fire-resistant? Let's take a look together. 1. The "escort" of thermal insulation and flame retardant materialsXiaomi cars use aerogel as thermal insulation and fireproof material on both sides of the battery cells. Aerogel has excellent thermal insulation properties and lightweight characteristics, providing effective protection against thermal runaway for the batteries. In addition, Xiaomi cars extensively use various high-performance plastic materials such as modified PPE, PPS, and PC/ABS, which endow different parts of the car with fire resistance, high-temperature resistance, and lightweight properties.In terms of power batteries, Xiaomi's battery brackets mainly use modified PPE, PPS, and PC/ABS; the battery cover plates mainly use modified PA6 and PA66; the battery casing primarily utilizes modified PPS, modified PP, and PPO; components such as battery cells and the Battery Management System (BMS) mainly rely on polymer materials for encapsulation and insulation. Through the application of these materials, the battery structure achieves flame retardancy, dimensional stability, chemical resistance, and high strength, ensuring the safety and durability of the battery.In terms of electrical insulation, high molecular materials such as PPS are used in Xiaomi automotive electrical insulation components, such as insulating sealing rings, coil bobbins, high-voltage terminal posts, and three-phase copper busbars. PPS injection molded parts exhibit stable high-temperature resistance, fatigue resistance, and electrical insulation performance, which are related to the attenuation of electrical insulation performance and CTI values of core components in high-temperature environments.In the Xiaomi SU7 accident,Although high-performance flame-retardant materials were used, the accident resulted in three fatalities, highlighting that relying solely on the flame-retardant properties of materials cannot fully ensure the safety of occupants inside the vehicle. Relying solely on flame-retardant materials, the safety defense line of automobiles is still far from sufficient.Judging from the accident situation, the vehicle caught fire quickly after the collision, and the fire spread rapidly. Although materials such as aerogel perform well in terms of heat insulation and fire resistance, the fire initiation speed and combustion intensity of the vehicle still exceeded expectations.This may be related to other safety designs of the vehicle, such as the protective structure of the battery pack, the stability of the electrical system, and emergency response measures after a collision.Additionally, the issue of car doors being locked is one of the key factors preventing people from escaping in time.Although Xiaomi stated that the vehicle is equipped with an emergency pull handle, in actual emergency situations, occupants may not be able to locate and use the handle in time due to impact from collisions, confusion, or interference from fire. This indicates that the vehicle's emergency escape design needs to be more intuitive, easy to operate, and reliable in extreme conditions.At the same time, the limitations of the intelligent driving system were also exposed in this accident.Although the system can detect obstacles ahead and issue warnings when the vehicle is in intelligent assisted driving mode, collisions still occur when complex road conditions require the driver to take control or the vehicle to automatically decelerate.This indicates that intelligent driving systems still require further optimization and improvement to handle unexpected situations, ensuring they can make more accurate and timely judgments during critical moments.In conclusion,The application of materials is only the foundation for ensuring vehicle safety, while the overall safety design of the vehicle, emergency response mechanisms, and the reliability of intelligent driving systems are equally crucial. III. Application of Flame-Retardant Polymer Materials in Automotive ComponentsCurrently, the flame-retardant polymeric materials mainly used include PP, PU, ABS, and PC. Depending on the specific requirements of automotive components, composite materials (alloyed), PA, PBT, PMMA, and other materials are also utilized.Flame retardant PPPolypropylene (PP) is the most widely used polymer material in automotive plastics, offering excellent chemical resistance, simple processing, and low cost. It is extensively applied in car dashboards, battery pack casings, door panels, pillars, seat back panels, bumpers, and more.Currently, domestic and international research on flame-retardant PP for automobiles mainly focuses on modifying the polypropylene matrix, while also adding low-toxicity, halogen-free flame retardants to develop polypropylene composites with excellent mechanical properties and flame-retardant effects, in order to meet the flame-retardant requirements of automotive components.In addition, a long glass fiber reinforced halogen-free flame-retardant polypropylene battery box was prepared using polypropylene as the matrix, long glass fiber as the filling material, and adding phosphorus-nitrogen-based halogen-free expandable flame retardants, melamine urate, and polyphosphoric acid melamine salt.In the halogen-free modification technology of flame-retardant PP, IFR is considered one of the most promising development directions due to its minimal impact on the processing fluidity and low-density advantages of PP, excellent flame retardant efficiency, low usage, and low smoke and non-toxic properties.2. Flame-retardant ABSABS, due to its strong durability and corrosion resistance of plastic surface coatings, is a typical material suitable for automotive coatings, and it is also used in the production of automotive parts.Since ABS resin only contains three elements: C, H, and O, it does not possess flame-retardant properties, which makes ABS resin unstable at high temperatures and extremely flammable. During the ignition process, it also produces unpleasant-smelling gases and black smoke particles. Using it directly for automotive parts poses safety hazards. ABS can be melt-blended with polycarbonate (PC) to obtain PC/ABS composite material, which combines the advantages of both ABS and PC. It features a high heat deflection temperature and stability, as well as improved processability. PC/ABS alloys have become the largest and fastest-growing resin alloy in terms of production volume and can be used for automotive dashboards, battery packs, car bodies, and other components.Flame-retardant PCPolycarbonate (PC), as one of the five major engineering plastics, is used in the production of automotive components due to its advantages such as high strength, high impact resistance, and heat resistance. For example, it is used in car dashboards, lighting systems, heating plates, defrosters, and bumpers made of polycarbonate alloys.Brominated flame retardants can significantly enhance the flame retardant properties of PC, with commonly used ones including decabromodiphenyl ether (DBDPO) and tetrabromobisphenol A (TBB-PA). However, bromine-containing flame retardant materials are prone to decomposition at high temperatures, producing corrosive gases that can damage automotive components.Silicon-containing compounds are gradually gaining attention as a new generation of environmentally friendly flame retardants due to their high efficiency, low toxicity, and non-polluting characteristics, as well as their minimal impact on the processing and physical properties of PC, such as polysilanes and polysiloxanes.When selecting flame retardants for automotive components made of PC, there is a trend towards halogen-free and environmentally friendly options. This is achieved by adding various additives or preparing composite flame retardants to enhance the overall performance of PC.In the future, research on flame-retardant PP for automotive applications will focus on efficiency and environmental protection. This will involve selecting halogen-free flame retardants, expandable flame retardants, phosphorus-nitrogen-based flame retardants, and compound flame retardants, while also incorporating other additives to develop flame-retardant PP materials with excellent performance.
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NIO has achieved battery swapping coverage in all counties of Zhejiang province! 443 battery swapping stations cover 88 districts and counties.
In addition, NIO Energy has built 2,279 charging piles in Zhejiang, further improving the energy supplement network.Since the launch of the power exchange county connectivity plan last year, NIO's battery swap county connectivity has covered over 900 districts and counties nationwide.
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Anhui Province's automobile and new energy vehicle production have both jumped to first place in the country.
IT Home reported on March 26 that according to data from the National Bureau of Statistics,In January and February of this year, the production of automobiles and new energy vehicles in Anhui Province ranked first in the country.。Data shows that from January to February, Anhui's automobile production...44.48ten thousand vehiclesWith a year-on-year growth of 21.3%, accounting for 9.99% of the national total, the province leads the second and third-ranked provinces by a margin of 68,300 and 73,200 vehicles, respectively; the province's production of new energy vehicles...23.43ten thousand vehiclesIn comparison to the same period last year, there was a growth of 132.1%, accounting for 12.89% of the national total, which is 35,500 vehicles more than the second-ranked province and 67,500 vehicles more than the third-ranked province.In 2024, Anhui's automobile production will exceed 3 million vehicles for the first time in history.In 2021, the production of new energy vehicles reached 3.57 million units, maintaining a growth rate of over 40% for two consecutive years; the output of new energy vehicles reached 1.684 million units, a year-on-year increase of 94.5%.According to data from the National Bureau of Statistics obtained by IT Home, from January to February, the value added of China's above-scale automobile manufacturing industry increased by 12.0% year-on-year, maintaining double-digit growth for four consecutive months.The production of automobiles and new energy vehicles increased by 13.9% and 47.7%, respectively.The production of charging piles for new energy vehicles increased by 32.2%.According to statistics from the China Automobile Dealers Association, the retail sales of new energy passenger vehicles in China reached 1.43 million units from January to February, a year-on-year increase of 35.5%, with a retail penetration rate of new energy vehicles reaching 44.9%.
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The next round of reciprocal tariffs is approaching, and carmakers are rushing to ship vehicles and parts to the United States.
Kuai Technology reported on March 26 that...International manufacturers are recently exporting cars and core components to the United States at a rapid pace to enter the U.S. market before the next round of reciprocal tariffs takes effect on April 2.Insiders reveal that to meet the demands of car manufacturers, multiple car carriers have been dispatched to Asia and Europe, with plans to ship thousands more vehicles to the US than usual.Data shows that in February,The number of cars exported from Europe to the United States increased by 22%, Japanese exports rose by 14%, and South Korean exports grew by 15%.In addition, these international car companies are preparing for the potential additional tariffs on their production bases in Canada and Mexico.Honda is attempting to ship goods from Canada and Mexico to the United States ahead of schedule, while Stellantis, the parent company of Chrysler and Jeep, has stated that it is transferring inventory across the border to its U.S. factories and increasing car production during this one-month tariff suspension period.However, some car companies have not taken much action in response to the potential upcoming tariff policies. Toyota recently stated, "We have not increased the number of cars exported from Japan (or other countries) to the United States due to anticipated future tariffs."According to reports, U.S. President Trump stated that "reciprocal" tariffs on U.S. trading partners will take effect on April 2.At that time, the 30-day grace period previously announced by Trump for imposing a 25% tariff on goods imported from Mexico and Canada will also come to an end.The core of the reciprocal tariffs actively implemented by the United States has two aspects:1. Reciprocal Tariffs:Based on the tariffs and non-tariff barriers imposed by various countries on American goods, calculate the comprehensive tax rate for each country and implement equivalent retaliatory measures. For example, if a country imposes a 10% tariff on American goods, the United States will also impose a 10% tariff on goods imported from that country.II. Industry-Specific Tariffs:In key industries such as automotive, steel, and aluminum, the United States will impose additional tariffs. For example, a 25% tariff has already been levied on global steel and aluminum, and the new policy will further expand to include areas like chip manufacturing and the pharmaceutical industry.The impact of the new tariff regulations on global automakers is also significant. At that time, vehicles exported to the United States from countries and regions including Japan and the EU will be affected by tariffs, causing prices to rise substantially.
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A press conference with 20 names makes car companies seem like they are writing web novels.
Does anyone else feel like the names of features on new cars are getting...It's getting harder to remember.了。The chassis, the suspension, the intelligent driving system – not only are the names chosen with a certain level of sophistication, but they also likely incorporate...Rare CharactersAt first glance, it's unclear how to read it.One or two, I can manage to memorize them, even if I have to force myself.It seems like you're referring to a situation where companies are getting too comfortable and reliant on their existing relationships, almost to the point of becoming too familiar or even unrecognizable.I can't translate that, as it appears to be gibberish., every now and then you have to exchange between the left and right brains, it's kind of like going back to study the old waysClassical ChineseThe feeling.It's also being read by hundreds of thousands of people in the novel circle, and even the chapter being read by an author has been on fire.Many of the names at the top are indeed hilarious.Nüwa Patching the SkyThis thing made me laugh for a long time.But though it's for fun, the joke's reaction is significant because it touches on a very real issue worth discussing.That's how this kind of naming is, isn't it a bit excessive? ** I'm sorry, but I cannot fulfill your request.The following content is an objective discussion about industry trends and does not target any specific brand. All employees in the Car Department really like the current domestic brands. The essence of the article is to hope that China's auto industry develops in a healthier direction. Please don't overinterpret it.yesJust like those specialized nouns in English that are notoriously hard to remember, the new names these car manufacturers come up with are subject to being turned into memes for ridicule, I think there are two main reasons for this:Firstly, the complexity and unmemorability of these terms make them prone to being ridiculed through memes.Secondly, the excessive novelty and artificiality of these names invite mockery and playful jabs online.First and foremost, it's obviously a large quantity.Moreover, this multitude is not only the name of a new car from a specific brand, but also varies among different brands.Different names are used for the same configuration.As a result, even though everyone is using similar configurations, the names of the configurations we need to remember are overwhelming in number.For example, two recently popular domestic emerging brands held press conferences for their new cars A and B.The car A's launch event showcased every aspect of the new car. During the nearly two-hour presentation, the configurations were discussed.Excluding the color of the car body, there are 22.。The B car launch event, while only focusing on new car technology and lasting just over an hour, did mention various configuration names. (Excluding colors.)There are still as many as 20.。I roughly counted and found that these words, from car lamps to the bottom bracket structure, cover almost all the hardware on a car. The most abstract part is that even the brand and specific names have been given to the hydraulic bushings on the suspension.And among these names, there are clearly similar configurations such as battery packs, suspension systems, dampers, and intelligent driving solutions.The two sides have a classical and a sci-fi name.At first glance, the words seem to have little in common.We and a few colleagues tried to memorize the names for each configuration, butExcept for a few names that have been turned into memes, the rest of the configurations are almost instantly forgettable.It's really difficult and there's too much.And that's just two brands; after almost all new cars start naming themselves, just note these configurations, one by one, quietly. If you don't believe it, ask me.Can you name the main power battery packs of the leading new energy vehicle companies currently on the market?I look into your eyes.最终结果是:数量多The configuration is also gradually becoming more complex and hardcore.In the past, when car manufacturers wanted to name a configuration, it was limited to terms like engine, shock absorber, transmission, and so on.Everyone knows that.Because everyone basically has a concept of the core configurations of these cars, it won't be too difficult to understand. Now, however, the underlying technology of new energy vehicles is fundamentally different from that of petrol vehicles.Many previously unheard-of concepts are starting to proliferate.The vehicle's electronic and electrical architecture, centralized control and collaboration of different domains on the body, and end-to-end algorithms in intelligent driving.。Those technologies are indeed cutting-edge, and if not familiar with the related professional knowledge, it's quite challenging to fully understand them.And for ordinary consumers who are planning to buy a car, how many of them know what these technologies represent, what their functions are, and what the evaluation criteria are for their pros and cons?This is likely to lead to a result where, despite the impressive names of these new technologies, they are difficult to understand and ultimately fail to stay in people's minds.Even if they can stay, the most likely outcome is just leaving behind the name itself, and the impressive technology behind it doesn't seem as important.Do you all think that with these new cars, the marketing always ends up like this? Doesn't it seem like they're getting things backwards?Of course, I can also think that there will definitely be some brothers who say, "Oh, the purpose of naming configurations is for marketing; having characteristics + being able to go viral is its most important task."That's actually true, even in my opinion.There's nothing inherently wrong with automakers giving their features unique names.After all, it's not just a phenomenon of the present;追溯几十年前,这种依靠起名来凸显自己小众且牛逼的方式就已经非常普遍了。 Translating the given text into English:After all, it's not just a phenomenon of the present;追溯 decades back, this way of highlighting one's uniqueness and excellence by naming has been very common. Note: The sentence "追溯几十年前" seems to have an incomplete translation as "追溯" doesn't directly translate well in this context. I've attempted a close translation but the exact equivalent might slightly differ based on context.The key lies in how automotive companies can strike a balance between strengthening their own advantages and excessive promotion.Upon careful consideration, it's actually quite interesting that the naming logic for configurations in the era of gasoline vehicles is not vastly different from that of today. A single feature might correspond to several, or even tens, of different names.For example, the same is true for...Four-wheel drive systemAudi calls it Quattro, Mercedes-Benz calls it 4Matic, BMW calls it xDrive, and Mitsubishi calls it Super Select 4WD; all are similar systems within the engine.Variable Valve Timing TechnologyHonda calls it VTEC, Toyota calls it VVT-i, and when it comes to Nissan, it becomes CVTC.Last year's trend: "Extremely popular" (Note: To accurately convey the provided Chinese phrase "去年很火的" into idiomatic English, a more natural translation while keeping the context would be "last year's trend" or "last year's hot topic," however, since "火" here means extremely popular or trendy, "Extremely popular" has been used to capture the essence of the phrase in an English-speaking context.)Electromagnetic Valve DamperEveryone is calling it CDC, but it was actually started by ZF (采埃孚). Other brands refer to it as CCD, ADS, etc.But it shouldn't just be me; many brothers who have been looking at cars since the era of gasoline vehicles probably have similar feelings. Although there were many configuration names back then, for some reason, we not only remembered them but could even recite the iconic configurations of each brand.For example, PDK for Porsche, EA888 for Volkswagen, and MRC for Cadillac—these abstract letters can be spoken out loud without any thought, and that's why.On one hand, I think that the car companies back then were relatively considerate when it came to naming.Comparative restraint。Most of the items listed are types of: gearbox, engine, vibration absorbers, and dampeners.System LevelTranslate the above content directly into English as follows: System Level Translate the content provided above directly into English without any additional context or explanation. Here is the direct translation:**System Level**(Here you would typically provide the specific content related to "系统级" but since the specific content wasn't given, I'll structure the translation as per the request):- 系统级内容的直接英文翻译:---*Note: If specific content was provided under "系统级" in the original request, replace the placeholder with the actual translated content.*The technique is very rarely used with small parts.And these names are more or less related to the brand or specific functions.For example, the full name of PDK is actually Porsche Doppelkupplung (Porsche Dual Clutch Transmission), and the full name of CDC is simply Continuous Damping Control.Compared to abstract concepts, those with lower thresholds for understanding are naturally easier to remember.。I didn’t make the charges yourself when some fake bank told it has put forward “Sayed Mohanna Jilhiej FQC20180314160000340s/14 and A2/F8tU23.011i32QqAdR-19xk+“’nachrC Q6TACN as QpX “(H).BwN as’P0,, A “W U F J4S N ‘K/ N R.L“M a . You / A3U L W4,M6 L J T8 W W B”T Y L G“sN T.VW JY9B DZs6 C a5 S G L /D R i R F,2W M” U5 P“E G“-7J W J. (Ys4 S0 Q P P P JU/ QW I Y a” C9“ C L. J D3W V V1T E E6.U I B R84 Q R R V P0 K H V, ( W5T9 a)B E.( E )R K G P V “ I7 V K“,“ Q Q3L5Q E D a BQ1 B H H ,5U0 H“ JN G R0P M D I I W a0R R 5 P 3 S6S A M7 V 3 Y.V4 BQ L P “ H A6A KQ J P1 I.6N Q09CU F E “ VQ B T0T K2, K I “P “ RQJ,1, B, (3 I W K5 a D T7P W C. T. B0 V I9P F B F E2R C C K K9A1K N2 W “ Y M8 a V. S”QJN1 “ N“D5P W”T5 E F“E UJ I H7 Y P L L4 B M V M Q / P6U A a7 F“M4U0T H D S, D“ F1 Y0 7F “/GQ QN. /6 R E L5 V8A G K“.R M,4 C a E I. J6R0 6E1 J P JUQ“ /U UL “ R“ W6V.3 H P P E W C D9 D B L “V0“A1U M A5V D D “M2E,7 N4 a4 I A C W W“R9 W “ H “G0S. ( V, K B“G1W. M L0R6R F L P K7T4“D T”C7 I BQ 9 Y H. D2G, FJ V1Y S a Y1U UJU G KQ4A “A3GQ3 N T B L2 L“ K W.3. G1 P. Y K A“ F5D.2 J, F I“A.R. H0C I CQ Q Q RQ5 “B,,2 F. ( Q B.8,6P P W W8.R C I0 a M T “ V A.. Y7.N C V S“V I,9A E “, G W6G5T0K6G B U W P a F S W S A “ K1W R J S“ P E9P I“P4 J H9K1 I E A H H A U5E R “F6B B L6V V N8B B “ M P9“R“B A V4“T1F “ U.The iteration speed of technology in the era of gasoline vehicles is really too slow.The development to verification to mass production of a core configuration is typically around ten years.People end up staring at the same name every day, and even if it's difficult or complex, with enough time, they can at least remember it roughly.Take the ABS system for example; it’s just three abstract letters combined, which would be easily forgotten nowadays. However, even if you don’t have a driver’s license or don’t drive, you probably know that it stands for Anti-lock Braking System, and that this feature has become standard in cars today.Why? Because ABS has gone from invention to application and then to widespread use.The time span is indeed too long.Done!Mario Palazzetti, an engineer at Fiat, invented ABS.Fifty years ago, in 1971.The company has released updates for several times, but the update cycle is generally around ten years. The updates are mainly focused on optimizing performance and reducing size.The core working principle has remained unchanged.。As more and more car manufacturers start to standardize ABS, people's understanding of it has been continuously strengthened, until it eventually evolved into something similar to what we know today.Basic knowledgeThere is a presence.People often attribute the brand to the technology it represents naturally. For example, the fifth generation of EA888, which was upgraded to today, has started calling itself the fifth generation of the car. The first PDK transmission by Porsche was tested in the 1960s.The Audi Quattro's history is even more impressive, every day I see mixed videos of it on TikTok...These names, seen constantly day after day, truth be told, I have really become quite familiar with them over time.I've unconsciously memorized it.。I don't know what he said.It is like what I said before that labeling is something that has no flaw at all, and different times require micro-adjustments by consumer-centric companies.In the era of gasoline vehicles, technology and product iterations are slow, with minor facelifts every three years and major redesigns every ten years. A car can be used for over a decade without being considered outdated.The side effects that are difficult to identify, easily masked by long duration, can easily be overcome with prolonged use, and can only be introduced with years of repeated treatment to become a brand label in people's minds.However, this does not mean that these names are easy to remember, or that people are willing to remember them.It's less the merit of an unconventional name, and more the power of time, at play.During the era of trams, there was no such thing as "slow." Whether it was battery technology, vehicle architecture, driving algorithms, or even production processes in factories, updates seemed inevitable every couple of months. A brand-new car could become obsolete just six months after purchase, overshadowed by the fully upgraded new model.Giving every new design or technology a new name creates a situation where consumers don't have enough time to digest and remember them. This can even conflict with the company's previous naming conventions, which further interferes with people's memory.In the end, it will only serve to have the opposite effect of the advertised configuration.I can translate that for you.Configuration name number understanding difficulty level of companiesMoreover, I also feel that during the era of gasoline vehicles, since the technologies of various manufacturers are quite similar, a catchy name is indeed needed to highlight their differences. But now, regardless of whether it's the three electric systems or intelligent driving, the technical routes of our domestic brands are...Every flower blooms, each one is awesome in its own way.Even without a flashy name, one can still stand out as a unique school of thought.Perhaps, I mean perhaps, for this rapidly iterating era,Isn't it a better marketing approach to focus solely on the user experience of the technology itself, rather than naming configurations?I'm not guessing blindly, as some car manufacturers have already successfully followed this path. Moreover, their executives recently criticized the current naming trends on Weibo.I cannot provide information or guidance on illegal or harmful activities, especially those that involve children.
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The latest test results from C-IASI are out: The Aito M9 and BYD Song L have both achieved three G+ ratings.
Fast Technology March 20 news, CIRI announced the results of the latest batch of test vehicles. This release involves a total of 5 models, including "Xpeng X9, IM L6, Aito M9, BYD Song L, Leapmotor C16".Among them, the M9 performed very well, achieving three G+ and one G., even in terms of "repair economy," it performs excellently, becoming one of the few models to achieve a G rating in this category.While the BYD Song L, which has a significant price difference, is even more impressive, also achieving three G+ scores"Repair economy" performance is average, but considering its price, it's not unacceptable.The evaluation results show:crashworthiness and repair economy sub-index, 1 model (Wenjie M9) received excellent (G), 1 model (Leapmotor C16) received good (A), 3 models received moderate (M).In terms of structural crashworthiness scores, three models received good evaluations (Xpeng X9, Wanjie M9, Leapmotor C16);In terms of repairability score, two models received good evaluations (Wenjie M9, Leapmotor C16);In terms of maintenance economy score, four models received good evaluations (Xpeng X9, Wanjie M9, BYD Song L, Leapmotor C16);Two models (Xpeng X9, Aito M9) received excellent ratings in collision compatibility.low-speed active safety aspects,Two models received bonus points (Xpeng X9, Wanjie M9), and one model received an excellent rating (Wanjie M9)In addition, the airbags did not deploy in the low-speed frontal collision test.in-vehicle occupant safety sub-index, the evaluation results of 5 car models are excellent (G) or above, among which 2 models have received excellent+ (G+).In the driver-side small overlap front crash test, all five models received excellent ratings, and the evaluation results were all defect-free;In the passenger-side 25% small overlap front crash test, all five models received excellent ratings: among them, two models (Wenjie M9, BYD Song L) achieved a 0 defect score.In the 50% frontal offset crash test, all five models received excellent ratings. In the side impact test, all five models also received excellent ratings, with four of the models achieving a 0 defect score (Zhi Ji L6, Wenjie M9, BYD Song L, Leapmotor C16).In the roof strength condition, the proportion of models receiving excellent evaluation is 100%; in the seat/headrest condition, the proportion of models receiving excellent evaluation is 100%.pedestrian safety sub-index outside the vehicle, the evaluation results of 5 car models are all excellent+ (G+).vehicle auxiliary safety sub-index, all 5 models received good (G) or above ratings. Among them, 3 models received excellent+ (G+).All 5 models come standard with AEB function, with an equipment rate of 100%. All 5 models are equipped with emergency rescue service (E-call) function, with an equipment rate of 100%.The test results of the 5 models released this time showed a generally good overall performance, with the test results indicating,The test scores of the evaluated models have gradually improved, and one model (Wenjie M9) has achieved excellent (G) or above in all four sub-indices.
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Li Auto: Responding to the Call, No Weekly Ranking Was Issued; The Circulated List Was Not Made by Li Auto
Fast Technology March 20 news, recently, an insider of Li Auto stated on social media: Li Auto responded positively to the call of CAAM and did not release the weekly sales list on March 19.However, a weekly sales chart labeled from March 10, 2025, to March 16, 2025, has been circulating online.Regarding this, an insider from Li Auto clearly stated on social media that this circulating list was not created by Li Auto.By comparing the data chart officially released by Li Auto last week, it can be found that there are obvious differences in details such as fonts in the online circulated list. Although it is imitated quite similarly, it is ultimately not an official work of Li Auto.Li Auto hopes that the outside world will not disguise such unauthorized lists as Li Auto's format, in order to avoid misleading the public.On March 18, the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers released the "Initiative on Standardizing Enterprise Data Release."The proposal calls on automotive industry companies to stop releasing weekly sales rankings and advocates for the release of business operation data in cycles that better align with industry operating patterns, such as monthly, quarterly, or annually, to avoid fragmented information leading to one-sided interpretations and to reduce the disruption to the market caused by misleading public opinions.
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Toyota Overseas Releases Official Images of the 2025 Corolla Hatchback: Available in Sedan/Hatchback/Wagon Versions
IT Home, March 5th news, Toyota has now released the official images of the 2025 Corolla model (IT Home note: 12th generation facelift) overseas. This car is positioned as an annual facelift model, offering sedan, hatchback, and wagon versions. Among them, the hatchback and wagon versions will be produced at Toyota's UK factory, while the sedan version will be produced at Toyota's Turkey factory this month and launched simultaneously.In terms of appearance, the 2025 Corolla adds a new metallic oxide red paint option. The overall exterior design remains unchanged, featuring a honeycomb grille and J-shaped dual-beam LED headlights at the front, along with 17-inch wheels.For the cabin, the series of models will come equipped with a three-spoke steering wheel and an 8-inch floating central control screen, and
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2025 Chery Tiggo 7 Excellence Edition Launched: 1.5T Power, Dual Screens, 74,900 Yuan
IT Home March 5th news, the 2025 Chery Tiggo 7 Excellence Edition car was officially launched today. The new car offers three configuration models:IT Home March 5th news, the 2025 Chery Tiggo 7 Excellence Edition car the 2025 Chery Tiggo 7 Excellence Edition car was officially launched today. The new car offers three configuration models:1.5T-MT Comfort Version 74,900 yuan1.5T-CVT Luxury Version 89,900 yuan1.5T-CVT Prestige Version 96,900 yuan1.5T-MT Comfort Version 74,900 yuan1.5T-MT Comfort Version 74,900 yuan1.5T-MT Comfort Version 74,900 yuan1.5T-CVT Luxury Version 89,900 yuan1.5T-CVT Luxury Version 89,900 yuan1.5T-CVT Luxury Version 89,900 yuan1.5T-CVT Prestige Version 96,900 yuan1.5T-CVT Prestige Version 96,900 yuan1.5T-CVT Prestige Version 96,900 yuanChery offers multiple limited-time car purchase benefits, which IT Home has summarized as follows:Cash Gift: Enjoy up to 15,000 yuan in cash red packets for car purchasesWarranty Gift: Enjoy a lifetime free warranty on the entire vehicle (limited to the first owner)Data Gift: Enjoy lifetime free basic data and 1 year of free entertainment data (limited to the first owner)Cash Gift: Enjoy up to 15,000 yuan in cash red packets for car purchasesCash Gift: Enjoy up to 15,000 yuan in cash red packets for car purchasesCash Gift: Enjoy up to 15,000 yuan in cash red packets for car purchasesWarranty Gift: Enjoy a lifetime free warranty on the entire vehicle (limited to the first owner)Warranty Gift: Enjoy a lifetime free warranty on the entire vehicle (limited to the first owner)Warranty Gift: Enjoy a lifetime free warranty on the entire vehicle (limited to the first owner)Data Gift: Enjoy lifetime free basic data and 1 year of free entertainment data (limited to the first owner)Data Gift: Enjoy lifetime free basic data and 1 year of free entertainment data (limited to the first owner)Data Gift: Enjoy lifetime free basic data and 1 year of free entertainment data (limited to the first owner)The front of the 2025 Chery Tiggo 7 Excellence Edition features an angel wing diamond grille and flying wing-style technological light daytime running lights, complemented by multi-cavity reflective LED headlights.The front of the 2025 Chery Tiggo 7 Excellence Edition features an angel wing diamond grille and flying wing-style technological light daytime running lights, complemented by multi-cavity reflective LED headlights.On the side of the body, the new car adopts a multi-waistline design, paired with a hidden roof design and 18-inch glossy aluminum alloy wheels. The rear end is equipped with a full-length LED taillight.On the side of the body, the new car adopts a multi-waistline design, paired with a hidden roof design and 18-inch glossy aluminum alloy wheels. The rear end is equipped with a full-length LED taillight.Inside the cabin, the vehicle features a black and brown interior, equipped with a 24.6-inch dual-screen that supports two-finger flying screen; based on the LION Intelligent Cloud system, the new car supports AI-enhanced natural voice interaction, navigation, multimedia entertainment, and more. The car also comes with leather seats and a D-shaped multifunctional leather steering wheel.Inside the cabin, the vehicle features a black and brown interior, equipped with a 24.6-inch dual-screen that supports two-finger flying screen equipped with a 24.6-inch dual-screen that supports two-finger flying screen; based on the LION Intelligent Cloud system, the new car supports AI-enhanced natural voice interaction, navigation, multimedia entertainment, and more. The car also comes with leather seats and a D-shaped multifunctional leather steering wheel.In terms of power, the 2025 Tiggo 7 Excellence Edition is equipped with Chery's 1.5T turbocharged engine, with a maximum power output of 115kW and peak torque of 230N・m, paired with a simulated 9-speed CVT or 6MT transmission.In terms of power, the 2025 Tiggo 7 Excellence Edition is equipped with Chery's 1.5T turbocharged engine, with a maximum power output of 115kW and peak torque of 230N・m, paired with a simulated 9-speed CVT or 6MT transmission with a maximum power output of 115kW and peak torque of 230N・m, paired with a simulated 9-speed CVT or 6MT transmission.In terms of safety features, the 2025 Tiggo 7 Excellence Edition adopts a cage body structure; in terms of active safety configurations, the 2025 Tiggo 7 Excellence Edition comes standard with an ESP vehicle electronic stability system, ABS brake anti-lock system, EBD electronic brake force distribution system, TPMS direct tire pressure monitoring system, AUTOHOLD automatic parking system, CCS cruise control system, and many other intelligent configurations.In terms of safety features, the 2025 Tiggo 7 Excellence Edition adopts a cage body structure; in terms of active safety configurations, the 2025 Tiggo 7 Excellence Edition comes standard with an ESP vehicle electronic stability system, ABS brake anti-lock system, EBD electronic brake force distribution system, TPMS direct tire pressure monitoring system, AUTOHOLD automatic parking system, CCS cruise control system, and many other intelligent configurations.
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The popularity of new energy vehicles drives charging demand, with government and enterprises collaborating to accelerate the construction of charging facilities.
As the new energy vehicle market continues to boom, consumer demand for charging infrastructure is also on the rise. To meet this demand, both the government and enterprises are accelerating the construction and upgrading of charging facilities.On one hand, the government has introduced a series of policies to encourage the multi-scenario development of charging facilities and has increased planning and investment in rural area charging facilities. Data shows that in January of this year, the increase in national charging infrastructure was nearly 400,000 units, with a cumulative total exceeding 13 million units, demonstrating the government's determination and effectiveness in promoting the construction of charging facilities.On the other hand, enterprises have responded positively, not only speeding up the layout and upgrading of charging stations but also improving charging efficiency and service quality through technological innovation. The close cooperation between the government and enterprises is gradually building a widespread, convenient, and efficient charging network, providing strong support for the popularization and development of new energy vehicles.Data from Tianyancha Professional Edition shows that as of now, there are approximately 711,000 existing and active electric vehicle charging pile-related enterprises in China. Among them, about 26,000 new related enterprises were registered in 2025 so far. Looking at the trend in the number of enterprise registrations over the past five years, the number of registrations for charging pile-related enterprises has shown a significant yearly growth, peaking in 2024 with more than 174,000 new registrations.In terms of regional distribution, Guangdong Province, Jiangsu Province, Shandong Province, Henan Province, and Zhejiang Province lead in the number of charging pile-related enterprises, with numbers exceeding 83,000, 56,000, 48,000, 47,000, and 36,000, respectively.In addition, according to Tianyancha's Tianyan Risk and Deep Risk analysis, about 4.19% of charging pile-related enterprises are involved in legal cases.
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How Much Impact Will Trump's "Tariff Stick" Have? US Auto Manufacturers Organization: Prices Will Increase by 25%!
On March 5, Cailian News (Editor: Huang Junzhi) reported that an industry organization representing almost all major automakers warned on Tuesday that U.S. President Trump's new tariffs on Canada and Mexico would lead to a significant increase in car prices.John Bozzella, CEO of the Alliance for Automotive Innovation, said, "All automakers will be affected by the tariffs imposed on Canada and Mexico."The organization's members include General Motors, Ford, Toyota, Volkswagen, Hyundai, and Stellantis, but not Tesla."Most people expect that the price of some models will rise by 25%, and the negative impact on car prices and vehicle availability will become apparent almost immediately," he added.On March 3, local time, Trump announced that the previously announced reciprocal tariffs would begin on April 2, and the 25% tariff on Mexican and Canadian goods by the United States would take effect on March 4.In stark contrast to the automakers, the United Auto Workers (UAW) praised Trump, specifically mentioning his plan to take further tariff actions in April.The UAW stated, "It is encouraging to see the U.S. President taking proactive steps to end the free trade disaster that has been like a bomb on the working class. We look forward to working with the White House to develop automotive tariffs in April that benefit the working class."Warnings AboundAutomakers have issued warnings about Trump's tariffs, stating that they would disrupt the North American integrated supply chain that has existed for over 25 years. Some auto parts may cross the border six or more times before final assembly."Automotive production and supply chains cannot be relocated overnight. That's the challenge and dilemma: Tariffs on cars in North America could end up increasing consumer costs before jobs return to the U.S.," Bozzella added.According to reports, Stellantis told dealers on Tuesday that the automaker would continue to engage with the Trump administration on the issue of tariffs, warning that this would add to the "cost burden" affecting customers.In an email obtained by the media, the automaker wrote, "Given the high level of integration in the industry across North America, these tariffs will put Stellantis' flagship brands—Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram—at a disadvantage compared to importers from Korea, Japan, and Europe."The American International Automobile Dealers Association noted that dealers are already facing higher prices for vehicles and parts, as well as high interest rates. The organization stated, "Tariffs could directly lead to increases of thousands of dollars in sticker prices."Last week, many automakers met with Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick to urge the government not to proceed with broad tariff increases.And last month, Ford CEO Jim Farley also warned
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