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Musk’s big win in China: Tesla clears data security, full self driving hurdles for locally-made cars – ET Auto

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This came close on the heels of Tesla introducing fresh incentives in the world’s largest auto market to attract consumers. This is according to the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers. Tesla CEO Elon Musk ‘s surprise visit to China has proven to be a strategic move yielding significant results. Tesla Inc.’s

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Chinese Government think tank calls for refocusing auto industry on environment-friendly and energy-saving targets

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He also said that auto manufacturers should strengthen their safety and quality control standards. Sales of domestically-manufactured autos rose 36 percent year on year to reach 13.14 Sales of domestically-manufactured autos rose 36 percent year on year to reach 13.14

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Automakers whine about €15B fine they knew they’d risk for pushing gas cars

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de Meo tries to avoid blame for fines industry knew were coming Today, Luca de Meo, who is CEO of Renault and also head of the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA), said to Inter radio in France that fines could total €15 billion if fleet emissions remain at today’s level, or that automakers would need to give up the production of 2.5

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ZAP Acquires 51% Stake in China’s Jonway Auto in Focus On China EV Market; Plans Acquisition of Other 49% in Second Phase

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ZAP is a 15-year-old California EV company and Jonway Auto is a wholly owned subsidiary of Jonway Group, a 20-year-old Chinese vehicle manufacturer. According to the terms of the definitive agreements, ZAP will acquire 51% of Jonway Auto for US$29.03 million in cash.

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EU new-car market suffers worst performance in over two years

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The latest data from the European Automobile Manufacturers Association ( ACEA ) shows that every powertrain endured a double-digit decline in the month. August is the first full month after the EU brought in its provisional tariffs on Chinese-built BEVs. This affects more affordable all-electric made in China.

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Why Did Trump Propose a 100-Percent Tariff on Mexican Auto Imports?

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Earlier this week, Donald Trump suggested that he would impose a 100 percent tariff on select automobiles manufactured in Mexico — sending the industry into a minor tizzy. Having done some digging into the matter, Trump only appears to be targeting Chinese vehicles being manufactured south of the border. Think of it.

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