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Why it matters — The rapid OEM moves we've seen since the Inflation Reduction Act became law could be coming up to a new series of twists and turns. We will be sure to report on how they may continue to change the trajectory for Dealers here in the US.
September 16, 2022
Bold strategy for de-escalating tension in Taiwan. Let’s see how it works out.
September 2, 2022
Oh, look, another intervention in the natural cycle of things that will definitely not have any repercussions down the road. ⛈
August 23, 2022
TL:DR — China thinks of Taiwan as Chinese territory, not a neighbor. Taiwan has never agreed. The US has historically been on the side of making new allies as opposed to maintaining old rivalries. Also, there are a lot of semiconductor chips on the table.
August 10, 2022
One small step away from a global food shortage, one medium size leap toward justice and peace.
July 25, 2022
Hulu made a show called “Super Pumped” about how cutthroat Uber’s founder was. So this leak is basically just free promotional material at this point.
July 13, 2022
Facts + Facts = Facts — Of the 50 most densely populated cities on the planet, China is home to 6. Just 4% of global auto parts are produced in China, but many of those parts are ONLY PRODUCED IN CHINA. Meaning: mass disruptions in the region affect automotive manufacturing the world over.
July 8, 2022
The UN still provides aid to the people and will send additional medical aid and supplies. President Biden has called for an assessment of possible US responses.
June 23, 2022
Japanese automakers are displaying how drawing a bigger circle is essential to thriving in the long run.
June 16, 2022
Quick Fact — A change this big would require more than 5 automotive plants to be completely retooled or constructed.
June 9, 2022
Telling it like an after-school special — Remember kids, for better or worse, when you trade with a nation you also trade with every nation that nation trades with.
June 2, 2022
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May 26, 2022
