EV Battery Wins vs Fast Depreciation and Gas Enthusiast Value Holds
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Key trend in EV slowdown: Lithium demand decoupling from automotive cycles toward energy storage systems (ESS).
Toyota's reliable Corolla icon evolves into a 'want-to-drive' daily driver for 2027:
Former WRC champ Ott Tänak is back with Toyota Gazoo Racing, developing their 2027-spec rally car after his 2019 title win.
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From pioneer to purgatory: Toyota Prius, world's first mass-produced hybrid (1997 Japan, 2001 US), now just 9,737 Q1 2026 US sales – down 42% YoY...
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Tesla Assist delivers personalized vehicle support right in the app, using real-time data for faster fixes.
Quectel and Fibocom dominate cellular modules in connected cars, powering navigation, diagnostics, and updates—with Chinese firms holding ~50% global...
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