Mercedes CEO Expresses Doubt about Feasibility of Europe-wide Ban on Sales of Gas-Powered Cars by 2035: TDS Report
Welcome back to The Downshift (TDS), your go-to source for the latest automotive news from around the world. This week, we bring you updates on new vehicle releases, recalls, and industry insights.
Ineos Grenadier SUV Price Drop
Good news for SUV enthusiasts! Ineos has announced a 9.8% price reduction for its Grenadier model, making it now available for $72,600. (Source)
Porsche RML GT Hypercar Debut
The highly anticipated Porsche RML GT Hypercar made its debut this week, boasting 907 horsepower and a design inspired by the Le Mans-winning Porsche GT1 from 1998. (Source)
Ford F-Series Pickup Truck Recall
Ford has issued a stop-sale and recall for 355,656 F-Series pickup trucks due to a digital gauge cluster issue. (Source)
Chevrolet 2025 Suburban High Country
The name of the driver testing the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban High Country remains undisclosed, but rest assured, we'll keep you updated as more information becomes available. (Source)
BMW CEO's Warning
BMW CEO Oliver Zipse has warned that automakers cannot afford mistakes as there will be a selection process in the industry. (Source)
Mercedes-Benz's Concerns about 2035 Gas-Engine Ban
Mercedes-Benz CEO Ola Kaellenius has expressed concerns about the 2035 gas-engine ban for new car sales in Europe in an open letter to the President of the European Commission. (Source)
Shift in Porsche's Battery Strategy
Porsche has announced a change in its battery strategy, focusing on research and development of high-performance battery cells instead of mass producing its own batteries. (Source)
Author's Current Ride
Currently behind the wheel of the 2025 Ford Mustang GTD, our author is putting the vehicle through its paces and will soon be sharing his thoughts with you. Stay tuned!
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