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VW pushes ahead with 'super platform' for self-driving electric cars

VW Trinity concept
The production version of the VW Trinity concept will use the new SSP architecture that allows for Level 4 autonomous driving and new battery cell technology.
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By:
Nick Gibbs
July 26, 2021 10:38 AM

Volkswagen Group will produce 40 million vehicles on its new electric "super platform" that will replace combustion-engine and full-electric platforms used by its brands including VW, Skoda, Seat, Audi and Porsche.

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Donald Trump revokes EV policies with speed — and uncertain legal standing

President Donald Trump is slated to sign a bill that would roll back California's clean transportation waivers, one of many moves to unravel federal support for EVs.

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Donald Trump revokes EV policies with speed — and uncertain legal standing
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First wind tunnel, turbine cars and minivans: 100 years of Chrysler innovations
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Waymo leads autonomy race, but Tesla could quickly close gap in competition of ‘heavyweights’
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Pete Bigelow
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New Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa faces series of hurdles
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