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InsideEVs
1 day ago
Cars

Mercedes CEO Says EV Transition 'Might Take Longer Than Expected'

Mercedes-Benz is extending the timeline for its transition to zero-emission vehicles due to slower EV growth and consumer demand for combustion engines. [ more ]
www.teslarati.com
16 hours ago
Cars

Ford's EV plans take latest backstep with European retreat in favor of hybrids

Ford considering hybrid electric vehicles due to consumer interest despite EV losses and regulatory pressure. [ more ]
Ars Technica
2 months ago
Cars

Mercedes-Benz scales back electric ambitions as EV pessimism grows

Mercedes-Benz is scaling back its electric vehicle ambitions, expecting only half its sales to be electrified vehicles by the second half of the decade.
Global EV sales growth is slowing, with corporations adjusting their strategies due to weakening demand among consumers. [ more ]
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Harvard Business Review
3 days ago
Business

The U.S. Economy's Soft Landing Is Still on Track

Recent macroeconomic data reflects U.S. economic strength, not weakness, with consumer demand remaining high despite challenges like inflation.
Pessimists had to acknowledge the U.S. economy's resilience with moderated inflation and sustained growth, dispelling concerns of a looming economic downturn. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
16 hours ago
Cars

The Chevy Malibu Was So Uncool It Was Cool

General Motors is discontinuing the Chevrolet Malibu model to focus on SUVs and electric cars. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Cars

New cars in EU and UK growing 1cm wider every two years, shows report

New cars in the EU and UK have grown 1cm wider every two years, driven by large SUVs.
Big cars are more dangerous in crashes, emit more toxic gas, and take up more space on roads. [ more ]
Intelligencer
5 months ago
Cars

Elon Musk's Cybertruck Is Striking - and Poorly Timed

The Tesla Cybertruck, despite its unique design and appeal, faces a challenging road ahead due to the current environment for electric vehicles.
Electric vehicle sales have not met the lofty projections from last year, suggesting a ceiling on consumer demand.
The successful launch and adoption of the Cybertruck will depend on Tesla's ability to overcome production issues and address concerns about electric vehicle infrastructure. [ more ]
Exchangewire
2 weeks ago
Marketing

Does the Ad Industry Take Sustainability Seriously?

The ad industry faces a critical choice between prioritizing profits or the planet amidst increasing consumer demand for ethical accountability. [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
1 month ago
Marketing

These companies are blending innovation and education to combat the climate crisis

Consumers value sustainable stories from brands
Innovative textiles can attract business from sustainability-focused companies [ more ]
MarTech
5 months ago
Marketing

Strong Cyber Week sales show consumers are willing to spend | MarTech

Strong Cyber Week numbers indicate consumer demand despite previous concerns.
Discounts played a significant role in driving online spending during Cyber Week. [ more ]
App Developer Magazine
2 months ago
Business intelligence

Cloud gaming market research report| App Developer Magazine

The Cloud Gaming Market is projected to reach USD 143.4 billion by 2032 with a CAGR of 46.9% from 2023.
Europe contributes 27% revenue share in the cloud gaming market. [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
4 months ago
Business intelligence

Rethinking business travel can help achieve 2024 sustainability goals. An Uber exec explains how

Corporations have the power to propel change and address climate change through sustainability initiatives.
Consumers increasingly value product sustainability and expect corporations to do more to address climate change. [ more ]
New York Post
3 months ago
Apple

Apple developing prototypes for a foldable clamshell iPhone: report

Apple has developed prototypes of a foldable iPhone that folds like a clamshell
The foldable iPhone is in the early stages of development and may not be available until 2026 [ more ]
TechRepublic
3 months ago
Privacy professionals

Australian Organisations Face Tensions Between Personalisation, Privacy

Organisations in Australia are facing a challenge with data as they try to balance the demand for personalized services with customer concerns about privacy.
Personalization is valuable for businesses as it can increase customer acquisition, revenue, and marketing return on investment. However, only 16% of consumers believe that companies are doing enough to safeguard their data. [ more ]
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