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- 2026-08-03 product_launch Kia announced its global sales figures for July, showing a 13.4% year-over-year increase. source
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AI development compared to a fan on a regular car, not a flying car
An organic computer scientist and self-proclaimed Luddite, Anthony, likens the current state of AI development to Kia announcing a flying car but only revealing a regular car with a small fan underneath. He expresses co…
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SpaceX stock plummets on AI server farm spending; Volvo leads Swedish EV sales
SpaceX's stock experienced a significant decline following reports of substantial capital expenditure on AI server halls, which the market perceived as a shift away from its core space exploration ambitions. The company…
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Kia reports 13.4% global sales increase in July
Kia announced its global sales for July, reporting a 13.4% year-over-year increase to 298,037 vehicles. This growth was driven by a 11.6% rise in overseas sales to 242,556 units and a significant 21.3% increase in domes…
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Ford F-150 trucks now offer $1,100 home backup power solutions
Ford is enabling owners of its F-150 hybrid and F-150 Lightning electric pickup trucks to use their vehicles as home backup generators. This system, which requires professional installation and costs around $1,100, allo…
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Hyundai workers strike over humanoid robot deployment fears · 1 source tracked
Hyundai workers in South Korea have initiated a strike, with a primary demand being a labor-management agreement before any humanoid robots are introduced onto the factory floor. This action is reportedly the first stri…
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Hyundai workers strike over humanoid robot deployment · 3 sources tracked
Hyundai auto workers in South Korea have initiated strikes due to concerns over the planned deployment of Atlas humanoid robots. The union is demanding better job security, including a shift to fixed salaries and a high…
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Hyundai and Kia develop UV-C car sanitation system
Hyundai and Kia are developing a new in-car sanitation system called Plasma Care UVC, which uses far-ultraviolet C (Far-UVC) light to reduce bacteria and viruses. This technology is designed to operate safely even with …
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EV charging network IONNA expands in Florida with gas station reliability
IONNA is expanding its electric vehicle charging network in Florida, aiming to provide a reliable and user-friendly experience akin to traditional gas stations. The company has partnered with eight major automotive manu…
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Hyundai and Kia achieve record US sales in May driven by eco-friendly models
Hyundai Motor Group reported a record-high sales volume in the United States for May, with a 2.7% year-over-year increase to 174,860 vehicles. This growth was primarily driven by strong sales of eco-friendly models. Hyu…
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Genesis Europe EV push stalls amid Chinese competition
Genesis, Hyundai's premium automotive brand, is struggling to establish a foothold in the European market with its electric vehicle strategy. Despite offering competitive pricing and unique service models, Genesis sold …
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New car running costs vary widely amid fuel price surge
Gasoline prices have significantly increased, with national averages for regular unleaded reaching $4.55 per gallon and premium at $5.42. This surge, attributed to Middle East conflicts, has made fueling vehicles over 4…
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Chinese AI models face 'token tax' as Chinese text costs more than English
The Hang Seng Tech Index saw a significant rise of nearly 4%, with major tech companies like Xiaomi Group and Alibaba experiencing substantial gains. This surge in the Hong Kong stock market coincided with news of mixed…
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Hyundai and Kia report US sales dip in April, but hybrid sales hit record high
Modern and Kia reported a slight year-over-year decrease in US sales for April, selling 159,216 vehicles, a 2.1% drop. Despite the overall decline, both companies achieved a new monthly record for hybrid vehicle sales. …