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Hertz Shifts Gear: Electric Rentals Out, Gas Models In

Hertz, a major player in the rental industry, is set to sell 20,000 electric vehicles (EVs), including Teslas, Chevrolets, and BMWs, opting for gas-powered models due to heightened repair costs. The move aligns with a broader trend seen in Ford and GM, slowing down their electric vehicle production. Hertz's 2022 orders of 100,000 Teslas and 65,000 Polestar EVs signal a significant shift.

By Dabbie Davis

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Stellantis, Blackberry Unite for Virtual Cockpit, Redefining In-Car Software Development Dynamic

Stellantis and BlackBerry's collaboration transforms in-vehicle tech with Amazon's cloud and QNX Hypervisor, unveiling the Virtual Cockpit. This speeds up automotive control and system development, achieving progress 100 times faster. The CES 2024 reveal showcases a "nonbranded" QNX Hypervisor. Stellantis plans 20 billion euros in revenue by 2030, advancing software and connected car services under Dare Forward 2030. The three tech platforms, STLA Brain, AutoDrive, and SmartCockpit, are part of this transformative journey.

By Dabbie Davis

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