AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoFord Europe Push: Ford unveiled a “Ready, Set, Ford” plan to launch seven new models in Europe by 2029, including two EVs (a B-segment hatchback and a small SUV) plus rally-bred electrified crossovers and a new Bronco variant—aimed at reversing years of passenger-car weakness. China Demand Drag: New data shows China’s retail sales barely grew in April and auto sales fell sharply, while industrial output cooled—signaling softer consumer momentum even as exports hold up. Stellantis x Dongfeng Reset: Stellantis and Dongfeng agreed to revive their China venture with fresh capital to locally produce Peugeot and Jeep models for wider markets. Motorsport Upset: At the Nürburgring 24 Hours, Max Verstappen looked on course for victory before a late drive-shaft failure ended his run, while Mercedes-AMG’s Ravenol entry took the win. Safety & Crime: Austin saw a weekend spree of at least 12 shootings and multiple car thefts, with three suspects now in custody.
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