Volkswagen launches joint venture with US electric car company Rivian

Berlin, Germany – German auto giant Volkswagen has officially launched a joint venture with US electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian, committing to a $5.8 billion investment, $800 million more than previously planned, to accelerate its electric vehicle transition. The partnership is expected to produce its first models based on Rivian’s advanced electric car technology from 2027,…

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Germany’s far-right AfD to remain under investigation until election

Berlin, Germany – German intelligence agencies are to continue investigating the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) until after February’s elections, security sources told dpa on Wednesday, as a regional court dealt the party a further blow. The party – which is currently second in national polls – has been classified by security services as a…

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