Well, Oliver Zipse, CEO of BMW, thanks so much for speaking to us. Speaking to Bloomberg on the eve of the Munich Auto Show, where really BMW is one of the European carmakers really headlining the event with the release of the New Neu class, this new sort of era defining car for BMW. I believe we have the ix3 that's there behind you.I'd like for you to sort of detail for us what we can expect from this new car, its significance for BMW. How is the experience of driving the neue klasse going to be different. ...

韩国方面认为日美贸易协议会对本国汽车产业造成不利影响，因美国对进口韩国汽车征收的关税仍为25%。韩国方面称，目前正在评估行政令，并与美方进行磋商，但很难说韩国何时也能获得同样的汽车关税削减待遇。 ...

Project Overview - Yibin City Public Transport Co., Ltd. has announced a procurement project for 98 pure electric buses for 2025, with a total budget of RMB 82.884 million [1][2] - The project is divided into four lots, with specific requirements for bus lengths: Lot 1 (10 buses, 6900-7500mm), Lot 2 (30 buses, 8450-8900mm), Lot 3 (38 buses, 10490-10990mm), and Lot 4 (20 buses, 11700-12000mm) [2] Funding and Budget - The funding for the project will be sourced from the company's own funds [3] - The budget breakdown for each lot is as follows: Lot 1: RMB 5.8 million, Lot 2: RMB 21.3 million, Lot 3: RMB 36.024 million, Lot 4: RMB 19.76 million [3] Supplier Qualifications - Suppliers must meet the conditions outlined in Article 22 of the Government Procurement Law of the People's Republic of China, including having the ability to independently assume civil liability and maintaining good commercial credit [7] - Suppliers are required to have the necessary equipment and professional technical capabilities to fulfill the contract [7] Document Acquisition and Submission - Interested suppliers must register on the Yibin Enterprise Sunshine Procurement Service Platform to obtain the bidding documents [4] - Responses must be submitted online through the same platform, encrypted with a digital certificate (CA) [5] Timeline - The announcement was published on September 3, 2025, with the deadline for document acquisition set for September 10, 2025 [8] - The deadline for submitting response documents is September 17, 2025 [8] Contact Information - Contact details for the procurement are provided, including phone numbers and email addresses for inquiries [15]

Core Insights - The article discusses how AI can significantly reduce customer acquisition costs and enhance profitability for businesses, particularly in the context of marketing and sales efficiency [2][30]. Group 1: AI Integration in Marketing - AI is positioned as a "second brain" for sales, marketing, and service personnel, emphasizing its role beyond just a tool [3]. - The development of a proprietary AI platform by RuTai integrates four key capabilities: knowledge management, workflow engine, dialogue support, and agent creation tools [4][5]. - The platform transforms general AI capabilities into secure, controllable, and easily deployable enterprise tools, addressing critical issues like data security and system integration [5]. Group 2: AI Applications in Customer Journey - AI can enhance various stages of the customer journey, including customer acquisition, conversion, delivery, and service [6]. - A case study involving a Fortune 500 automotive parts company illustrates how AI can streamline sales processes by automating customer information retrieval and opportunity identification [6][11][12]. - AI tools can intelligently recommend products based on customer needs, improving the accuracy and efficiency of sales recommendations [13]. Group 3: Addressing B2B Marketing Challenges - Current B2B enterprises face challenges such as low marketing efficiency and poor customer matching, leading to industry "involution" [18]. - AI can help identify new market opportunities by analyzing data and breaking cognitive boundaries, as demonstrated by a chip trading company that expanded its market reach [18][19]. - The article outlines a framework for achieving cost reduction, efficiency improvement, and high-quality growth through AI [19]. Group 4: Quantitative Benefits of AI - AI can reduce customer acquisition costs by over 50%, with traditional costs ranging from 150-200 yuan per lead [24]. - Sales efficiency can be significantly improved, allowing sales personnel to focus on high-quality leads rather than spending time on low-value tasks [24]. - The article highlights that AI can help businesses identify and target high-value customers, leading to increased order profit margins by up to 30% [24]. Group 5: Industry Engagement and Future Directions - The event featured participation from various industry leaders and decision-makers, indicating a strong interest in AI marketing applications [22]. - There is a general confusion in the industry regarding the practical implementation of AI in marketing, prompting further discussions and workshops [23]. - The article concludes with a call for collaboration among industry leaders to explore the logic and future directions of AI marketing [26].

Trade Policy - US to impose tariffs up to 15% on most Japanese products, including automobiles and parts [1] - Tariffs to take effect 7 days after the official announcement of the executive order [1] - Potential 25% tariffs on Japan and South Korea [3] Investment and Trade Agreements - Japan has agreed to invest $550 billion in selected US projects [1] - Japan to increase US rice purchases by 75% [1] - Japan to purchase $8 billion annually of US agricultural products, including corn, soybeans, fertilizers, and bioethanol (including sustainable aviation fuel) [1]

Japanese auto shares climbed in Tokyo after Donald Trump signed an executive order confirming a deal that limits US tariffs on the sector to 15%, lifting investor sentiment https://t.co/MmI0ulKj9p ...

Core Insights - ROHM Semiconductor and Schaeffler have commenced mass production of a new high-voltage inverter brick utilizing ROHM's SiC MOSFET bare chips, aimed at a major Chinese automaker [1][8] - The inverter brick enhances performance by supporting battery voltages exceeding 800V and managing RMS currents up to 650A, making it a compact power solution [2][4] - The strategic partnership between ROHM and Schaeffler, established in 2020 and reinforced in June 2023, focuses on innovation and sustainability in the automotive sector [6][11] Company Developments - Schaeffler's inverter brick is designed for scalability and modularity, facilitating integration into various inverter systems [3][4] - The brick includes essential components such as a power module for PWM, DC link capacitor, and an integrated DC boost function, allowing compatibility with 400V charging stations while maintaining 800V charging speeds [5][4] - Schaeffler has over 75 years of experience in motion technology and is recognized as one of Germany's most innovative companies, employing around 120,000 people globally [7]

Mercedes-Benz Group is considering allowing a rival to share its South African plant after the US ended a key trade pact, a move that has raised questions over the viability of the plant, according to people familiar with the matter https://t.co/zl1VRVOV95 ...

Core Insights - The heavy-lift drone industry is experiencing aggressive interest, creating new market entry opportunities for companies like First Tellurium Corp [1][5] - First Tellurium's subsidiary, PyroDelta Energy Inc., is advancing tellurium-based thermoelectric generator technology aimed at enhancing energy efficiency in various applications, including drones [2][3] Company Developments - PyroDelta has focused on building prototypes that improve the range and efficiency of high-capacity drones for industrial and defense applications [3][4] - The prototypes incorporate an electronically fuel-injected internal combustion engine with a specialized exhaust system designed to harvest waste heat and convert it into electricity [4] - The technology aims to support critical electronics and ignition systems while improving fuel efficiency, payload capacity, and drone range [4][5] Market Context - The global drone market was valued at approximately US$64.32 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 14.5% from 2024 to 2030, driven by technological advancements and decreasing costs [5] - The drone industry is viewed as a faster entry point into the market compared to other sectors like automotive and AI data centers, which are also seen as long-term opportunities [6]

BYD has slashed its full-year sales target by almost 20% as intense competition in its home market of China eats into profits, Reuters reports https://t.co/Jwge5v4pJ8 ...