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“Make the world more dependent on China. Make China less dependent on the world.” – Xi Jinping (Politburo, Dual Circulation Strategy, May 2020) If China’s goal is total domination of the global auto industry, the master plan might look something like this:
- Scale Up: Build enough capacity to supply more than half of the world’s annual demand for vehicles.
- Flood In: Launch a frenzied push of exports into markets worldwide and, with aggressive pricing, take large chunks of market share.
First Look – 2026 Mustang Mach-E GT
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Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) said today that it is introducing the 2026 Mustang Mach-E® GT California Special. It’s a special edition as an optional package that brings a heritage-inspired design to the Mustang family’s newest member. In the 1960s, California dealers were responsible for a large portion of all Mustang sales and wanted their contributions to the vehicle’s success commemorated through a unique package. In 1968, the original California Special was born. The coupe’s original red and black accents and aero features would define the trim package for years. Just over 4000 of the original California Special Mustang vehicles were built.
“There is something about the idea of the California spirit that has always been associated with the Mustang brand,” Kristen Keenan, color and materials designer for Ford, said. “And now Mustang Mach-E joins as part of the family.” Continue reading →