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Automakers head north to test new cars. This year is proving more difficult


Published on 2025-03-02 06:21:29 - ABC
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  • Benny Leuchter, a Volkswagen factory race and test driver, has traveled the world to test-drive vehicles. The weeks and months analyzing vehicles in extreme temperatures is "tough on the engineers," he conceded. What's learned in the Arctic, though, has real-world consequences for consumers.

The article from MSN discusses how global warming is not only affecting ecosystems but also posing significant challenges for the automotive industry. Rising temperatures are leading to more frequent and severe weather events, which can damage vehicles and disrupt supply chains. For instance, extreme heat can degrade car batteries and tires, while flooding can cause rust and electrical issues. Additionally, the shift towards electric vehicles (EVs) is complicated by the increased demand for cooling, which reduces the range of EVs. Automakers are thus facing increased costs for research and development to adapt vehicles to these new conditions, alongside the need for more resilient materials and designs. This environmental shift also influences consumer behavior, with potential buyers considering the long-term durability and maintenance costs of vehicles in a changing climate.

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