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https://electrek.co/2025/04/23/vw-id-unyx-06-gets-next-gen-software-lfp-batteries-and-20560-price-tag/ VW ID.UNYX 06 gets next-gen software, LFP batteries, and $20,560 price tag Avatar for Jo Borrás Jo Borrás | Apr 23 2025 - 5:55 am PT 23 Comments Volkswagen launches ID.UNYX 06 SUV starting from 20,560 USD If you thought Tesla was having a bad time in China before, it just got worse. Volkswagen has released an updated version of its ID.UNYX 06 electric crossover in China with a freshened interior, upgraded software, and a starting price equivalent to just $20,560 that’s bound to steal even more sales from Tesla’s slow-selling Model Y. Built by Volkswagen (Anhui) Automotive Company Limited (formerly JAC-VW), CarNewsChina is reporting that the freshened VW is being positioned as a facelift of the original ID.UNYX which made its debut in 2024, bringing comprehensive upgrades that are, “focused on intelligence, entertainment, and personalization features.” The ID.UNIYX 06 also gets a fresh “Twilight Blue” metallic exterior color along with a golden badge trim typical of JAC VWs. Inside, the 06 debuts Volkswagen’s latest ID.S 5.4 infotainment system, which features a significantly updated user interface, in-car gaming, and (allegedly) Metaverse social media features. The entry-level ID.UNYX 06 Pure is equipped with a 53.6 kWh Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery good for up to 426 km (264 miles) of CLTC-rated range. That seems to be powered by the same 210 kW (281 hp) electric drive motor on the rear axle as last year’s base UNYX, which was powered by a 77 kWh battery and offers up to 621 km (385 miles) CLTC. There is also an all-wheel-drive version with two electric drive motors and an output of 250 kW (335 hp).

Because this is a consumer survey.

Link to report 2025 Market Outlook Report Q1

China Allows New Coal Plants, but With More Limited Role

China is investing in renewables and other tech to reduce their reliance on The ROW and the US in particular. The US military is preparing to attack Iran as we speak. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14584121/Trump-Iran-stealth-bombers-direct-talks.html Much like Russia, China's demographics give it a small window for military expansion. War would be bad for the US and Worse for China.

This isn't going to end well.

Volkswagen’s cheapest EV ever is the first to use Rivian software https://techcrunch.com/2025/03/05/volkswagens-cheapest-ev-ever-is-the-first-to-use-rivian-software/

The Volkswagen ID. Every1 Previews An Affordable EV For The Masses

it feels like a conspiracy.

I never saw this coming......... Former 2000 Focus, Current 2012 Focus, 2014 Transit Connect owner

if "negotiation tactics" means taking credit for ending a crisis he created. https://apnews.com/article/trump-tariffs-canada-mexico-sheinbaum-trudeau-007d85795c0406b71edd256caddcc3c3 I have a bad feeling about the next few months.

Gas is too cheap. The federal gas tax was last increased in 1993,

or was it effective lobbying by UAW and Big 3 Automakers? #RegulatoryCapture

Here's why we swapped small cars, sedans, and hatchbacks in favor of bigger crossovers, SUVs, and trucks. Why We Swapped Sedans For SUVs and Trucks (It's the law)