United States: Department of Justice and Federal Trade Commission revoke cooperation with competitors
in short On December 11, 2024, the U.S. Department of Justice (“DOJ”) and the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) announced the revocation of the 2000 Antitrust Guidance on Competitor Cooperation. The guidelines outline the agencies' views on how to analyze competitor collaborations under antitrust law and provide a "safe zone" for certain types of collaborations that the agencies say will not be challenged. The FTC voted 3-2 to withdraw the guidance, with two Republican commissioners writing a dissenting statement criticizing the FTC's Democratic leadership for the timing of the decision — pointing to the upcoming change of administration and the past four years. Lack of action. As Commissioner Ferguson, announced by President-elect Donald Trump as the new Chairman of the Federal Trade Commission, said, “The time for the Biden-Harris Commission to conduct a review of this type of guidance is over. Last month, the American people elected a new President. "Now is the time to facilitate an orderly transition." The DOJ…
Skoda Kalak vs Competitors Comparison
Skoda Kailac With a competitive base model price, turbo-petrol engine and attractive design, Skoda Kylaq has the potential to become a best-seller Skoda has launched Kylaq, a sub-4 meter SUV with a price range of Rs 7.89 lakh to Rs 14.40 lakh. It's going to be an uphill battle as there are already several popular options in this space. To understand its potential, here is a spec comparison of Skoda Kylaq, Maruti Brezza, Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Mahindra XUV3XO, Nissan Magnite and Renault Kiger. Skoda Kylaq compared to competitors Since the Kylaq is only available in petrol engine options, the price comparison is limited to the petrol version of the sub-4m SUV. Those who prefer diesel engines can choose from options like Nexon, Venue, Sonet and XUV3XO. The Kylaq, Brezza, Magnite and Kiger are only available in petrol engine options. Only Brezza and Nexon offer CNG models, while Nexon is the only one offering electric products. The XUV3XO’s…
Skoda Kylaq compared with competitors in detail
Skoda Kailac The newly launched Skoda Kylaq is priced competitively and comes with a fair amount of features and comfort Skoda Auto Volkswagen India PVT Ltd (SAVWIPL) is making a splash in India for the first time ever. Of course, the company has made waves before. But their latest Kylaq sub 4m SUV is the one that stands out the most. Not only is the company venturing into the highly competitive sub-4m SUV segment, but Skoda has also shown that they can price aggressively. The starting price of Rs 7.89 lakh (Ex-sh) is Skoda’s most competitive ever in India. At this price point, the Skoda Kylaq is also cheaper than most of its main rivals. Kylaq, meanwhile, gets nice features and gear to slug down opponents. While the full price list is yet to be announced, let's take a look at how competitive the top-of-the-line Skoda Kylaq model is. Skoda Kylaq vs rivals – Dimensions Skoda Kylaq and Rivl In…
Can Polestar 3 surpass its competitors with US production?
The South Carolina plant will produce vehicles that will be sold in the U.S. and exported to Europe. go through Brad Anderson 3 hours ago The company's plant in South Carolina, USA, has begun production of Polestar 3. The all-electric model starts at $73,400 and tops out at $84,900. The SUV is powered by a 111 kWh battery pack and a pair of electric motors. Polestar has begun production of the much-anticipated 3 at its South Carolina plant, making it the brand's first model to be produced on two continents simultaneously. However, local production alone won't be enough to ensure the car's success. The Polestar 3 has been delayed multiple times since its 2022 reveal. U.S. customers who lease the model are eligible for a $7,500 tax credit. While it's now produced locally, it's unclear which versions will qualify for the same tax credit when purchased outright (SUVs with an MSRP of more than $80,000, for example, are not eligible).…
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