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Tesla has not submitted applications for the necessary permits to operate driverless taxis in California, according to state regulators, even as CEO Elon Musk projects an expansion to the San Francisco Bay Area in the coming months, reports Reuters. This development highlights ongoing challenges in deploying autonomous vehicle technology amid varying state requirements. California’s Strict…
On July 2, 2025, Lucid Group, Inc. reported a 38% increase in second-quarter vehicle deliveries, reaching 3,309 electric vehicles (EVs), up from 2,394 in Q2 2024. However, the figures missed Wall Street’s expectations of 3,611 units, reflecting challenges in the luxury EV market as economic pressures push consumers toward cheaper hybrids and gas-powered cars, according…
Lucid Motors is advocating for the $7,500 EV tax credit to remain in place for emerging automakers through 2026, arguing it levels the playing field against established brands. Interim CEO Marc Winterhoff emphasized fairness, noting that legacy manufacturers have long benefited from the incentive. This comes as Lucid ramps up production of its new Gravity…
Lucid Motors is redefining electric vehicle (EV) production by using fewer parts and prioritizing domestic suppliers, a strategy that enhances efficiency and resilience, according to VP of Engineering James Hawkins. Speaking at AutoTech 2025, Hawkins outlined how this approach delivers high-performance EVs while addressing supply chain challenges in a volatile global market, according to Automotiv
On May 6, 2025, Lucid Group will unveil its first-quarter financials, a critical moment for the luxury electric vehicle (EV) maker as it gears up for the Lucid Gravity SUV launch. With Lucid’s Investor Relations reporting a 58% surge in Q1 deliveries (3,109 vehicles) compared to last year, investors and EV enthusiasts are eager to…
Rivian, the electric vehicle (EV) innovator, is bracing for turbulence from President Trump’s new auto tariffs by stockpiling critical battery supplies, ensuring its production lines keep humming. According to a Bloomberg report, Rivian began amassing lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) battery cells from China’s Gotion High-Tech last year, a strategic move to shield its Commercial Van and…
Stellantis and partner Factorial Energy just dropped a bombshell in the electric vehicle world, announcing they’ve successfully validated automotive-sized solid-state battery cells that promise faster charging, higher energy density, and impressive performance even in tough temperatures. This breakthrough, detailed in a recent Stellantis press release, signals a major leap towards making next-gene
On April 28, 2025, a Tesla Cybertruck burst into flames at a Mesa, Arizona, dealership, marking another alarming chapter in a wave of attacks targeting electric vehicles (EVs) across the U.S. Mesa police arrested 35-year-old Ian Moses for suspected arson, raising concerns among EV owners and enthusiasts about safety and security at Tesla facilities. ABC15…
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