The Detroit News reports that two years after promising an electric vehicle manufacturing revolution, America’s Battery Belt has collapsed into a landscape of stalled construction sites, mass layoffs, and desperate pivots to non-EV products. Despite $28 billion in taxpayer subsidies,…
Tesla is internally testing Apple CarPlay integration after years of CEO Elon Musk dismissing the feature as unnecessary, Bloomberg reported today. The stunning reversal comes as the electric vehicle maker faces collapsing sales across global markets and increased pressure following…
Toyota has reaffirmed its commitment to launching solid-state battery electric vehicles by 2027-2028, promising revolutionary 40-year battery lifespans and over 621 miles of range. But with a decade-long history of missed targets and competitors already testing similar technology on public…
Bentley CEO Frank-Steffen Walliser has publicly acknowledged that electric vehicle acceptance has hit an “all-time low” while announcing the luxury automaker’s next new model will be a petrol-powered Supersports performance car—not the EV the company promised just three years ago.…
Li Auto is recalling 11,411 of its flagship Mega multi-purpose electric vehicles in China following a dramatic battery fire in Shanghai on October 23, 2025, according to Bloomberg. The recall covers all 2024 Mega models produced between February 18, 2024,…
European car sales jumped 10.7% in September 2025, driven by a plug-in hybrid explosion that signals automakers are choosing profitable hybrids over money-losing pure electric vehicles to meet emissions targets. But the real story lies beneath the headline numbers: Tesla’s…
The European Union announced a comprehensive strategy to slash its dangerous dependence on Chinese rare earth materials just 16 days after Beijing imposed sweeping export restrictions that threaten to choke European electric vehicle production. European Commission President Ursula von der…
Chinese automaker Chery has unveiled a solid-state battery prototype claiming 600 watt-hours per kilogram of energy density—nearly double current lithium-ion technology—that could enable electric vehicles to travel up to 808 miles on a single charge. The announcement positions China’s leading…
Uber is launching a $4,000 grant program for drivers purchasing electric vehicles in select states, stepping in just as the federal EV tax credit vanished from the market. The ride-hailing giant announced Wednesday it’s rebranding “Uber Green” to “Uber Electric”…
Buckle up, EV enthusiasts: BMW might ship in Chinese batteries for its U.S.-built Neue Klasse models, all because a key supplier hit the brakes on a massive American factory. Drama in the supply chain? BMW is weighing the option to…
Mercedes-Benz signals a bold pivot toward electrification amid recent sales dips, announcing plans for numerous electric vehicles (EVs) over the next two years as part of what the company calls “the biggest product launch program in the history of Mercedes-Benz.”…
Tesla registrations tumbled in several European countries in July, even after the company introduced a refreshed Model Y, as CEO Elon Musk’s political stance, stricter regulations, and intensifying competition weigh on demand. This downturn highlights broader challenges for the electric…
Imagine shelling out for a sleek Porsche Taycan, only for tariffs to jack up prices – that’s the harsh reality hitting Mercedes and Porsche as they slash profit forecasts amid US trade blows and China’s cutthroat EV battles. Mercedes-Benz Group…
Ouch! Europe’s new car registrations tanked 5.1% last month—here’s why EV momentum is fading and what it spells for drivers. Europe’s automotive market faced a significant setback in June, with new car registrations dropping 5.1% to 1.24 million vehicles—the steepest…
Mercedes-Benz has announced a temporary halt to production of its EQE and EQS electric vehicle models in the U.S., a move that underscores growing challenges for the EV sector as federal incentives are poised to vanish. This decision arrives just…
As electric vehicle sales falter, major battery manufacturers are shifting focus to a booming market in large-scale energy storage systems, offering a potential buffer against losses in the automotive sector. This strategic pivot helps utilize underused factories and taps into…
On June 27, 2025, Volkswagen Group, BMW Group, Mercedes-Benz, and eight technology suppliers, including Bosch and Continental, signed a memorandum to develop a shared automotive software platform, aiming to challenge U.S. tech dominance in electric vehicle (EV) architectures, according to…
In a move highlighting the tension between Republican fiscal priorities and local economic benefits, Rep. Nancy Mace (R-South Carolina) has privately urged the Trump administration to release $285 million in federal funding for a Mercedes-Benz Vans plant northwest of Charleston…
The dream of fully autonomous cars continues to stall, leaving electric vehicle (EV) enthusiasts and industry watchers intrigued yet cautious. Despite early optimism following the US military’s Darpa challenge two decades ago, progress toward Level 5 self-driving cars—capable of driving…
Land Rover is gearing up to disrupt the luxury electric vehicle (EV) market with the launch of a rugged, entry-level Defender SUV, blending its iconic off-road heritage with cutting-edge electric technology. According to a recent article from AutoWeek, the British…
A massive influx of affordable electric vehicles (EVs) from China’s BYD has reached Brazil, with the BYD Shenzhen—world’s largest car-carrying ship—docking at Itajaí port on May 28, 2025. The vessel, loaded with the equivalent of 20 football fields’ worth of…
In a surprising turn of events, Automotive Energy Supply Corp. (AESC), a Chinese-owned battery manufacturer, has halted work on a $2 billion electric vehicle (EV) battery plant in Bowling Green, Kentucky, leaving behind a massive metal shell and unfulfilled promises…
BMW is set to redefine electric vehicle (EV) performance with the unveiling of the iX3 prototype, marking a significant leap forward under its innovative Neue Klasse platform. This all-new electric SUV, driven and reviewed by Autocar’s Greg Kable in southern…
China’s tightened export controls on rare-earth minerals, critical for electric vehicle (EV) production, have sent automakers and suppliers into a frenzy, with some factories facing potential shutdowns by mid-July 2025. Reuters reports that the restrictions, targeting elements like gallium and…
DHL announced a partnership with Daimler Truck and hylane GmbH to rent 30 electric Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 trucks for parcel transport in Germany, a move aimed at cutting CO₂ emissions in heavy freight. Reported by Reuters, this deal marks a…
India has rolled out its new electric vehicle (EV) policy aimed at attracting global automakers with reduced import taxes, but Tesla is showing reluctance to set up local manufacturing, a federal minister revealed. This development, reported by Reuters, could reshape…
Huawei Technologies Co., in collaboration with Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group Corp. (JAC), has unveiled the Maextro S800, a luxury electric sedan priced at 1.02 million yuan ($141,637), targeting China’s high-end EV market. Announced in Shenzhen on May 30, 2025, this…
A recent House-passed tax bill could reshape the electric vehicle (EV) landscape in the U.S., eliminating key subsidies that have fueled adoption and manufacturing. Reported by The New York Times, the legislation, if enacted, would raise EV prices, slow sales,…
In a surprising turn for California’s electric vehicle (EV) market, Tesla sales plummeted 21% in the first quarter of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, while other EV brands saw a 14% rise, according to the California Energy…
BMW’s measured approach to electric vehicles (EVs) is proving successful as competitors dial back aggressive EV targets, the company’s CEO announced. Oliver Zipse, speaking to shareholders on Wednesday, credited BMW’s multi-drivetrain strategy—blending EVs, hybrids, and combustion engines—for its edge in…
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