Ford CEO Jim Farley has escalated his warnings about Chinese automotive dominance to existential levels, declaring that China’s manufacturing capacity could single-handedly destroy the entire North American auto industry. In a stark CBS Sunday Morning interview that aired October 26,…
General Motors is laying off more than 3,300 electric vehicle workers across Michigan, Ohio, and Tennessee as the automaker slashes EV production following the expiration of federal tax credits. The cuts represent one of the most significant workforce reductions in…
A Chinese battery giant’s plans to build a massive Michigan manufacturing plant have officially collapsed, with the state now demanding millions back after years of grassroots opposition, Chinese ownership controversies, and Trump administration policy shifts killed what was once touted…
Ford Motor Company expects a profit hit of up to $2 billion after a devastating fire at its key aluminum supplier, overshadowing third-quarter financial results that exceeded Wall Street expectations. The automaker slashed its full-year earnings guidance by up to…
Ford Motor Co. and its South Korean partner SK On are seeking new buyers for surplus batteries produced at their new joint-venture factory in Kentucky, a move that reflects weakening electric vehicle (EV) demand in the United States. The plant,…
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. Postal Service’s plan to replace thousands of aging gas-powered delivery trucks with electric Next Generation Delivery Vehicles (NGDVs) is under renewed political fire, with Republican lawmakers pushing to rescind billions in federal aid set aside…
Ford Motor Co. has unveiled plans for a midsize electric pickup priced around $30,000, slated for production in 2027, promising faster assembly and enhanced profitability through innovative manufacturing techniques. Innovative EV Platform Design Ford introduced its Universal EV Platform on…
In a world obsessed with speed, Chevy went full tortoise mode and won big: their Silverado EV clocked 1,059.2 miles on one charge, blowing past records and showing what your electric truck could do with a little patience. A team…
Imagine ditching power windows for a sub-$20K electric pickup—sounds crazy, right? But Bezos-backed Slate Auto thinks it’s genius, especially with that $7,500 tax credit vanishing soon. Slate Auto, a Michigan-based startup backed by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, is introducing a…
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…
In a last-minute reprieve, Ford Motor’s $3 billion battery factory in Marshall, Michigan, will retain federal tax credits despite a controversial budget bill, ensuring the production of cost-effective electric vehicle (EV) batteries, the carmaker announced this week. The NYT reports…
South Korea’s LG Energy Solution (LGES), a leading supplier of electric vehicle (EV) batteries for giants like Tesla and General Motors, reported a remarkable 152% increase in its second-quarter operating profit for 2025, reaching 492 billion won ($360.94 million), according…
The U.S. Senate’s decision to eliminate a $7,500 tax credit for new electric vehicle (EV) purchases and leases, along with a $4,000 credit for used EVs, effective September 30, 2025, has sparked urgent calls from advocacy groups for the House…
On Tuesday, June 23, 2025, Cadillac delivered its first Celestiq, a hand-built electric sedan that signals a bold step into the ultra-luxury EV market. Priced from $340,000, the Celestiq was handed over at General Motors’ Global Technical Center in Warren,…
On June 19, 2025, over 200 Tesla vehicles, including dozens of Cybertrucks, were removed from Hunter’s Square shopping center in Farmington Hills, Michigan, following a court order citing zoning violations. The decision, reported by Crain’s Detroit Business, highlights tensions between…
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…
A parking lot in Farmington Hills, a Detroit suburb, has become an unexpected storage site for dozens of unsold Tesla Cybertrucks, highlighting both local zoning issues and broader struggles in the electric vehicle (EV) market. The futuristic, stainless steel pickups,…
Ford Executive Chair Bill Ford has raised concerns over a new GOP tax bill that could eliminate critical tax credits for electric vehicle (EV) battery production, potentially derailing a $3 billion investment in a Marshall, Michigan, factory. Speaking at a…
A proposed budget from House Republicans could end the $7,500 federal tax credit for electric vehicles (EVs), a move that may stall EV adoption and hit automakers like General Motors (GM) and Ford hardest, while Tesla stands to gain. The…
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,…
Slate Auto, a Troy, Michigan-based electric vehicle (EV) startup, has secured 100,000 reservations for its sub-$30,000 electric mini-pickup, backed by $700 million in funding from investors like Jeff Bezos, reports Automotive News. Targeting a late-2026 production start, the company’s innovative…
Stellantis has postponed the launch of its all-electric Ram 1500 pickup to summer 2027, marking the second delay for the battery electric vehicle (BEV) initially unveiled in 2023, according to a memo to suppliers reported by Crain’s Detroit Business. The…
General Motors (GM) has announced a significant advancement in electric vehicle (EV) battery technology, partnering with LG to develop lithium manganese-rich (LMR) batteries that promise a 400-mile range. This new chemistry, set to power GM’s upcoming electric trucks and SUVs…
Bollinger Motors, a Michigan-based electric vehicle (EV) startup focused on commercial trucks, has been placed into receivership following a court ruling, signaling severe financial distress for the company that raised $148 million but produced only 40 trucks. According to Automotive…
Canadian police forces are electrifying their fleets, with the Kensington Police Service in Prince Edward Island (PEI) and Peel Regional Police in Ontario integrating electric vehicles (EVs) for patrol duties. This week, Kensington reportedly introduced a Ford Mustang Mach-E, while…
In a bold move to tackle the soaring costs of electric vehicles, Slate Auto, a Michigan-based startup backed by Jeff Bezos, is set to launch the Slate Truck—a $25,000 electric pickup aimed at making EVs accessible to everyday Americans. CEO…
Ford has pulled its annual guidance, bracing for a staggering $1.5 billion blow from U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs, the automaker announced on Monday, May 5, 2025. As reported by Reuters, this move comes amid uncertainty over the levies, which…
On April 24, 2025, Slate Auto, a Michigan-based electric vehicle startup, unveiled its game-changing Blank Slate pickup truck in Long Beach, California, promising to shatter the price barrier for EVs with a base cost of $20,000. Backed by Amazon founder…
Ford’s F-150, America’s best-selling vehicle for over four decades, faces an uncertain future as its heavily globalized supply chain could make it particularly vulnerable to proposed import tariffs. Federal data reveals that only 32% of F-150 components are manufactured in…
Republican VP nominee JD Vance stirred controversy with his remarks about a major electric vehicle investment in Michigan. The Washington Post reports that during a campaign stop in Detroit, Vance labeled a $500 million grant from the Biden administration to…
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