Volkswagen aimed to revive its iconic bus as the electric ID.Buzz to boost its presence in the American auto market, but high prices, production delays, and regulatory hurdles have limited its success. The vehicle, which draws on nostalgia from the…
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…
Lotus, the iconic British automaker, is poised to halt production at its historic Hethel, Norfolk factory after 59 years, with plans to shift manufacturing to the United States, according to a report by Autocar. This strategic pivot, driven by U.S.…
On June 16, 2025, Polestar, the Sweden-based electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, announced a $200 million equity investment from PSD Investment, a firm controlled by Geely Holding Group’s founder, Li Shufu. This funding, reportedly secured through a private investment in public…
Redwood Materials, a leader in electric vehicle (EV) battery recycling, is giving retired EV batteries a second life by converting them into cost-effective microgrids, the company announced on Thursday. By repurposing still-functional batteries, Redwood’s new division, Redwood Energy, is creating…
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…
AESC, a Japanese battery manufacturer, has paused construction on its $1.6 billion factory in Florence, South Carolina, designed to supply batteries for BMW’s electric vehicles (EVs). The decision, stems from uncertainties in federal EV policies and potential tariff changes under…
Volvo Cars’ CEO, Hakan Samuelsson, has raised concerns over looming tariffs that could significantly increase costs for electric vehicle (EV) buyers in the United States. In a recent statement, Samuelsson highlighted the challenges of maintaining affordability for models like the…
Redwood Materials, a leader in electric vehicle (EV) battery recycling, has welcomed Mark Westfall, a former Tesla engineer with a decade of experience, to its team. This strategic hire, announced on LinkedIn, strengthens Redwood’s mission to create a sustainable energy…
BMW has announced a surprising pause on its electric vehicle (EV) production through May 2025, leaving EV enthusiasts wondering about the future of models like the i4 and i5. According to a report by Automotive News, the German automaker will…
In a stunning move, BMW has announced a pause in U.S. electric vehicle (EV) production starting May 2025, citing uncertainty over new auto tariffs under the Trump administration, Electrek reports. This decision, shared with dealers, freezes output for BMW’s four…
In January 2024, Figure AI, a California-based robotics startup, announced a commercial partnership with BMW Manufacturing to deploy its humanoid robots at the automaker’s Spartanburg, South Carolina plant. The deal was hailed as a landmark for humanoid robotics, with Figure’s…
In a dramatic shift from traditional industry-regulator dynamics, America’s largest automakers are quietly strategizing to preserve Biden’s EV mandates despite Trump’s promises to eliminate them, according to a New York Times report. The High-Stakes EV Transition The auto industry finds…
Breaking New Ground in EV Tech Collaboration In a major strategic move that’s reshaping the EV landscape, Volkswagen and Rivian have announced an ambitious joint venture focused on developing advanced software and electronics for electric vehicles. The partnership, which significantly…
Volkswagen’s banking on affordable electric vehicles to revive its flagging sales in Europe and China, echoing a strategy from the 1970s oil crisis. According to Fortune, the German automaker plans to roll out eight new budget-friendly EVs by 2027. From…
BYD, China’s leading electric vehicle (EV) maker, is making a bold move into Europe, with its first assembly plant set to open in Hungary. This strategic decision comes as the European Union considers raising tariffs on EVs imported from China,…
BMW is taking a big step towards a more sustainable future by partnering with Redwood Materials to recycle lithium-ion battery packs from its electrified vehicles. This move is part of BMW’s broader strategy to create a closed-loop supply chain for…
Swedish electric vehicle maker Polestar has started production of its Polestar 3 SUV in the United States, marking a significant step in avoiding major tariffs on Chinese-made cars, according to Reuters. Polestar Shifts Production Strategy Polestar, majority-owned by China’s Geely,…
Volvo Cars s'apprête à introduire le premier passeport de batterie pour véhicule électrique (VE) au monde pour son SUV phare EX90, qui est sur le point d'entrer en production. Le constructeur suédois, qui appartient à la société chinoise Geely, a mis au point le...
In a strategic move to further their green initiative, Mercedes-Benz, the esteemed German automaker, is exploring tax relief for its upcoming projects in the United States. On Monday, a company spokesperson revealed, “We have decided to participate in the application…
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