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Ford F-150 Lightning Outpaces Tesla Cybertruck in Q1 2025 EV Pickup Race
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Ford Cancels FNV4 Architecture, Shifts to Domain-Based System for EVs and Hybrids

Ford has scrapped its ambitious FNV4 electrical architecture, opting for a more versatile domain-based system to enhance software across its electric vehicles (EVs), hybrids, and gas-powered lineup. According to The Verge, this pivot, led by software chief Doug Field, aims to deliver seamless over-the-air (OTA) updates and advanced features like BlueCruise to a broader range…

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Rivian Unveils Stunning Maximus Drive Unit for R2 Electric SUV

On May 6, 2025, Rivian’s RJ Scaringe shared an exciting glimpse of the new Maximus drive unit for the upcoming Rivian R2 electric SUV, sparking buzz among EV enthusiasts. Posted on X, Scaringe’s reveal showcases the sleek, high-performance component, signaling Rivian’s continued push into the competitive electric vehicle market with a focus on efficiency and…

F-150 Lightning

Slate Auto’s $25,000 Electric Truck Targets EV Affordability Crisis

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 Chris Barman, a former Chrysler and FCA executive, shared her vision with Business Insider, emphasizing…

Rivian’s $120M Supplier Park in Illinois Signals EV Production Boom by 2026
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Rivian’s $120M Supplier Park in Illinois Signals EV Production Boom by 2026

In a bold move to supercharge its electric vehicle (EV) production, Rivian is investing $120 million to build a supplier park near its Normal, Illinois plant, a project that promises to streamline operations, create jobs, and solidify the state’s role as an EV manufacturing hub. Announced on May 5, 2025, this 1.2 million-square-foot facility is…

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Rivian’s Q1 2025 Earnings: Can Cost Cuts and R2 Hype Charge EV Enthusiasts?

On May 6, 2025, Rivian Automotive will unveil its first-quarter financial results, a pivotal moment for electric vehicle (EV) fans and investors eager to see if the company can navigate a stormy market while keeping its adventurous spirit alive. With production humming and the R2 platform on the horizon, Rivian’s earnings call promises insights into…

Lucid

Lucid’s Q1 2025 Earnings: Can Gravity SUV Launch Accelerate EV Dreams?

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…

BMW

BMW Halts U.S. EV Production as Tariff Clouds Loom Over Electric Dreams

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 electric models—the i4, i5, i7, and iX—despite a robust 26% surge in EV sales in…

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