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New $500,000 American Dacora Electric Vehicle Challenges Rolls-Royce with 800 HP of Luxury

A groundbreaking electric vehicle (EV) from a female-founded startup aims to rival luxury giants like Rolls-Royce, boasting 800 horsepower and a $500,000 price tag. Dacora, launched by MIT-trained engineers Kristie and Eric D’Ambrosio-Correll, introduces the first model in its ambitious bid to redefine the ultra-luxury EV segment. Reported by Autoblog, this American-made EV promises silent…

Model Y

Tesla’s Model Y Shines with Record Sales Surge in Norway and Australia

Tesla’s Model Y is making headlines with a stunning sales recovery in Norway and Australia, defying challenges faced elsewhere. According to a recent Forbes article, the electric vehicle (EV) giant reported a 213% sales increase in Norway, selling 2,600 cars in May alone. This boost comes as the Model Y holds its title as Norway’s…

China

China’s Rare-Earth Restrictions Spark EV Industry Crisis

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 germanium, are disrupting global supply chains, forcing the EV industry to seek urgent alternatives. Supp

Tesla

Tesla Teases Affordable New Model: Rumored June Production Start

Tesla fans and electric vehicle (EV) enthusiasts are buzzing with anticipation as the company prepares to launch production of a new, more affordable model this month. The automaker, known for its innovative battery technology and autonomous driving features, has confirmed plans to begin manufacturing a cost-effective vehicle in June 2025, potentially priced under $30,000 USD…

Tesla

Trump Dumps Tesla After Musk Feud: Drama Unfolds

President Donald Trump is parting ways with his Tesla Model S after a public falling out with Tesla CEO Elon Musk, a move that underscores tensions between the two influential figures and raises questions about the electric vehicle (EV) industry’s future. According to a report by The Daily Beast, Trump’s decision follows a series of…

South Carolina

$1.6 Billion South Carolina EV Battery Plant Halts Amid Policy Shifts

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 President Donald Trump’s administration, raising concerns for the EV industry’s growth in the U.S. reports…

Tesla

Trump-Musk Feud Escalates Over Tax-Cut Bill, Threatens Tesla and EV Industry Stability

A growing rift between U.S. President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk has sparked concerns for the electric vehicle (EV) industry, as the two clash over a tax-cut bill that could reshape federal spending and EV market dynamics. According to a Reuters report, Trump has publicly distanced himself from Musk, signaling a potential end…

Tesla Confirms Plans for Sub-$30,000 EV, Raising Questions About Strategy and Timeline
Tesla

Tesla Fights to Keep Austin Robotaxi Plans Under Wraps

Tesla is pushing to block the city of Austin, Texas, from releasing public records about its planned robotaxi launch, sparking a debate over transparency as the electric vehicle giant prepares to roll out self-driving taxis this month. According to Reuters, the company is citing concerns over proprietary information, a move that has raised questions about…

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