EPA

News, deep dives, and analysis — every EPA story, newest first.

549

Articles

Beats covered

Reporter on beat

Jul 6

Last updated

Tesla

Undocumented Devices in Chinese Solar Inverters Raise Security Concerns for U.S. Energy Grid

On May 14, 2025, U.S. energy officials began investigating Chinese-made solar power inverters after discovering undocumented communication devices, including cellular radios, inside some units, according to Reuters. These inverters, critical for connecting solar panels to the U.S. electricity grid, could pose significant security risks if remotely manipulated, potentially destabilizing power infra

Haye KestelooMay 14

Subaru

Subaru Rethinks EV Strategy Amid $2.5 Billion U.S. Tariff Threat

Subaru is recalibrating its electrification plans as looming U.S. tariffs, projected to cost the automaker $2.5 billion this fiscal year, disrupt its financial outlook and production strategy, according to CEO Atsushi Osaki during a May 14, 2025, news conference. With global trade uncertainties and shifting U.S. regulations, the Japanese automaker is reassessing investment timelines and…

Haye KestelooMay 14

Model Y

Vermont Governor Halts Electric Vehicle Mandates Amid Infrastructure Concerns

On May 13, 2025, Vermont Governor Phil Scott announced a pause on the state’s electric vehicle (EV) sales requirements, citing significant challenges with infrastructure and technology. This decision aligns Vermont with broader concerns about the feasibility of zero-emission vehicle rules, originally pioneered by California and adopted by 11 states, including New York, Maryland, and Massachusetts,

Haye KestelooMay 13

Jaguar Land Rover

Jaguar Land Rover Posts Decade-High Profits, Gears Up for Electric Vehicle Push

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), Britain’s largest automotive employer, has reported its strongest profits in a decade, reaching $3.14 billion (£2.5 billion) for the 2024-25 financial year, up from $2.77 billion (£2.2 billion) the previous year, despite looming U.S. tariff uncertainties. The Indian-owned automaker, part of Tata Motors, is accelerating its electric vehicle (EV) strategy, preparing…

Haye KestelooMay 13

Polestar

Polestar Appoints Rick Bryant as New North America Leader to Drive EV Growth

Polestar, the Swedish electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, has named Rick Bryant as its new Head of North America, effective May 12, 2025, as the company aims to capitalize on its recent sales surge. Bryant’s appointment, announced in a company statement, follows a 76% year-over-year increase in global sales, with over 12,300 vehicles sold in Q1…

Haye KestelooMay 12

Tesla

Bollinger Motors Faces Receivership as $148M Electric Truck Startup Struggles

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 News, a Michigan judge granted founder Robert Bollinger’s request to freeze the company’s assets after…

Haye KestelooMay 12

Hyundai

Hyundai Delays $730M Hypercasting Plant Amid EV Demand Dip and U.S. Tariffs

Hyundai Motor Group has postponed the launch of its $730 million hypercasting facility in Ulsan, South Korea, from 2026 to potentially 2028, driven by softening global electric vehicle (EV) demand and a 25% U.S. tariff on imported vehicles, according to Seoul Economy via The Korean Car Blog. This delay impacts Hyundai’s plans to adopt advanced…

Haye KestelooMay 11

Volvo

Volvo Unveils 2026 XC70 PHEV with 125-Mile Electric Range for EV Enthusiasts

Volvo has teased the all-new 2026 XC70 plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), reviving the iconic Cross Country nameplate with a remarkable 125-mile electric range. This announcement positions the XC70 as a standout choice for EV enthusiasts seeking a versatile crossover with extended-range capabilities, set to launch in 2026. Powertrain and Performance Specs The 2026 XC70…

Haye KestelooMay 10

EPA

The EV industry moves fast. Stay ahead of it.