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In a surprising shift, Tesla has ended its controversial no-buyout lease policy, originally designed to reclaim vehicles for its planned robotaxi fleet, and instead sold the cars to new buyers. This move, reported by Reuters, marks a significant pivot for the electric vehicle giant, raising questions about its autonomous driving ambitions and customer trust. A…
Mazda has announced plans to adopt Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) Supercharger system in both the United States and its home market of Japan. This move positions Mazda among the first Japanese automakers to embrace NACS in Japan, following Sony Honda Mobility’s Afeela brand, and promises faster, more reliable charging for its electric vehicle…
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
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…
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,
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…
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…
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…
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