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Polestar Knows It Has To Be In Comeback Mode

Polestar Knows It Has To Be In Comeback Mode

We also discuss the sweeping management shake-up at Stellantis and Donald Trump's concerns about self-driving cars.
By Suvrat Kothari 1m ago
Tesla's Robotaxi Still Faces The AI 'Black Box Problem'

Tesla's Robotaxi Still Faces The AI 'Black Box Problem'

Plus, the industry is split on LIDAR, and BYD wants to sell 100,000 cars in Mexico next year.
By Rob Stumpf Oct 10 2024
GM Pushes On With The Key To Its EV Future: Profits

GM Pushes On With The Key To Its EV Future: Profits

General Motors has good news on the EV front. Meanwhile, Volkswagen tries again and Honda hedges its bets.
By Patrick George Oct 9 2024
Rivian's Mistake Just Cost It 10,000 Cars

Rivian's Mistake Just Cost It 10,000 Cars

Plus, Fisker's recall "scheme" was deemed illegal by feds, and Tesla deploys some mobile Superchargers ahead of Hurricane Milton.
By Rob Stumpf Oct 8 2024
Tesla Robotaxi Day Is This Week. Is It A 'Make Or Break Moment'?

Tesla Robotaxi Day Is This Week. Is It A 'Make Or Break Moment'?

Plus, Fisker's former HQ may be a toxic waste dump, and VW's CEO has an interesting solution to Europe's China headaches.
By Patrick George Oct 7 2024
Tesla Scored A Win Against BYD

Tesla Scored A Win Against BYD

Tesla still managed to knock out BYD in global EV sales. Plus, we look at Maserati's marketing woes and new anti-China moves in Europe.
By Patrick George Oct 4 2024
Nissan's Death Spiral Continues

Nissan's Death Spiral Continues

Plus, the U.S. has passed $2 billion in EV tax credits and the EU is ready to move forward with Chinese EV tariffs.
By Rob Stumpf Oct 3 2024
The 'EV Slowdown' Comes For Gas Cars

The 'EV Slowdown' Comes For Gas Cars

Plus, Tesla beats FSD lawsuit, and ultra-luxury brands are being really weird about electrification.
By Rob Stumpf Oct 1 2024
Stellantis Needs A Turnaround. But The Fix Is Far From Clear

Stellantis Needs A Turnaround. But The Fix Is Far From Clear

Who should be next to lead the European-American conglomerate, and what must they do? Plus, GM educates dealers on EVs.
By Patrick George Sep 30 2024
Stellantis CEO's Answer To EV Tariffs: Just Be More Like China

Stellantis CEO's Answer To EV Tariffs: Just Be More Like China

The automaker finds itself in a 'trap' in the face of tariffs, labor issues and struggles to keep pace with the industry.
By Suvrat Kothari Sep 27 2024
Volvo Waves The White Flag On Cheap EVs

Volvo Waves The White Flag On Cheap EVs

Plus, Tesla's Robotaxi event is two weeks away and GM is building a hydrogen fuel cell plant.
By Rob Stumpf Sep 26 2024
Anti-China EV Policies Won't Protect America Forever

Anti-China EV Policies Won't Protect America Forever

Or rather, America's auto industry, experts say. For now, tariffs buy time. "Then the question is, what will we do with our time?"
By Patrick George Sep 25 2024
Pulling The Plug On EVs? The Wild Fight Over Ending Subsidies

Pulling The Plug On EVs? The Wild Fight Over Ending Subsidies

Plus, Stellantis begins the hunt for a new CEO and Cruise heads back to California.
By Rob Stumpf Sep 24 2024
General Motors' CEO 'Surprised' EVs Have Become Political

General Motors' CEO 'Surprised' EVs Have Become Political

Plus, Nissan discovers an exciting new technology called "plug-in hybrids" and there may be a silver lining to South Korea's EV fire scare.
By Patrick George Sep 23 2024
The Feds Are Targeting Giant Vehicles. What Does It Mean For EVs?

The Feds Are Targeting Giant Vehicles. What Does It Mean For EVs?

U.S. regulators may finally address the size and weight problem of new cars. Plus, Europe's EV woes put investors in a foul mood.
By Patrick George Sep 20 2024
Europe Is In EV Freakout Mode

Europe Is In EV Freakout Mode

Plus, Italy calls ban on gas cars "self-destructive," and BMW teams up with Redwood for battery recycling.
By Rob Stumpf Sep 19 2024
Chinese EVs Can Undercut American EVs Even With Tariffs

Chinese EVs Can Undercut American EVs Even With Tariffs

We also discuss how fast wireless charging is moving forward and why Stellantis is facing heat from UAW.
By Suvrat Kothari Sep 18 2024
'Partial' Driving Automation Means 'Exceedingly High' Distraction: Study

'Partial' Driving Automation Means 'Exceedingly High' Distraction: Study

Plus, EV drivers want an easier way to pay for charging and CATL has a new million-mile battery.
By Rob Stumpf Sep 17 2024
Why Detroit's 'Isolationism' Won't Stop China's EV Industry

Why Detroit's 'Isolationism' Won't Stop China's EV Industry

Maybe team-ups with China's automakers are the way to go instead. Also: the Honda Prologue is an unexpected hit.
By Patrick George Sep 16 2024
Jeep Is Desperate For A Turnaround

Jeep Is Desperate For A Turnaround

Stellantis dealers are pissed about the automaker's failure to keep pace with the industry. Jeep's CEO has a plan to tackle that.
By Suvrat Kothari Sep 13 2024
China Tells Automakers: Keep The Best EV Tech At Home

China Tells Automakers: Keep The Best EV Tech At Home

Plus, China's V2G pilot program to balance the electrical grid and dealership service is unprepared for revenue shifts with EVs.
By Rob Stumpf Sep 12 2024
EVs, Jobs And China Heat Up An Already Intense Harris-Trump Debate

EVs, Jobs And China Heat Up An Already Intense Harris-Trump Debate

Electric vehicles are on the ballot this November. Plus, Volkswagen primes for layoffs and China targets AI and automated driving next.
By Patrick George Sep 11 2024
Cheaper Cars, Referral Programs: EV Makers Are Moving Down Market

Cheaper Cars, Referral Programs: EV Makers Are Moving Down Market

Plus, the vast majority of U.S. states aren't hitting charger-to-EV targets.
By Rob Stumpf Sep 10 2024
The New Car Market Is 'Stuck' Because Buyers Can't Afford Them

The New Car Market Is 'Stuck' Because Buyers Can't Afford Them

The whole car market is slowing "unless consumers get some relief." Plus, the Kia EV9 shows what's at stake in the November election.
By Patrick George Sep 9 2024
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