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Mercedes Isn't Retreating From China. Its Doubling Down

Mercedes Isn't Retreating From China. Its Doubling Down

The brand is investing $2 Billion into cars that are meant to take on China's homegrown EV startups.
By Kevin Williams 1m ago
Zeekr Increasingly Feels Like A Polestar Do-Over

Zeekr Increasingly Feels Like A Polestar Do-Over

As Polestar falters, this Geely-backed EV company is one to watch. Plus: Hyundai's Genesis needs hybrids to grow.
By Patrick George Aug 30 2024
Polestar Gets A New CEO. Can He Turn Things Around?

Polestar Gets A New CEO. Can He Turn Things Around?

Volvo's troubled electric "spinoff" gets a new boss. Plus: Volkswagen gets tighter with China's Xpeng and BYD keeps the profits coming.
By Patrick George Aug 28 2024
Hyundai Ioniq 9 Three-Row SUV To Be Built In America; 560-Mile 'EREV' In 2026

Hyundai Ioniq 9 Three-Row SUV To Be Built In America; 560-Mile 'EREV' In 2026

At Hyundai's CEO Investor Day event, big plans to speed up on EVs—and a "bridge" vehicle that drives like an EV but packs a gas engine too.
By Patrick George Aug 28 2024
Polestar’s CEO Is Out

Polestar’s CEO Is Out

Thomas Ingenlath, the automaker’s head honcho from its inception, has resigned.
By Iulian Dnistran Aug 28 2024
This Was Not A Great Week For 'Legacy' Auto—With Two Exceptions

This Was Not A Great Week For 'Legacy' Auto—With Two Exceptions

Let's game out what this week's news meant for the EV transition at Ford, GM, Volkswagen and Hyundai. Plus, Volvo has big plans for EX90.
By Patrick George Aug 23 2024
Zeekr Plans To Add 'Innovative Super Hybrid' Flagship In 2025

Zeekr Plans To Add 'Innovative Super Hybrid' Flagship In 2025

Zeekr CEO Andy An announced during the brand's Q2 earnings call that the all-electric brand is adding plug-in hybrid power for its flagship SUV.
By Kevin Williams Aug 21 2024
Ford's 'Skunkworks' EV Truck Will Be Midsize, Not Compact

Ford's 'Skunkworks' EV Truck Will Be Midsize, Not Compact

Ford announced lots of EV and hybrid news today. Among them: its secretive California-based truck project may be bigger than expected.
By Patrick George Aug 21 2024
Ford Revises Its EV Plan: SUV Canceled, More Hybrids Coming

Ford Revises Its EV Plan: SUV Canceled, More Hybrids Coming

Ford is America's no. 2 electric brand. But profits have been elusive, so it's adjusting the entire plan.
By Patrick George Aug 21 2024
Is It Better To Lease A New Electric Vehicle, Or Buy A Used One?

Is It Better To Lease A New Electric Vehicle, Or Buy A Used One?

Leasing can get you some incredible deals on new EVs right now. But don't count out the used market, either. Here's our guide to both.
By Tom McParland Aug 19 2024
China Was Supposed To Be The Future. Now It's A 'Money Pit'

China Was Supposed To Be The Future. Now It's A 'Money Pit'

The golden goose is no longer laying eggs for car companies. Also: EVs continue to outpace the rest of the market, but with a catch.
By Patrick George Aug 19 2024
The Volkswagen GTI EV Will Be About 'More Than Just Power'

The Volkswagen GTI EV Will Be About 'More Than Just Power'

"It will be a real go-kart," a top VW executive says of the electric GTI. "I’ve driven a prototype and it’s really amazing.”
By Andrei Nedelea Aug 16 2024
Hyundai Ioniq 9 May Debut At LA Auto Show, Kia EV4 In Q1 2025: Report

Hyundai Ioniq 9 May Debut At LA Auto Show, Kia EV4 In Q1 2025: Report

Local reports suggest that Hyundai is in the final phases of testing the Ioniq 9 in South Korea.
By Suvrat Kothari Aug 12 2024
Why Are EV Sales 'Lagging'? Here Are Two Reasons.

Why Are EV Sales 'Lagging'? Here Are Two Reasons.

If EV sales are slowing at all—and the data is deeply inconsistent—then two types of cars tell us a lot.
By Patrick George Aug 9 2024
China's MG Motor Is Conquering Europe. Now It Wants To Build A Factory In Mexico

China's MG Motor Is Conquering Europe. Now It Wants To Build A Factory In Mexico

MG Motor plans to build a manufacturing base and research and development center in Mexico.
By Suvrat Kothari Aug 8 2024
America Is Divided: Let China's Automakers Build Here, Or Not?

America Is Divided: Let China's Automakers Build Here, Or Not?

Plus, Nissan's former top boss fears a Honda "takeover," and Rivian doubles down on cost-cutting.
By Patrick George Aug 7 2024
Are 51% Of Tesla Buyers Switching Back To Gas? Absolutely Not.

Are 51% Of Tesla Buyers Switching Back To Gas? Absolutely Not.

A recent story suggested that over half of Tesla owners trade into gas cars. That's not true.
By Mack Hogan Aug 5 2024
Why Mercedes Is Copying BMW's Homework On Future EVs

Why Mercedes Is Copying BMW's Homework On Future EVs

The "jellybean" thing didn't work out for Mercedes. Plus, Lucid and Rivian report their finances soon and Ford makes bank on fleet trucks.
By Patrick George Aug 5 2024
Why A Failed Startup’s Cheap EVs Are Piling Up In This Junkyard

Why A Failed Startup’s Cheap EVs Are Piling Up In This Junkyard

Remember the ElectraMeccanica Solo? This is its final resting place.
By Iulian Dnistran Aug 2 2024
Yes, Electric Vehicles Are Cheaper In 2024. Here's How Much

Yes, Electric Vehicles Are Cheaper In 2024. Here's How Much

But automakers face all kinds of financial headwinds for different reasons. Plus, the Honda Prologue gets a recall already.
By Patrick George Jul 29 2024
The Porsche Cayenne Is Going Electric. Just Not Entirely

The Porsche Cayenne Is Going Electric. Just Not Entirely

The next generation Cayenne will be all-electric. But the current one is sticking around with some upgrades too, just in case.
By Suvrat Kothari Jul 25 2024
EVs Left These Owners Stranded. But Not For Why You Think

EVs Left These Owners Stranded. But Not For Why You Think

Running out of battery power seems like an obvious reason, but that’s not what left owners stranded.
By Suvrat Kothari Jul 25 2024
Stellantis Is ‘Ready For The Fight’ Against Chinese EVs In Europe

Stellantis Is ‘Ready For The Fight’ Against Chinese EVs In Europe

With a new EV production line at the former Yugo factory in Serbia, the auto giant reckons it has what it takes. Will it succeed?
By Iulian Dnistran Jul 24 2024
Here’s Why Rivian’s Partnerships With Ford And Mercedes-Benz Fell Apart

Here’s Why Rivian’s Partnerships With Ford And Mercedes-Benz Fell Apart

It had nothing to do with electric motors or batteries. And now with Volkswagen, Rivian reckons it has the winning ticket.
By Iulian Dnistran Jul 23 2024
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