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EV Depreciation Is Still Brutal. But Hybrids Should Give Us Hope

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Some U.S. car buyers envy what they cannot have affordable Chinese EVs | CBC News

The hottest EVs from the 2026 New York Auto Show (plus one brawny concept)

Consumers are increasingly turning to electric vehicles due to rising gas prices, with notable debuts at the 2026 New York International Auto Show.

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Electric car drivers hit with eye-watering energy costs - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Rising energy costs amid the Middle East oil crisis are significantly increasing electric vehicle charging expenses, potentially deterring drivers from switching from fossil fuels.

The EV Torch Has Passed: Rivian Just Outsold Ford In EV Sales

Rivian's EV sales increased by 20%, surpassing Ford's sales, which declined by 70% in the first quarter.

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These 4 European EVs Could Give Tesla A Serious Run For Its Money In The States

America's electric car sales dropped 28% in Q1, while Europe saw a 30% increase in sales last year.

EV Depreciation Is Still Brutal. But Hybrids Should Give Us Hope

Electric vehicles depreciate significantly faster than hybrids and the overall market average, losing 57.2% of their value in five years.

European startups

fromwww.cbc.ca

Some U.S. car buyers envy what they cannot have affordable Chinese EVs | CBC News

Chinese electric cars are largely unavailable in the U.S. due to high tariffs, despite their affordability and advanced features.

The hottest EVs from the 2026 New York Auto Show (plus one brawny concept)

Consumers are increasingly turning to electric vehicles due to rising gas prices, with notable debuts at the 2026 New York International Auto Show.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Electric car drivers hit with eye-watering energy costs - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Rising energy costs amid the Middle East oil crisis are significantly increasing electric vehicle charging expenses, potentially deterring drivers from switching from fossil fuels.

The EV Torch Has Passed: Rivian Just Outsold Ford In EV Sales

Rivian's EV sales increased by 20%, surpassing Ford's sales, which declined by 70% in the first quarter.

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Tesla broadens most-wanted Model Y to eight new markets

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Toronto startup

Tesla beats BYD in Q1 2026 EV sales but inventory build and Europe slump cloud the win

Toronto startup

Tesla's Little Miracle

The final days of the Tesla Model X and S are here. All bets are on the Cybercab. | TechCrunch

Tesla ends production of Model S and Model X due to declining sales, focusing on new projects like the Optimus robot and Cybercab.

Bloomberg: Tesla's AI dreams don't change reality, cars still pay the bills

Tesla's Q1 2026 vehicle deliveries fell short of expectations, highlighting challenges in the automotive sector despite excitement over future technologies.

Tesla sales grew by 6% in Q1, but company has an overproduction problem

Tesla's Q1 2026 production increased by 12.6%, but sales growth lagged at 6.3%, leading to higher inventory levels.

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Tesla broadens most-wanted Model Y to eight new markets

Tesla expands Model Y L availability to eight Asian markets, targeting family buyers with a focus on practicality and performance.

fromTNW | China

Tesla beats BYD in Q1 2026 EV sales but inventory build and Europe slump cloud the win

Tesla delivered 358,023 electric vehicles in Q1 2026, surpassing BYD but missing Wall Street expectations, leading to a significant stock drop.

Tesla's Little Miracle

Tesla's Q1 sales fell short of expectations, but steady deliveries suggest potential market share gains despite challenges.

The final days of the Tesla Model X and S are here. All bets are on the Cybercab. | TechCrunch

Tesla ends production of Model S and Model X due to declining sales, focusing on new projects like the Optimus robot and Cybercab.

Bloomberg: Tesla's AI dreams don't change reality, cars still pay the bills

Tesla's Q1 2026 vehicle deliveries fell short of expectations, highlighting challenges in the automotive sector despite excitement over future technologies.

Tesla sales grew by 6% in Q1, but company has an overproduction problem

Tesla's Q1 2026 production increased by 12.6%, but sales growth lagged at 6.3%, leading to higher inventory levels.

TechCrunch Mobility: 'A stunning lack of transparency' | TechCrunch

Waymo's remote assistance issue reflects a broader lack of transparency in the autonomous vehicle industry regarding reliance on remote staff.

European drivers choke on rising diesel prices

Diesel prices in Europe have surged over 30% due to the Middle East war, highlighting dependence on imported energy.

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European drivers choke on rising diesel prices

Diesel prices in Europe have surged over 30% due to the Middle East war, highlighting dependence on imported energy and inflation concerns.

fromThe Local Germany

European drivers choke on rising diesel prices

Diesel prices in Europe have surged over 30% due to the Middle East war, highlighting dependence on imported energy.

fromThe Local France

European drivers choke on rising diesel prices

Diesel prices in Europe have surged over 30% due to the Middle East war, highlighting dependence on imported energy.

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European drivers choke on rising diesel prices

Diesel prices in Europe have surged over 30% due to the Middle East war, highlighting dependence on imported energy and inflation concerns.

fromThe Local Germany

European drivers choke on rising diesel prices

Diesel prices in Europe have surged over 30% due to the Middle East war, highlighting dependence on imported energy.

ICE Foiled At Every Turn By One Vibe Coding Man In His Pickup Truck

Rafael Concepcion uses AI coding tools to create apps that empower immigrants against ICE activities, despite the risks to his personal life and career.

Los Angeles Rams

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Michigan Is Nasty | Defector

Michigan dominated Arizona in the Final Four, leading by as much as 30 points and winning 91-73 despite Arizona's strong season.

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Is the Slate Truck too minimal for its own good?

Slate Truck offers a surprisingly spacious interior despite its small size, emphasizing usability and accessibility in its minimalist design.

Environment

fromFast Company

California just hit an inflection point for batteries

California's battery storage reached 12.3 gigawatts, providing 43% of grid demand, significantly reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering energy costs.

Silicon Valley

fromFortune

Ford's Jim Farley has been warning that America's ignoring the 'essential economy' while AI eats jobs. Goldman Sachs has the receipts | Fortune

America's AI growth may be hindered by a shortage of skilled blue-collar workers, not by a lack of capital or technology.

#nio

Business

Nio Price Prediction: Where Will The Auto Stock Be In 2030?

Toronto startup

Nio Rises 5% While Tesla Stalls: The EV Rivalry Just Got a Lot More Interesting

Business

Nio Price Prediction: Where Will The Auto Stock Be In 2030?

NIO Inc. achieved its first quarterly GAAP net profit in Q4 2025, raising questions about its recovery in a competitive market.

Nio Rises 5% While Tesla Stalls: The EV Rivalry Just Got a Lot More Interesting

Nio's stock surged 5% after reporting its first-ever GAAP profit and record vehicle deliveries, showcasing significant operational momentum.

Toyota's Woven Capital appoints new CIO and COO in push for finding the 'future of mobility' | TechCrunch

Michiko Kato becomes the first female CEO of a wholly owned Toyota subsidiary, leading Woven Capital and focusing on mobility investments.

The Toyota bZ Had An Amazing Start To 2026

Toyota's bZ is set to be the top-selling non-Tesla EV in the U.S. for 2026, with significant sales growth.

Toyota's Hydrogen Dream Is Far From Over

Toyota aims to become a third shareholder in Cellcentric to enhance hydrogen fuel cell technology for heavy commercial vehicles.

Venture

Toyota's Woven Capital appoints new CIO and COO in push for finding the 'future of mobility' | TechCrunch

Michiko Kato becomes the first female CEO of a wholly owned Toyota subsidiary, leading Woven Capital and focusing on mobility investments.

The Toyota bZ Had An Amazing Start To 2026

Toyota's bZ is set to be the top-selling non-Tesla EV in the U.S. for 2026, with significant sales growth.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Toyota's Hydrogen Dream Is Far From Over

Toyota aims to become a third shareholder in Cellcentric to enhance hydrogen fuel cell technology for heavy commercial vehicles.

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UK news

UK car output slumps as exports falter and global turmoil bites - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UK vehicle production fell 17.2% in February due to global demand decline and pressures on the automotive sector.

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BYD Has Already Built 5,000 Of Its New Megawatt 'Flash' Charging Stations

BYD has launched its second-generation Flash chargers, capable of 1.5 megawatts, and has installed 5,000 stations across China.

fromwww.businessinsider.com

BYD's global push is accelerating just as expensive gas jolts EV demand

BYD is rapidly expanding globally, aiming for 1.5 million overseas vehicle sales, driven by high gas prices and a diverse vehicle lineup.

BYD Has Already Built 5,000 Of Its New Megawatt 'Flash' Charging Stations

BYD has launched its second-generation Flash chargers, capable of 1.5 megawatts, and has installed 5,000 stations across China.

fromwww.businessinsider.com

BYD's global push is accelerating just as expensive gas jolts EV demand

BYD is rapidly expanding globally, aiming for 1.5 million overseas vehicle sales, driven by high gas prices and a diverse vehicle lineup.

Geely will stop building factories and use Volvo's plants instead

Geely will stop building new car factories and focus on existing plants to meet global automotive demand.

Business

DA Davidson Upgrades Rivian From Underperform - Here's What Still Has to Go Right

DA Davidson upgraded Rivian Automotive to Neutral from Underperform, citing valuation after a significant stock pullback.

EV adoption in America: Who's winning, who's losing?

On average, fuel prices are up almost a dollar per gallon, or 25 percent, according to AAA. For a nation as addicted to the automotive as we are, that's bad news. Except, of course, for electric vehicles.

Cars

Rivian gets another $1B from Volkswagen | TechCrunch

The completion of winter testing for the VW ID EVERY1 not only signifies progress in getting the vehicle to customers but also triggers a $1 billion investment from Volkswagen Group into Rivian.

Venture

fromFast Company

3 surprising (but simple) ways to save gas as fuel costs skyrocket

Gas prices are rising due to disruptions in oil supply chains, particularly from the conflict in Iran, leading to increased costs at the pump.

Report: VW to switch from cars to defense at key plant

Volkswagen is considering converting its Osnabruck plant to produce components for the Iron Dome defense system, but denies plans for weapon production.

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Isn't On PauseAnd It Could Get A Camping Version, VW CEO Says

Volkswagen will skip the 2026 model year for the ID. Buzz in the U.S., moving directly to the 2027 model.

VW Boss Says Physical Controls Are A 'Non-Negotiable'

Volkswagen is reintroducing physical controls in its vehicles, emphasizing their importance for user experience and brand identity.

Germany news

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Report: VW to switch from cars to defense at key plant

Volkswagen is considering converting its Osnabruck plant to produce components for the Iron Dome defense system, but denies plans for weapon production.

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Isn't On PauseAnd It Could Get A Camping Version, VW CEO Says

Volkswagen will skip the 2026 model year for the ID. Buzz in the U.S., moving directly to the 2027 model.

VW Boss Says Physical Controls Are A 'Non-Negotiable'

Volkswagen is reintroducing physical controls in its vehicles, emphasizing their importance for user experience and brand identity.

Wall Street Is Bearish on General Motors Stock

General Motors faces stock price challenges but has strong long-term earnings potential and significant upside according to analysts.

I Just Hope We Can Bounce Back': GM's Prized EV Truck Factory Goes Dark Again

General Motors has idled its Factory Zero EV plant in Detroit due to declining demand for electric vehicles in the U.S.

Business

Wall Street Is Bearish on General Motors Stock

General Motors faces stock price challenges but has strong long-term earnings potential and significant upside according to analysts.

I Just Hope We Can Bounce Back': GM's Prized EV Truck Factory Goes Dark Again

General Motors has idled its Factory Zero EV plant in Detroit due to declining demand for electric vehicles in the U.S.

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Automakers are teaming up, speeding up, and hoping AI can help them down a tough road ahead

Automakers are leveraging AI to shorten vehicle development timelines and enhance efficiency in response to industry challenges.

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Study: How Capping Vehicle Sizes Could Help Save the World - Streetsblog USA

Controlling vehicle size is essential to meet transportation goals and reduce emissions, fuel demand, and traffic deaths.

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European startups

Ford Has Run Out Of Places To Go

Ford's global sales struggle, particularly in the EU and China, while US sales remain strong, heavily influenced by tariffs on Chinese EV imports.

Ford's CEO Says An Affordable Tesla Model 3, Model Y Rival Is Coming

Ford plans to launch affordable EVs to compete with Tesla's Model Y and Model 3, utilizing a new Universal Electric Vehicle platform.

European startups

Ford Has Run Out Of Places To Go

Ford's global sales struggle, particularly in the EU and China, while US sales remain strong, heavily influenced by tariffs on Chinese EV imports.

Ford's CEO Says An Affordable Tesla Model 3, Model Y Rival Is Coming

Ford plans to launch affordable EVs to compete with Tesla's Model Y and Model 3, utilizing a new Universal Electric Vehicle platform.

The Nail Test: Why this $54 billion innovation is terrifying Western auto executives

BYD's CEO initiated eight years of R&D to prevent battery failures after a tragic incident involving a ruptured battery.

fromwww.dw.com

What's next for Germany's troubled car giants?

In 2025, German car companies earned nearly 44% less than in 2024, with earnings before interest and taxes dropping to just 24.9 billion, the lowest since 2020.

Germany news

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Series production of MAN e-buses has started in Ankara

MAN has commenced electric bus production in Ankara, Turkey, expanding its global e-mobility capabilities and production capacity.

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Mercedes-AMG Doesn't Want Its New EV To Feel Like An EV

Mercedes-AMG's new electric GT features a tri-motor system and customizable driving dynamics for enhanced performance and handling on ice.

Nissan's Turnaround Hinges On This Unique Hybrid System. It's Nothing Like Toyota's

Nissan's Rogue Hybrid e-Power will offer a unique driving experience, combining electric vehicle performance with hybrid fuel efficiency, launching in late 2026.

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Trump's 'Freedom Means Affordable Cars' Rings Hollow As Gas Prices Surge - Streetsblog USA

Rising gas prices challenge the Trump administration's oil consumption strategy and highlight the need for better mobility alternatives in American cities.

Lucid blames dip in Q1 sales on seat supplier issue | TechCrunch

Lucid Group experienced a sales drop in Q1 2026 due to supplier quality issues, despite increased production and reaffirmed production goals for the year.

What's going on with Donut Lab?

Donut Labs claims to have developed a revolutionary solid state battery, but skepticism surrounds its feasibility and proof of concept.

Despite EV headwinds, Rivian's sales are up

Rivian reports strong Q1 2026 sales and production growth, anticipating a historic year despite previous challenges and market competition.

fromwww.cbc.ca

Ontario 'dead against' Stellantis talks to build Chinese EVs at Brampton plant: Ford | CBC News

Doug Ford criticizes Stellantis for potential collaboration with a Chinese manufacturer to build electric vehicles in Ontario, citing concerns for local autoworkers.

European startups

3 weeks ago

'The Chinese Will Eat Our Lunch': Europe's EV Trucking Industry Is Scared As Hell

Chinese EV truck manufacturers are targeting Europe's commercial trucking market with vehicles priced 30% below European alternatives, positioning electric freight trucks as the next major global EV competition battleground.

fromWIRED

Gas Prices Are Soaring. So Is the Demand for Used EVs

Increased interest in used electric vehicles at iDrive1 Motors amid rising gas prices and reduced new EV offerings from automakers.

'Chinese Cars Are Ready For Prime Time In America': Geely SUV Crushes Every U.S. Competitor In New Test

The Geely Galaxy M9 is a powerful plug-in hybrid SUV with impressive electric range and performance, ready to compete in the U.S. market.

2 weeks ago

All the wrong EVs are getting cancelled

Automakers are discontinuing affordable EV models while continuing to produce expensive ones, undermining mass-market electric vehicle adoption.

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Is Still Crushing It

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 achieved significant sales growth in Q1, outperforming competitors in the American EV market despite overall declines.

US politics

fromFortune

2 months ago

Trump claims all the U.S. automakers are 'doing great.' Gretchen Whitmer says 'this will only get worse without a serious shift' | Fortune

Gretchen Whitmer says U.S. tariffs have harmed American auto manufacturing, causing job losses and production cuts while benefiting Chinese competitors and isolating U.S. industry.

Kia shows off small cars in NY: The 2027 EV3 and 2027 Seltos Hybrid

The EV3 and Seltos Hybrid feature advanced technology, customizable infotainment, and various powertrain options, launching in late 2026.

Honda Prologue's $7,500 Price Cut Means There's No Better Time To Buy

Honda has slashed the price of the 2026 Prologue by $7,500 across the board, essentially replacing the lost tax incentive and making the crossover a much better deal among its peers.

Cars

Kia shows off the 2027 EV3 at the NY Auto Show

Kia's EV3 subcompact electric SUV will debut in the US later this year, targeting a starting price of $35,000.

1 month ago

The world's biggest automaker has one of the dirtiest supply chains: report

Tesla, Ford, and Volvo lead a ranking of 18 global automakers on eliminating emissions, environmental harms, and human rights violations from supply chains, though no automaker achieves 50 percent compliance.

Polestar 3 production consolidated to the US to keep Volvo factory busy

Volvo consolidates Polestar 3 production in Charleston, enhancing efficiency and supporting growth in the US market.

Land Rover's China-Market 'Freelander' Is The Rivian R2 You Can't Have

Freelander is a new joint venture brand between Jaguar Land Rover and Chery Automobile, featuring the Concept 97 SUV inspired by the original Freelander from 1997.

BMW Pioneered Range Extended EVs. Now It's Not So Sure

BMW is open to building range extenders again, but sees limited need due to improved EV technology and charging infrastructure.

2 weeks ago

Got One Of These Jeep, Ram, Fiat, Or Dodge EVs? You Can Now Use Tesla Superchargers

Stellantis vehicles now access Tesla's 27,500 North American Superchargers using NACS-to-CCS adapters, expanding EV charging infrastructure for Jeep, Dodge, Ram, Fiat, and Maserati owners.

fromBusiness Insider

2 weeks ago

Higher gas prices spark a surge of search interest in EVs

Online searches for electric vehicles have increased as gas prices rise, though this interest surge has not yet translated into higher EV sales.

fromBusiness Insider

4 weeks ago

The EV graveyard: All the electric cars that automakers have axed this year

American EV sales collapsed 53.5% in January 2026 after federal tax credits ended, prompting automakers to discontinue or delay multiple electric vehicle models.

1 month ago

Which Automakers Build The Cleanest EVs? This Study Has Answers

Western automakers lead Chinese competitors in reducing EV supply chain emissions and ensuring responsible mining practices, though significant gaps persist between industry promises and actual delivery.

fromwww.mediaite.com

2 months ago

The Underestimated Auto Trend: How Spare Parts Are Quietly Influencing the Industry's Direction

Escalating global demand for automotive spare parts is reshaping the automotive economy, influencing luxury maintenance, supply strategies, and environmental impacts.