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fromArs Technica
1 day ago

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
#tesla
Toronto startup
fromTechCrunch
23 hours ago

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.
Toronto startup
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

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.
Toronto startup
fromArs Technica
2 days ago

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.
Toronto startup
fromTechCrunch
19 hours ago

Tesla's Texas factory workforce reportedly shrunk 22% in 2025 | TechCrunch

Tesla's factory workforce in Austin decreased by 22% from 2024 to 2025 despite overall company growth.
Toronto startup
fromTechCrunch
23 hours ago

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.
Toronto startup
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

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.
Toronto startup
fromArs Technica
2 days ago

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.
more#tesla
Environment
fromFast Company
1 day ago

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.
#diesel-prices
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
2 hours ago

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.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
2 hours ago

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.
more#diesel-prices
#ai
fromFortune
2 days ago
Silicon Valley

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

fromTechCrunch
20 hours ago
Artificial intelligence

AI companies are building huge natural gas plants to power data centers. What could go wrong? | TechCrunch

Silicon Valley
fromFortune
2 days ago

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.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
20 hours ago

AI companies are building huge natural gas plants to power data centers. What could go wrong? | TechCrunch

The tech industry is heavily investing in natural gas power plants to support the growing demand for AI-related energy needs.
Environment
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Critical minerals are required to power AI data center demand

AI is driving unprecedented demand for energy storage solutions, particularly batteries, to support data centers and ensure grid stability.
more#ai
#byd
more#byd
Data science
fromTechCrunch
21 hours ago

People would rather have an Amazon warehouse in their backyard than a data center | TechCrunch

Public opinion on data centers is divided, with significant opposition and concerns about electricity prices.
fromMoneywise
1 day ago

With gas prices spiking, you now have a new reason to ask your boss to work from home

If the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, I'll be happy if they only stayed at $4 a gallon. This situation is bound to impact budgets for commuters significantly.
Remote teams
Intellectual property law
fromWIRED
1 day ago

Tech Companies Are Trying to Neuter Colorado's Landmark Right-to-Repair Law

Right to repair efforts in Colorado are advancing, allowing users to fix their own devices, despite pushback from manufacturers.
New York Islanders
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Trump labor board tells Amazon to negotiate with Staten Island warehouse union

Amazon is ordered to recognize and bargain with the Teamsters union for Staten Island workers after a prolonged standoff.
#nio
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

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.
Toronto startup
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Nio, Li Auto, and Xpeng Climb on Record March Deliveries as Tesla Faces a Softer Q1

Nio, Li Auto, and Xpeng report strong March deliveries, boosting their stock prices amid a recovery from February's weak performance.
Toronto startup
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

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.
more#nio
European startups
fromTNW | Cars
2 days ago

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.
Tech industry
fromTechzine Global
2 days ago

Oracle close to finalizing financing for Michigan data center

Oracle is finalizing $16 billion financing for a new Michigan data center to support AI applications, amid complex funding challenges.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

Rivian spinoff Also will build autonomous delivery vehicles for DoorDash | TechCrunch

Also partners with DoorDash to develop autonomous delivery vehicles, raising $200 million and achieving a valuation over $1 billion.
Cars
fromwww.businessinsider.com
22 hours ago

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.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Ford CEO Makes 295 Times Its Worker Pay

The SEC mandates disclosure of CEO pay relative to median worker compensation, highlighting significant disparities in Ford's executive compensation and company performance.
#electric-vehicles
Alternative transportation
fromEngadget
2 days ago

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.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
European startups

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

Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago

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.
Cars
fromArs Technica
4 days ago

As electric truck demand craters, GM lays off workers and idles plant

Automakers are scaling back electric vehicle production plans due to tariffs, loss of federal incentives, and challenges in transitioning truck customers to EVs.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
19 hours ago

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.
Alternative transportation
fromEngadget
2 days ago

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.
European startups
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

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.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago

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.
Cars
fromArs Technica
4 days ago

As electric truck demand craters, GM lays off workers and idles plant

Automakers are scaling back electric vehicle production plans due to tariffs, loss of federal incentives, and challenges in transitioning truck customers to EVs.
more#electric-vehicles
European startups
fromFortune
6 days ago

Elon Musk warns the U.S. could soon be producing more chips than we can turn on. And China doesn't have the same issue | Fortune

Electrical power limitations are hindering AI advancement in the U.S., unlike Chinese competitors who do not face the same issues.
#uber
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#general-motors
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

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.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
4 days ago

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
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

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.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
4 days ago

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.
more#general-motors
Cars
fromTechCrunch
15 hours ago

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.
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

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.
#ford
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago
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.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
3 days ago

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
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

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.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
3 days ago

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.
more#ford
Cars
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

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.
#lucid-motors
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

Lucid Drops Near 52 Week Low On Ruined Prospects

Rising gas prices should boost EV attractiveness, yet Lucid's shares decline amid layoffs and significant losses.
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago
Cars

Lucid Motors recalls over 4,000 Gravity SUVs citing improperly welded seat belts | TechCrunch

Business
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

Lucid Drops Near 52 Week Low On Ruined Prospects

Rising gas prices should boost EV attractiveness, yet Lucid's shares decline amid layoffs and significant losses.
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago
Cars

Lucid Motors recalls over 4,000 Gravity SUVs citing improperly welded seat belts | TechCrunch

more#lucid-motors
Cars
fromFast Company
8 hours ago

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.
Miscellaneous
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

Labour union gears up to take on Tesla in Germany

IG Metall union seeks works council control at Tesla's Berlin plant amid tensions over worker rights and union representation in Germany's automotive sector.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog USA
5 days ago

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.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
2 hours ago

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.
Cars
fromWIRED
2 days ago

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.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
22 hours ago

'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.
Toronto startup
fromFuturism
3 days ago

Tesla Admits Its Robotaxis Are Being Driven Remotely

Waymo relies on remote operators in the Philippines for assistance with autonomous vehicles, highlighting the ongoing human involvement in autonomous driving.
frominsideevs.com
2 days ago

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
Cars
fromArs Technica
4 days ago

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.
World news
fromNature
1 month ago

The dark side of green technology: what do electric vehicles really cost?

Demand for battery metals drives exploitation, armed conflict, and resource nationalism, harming millions and implicating governments, corporations, and technology supply chains.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
3 days ago

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.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
5 days ago

The Chevy Silverado EV Is A Great Truck. Here's Why This YouTuber Is Selling His

The Chevrolet Silverado EV offers excellent towing capabilities but suffers from service issues and high insurance costs, leading to owner dissatisfaction.
Alternative transportation
fromThe Verge
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.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 week ago

Toyota Will Invest $800 Million To Build A Second EV In The U.S. What Could It Be?

Toyota is investing $1 billion in Kentucky and Indiana plants to boost U.S. production, focusing on electric vehicles and expanding existing models.
Cars
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

Honda scraps 3 EVs planned for the US, blaming tariffs and Chinese competition | TechCrunch

Honda canceled three U.S. electric vehicles due to Trump's tariffs, Chinese EV competition, and slowing market growth, shifting focus to hybrid models instead.
Cars
fromBusiness Insider
3 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.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
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.
Cars
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Why America losing the global EV race hurts its own auto industry

U.S. automakers are de-emphasizing EVs in favor of hybrids and gasoline models, risking climate goals and industrial competitiveness as global EV adoption accelerates.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
2 months ago

'Dark' Car Factories Are Coming Sooner Than You Think

Fully automated 'dark' car factories are likely by 2030, driven by advanced robots and AI, though human dexterity still outperforms machines today.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
2 months ago

America Has A New Favorite Non-Tesla Electric Car

The Chevrolet Equinox EV became the best-selling non-Tesla U.S. electric vehicle in 2025 with 57,945 units, driven by range and affordability.
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