Self-driving vehicle rules set to loosen under Trump, report says
The Trump transition team plans to make a federal framework for self-driving vehicles a top priority for the transportation department, according to a report.
Jeep, Ram EREVs will get 690-mile range with new Stellantis platform
Stellantis' new platform aims to deliver driving range of up to 690 miles for extended range electric vehicles.
Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and EVs offer big incentives as year nears its end
Incentives on new vehicle sales are up by 60% from year-earlier levels.
Eaton, Treehouse to boost home capacity for EV charging, energy storage
Eaton and Treehouse have partnered to accelerate the electrification of homes for EV charging and energy storage.
Ford boosts year-end discounts on 2024 Lightning, Mach-E Models
Ford is boosting incentives on its bestselling electric vehicles, the 2024 F-150 Lightning and Mustang Mach-E models.
Trade group says EV tax incentive helps U.S. industry compete versus China
An EV trade group urges continuation of tax incentives for both the production and the sale of electric vehicles (EVs).
Never mind slowing sales, 57% of drivers will likely have an EV in 10 years
Even as sales slow, it’s likely that 57% of drivers will have an EV in 10 years.
Hertz is selling used Teslas for under $20K, Chevrolet Bolt EVs under $14K
Hertz is selling used Teslas for under $20,000 and Chevrolet Bolt EVs for under $14,000.
Trump administration prepares to end Biden’s EV tax incentive, report says
The incoming Trump administration plans to end the federal $7,500 tax incentive on EVs.
Hyundai teases Ioniq 9 electric SUV’s interior ahead of expected launch
Hyundai teased the interior of the much-anticipated Ioniq 9 ahead of its launch next week.
Rivian, VW venture kicks off next-gen platform for R1, Scout EVs
Rivian and VW's joint venture will be used to develop a common manufacturing and tech platform for Rivian R2 and VW Scout EVs.
Waymo, Nexar present AI-based study to protect ‘vulnerable’ road users
Waymo and road safety AI firm Nexar now offer the largest dataset in the U.S. to inform automated vehicles
Tesla posts exaggerate self-driving capacity, safety regulators say
Regulators are concerned that Tesla’s use of social media and of its website makes false promises about the automaker’s full-self driving (FSD) software.
BYD’s cheap EVs might remain out of Canada too
BYD appears to be backtracking from plans to sell EVs in Canada.
Range Rover’s first electric SUV has 48,000 pre-orders
There are already 48,000 pre-orders for the Range Rover Electric, the brand’s first fully electric vehicle to be launched before year end.
Mazda confirms a hybrid CX-5 and electric SUV are on the way
Mazda is working on a hybrid CX-5 and an electric SUV.
Hyundai 2025 Ioniq 5 is under $44,000, with more range and NACS port
Hyundai's 2025 Ioniq 5 is priced under $44,000, with extended driving range and a NACS port.
Rivian R2 EV’s new LG battery boosts storage capacity sixfold
Rivian's R2 electric SUV will be powered by LG cylindrical batteries made in the U.S.
Volvo’s much-anticipated EX30 EV to reach U.S. before year end
Volvo is accelerating deliveries of its much-anticipated EX30 subcompact electric SUV so that it reaches the U.S. before the end of 2024.
AT&T, Voltpost bring internet connectivity to EV charging lampposts
Voltpost is partnering with AT&T to provide lamppost and curbside internet-connected chargers across Michigan.
Rivian offers $3,000 off select EVs to gasoline, hybrid vehicle drivers
Rivian is offering gas-powered vehicle owners $3,000 off the purchase of select EVs.
Yamaha offers sales of 60% on e-bikes as it pulls out of U.S. market
Yamaha announced it will pull out of the e-bike business in the U.S. by the end of the year.
Ford ships new NACS adapters to EV customers
Amid slowing supply from Tesla, Ford is turning to Lectron, an EV-accessories supplier, to provide (NACS) adapters to its customers.
Aptera’s 3-wheel solar EV hits milestone on way toward 2025 commercialization
Aptera just completed a successful test drive of PI-2, the first production-intent version of its futuristic-looking two-seater, three-wheel solar EV.
The UK’s Wayve brings its AI automated driving software to U.S. shores
The UK’s Wayve brings its AI automated driving software to U.S. shores.
Costco partners with Electric Era to bring back EV charging in the U.S.
Costco is again putting its brand name on an EV-charging station in the U.S.
Stellantis’ 2027 Dodge Charger Daytona might feature solid-state battery tech
Stellantis will launch a demo fleet of Dodge Charger Daytona EVs featuring Factorial's solid-state battery tech.
Robotaxi aside, a $25,000 EV would be pointless, Tesla CEO says
Elon Musk says that a regular $25,000 Tesla model would be “pointless.”
A Complete Unknown: Timothée Chalamet talks the importance of Bob Dylan and live music
In a new in a featurette for A Complete Unknown, Timothée Chalamet emphasizes the importance of performing live as Bob Dylan for the movie.
The Nissan Rogue is joining the plug-in hybrid club in 2025
Nissan will add a plug-in-hybrid powertrain to the 2026 Rogue compact SUV, which should be available stateside in 2025.
Rivian gets Knight Rider spooky for Halloween
The Rivian Mobile App offers Halloween Car Costumes, such as the iconic K.I.T.T. from Knight-Rider.
Juiced Bikes sold at auction for $1.2 million, report says
Juiced Bikes, the San Diego-based maker of e-bikes, has been sold on an auction website for $1,225,000, according to a report.
Nissan launches charging network, gives Ariya access to Tesla SuperChargers
Nissan's new charging network gives its EVs access to 90,000 charging stations. Ariya and 2025 EVs will also be able to access Tesla's SuperCharger network.
Volkswagen plans 8 new affordable EVs by 2027, report says
Volkswagen plans to bring eight new affordable EVs to market by 2027.