Focus on Automotive
Chinese EV maker Aiways talking to investors for export-only approach
LONDON – Chinese electric vehicle maker Aiways is in talks with investors to restart production of its existing models and develop a new,...
Biden orders US investigation of national security risks posed by Chinese-made ‘smart cars’
WASHINGTON — Citing potential national security risks, the Biden administration says it will investigate Chinese-made “smart cars” that can gather sensitive information about...
Aston Martin delays launch of its first battery EV by a year
Luxury British car manufacturer puts back launch of first electric car to 2026.
China’s Changan in talks to take over struggling EV maker, report says
Chinese manufacturer Human Horizons could be acquired after suspending operation following the collapse of a $5.6bn deal.
Electric school buses finally make headway, but hurdles still stand
Fewer than one percent of school buses in the US are electric despite available technology, with cost being a significant barrier for advocates.
EV maker Lotus Tech closes up modestly in Nasdaq debut after SPAC merger
By Echo Wang and Lance Tupper NEW YORK (Reuters) -Shares of Lotus Technology closed up 2% in their Nasdaq debut on Friday, recouping...
China’s BYD unveils new Dolphin EV with lower starting price
BEIJING (Reuters) – Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD on Friday unveiled a version of its Dolphin hatchback with a lower starting price. The...
US approves year-round sales of higher ethanol blend in 8 states
EPA allows partial relaxing of rules on selling fuel with more ethanol during summertime, in boost to corn farmers.
Chinese EV maker Xpeng to hire 4,000, invest in AI
SHANGHAI/BEIJING (Reuters) – Chinese electric vehicle maker Xpeng said it would hire 4,000 this year and invest millions in artificial intelligence, as it...
New Mexico legislators back carbon-reduction regulations for transportation fuels
New Mexico’s Legislature has approved a bill aimed at reducing pollution from cars and trucks by creating financial incentives for transportation fuel producers...
