Focus on Transport
US carrier Southwest Airlines unveils electric air taxi venture
The airline plans to jointly develop a fleet of electric air taxis to serve the California market with Archer Aviation.
Germany set to abstain in vote of EU tariffs on Chinese EVs
Germany is set to abstain in Monday's vote by European Union member states on imposing provisional tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, sources told...
Tesla launches new Model 3 long-range variant at $42,490
The new rear-wheel drive Model 3 long-range variant is priced at $42,490, $5,000 less than the all-wheel drive version.
Global EV sales up 13% in June, down 7% in Europe, Rho Motion says
Global EV and PHEV sales rose by 13% in June, driven by China’s growth, while Europe saw a decline, according to Rho Motion's...
Chilean lithium to be eligible for U.S. tax break
Chilean-mined lithium for EV batteries will qualify for the benefits under the Inflation Reduction Act due to Santiago's free trade agreement with Washington.
Tesla delays Robotaxi launch to October: report
Tesla delays Robotaxi launch to October from August with shares dropping over 5%.
GM to invest $900m to retool Michigan auto plant to build EVs
With $500m of US government grants and its own investment, GM hopes to turn Lansing plant into EV hub.
New Investments in GM’s Lansing Grand River Assembly Underscore Commitment to U.S. Manufacturing Leadership
July 11 2024 For more than 20 years, our GM Lansing Grand River team has built luxury and performance vehicles our customers love,...
Volkswagen, QuantumScape strike deal on solid-state batteries
VW solid-state batteries project involves working with the US startup to produce 40GWh per year.
Biden awards $1.7 billion to boost EV manufacturing and assembly in eight states
American EV grants aim to restart or expand manufacturing and assembly in eight states, covering SUVs, school buses, truck batteries and more.
