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The inquiry will initially examine 47 models produced by 20 brands (Alamy/PA)
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UK govt investigating dozens of vehicle models over diesel emissions concerns

The UK government is investigating 47 diesel vehicle models over possible emissions cheating, a probe that could expand and lead to recalls if...

The Tesla logo is seen on a car in Los Angeles, California, U.S.
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Tesla stock extends rally as Musk-Trump alliance fuels gains

Tesla shares soar 7% on premarket gains, fueled by Musk's backing of Trump and hopes for policy benefits.

Miniatures of solar panel and electric pole are seen in front of Enphase logo in this illustration taken January 17, 2023. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo
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Enphase Energy to lay off 17% of workforce

Enphase Energy will cut its global workforce by about 17 per cent, impacting about 500 employees and contractors, the solar inverter maker disclosed...

FILE PHOTO: A Tesla Model 3 vehicle drives using FSD (Full Self-Driving) in Encinitas, California, U.S., October 18, 2023.     REUTERS/Mike Blake/File Photo
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US agency raises concerns about Tesla Full Self-Driving social media posts

NHTSA investigates Tesla FSD social media claims, citing concerns they may mislead drivers into treating it as a robotaxi needing no attention.

FILE PHOTO: The logo of Leapmotor is seen on media day at the 2024 Paris Auto Show in Paris, France, October 14, 2024. REUTERS/Benoit Tessier/File Photo
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Stellantis, partner Leapmotor scrap plan to make second EV model in Poland, sources say

Chinese automakers were recently told to pause their large-scale investment plans in EU countries that had backed the tariff proposal.

FILE PHOTO: Model Y cars are pictured during the opening ceremony of the new Tesla Gigafactory for electric cars in Gruenheide, Germany, March 22, 2022. Patrick Pleul/Pool via REUTERS/File Photo
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Tesla hits $1 trillion market value as Musk-backed Trump win fans optimism

Tesla's market value breached the $1 trillion-mark in a sharp rally on Friday, on growing bets of favorable treatment with Trump's election.

FILE PHOTO: Cars ride in traffic along the I5 freeway is shown in Los Angeles, California, U.S., July 12, 2023.   REUTERS/Mike Blake/File Photo
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California to vote on stricter rules for low carbon fuels policy

The proposed changes would require a deeper reduction in the carbon intensity of transportation fuels by 2030.

Battery cells with the logo of LG Energy Solution are displayed at the company headquarters in Seoul, South Korea, April 23, 2024.   REUTERS/Kim Hong-Ji/File Photo
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LG Energy Solution signs 5-year battery supply deal with Rivian

LG Energy Solution’s Arizona unit has signed a five-year, 67 GWh battery supply deal with Rivian, powering its R2 EVs.

A Cruise self-driving car, which is owned by General Motors Corp, is seen outside the company’s headquarters in San Francisco where it does most of its testing, in California, U.S., September 26, 2018. REUTERS/Heather Somerville/File Photo
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California agency boosts reporting requirements for autonomous vehicle incidents

California now mandates enhanced reporting from autonomous vehicle companies, including incidents of vehicles getting stuck.

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