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What’s next for EVs under President Trump?
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump signed an executive order promising to eliminate what he incorrectly labels “the electric vehicle mandate” imposed under...
Volkswagen looks forward to working with U.S. gov’t amid tariff concerns, spokesperson says
By Victoria Waldersee and Christina Amann BERLIN (Reuters) -Volkswagen on Tuesday warned against the “harmful economic impact” of tariffs that U.S. President Donald...
EV sales slip in Europe in 2024 in overall stable car market
Sales of electric cars slid last year in Europe in an otherwise stable market, data from carmakers showed Tuesday. A total of 1.99...
US upgrades probe into 129,000 Ford vehicles over hands-free tech
The regulator said it is upgrading the probe to an engineering analysis, covering vehicles between the 2021-2024 model years.
EV startup Canoo files for bankruptcy, to cease operations
The EV startup has been facing rapid cash burn and a struggle to secure funding amid uncertain demand.
A battery plant fire in California started during a boom for energy storage
A major California battery plant fire burned thousands of lithium batteries, a growing renewable energy source.
Carmakers at India auto show unveil charging network plans, new EVs
India’s auto giants Maruti, Tata, and Hyundai unveiled plans at the New Delhi Auto Show to expand EV charging networks nationwide.
Vistra’s battery storage facility goes up in flames, spurs evacuation orders
Flames engulf Vistra’s Moss Landing battery storage site near San Francisco, emitting toxic fumes as officials let it burn.
US auto safety regulator closes probe into nearly 7,000 Fisker electric SUVs
NHTSA ends probe into 6,971 Fisker Ocean SUVs’ braking issue, citing lack of info as Fisker struggles post-bankruptcy.
Volkswagen looking to deepen partnership with Rivian, Spiegel reports
"For example, we are thinking about sharing modules and bundling purchasing volumes," VW CEO Oliver Blume said.
