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Biden Administration Plans to Invest $2 Billion Towards Domestic EV Manufacturing
Jun 28, 2023 Ξ

Biden Administration Plans to Invest $2 Billion Towards Domestic EV Manufacturing

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The Biden administration has unveiled plans to allocate $2 billion from the Inflation Reduction Act of the previous year towards the advancement of domestic electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing. The aim  Full Article »

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Infiniti Hopes to Jolt Brand with Future Electric Vehicles & Upcoming Gas Models
Jun 28, 2023 Ξ

Infiniti Hopes to Jolt Brand with Future Electric Vehicles & Upcoming Gas Models

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Infiniti recently hosted a meeting in Los Angeles to address concerns among its North American dealers and showcase its plans for revitalizing the brand. The automaker aimed to dispel doubts  Full Article »

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Chevrolet & Ford Rank High in Automotive Loyalty Survey, Toyota Slips
Jun 28, 2023 Ξ

Chevrolet & Ford Rank High in Automotive Loyalty Survey, Toyota Slips

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According to a recent S&P Global Mobility survey highlighted by Automotive News, Toyota has slipped to seventh place among mainstream auto brands in the rankings for the first four months  Full Article »

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Small Pickup Trucks Get Low Ratings in Rear Seat Safety Tests, According to IIHS Study
Jun 28, 2023 Ξ

Small Pickup Trucks Get Low Ratings in Rear Seat Safety Tests, According to IIHS Study

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According to a recent study conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), small pickup trucks have received low ratings in rear seat safety tests. The tests revealed that  Full Article »

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Automakers Scramble to Secure Supplies of Lithium for EV Batteries During Shortage
Jun 28, 2023 Ξ

Automakers Scramble to Secure Supplies of Lithium for EV Batteries During Shortage

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Automakers are scrambling to secure lithium supplies for electric car batteries amid concerns of potential shortages. Companies like General Motors (GM) and China’s BYD Auto Ltd. are taking unprecedented steps  Full Article »

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Ford to Cut Jobs in US & Canada to Lower Costs
Jun 27, 2023 Ξ

Ford to Cut Jobs in US & Canada to Lower Costs

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Ford Motor Co announced its decision to cut jobs in the United States and Canada as part of its strategy to reduce costs and exit unprofitable locations. The company will  Full Article »

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US Industry Group to Write Standards for Tesla NACS EV Plug Leading to Widespread Use
Jun 27, 2023 Ξ

US Industry Group to Write Standards for Tesla NACS EV Plug Leading to Widespread Use

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SAE International, a prominent U.S. automotive industry organization, has announced its intention to establish performance standards for Tesla’s electric vehicle (EV) charging plugs. This move signifies a significant step towards  Full Article »

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Volvo Works with Tesla to Give All Its EV Drivers Access to Supercharger Network NACS Charging Ports
Jun 27, 2023 Ξ

Volvo Works with Tesla to Give All Its EV Drivers Access to Supercharger Network NACS Charging Ports

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Volvo has now jumped into the Tesla charging fray! In its pursuit of becoming a fully electric car manufacturer by 2030, Volvo has become the first European automaker to collaborate  Full Article »

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Stellantis to Launch Free2move Charge & Energy EV Service to Ease Charging Anxiety
Jun 27, 2023 Ξ

Stellantis to Launch Free2move Charge & Energy EV Service to Ease Charging Anxiety

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Stellantis, one of the world’s leading car manufacturers, has launched a groundbreaking business unit, Charging & Energy, to address the growing concerns surrounding EV charging. By introducing the Free2move Charge  Full Article »

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Lordstown Motors Files for Bankruptcy, Sues Foxconn
Jun 27, 2023 Ξ

Lordstown Motors Files for Bankruptcy, Sues Foxconn

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Lordstown Motors, a U.S. electric truck manufacturer, has filed for bankruptcy protection and initiated legal action against Taiwan’s Foxconn due to a dispute over a promised investment. This development has  Full Article »

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2024 BMW M5 Touring (Wagon) Could Make It to the USA
Jun 26, 2023 Ξ

2024 BMW M5 Touring (Wagon) Could Make It to the USA

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BMW is preparing to introduce the 2024 BMW M5 Touring, marking the return of the high-performance wagon after a hiatus of over a decade. Initially, it was thought that the  Full Article »

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Lexus Could Soon Have a new Production RC Sports Coupe Hybrid or EV Based on Toyota GR GT3 Concept Car
Jun 26, 2023 Ξ

Lexus Could Soon Have a new Production RC Sports Coupe Hybrid or EV Based on Toyota GR GT3 Concept Car

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There are strong indications that a new Lexus RC coupe may be on the horizon within the next five years. The Toyota GR GT3 concept, showcased at the Tokyo Auto  Full Article »

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Aston Martin Looks to Lucid for EV Technology Partnership
Jun 26, 2023 Ξ

Aston Martin Looks to Lucid for EV Technology Partnership

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Aston Martin has entered into a partnership with Lucid Group, an American electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer. In exchange for access to Lucid’s high-performance EV technology, Aston Martin will grant Lucid  Full Article »

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GM’s EV Truck Customers Must Wait Till 2025 for Tesla NACS Charge Ports
Jun 26, 2023 Ξ

GM’s EV Truck Customers Must Wait Till 2025 for Tesla NACS Charge Ports

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General Motors (GM) has announced that it will not be implementing Tesla-compatible charging ports on its upcoming Chevrolet Silverado EV pickups until the 2025 model year. This decision was disclosed  Full Article »

Alpine

French Sports Car Maker Alpine to Enter U.S. with Full EV Lineup in 2027
Jun 26, 2023 Ξ

French Sports Car Maker Alpine to Enter U.S. with Full EV Lineup in 2027

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Renault-owned and French sports car maker Alpine has recently unveiled an ambitious plan to expand its model lineup and enter mainstream segments, marking a significant shift in its 68-year history.  Full Article »

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