EVs: Page 2
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Fleet customers can now purchase Rivian’s electric vans
The company previously sold most of its electric vans to Amazon, its first large-scale customer.
By Eric Walz • Feb. 18, 2025 -
New York loans Revel $60M to expand NYC public EV charging
The financial arrangement is “an important and replicable precedent” to grow electric vehicle charging, NY Green Bank President Andrew Kessler said.
By Robert Walton • Feb. 13, 2025 -
Ionna moves forward with EV charging network
The automaker-led joint venture remains committed to rolling out public charging infrastructure, despite the suspension of government funding.
By Larry Avila • Feb. 11, 2025 -
Toyota’s expanded $14B North Carolina EV battery plant ready to roll
The batteries produced at the facility will be used in hybrids, plug-in hybrids and fully electric vehicles built in North America.
By Larry Avila • Feb. 10, 2025 -
DOT suspends Biden’s $5B electric vehicle charging network effort
Most of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure funds have already been awarded to states, however, and some observers say the Trump administration cannot end the program with just a memo.
By Robert Walton • Feb. 10, 2025 -
Sheetz to add EV ‘Rechargeries’ at more than 50 stores
The first three sites with Ionna charging ports opened at the end of 2024 in Pennsylvania and Ohio.
By Jessica Loder • Feb. 7, 2025 -
Honda prepares to start ‘flexible’ vehicle production at Ohio EV hub
The automaker will produce ICE, hybrid and fully electric models on the same production lines, allowing for flexibility to adapt in market demand.
By Eric Walz • Feb. 6, 2025 -
Lucid names CFO
Taoufiq Boussaid will take over on Feb. 25 for Gagan Dhingra, who has held the interim post since December 2023.
By Larry Avila • Feb. 5, 2025 -
Lucid Gravity gains Tesla Supercharger access with native NACS port
The new luxury-electric SUV can now charge at over 20,000 Tesla Supercharger locations without the need for an adapter.
By Eric Walz • Feb. 4, 2025 -
Policy shifts shake up automotive landscape in 2025
Tariffs and potential updates to emission rules are driving automakers to rethink production strategies.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 31, 2025 -
Sales growth in the forecast for EVs, hybrids
The potential loss of government incentives on battery electric vehicles may slow sales momentum later this year, experts say.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 31, 2025 -
Tesla’s Q4 automotive revenue declines 8% YoY
Company executives said Tesla made significant investments to spur its next wave of growth, including vehicle manufacturing capabilities and AI training.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 31, 2025 -
GM expects to save $1B by shutting down Cruise robotaxi
The automaker anticipates its Super Cruise hands-free driving feature will drive EV interest.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 29, 2025 -
Georgia Rivian plant to resume construction
After a pause due to high costs, the electric vehicle manufacturer anticipates work on the project near Atlanta to begin in 2026.
By Zachary Phillips • Jan. 28, 2025 -
New vehicle prices rose 1.3% YoY in December
The value of incentives and discounts also remained elevated, according to Cox Automotive Kelley Blue Book.
By Kalena Thomhave • Jan. 24, 2025 -
EV sales top 1.3M units in the US in 2024
Sales in Q4 jumped by 15.2%, setting a new quarterly record, according to Cox Automotive.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 23, 2025 -
GM, Vianode announce synthetic graphite supply deal for EV batteries
The "multi-billion dollar" agreement covers the development of large-scale manufacturing in North America and supply of the raw material through 2033.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 21, 2025 -
Trump orders trade review ahead of potential tariffs
Federal agencies have until April 1 to give recommendations on trade pacts with Mexico, Canada and China.
By Philip Neuffer • Jan. 21, 2025 -
Biden’s EV tax credits, leasing loophole ‘most vulnerable,’ experts say
The investment and production tax credits will likely remain safe as Republicans take power in Washington.
By Michael Brady • Jan. 17, 2025 -
5 automotive topics to watch when Trump takes office
China, trade, vehicle emissions and fuel economy standards, and electric vehicle policy will be in the crosshairs of the incoming Trump administration, experts say.
By Michael Brady • Jan. 17, 2025 -
BMW announces battery recycling partnership with SK tes
The partnership is set to expand to the US-Mexico-Canada region as early as 2026.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 15, 2025 -
Tesla recalls over 239K vehicles for rearview camera display fault
The computer circuit board may short leading to a blank camera screen when shifting into reverse.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 14, 2025 -
DOT announces $635M in EV charging, other clean transportation grants
The grants will support installation of more than 11,500 electric vehicle charging ports as well as hydrogen and natural gas fueling infrastructure.
By Robert Walton • Jan. 14, 2025 -
GM using AI to find the best locations for EV chargers
The automaker says uncertainty about how to find charging stations remains a hurdle to prospective customers.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 13, 2025 -
5 auto industry trends to watch in 2025
Automakers are not likely to lose sight of their long-term electrification goals.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 10, 2025