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  • Volkswagen ID.3 electric cars stand in the storage tower following assembly at the "Gläserne Manufaktur" ("Glass Manufactory") production facility on June 08, 2021 in Dresden, Germany.
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    Why automakers are fretting over four words in the Inflation Reduction Act

    A ban on sourcing material from “foreign entities of concern” is causing apprehension among companies reliant on China, a critical mineral powerhouse.

    By Kate Magill • June 22, 2023
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    Dozens of advocacy groups urge Buttigieg to issue ‘lifesaving’ rear-seat alert regulations

    “The tragedy of a child or companion animal dying in a hot car is entirely preventable. Yet, auto manufacturers, with limited exceptions, are not putting technological solutions into cars as standard equipment,” the letter says.

    By • June 21, 2023
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    Industry standards are essential to EV adoption in the US: ANSI report

    A new roadmap from the American National Standards Institute lays out dozens of recommendations to support the widespread deployment of electric vehicles.

    By • June 16, 2023
  • Ford F-150 Lightning pickup trucks sit on the production line at the Ford Rouge Electric Vehicle Center.
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    Ford and GM execs have lingering questions about the Inflation Reduction Act

    Automakers are anxiously awaiting further federal guidance on how to ensure their vehicles qualify for EV consumer tax credits.

    By Kate Magill • June 16, 2023
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    Texas ready to invest $1.4B in state chip industry

    The new funds would complement federal efforts to promote domestic semiconductor manufacturing.

    By Sara Samora • June 14, 2023
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    With summer looming, safety advocates turn up the heat on NHTSA to mandate rear-seat alert systems

    While a proposed rule to install child-presence alerts in cars has stalled, supplier Continental has rolled out a safety feature that notifies drivers immediately if a child is left alone in the cabin.

    By • June 13, 2023
  • Mercedes-Benz car with Drive Pilot sits on a road in front of Aria hotel in Las Vegas
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    California approves Mercedes-Benz Level 3 autonomous driving system for public roads

    Drive Pilot, which will be available on the 2024 S-Class and EQS sedans, allows drivers to read a book or check email at speeds under 40 mph.

    By • June 12, 2023
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    Deep Dive

    7 trends transforming the automotive industry

    Technology is reshaping how car makers design, build, sell and service vehicles as they shift to electrification, boost domestic manufacturing and develop new hardware and software partnerships.

    By • June 12, 2023
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    NHTSA considering automatic emergency braking requirements for automakers

    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says the proposal could save lives, but it may face pushback from car manufacturers.  

    By • June 2, 2023
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    Energy Department cancels $200M Microvast battery grant

    The Texas-based battery maker said the decision will not impact its commitment to grow its U.S. manufacturing footprint.

    By Sara Samora • May 23, 2023
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    Connected vehicle technology advances in US with FCC waiver approval

    Ford, Audi, Jaguar Land Rover North America, two state transportation departments and nine other companies will be able to invest in technology essential for fully autonomous vehicles.

    By Dan Zukowski • May 9, 2023
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    Tighter EPA vehicle emissions standards may speed up electric vehicle transition

    The new emissions standards would apply to 2027 through 2032 model-year vehicles, but they would not mandate EVs, leaving it up to automakers to decide how to meet the rules.

    By Dan Zukowski • April 12, 2023
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    Deep Dive

    Biden ‘EV revolution’ delayed as utilities, carmakers await critical IRS guidance on Inflation Reduction Act

    A domestic EV industry and a national charging network buildout await federal agency interpretations of complex IRA tax credit and supply chain requirements. 

    By Herman K. Trabish • March 17, 2023
  • A white electric vehicle, parked by a sign that reads "Electric Vehicle charging station," is seen from a low angle outside the driver's door, plugged in to a charger.
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    $700 million for community EV charging now available from federal grant program

    Cities, counties, other local governments and tribes can apply for grants for public charging in urban and rural communities.

    By Dan Zukowski • March 14, 2023
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    Federal infrastructure funds begin to flow, mostly to roadwork

    Spending on roadway contracts in 2022 was more than 29 times higher than spending on rail and transit contracts, according to American Road & Transportation Builders Association data.

    By Dan Zukowski • March 3, 2023
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    In EV adoption, most US states lag California by at least 5 years

    Greater investment in charging infrastructure could help build consumer acceptance of electric vehicles, auto industry experts from PricewaterhouseCoopers said.

    By Dan Zukowski • Feb. 10, 2023
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    EV transition not keeping pace with US climate goals: report

    Gas-powered cars need tighter regulations for the U.S. to meet its 2030 emissions target, while not enough urban charging or utility upgrades could constrain electrification, one report author said.

    By Dan Zukowski • Jan. 31, 2023