In Beijing, automakers are all-in on EVs
The Beijing show comes as green vehicles reached a milestone in China, accounting for over half of passenger vehicles sold......»»
Used EVs could be answer for consumers seeking affordability
The depressed values of used electric vehicles present an attractive solution to cost-conscious consumers seeking transportation, business leaders said at the 2024 Auto Finance Summit......»»
The Physics Trick That Makes These New Super Cars So Insanely Fast
Zero to 60 in 1.4 seconds? By lowering air pressure under the car, automakers can dial the acceleration way up......»»
Why plug-in hybrids are failing to win over EV-hesitant consumers
Automakers' hopes of easing the EV transition with plug-in hybrids may be falling short, according to a J.D. Power report......»»
Karma’s EVs are getting a Master & Dynamic audio upgrade
Karma Automotive has partnered with Master & Dynamic for the in-cabin audio systems of its newest EVs......»»
How Well Do Tesla Superchargers Work for Non-Tesla EVs?
How Well Do Tesla Superchargers Work for Non-Tesla EVs?.....»»
Detroit 3 suppliers face dilemmas on rapidly growing China EV business
As Ford, General Motors, Stellantis and other traditional automakers lose ground in China, their suppliers are scrambling to fill the void and preserve positions in what is now the world’s largest auto market. .....»»
Apple and Google threaten automaker AI voice assistant push
While automakers toil to build visual interfaces that can compete with big tech, voice assistants represent the next battleground for a key consumer touch point......»»
Volkswagen plans 8 new affordable EVs by 2027, report says
Volkswagen plans to bring eight new affordable EVs to market by 2027......»»
Mexico has prototypes for its own compact EV, President Claudia Sheinbaum says
The president didn’t name specific companies that could produce EVs, but said that Mexican manufacturers of motors will work together with researchers on potentially multiple models......»»
International Motor Sports Association preps for growing roster of automakers and rising fan interest
The International Motor Sports Association had 18 brands competing in various series in the 2024 season. More automakers are set to join......»»
A new approach to sustainable development in arid river basins through a multi-objective programming model
A collaborative research team from Beijing Normal University and the University of Regina has introduced a new approach to sustainable development in arid river basins through a Grey Fractional Multi-Objective Programming (GFMOP) model. The study, re.....»»
Industry sees influx of qualified minority dealer candidates, NAMAD president says
Automakers see the most success with minority dealer growth when it's a business directive that comes from the top of the company, said NAMAD President Perry Watson IV......»»
Solid-state batteries need proven benefits over lithium ion to become EV market player
As solid-state battery technology evolves, lithium ion batteries, which power the vast majority of EVs on the road, are also advancing......»»
North America can seize EV leadership from China, GM battery chief says
The U.S. can seize global leadership on electric vehicle batteries as the customer base for EVs grows, said Kurt Kelty, General Motors' vice president of batteries......»»
Bankrupt Fisker says it can’t migrate its EVs to a new owner’s server
Fisker waited until Friday evening to tell the buyer about the problem. Starting a new car company isn't easy—just ask Henrik Fisker, whose second bite at that particular cherry.....»»
Stellantis holds off on megacasting championed by Tesla and Volvo
The technique was pioneered by Tesla to reduce manufacturing times and costs. Volvo, Nissan, Ford, Toyota and Hyundai are among automakers either using or planning to use it. .....»»
Stellantis holds off on megacasting, championed by Tesla and Volvo
The technique was pioneered by Tesla to reduce manufacturing times and costs. Volvo, Nissan, Ford, Toyota and Hyundai are among automakers either using or planning to use it. .....»»
GM expects lower EV losses in 2025, will drop Ultium name
GM executives did not say if EVs will be profitable in 2025. They pointed to the improving trajectory as a sign of progress in GM's EV strategy......»»
GM drops Ultium name for EV platform
General Motors said at an Oct. 8 investor day that it expects to build roughly 200,000 EVs this year as it targets profitability......»»
EVs, China and an election make for a turbulent political stew in Michigan
It is complicating Michigan’s efforts to lead the next stage of automotive evolution and highlighting geopolitical tensions with China......»»