Plastics supplier to Rivian, Bosch, others faces insolvency
Unique Fabricating is facing insolvency after failing to make loan payments and dealing with allegations of improperly reporting finances, on top of being investigated for alleged labor rights violations in Mexico......»»
Farley, top Ford execs hit road to hear dealers" concerns
The tour comes as dealer trust levels within Ford have plummeted as the company faces continued quality woes and questions over its electrification strategy......»»
Effective policies needed to curb hormone-disrupting chemicals: Study
Without smart policymaking, banning harmful chemicals like bisphenols and phthalates—common ingredients in plastics manufacturing—can result in a game of regulatory whack-a-mole where chemicals of similar toxicity or that have not been rigorously.....»»
A new approach to producing high-performance plastics from agricultural waste
In our rapidly industrialized world, the quest for sustainable materials has never been more urgent. Plastics, ubiquitous in daily life, pose significant environmental challenges, primarily due to their fossil fuel origins and problematic disposal......»»
"Hybrid" US sheep breeder used endangered genetic material, faces jail
A US man who tried to breed enormous hybrid sheep using genetic material from endangered animals so he could sell them to trophy hunting ranches faces jail time after pleading guilty to wildlife crimes on Tuesday......»»
Tesla faces new rival as a tech giant launches its first EV
Succeeding where Apple failed, a tech giant announced on Tuesday that it will begin deliveries of its first-ever EV later this month......»»
Chicago battles measles with calls for vaccination—in contrast with Florida
US faces threat of measles resurgence amid global rise and declining vaccination. Enlarge / A brightly colored transmission microscope image of measles viruses. (credit: Getty | BSIP) A team of health experts from the Ce.....»»
Another Apple supplier hit by cancellation of a massive micro LED delivery project
A second micro LED supplier has announced the abrupt cancellation of a project believed to be for micro LED displays for the Apple Watch Ultra 3.Apple Watch UltraApple has not confirmed the cancellation of its micro LED plans for the Apple Watch Ultr.....»»
Opinion: Lagos bans single-use plastics—why I think Nigeria should have taxed them instead
Waste pollution is a huge problem in Nigeria, with serious impacts on the environment. In response, the Lagos state government has banned styrofoam (a type of plastic widely used as food containers) and other single-use products......»»
Halloween toy among plastics swallowed by sea turtles
A Halloween toy was among hundreds of plastic items found in the guts of dead sea turtles in the Mediterranean, a new study reveals......»»
Rivian R3: price, release date, range, and more
The Rivian R3 is Rivian's electric crossover that could take on the likes of the Ioniq 5 and Tesla Model Y. Here's what we know so far......»»
Rivian working with Illinois on incentive deal for Normal plant
The state sees a chance to double down on the EV maker as it plans to launch production of a new vehicle at its factory in Normal, Ill., instead of Georgia......»»
Watch Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou live stream: PPV price, results, undercard
Francis Ngannou shook up the boxing world by almost beating the lineal heavyweight champion Tyson Fury. He faces another titan this weekend, Anthony Joshua......»»
TikTok could be banned – What a US ban would mean and how would it work
TikTok once again faces the very real prospect of being banned in the US. But how would that work and could you get around it?.....»»
Affordable adventure: 10 cool things about Rivian R2, R3, R3X crossovers
Rivian has gained a reputation as a California brand with a taste for adventure — and innovative features. Its next models continue the vibe at much lower prices, starting in 2026......»»
Nissan fully pays supplier contracts as Japan regulators swoop
Nissan withheld full payments to dozens of subcontracted suppliers in an allegedly illegal cost-cutting scheme that was investigated by Japanese regulators. .....»»
Rivian"s pivot to Ill. plant for R2 model saves time, money vs. future Georgia site
CEO RJ Scaringe says using Rivian's existing plant in Normal, Ill., will allow R2 production in the first half of 2026 and save $2.25 billion compared with a later start at a future Georgia factory......»»
Rivian reveals R2 crossover from $45,000, along with smaller R3; Georgia plant delayed
The R2 is similar in size to a Tesla Model Y and will open a much bigger segment for Rivian compared with the larger R1S crossover. Rivian also showed an even smaller R3 crossover......»»
Rivian reveals three new, smaller electric SUVs: The R2, R3, and R3X
The new EVs use Rivian's new midsize platform, and R2 deliveries begin in 2026. Enlarge / From left to right, the Rivian R2, Rivian R3, and Rivian R3X. (credit: Rivian) Today in California, Rivian CEO and founder RJ Scar.....»»
The R3 is Rivian’s surprise electric crossover
In a surprise move, Rivian didn't just announce the R2 -- it also announced the R3 crossover. It's set to be Rivian's cheapest EV yet......»»
The Rivian R2 SUV is up for preorder for only $45,000
Rivian is making a serious play toward cheaper cars -- and to that end, it has announced the new Rivian R2. The new SUV starts at $45,000......»»