Property insurance: Dealer hurdle over EVs
Zurich Insurance Group issues recommended best practices for dealerships servicing EVs that could add costs......»»
Daily 5 report for Oct. 23: EVs get collateral damage from political attack ads
A study says 88 percent of political ads involving EVs are negative. The electric vehicle industry is worried about reputational damage. .....»»
GM sees China red ink grow in Q3 amid extended sales slump
GM is working to restructure its struggling business in China, where its market share has fallen amid heightened competition, particularly from domestic brands selling low-priced EVs......»»
GM, Ford try to ease fleet customers" switch to EVs
Switching to an electric vehicle comes with a host of considerations, including when and where to charge it. For fleet operators, moving away from gasoline-powered vehicles also comes with business implications. Some companies might be interested.....»»
Why a lot more used EVs are about to become eligible for a tax credit. Older ones are a mixed bag
First-generation EVs have design flaws and technological quirks that render them a mixed bag in terms of value. Late-model-year used vehicles are typically more reliable, though different climates or histories can affect battery health......»»
In political ad barrage, EVs get the short end of the stick, especially in Michigan
Some $21.5 million has been spent on EV-related ads this election cycle. About 88 percent, or $18.9 million, of it is negative, according to a study......»»
F&I data: Used EVs losing value faster than hybrids and gas-powered cars
A Cox Automotive analysis compares the value of used hybrid, electric and gasoline vehicles with their sticker price......»»
Rob Cochran in line to be NADA chairman in 2026
The National Automobile Dealers Association picked Florida car dealer Tom Castriota as chairman and Pennsylvania dealer Rob Cochran as vice chairman for 2025......»»
Mercedes’ patented steering may finally make EVs exciting to drive
It describes a way of generating feedback for the driver through the steering. New cars really are better than they used to be. They last longer, they're more efficient, and they'.....»»
EV shipments to Europe soar ahead of planned EU tariffs
Automakers from Asia’s biggest economy shipped 60,517 EVs to the 27 nations in the European trade bloc last month, up 61 percent from last year, according to customs data......»»
"Making insurance effective in the face of climate change may require it to be legally enforced"
Recent hurricanes hitting the Southeastern United States have again robbed people of their homes, businesses and lives. Hurricane Helen, in late September, was followed up last week by Hurricane Milton, collapsing seemingly robust building structures.....»»
Nissan launches charging network, gives Ariya access to Tesla SuperChargers
Nissan's new charging network gives its EVs access to 90,000 charging stations. Ariya and 2025 EVs will also access Tesla's SuperCharger network......»»
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......»»
AI finds racial restrictions in millions of property records
California law requires counties to remove racially restrictive language—constitutionally unenforceable since 1948—from property deeds. Researchers trained a large language model to help......»»
Lignin molecular property discovery could help turn trees into affordable, greener industrial chemicals
Trees are the most abundant natural resource living on Earth's land masses, and North Carolina State University scientists and engineers are making headway in finding ways to use them as sustainable, environmentally benign alternatives to producing i.....»»
Stellantis dealers regain optimism after executive shake-up
Stellantis' dealer council met with new North America COO Antonio Filosa this week after criticizing the company's leadership over stagnant sales and bloated inventory......»»
How extreme weather and costs of housing and insurance trap some households in a vicious cycle
Climate change is increasing the risk of extreme weather events for Australian households. Floods and bushfires are becoming more likely and severe. As a result, household insurance costs are soaring—tripling in some cases. High-risk areas might ev.....»»
Florida homeowners fear soaring insurance cost after hurricanes
Florida homeowners fear soaring insurance cost after hurricanes.....»»
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......»»
Climate-Fueled Disasters Are Raising Insurance Rates
Increasingly intense hurricanes, wildfires and other climate disasters have forced these state-run backstop insurance groups into a role typically assumed by the private sector as the primary insurer within their borders.....»»
How Well Do Tesla Superchargers Work for Non-Tesla EVs?
How Well Do Tesla Superchargers Work for Non-Tesla EVs?.....»»