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Biden administration awards car factories $1.7 billion so they can build EVs
The US Energy Department has revealed that it's awarding car and auto parts factories in eight states a total of $1.7 billion in funding, so that they can be retooled to build electric vehicles and their components.
Check out NASCAR’s first electric race car prototype
NASCAR unveiled its first prototype electric racer this weekend at the Chicago Street Race. The $1.5 million electric crossover was developed in partnership with ABB, Chevrolet, Ford and Toyota.
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Kia EV9 review: Everything I want in a three-row family EV
The Kia EV9 is fast, stylish and relatively affordable. It’s practically everything we’d want in a three-row EV SUV.
China’s BYD is catching up with Tesla in sales
China’s BYD is catching up with Tesla in sales. The company just posted a 21 percent increase in EVs sold.
Tesla’s Cybertruck has been recalled again
Tesla is once again recalling the Cybertruck. All told, nearly 12,000 vehicles are being recalled due to a faulty windshield wiper and trim.
Chinese EV makers face additional tariffs of up to 38 percent in the EU
The European Union is going impose additional tariffs of up to 38 percent on Chinese-made electric vehicles in an effort to protect the region's manufacturers from unfair competition.
Mercedes-Benz finally unveils its electric G-Class luxury off-roader
The Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology is the first fully electric variant of the G-Class vehicle.
Rivian offers (up to) $5,000 discount if you trade in your gas-powered truck
Rivian will give you up to around $5,470 in discount if you trade in an eligible gas-powered truck or SUV when you purchase or lease a qualifying R1 electric vehicle package in the US and Canada.
Ford delays some electric vehicles, renews focus on hybrids
Ford just announced some delays for electric vehicles, including the long-awaited three-row SUV. Additionally, the company is placing a renewed focus on hybrids.
Lotus' secret weapon is EVs with personality
Lotus' is late to the EV world, but it's bringing its DNA along for the ride.
Rivian owners can use Tesla Superchargers now, once they get their free adapter
Rivian owners can now use Tesla Supercharger stations to juice up their electric vehicles. The company released a software update to allow the integration and will even be sending out free adapters to customers.
Biden administration may give automakers more time to shift to EVs
According to a report from The New York Times, the Biden administration is planning to loosen the strict rules on tailpipe emissions proposed by the Environmental Protection Agency last year. The rules are expected to be published this spring.
GM halts sales of its new Chevy Blazer EV amid reports of major software issues
GM has paused deliveries of the new Chevy Blazer EV after drivers found the infotainment system keeps crashing and displaying all kinds of error messages. The company said it is aware of "software quality issues" and is working on a fix.
Half of London's famed black cab taxi fleet are now EVs
Half of London's black cab fleet is now made up of zero-emission vehicles.
Lucid EVs will be able to access Tesla's Superchargers starting in 2025
Lucid's electric vehicles will be able to plug into over 15,000 Tesla Superchargers in North America starting in 2025.
Lucid cuts prices on Air luxury EVs by up to $10,000
Lucid is selling several of its electric vehicle models at a discount until November 30.
Toyota and Lexus are adopting Tesla's EV charging standard
Toyota has joined the growing list of companies switching to the North American Charging Standard (NACS).
Kia debuts the EV5 SUV alongside two new affordable electric concepts
At Kia's EV day event, the automaker has launched its upcoming electric vehicle, the EV5, and introduced two new concepts meant to make the technology more accessible.
Tesla once again slashes Model S and X prices by nearly 20 percent
Tesla’s Model S and X electric vehicles have already received two substantial price cuts throughout the year, but now there’s another one to entice consumers hesitant to jump on the EV train. Tesla has cut prices on these cars by 15 to 19 percent, depending on the model and trim. This price drop is not just for American consumers, as similar discounts have appeared throughout the globe, according to EV experts Electrek.
Tesla's redesigned Model 3 comes with a new interior and more range
Tesla's redesigned Model 3 has finally gone on sale in China, Europe and elsewhere after leaking out here and there over the last year.