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Stellantis Q3 year-over-year revenue nosedives 27%
The automaker shipped fewer new vehicles during the quarter as it prioritizes EV rollouts and selling excess inventory.
By Larry Avila • Nov. 4, 2024 -
Toyota, Suzuki to launch electric SUV
Toyota describes the forthcoming vehicle as a “nimble SUV with the sharp driving characteristics of a BEV.”
By Eric Walz • Nov. 1, 2024 -
Stellantis, Factorial to launch demo fleet to test solid-state-EV batteries
A fleet of electric Dodge Charger Daytonas will evaluate their real-world performance with the goal of commercializing the technology.
By Eric Walz • Nov. 1, 2024 -
Mercedes-Benz opens its own battery recycling factory
With a targeted recovery rate of up to 96%, the facility will process and recycle enough materials to produce more than 50,000 new battery modules per year.
By Eric Walz • Oct. 31, 2024 -
Volvo dials back full-year growth projections
However, Volvo Cars’ CEO Jim Rowan believes reluctant buyers will be swayed when the automaker introduces its expanded EV and hybrid lineup.
By Larry Avila • Oct. 29, 2024 -
ABM to integrate Mainspring Energy’s power generation tool to strengthen EV charging solutions
The technology can be quickly deployed at scale and would appeal to large fleet operators seeking cost-effective and sustainable charging infrastructure, ABM says.
By Nish Amarnath • Oct. 28, 2024 -
Tesla Q3 profits boosted by rising Full Self-Driving revenue
CEO Elon Musk said rapid advancements with FSD have made it challenging to find flaws in the technology.
By Haley Cawthon • Oct. 24, 2024 -
Honda previews next-gen tech for its new ‘0 Series’ EVs
The first model is expected to launch in 2026 and will be built on a newly developed platform.
By Eric Walz • Oct. 24, 2024 -
GM targets EV growth with 500-mile range trucks
The automaker's Q3 revenues topped analysts’ estimates for the fourth straight quarter as it focuses on EV growth.
By Larry Avila • Oct. 23, 2024 -
NHTSA opens safety probe for up to 2.4M Tesla vehicles
One of the incidents under investigation is a fatal collision with a pedestrian while the Full Self-Driving feature was active.
By Eric Walz • Oct. 22, 2024 -
Ford inks battery supply deal with LG Energy Solution
Under the agreement, the companies will move battery production for the Mustang Mach-E from Poland to Michigan.
By Eric Walz • Oct. 22, 2024 -
Nissan joins ChargeScape EV charging joint venture
The company along with BMW, Ford and Honda will deploy electric vehicle charging software aiming to simplify charging and return power to the grid.
By Kalena Thomhave • Oct. 21, 2024 -
GM invests $625M in lithium production capacity
The automaker is partnering with Lithium Americas to develop the Thacker Pass mine in Nevada, where GM agreed to buy up to 100% of lithium produced for 20 years.
By Kate Magill • Oct. 18, 2024 -
Honda supply chain woes had little impact on September sales
While the disruptions from Hurricane Helene have subsided, retooling efforts for Ohio EV production are still hampering its manufacturing activity.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 18, 2024 -
Wolfspeed to secure $750M CHIPS funding for North Carolina, New York
The company's semiconductors are used in EVs, plug-in hybrids, artificial intelligence applications and more, the government noted.
By Joelle Anselmo • Oct. 15, 2024 -
GM Energy launches ‘PowerBank’ home energy storage unit for EVs
Customers can pair two stationary batteries for up to 35.4 kilowatt hours of energy storage, enough to power an average U.S. home for up to 20 hours.
By Eric Walz • Oct. 15, 2024 -
Lyten to build $1B lithium-sulfur battery factory in Nevada
The manufacturer received a $4 million Department of Energy grant in January to accelerate its EV battery production.
By Joelle Anselmo • Oct. 15, 2024 -
Tesla unveils Cybercab, Robovan and … dancing robots
“The future should look like the future,” CEO Elon Musk said during the automaker’s “We, Robot” event on Thursday.
By Haley Cawthon • Oct. 14, 2024 -
Uber rolls out climate-focused features, updates to drive sustainability progress
The ride-share giant’s expanded green product suite will allow users to hail more electric vehicles and track the amount of emissions they avoid by choosing sustainable transport options.
By Zoya Mirza • Oct. 11, 2024 -
Kwik Trip launches EV charging program
The retailer’s branded initiative, Kwik Charge, will bring direct current fast chargers to many stores and develop a new app to support them.
By Jessica Loder • Oct. 10, 2024 -
LG Energy Solution aims to double revenue, reduce reliance on EV segment
The plans include advancing next-generation battery technology and establishing an energy storage software and services business.
By Eric Walz • Oct. 9, 2024 -
Quarterly sales roundup
Stellantis US sales tank in Q3 while Tesla charges ahead
Many automakers reported electric vehicle sales growth in the quarter, regardless of their overall sales numbers.
By Haley Cawthon • Updated Nov. 14, 2024 -
Stellantis recalls 154K hybrid Jeep models for battery fire risk
Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures, and not to recharge their vehicle’s battery until the issues are addressed.
By Eric Walz • Oct. 8, 2024 -
Hyundai’s Ioniq 5 to be outfitted with Waymo driverless tech
The companies inked a multiyear deal to equip the EV with specific autonomous-ready modifications.
By Haley Cawthon • Oct. 7, 2024 -
Rivian cuts production outlook amid parts shortage
The EV maker said the supply issue began in Q3 and has become more “acute” in recent weeks.
By Haley Cawthon • Oct. 7, 2024