Tariffs, tax credits, mandates and regulators — the rules that shape the EV market.
Chancellor Confident in Germany’s Auto Industry Despite Challenges German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has praised Volkswagen AG’s move to develop affordable electric vehicles (EVs) priced from €20,000 ($21,696) as “very good.” Speaking at the East German Economic Forum in Bad Saarow, Scholz expressed his confidence in Germany’s automotive industry, stating that the country aims to remain…
Tesla’s latest recall affects over 125,000 vehicles due to a faulty seat belt warning system, posing a significant safety risk. According to a report from Reuters, this recall comes just a month after thousands of Cybertrucks were recalled for a separate issue. The Recall Details The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) found that these…
Canadian lawmakers are facing mounting pressure from auto manufacturers, steel producers, and union officials to significantly increase tariffs on Chinese imports, reports Bloomberg. The push comes after US President Joe Biden announced substantial tariff hikes on Chinese goods, including a fourfold increase on Chinese electric vehicles. Why the Push for Higher Tariffs? Canadian industries warn…
Jeep has unveiled its first electric model for the US, the Wagoneer S, a premium SUV with an estimated 300 miles of range. The Launch Edition, the only trim announced so far, starts at $71,995 and goes on sale this fall. More affordable versions will follow. What’s New with the Wagoneer S? The Wagoneer S…
Lucid Motors, the luxury electric vehicle (EV) company, is cutting about 400 jobs as the EV industry faces slow growth. According to a recent SEC filing, this layoff round will affect 6% of Lucid’s staff by the end of October, with most layoffs impacting California employees, according to SFGate. Layoffs to Hit All Levels In…
Feds Hold Hyundai Accountable for Child Labor The U.S. Labor Department has filed a lawsuit against Hyundai for using child labor in its Alabama supply chain, reports The NY Times. This includes allegations that a 13-year-old girl worked up to 60 hours a week making car parts. The suit, filed in Montgomery, Ala., claims Hyundai…
Ford and GM’s leaders disagree on the future role of hybrid vehicles Ford’s CEO, Jim Farley, argues hybrids should be viewed as a viable long-term solution, while GM’s CEO, Mary Barra, considers them a temporary step towards full electrification, according to Reuters. Hybrid Vehicles: The Debate Jim Farley wants the industry to stop seeing hybrids…
KPMG’s recent study shows that even with the same price and features, most Americans still favor standard gas vehicles over electric or hybrid cars. Despite the hype around electric vehicles (EVs), the study found that only one-fifth of U.S. consumers would choose an EV over traditional gas-powered or hybrid vehicles, reports Reuters. Consumers Stick to…
One email with the EV news that matters — Tesla, Rivian, BYD, and everything in between, straight from the newsroom. No spam, no fluff.
