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Chinese automaker Chery has unveiled a solid-state battery prototype claiming 600 watt-hours per kilogram of energy density—nearly double current lithium-ion technology—that could enable electric vehicles to travel up to 808 miles on a single charge. The announcement positions China’s leading auto exporter ahead of Western rivals in the race to commercialize next-generation battery technology by…
France is pushing the European Union to adopt “flexibility” in implementing stricter CO2 emissions rules for new vehicles, signaling support for its struggling domestic automakers as plant shutdowns and job losses mount. The timing is critical: France’s Finance Ministry announced Thursday that the country wants “technological neutrality” while maintaining the 2035 combustion engine ban, just…
Uber is launching a $4,000 grant program for drivers purchasing electric vehicles in select states, stepping in just as the federal EV tax credit vanished from the market. The ride-hailing giant announced Wednesday it’s rebranding “Uber Green” to “Uber Electric” while rolling out its Go Electric grants to drivers in California, New York, Colorado, and…
Tesla registrations tumbled in several European countries in July, even after the company introduced a refreshed Model Y, as CEO Elon Musk’s political stance, stricter regulations, and intensifying competition weigh on demand. This downturn highlights broader challenges for the electric vehicle giant in a market shifting toward affordable rivals, reports Reuters. Sharp Declines in Major…
Imagine shelling out for a sleek Porsche Taycan, only for tariffs to jack up prices – that’s the harsh reality hitting Mercedes and Porsche as they slash profit forecasts amid US trade blows and China’s cutthroat EV battles. Mercedes-Benz Group AG and Porsche AG have revised their annual profit expectations downward, highlighting the impact of…
Imagine ditching power windows for a sub-$20K electric pickup—sounds crazy, right? But Bezos-backed Slate Auto thinks it’s genius, especially with that $7,500 tax credit vanishing soon. Slate Auto, a Michigan-based startup backed by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, is introducing a minimalist electric pickup truck priced under $20,000, but the impending expiration of a $7,500 federal…
Ouch! Europe’s new car registrations tanked 5.1% last month—here’s why EV momentum is fading and what it spells for drivers. Europe’s automotive market faced a significant setback in June, with new car registrations dropping 5.1% to 1.24 million vehicles—the steepest decline in 10 months—as growth in battery-electric vehicle (EV) sales slowed to its weakest pace…
The Porsche Macan has achieved a remarkable milestone by becoming the fastest-selling model in the company’s history, reaching one million units produced in only 12 years, as the electric version gains strong traction amid a broader shift toward electrification. This surpasses the Cayenne’s 18 years and the 911’s over 50 years to hit the same…
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