General Motors, EVgo charging network hits 1,000th charger milestone

“The availability of fast charging infrastructure is key to widespread EV adoption," said EVgo's CEO.

By Dan Zukowski • Aug. 7, 2023

Tesla owners allege false advertising over EV ranges in class-action lawsuit

If the court approves the suit, people in California could join it, potentially exposing the automaker to significant legal risk.

By Michael Brady • Aug. 3, 2023

Porsche eyes $3.3B EV battery plant in US

The German luxury carmaker is also weighing options at home and in Canada for its planned factory.

By Sebastian Obando • Aug. 3, 2023

Geely develops large language model for in-vehicle infotainment

It’s expected to be the first large language model deployed in the auto industry.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 3, 2023

Subaru has a more aggressive EV plan

The automaker aims to boost global battery-electric vehicle sales to 50% by 2030.

By Michael Brady • Aug. 2, 2023

Ford restarts production of F-150 Lightning EV pickup truck

The automaker is tripling its manufacturing capacity as it faces increased competition from GM and Tesla.

By Kate Magill • Aug. 2, 2023

Mercedes-Benz invests over $2.2B in AI reskilling

The carmaker is offering data and digitalization training to over 600 employees as auto manufacturing modernizes.

By Michael Brady • Aug. 1, 2023

GM blames automation supplier for EV production delays

CEO Mary Barra said the third-party issue surprised the automaker, but it's "not walking away" from its 400,000 EV production target.

By Megan Ruggles • July 31, 2023

EV startup VinFast plans US public listing in August

The Vietnam-based automaker aims to expand its U.S. business and invest up to $4 billion to assemble electric vehicles and battery packs at its North Carolina factory.

By Eric Walz • July 31, 2023

Ford expects to lose $4.5B on EVs in 2023

The automaker will focus on fewer, higher volume models in popular segments, such as pickups and full-size SUVs, for its next generation of electric vehicles.

By Eric Walz • July 28, 2023

Tesla inflated driving range estimates with rigged algorithm: Reuters

The automaker’s range deception tactics are part of a long-term pattern of overstating the capabilities of its technology.

By Eric Walz • July 27, 2023

Nissan, Renault overhaul their alliance

The two companies will keep a 15% stake in each other, with Renault Group transferring 28.4% of its Nissan shares to a French trust.

By Michael Brady • July 27, 2023

7 automakers form massive EV charging joint venture

The collaboration will create one of North America's largest public EV charging networks and include 30,000 high-powered chargers.

By Eric Walz • July 27, 2023

VinFast to break ground on first $2B phase of US plant

The facility will be the Vietnam-based startup’s first North American location and the first automotive manufacturing plant in North Carolina.

By Sara Samora • July 26, 2023

GM to bring back Chevrolet Bolt despite earlier plan to discontinue the EV

The automaker also said during its earning call that rising costs, including from its battery joint venture with LG, cut into its margins.

By Eric Walz • July 26, 2023

A more aggressive UAW bargains with the Big Three

The union is demanding an end to tiered wage structures, the reinstatement of cost-of-living allowances and stronger job security amid the shadow of the transition to electric vehicles.

By Kalena Thomhave • July 26, 2023

Stellantis, Samsung SDI plan second US gigafactory

The automaker is shoring up battery manufacturing capacity to meet its EV production targets. 

By Megan Ruggles • July 25, 2023

Foxconn to take 50% stake in ZF Group’s passenger vehicle chassis unit

The move is part of Foxconn’s diversification strategy, which includes expanding its automotive business and taking a 5% share of the global EV market by 2025.

By Eric Walz • July 25, 2023

New car owners unimpressed with their vehicles: J.D. Power

Overall satisfaction declined two years in a row, according to the survey. “It’s an indicator that larger issues may lie under the surface,” said Frank Hanley, senior director of auto benchmarking.

By Eric Walz • July 24, 2023

Tesla reports highest ever quarterly revenue of $24.9B in Q2

CEO Elon Musk said the company is also talking with major automakers to license Tesla’s Full Self-Driving autonomous driving technology.

By Eric Walz • July 21, 2023

Tony Posawatz named Fermata Energy CEO

The former Fisker Automotive CEO also led the development of the Chevrolet Volt.

By Michael Brady • July 20, 2023

Nissan is first Japanese automaker to adopt Tesla’s EV charging port

The company will offer the North American Charging Standard port on its Ariya SUV in 2024 and future models in 2025.

By Eric Walz • July 20, 2023

Ford cuts electric F-150 Lightning MSRPs by up to nearly $10K

The automaker said it cut prices on its electric pickup lineup amid lower battery raw material costs and improved production efficiencies.

By Eric Walz • July 18, 2023

Mersen opens synthetic graphite plant in Tennessee

The advanced materials maker will use the site to manufacture components for markets including solar panels, semiconductors and electric vehicles.

By Megan Ruggles • July 18, 2023

Kia to invest over $200M in Georgia plant expansion

The West Point expansion will enable the automaker to produce its first electric vehicle in North America.

By Sara Samora • July 17, 2023