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biden-administration
The Verge
6 days ago
Cars

Biden grants automakers some flexibility on battery minerals in final EV tax credit rules

Biden administration grants automakers a temporary exemption from strict EV tax credit rules, delaying restrictions on battery minerals until 2027. [ more ]
TechCrunch
1 month ago
Startup companies

TechCrunch Mobility: The wheels are starting to come off the Fisker EV bus | TechCrunch

Biden Administration proposes stricter standards impacting U.S. automakers and introduces gentler regulations for EVs under CAFE standards.
DOE offers petroleum equivalency factor for EVs, while EPA issues tailpipe standards for 2027-2032, giving automakers flexibility in meeting rules. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Cars

Biden Administration Is Said to Slow Early Stage of Shift to Electric Cars

The Biden administration plans to relax requirements on automakers to rapidly increase sales of electric vehicles, aiming for a sharp increase after 2030.
The administration faces challenges balancing climate goals with industry and labor concerns, with potential repercussions for the climate and the automotive sector. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Cars

Fewer Electric Vehicles Will Qualify for Federal Tax Credits in 2024

Efforts to fight global warming may be hindered by new rules that reduce the number of electric cars eligible for federal tax credits.
The stricter rules stem from the Inflation Reduction Act and aim to encourage automakers to manufacture vehicles and parts in North America. [ more ]
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tesla
TESLARATI
1 week ago
Cars

Tesla Supercharger uncertainty won't steer NACS adoptees away

Tesla to slow down new Supercharger installations while focusing on existing station expansion. [ more ]
Boston.com
1 week ago
Cars

Elimination of Tesla's charging department raises worries as EVs from other automakers join network

Tesla laying off Supercharger team raises concerns about opening network to other automakers. [ more ]
InsideEVs
1 week ago
Cars

What Tesla's Supercharger Cuts Could Mean For The NACS Revolution

Tesla is making massive cuts to its Supercharger team, causing uncertainty and impact on EV owners and industry partners. [ more ]
New York Post
1 week ago
Cars

Elon Musk's move to disband Tesla EV charging team blindsides car industry: 'Sharp kick in the pants'

Tesla laid off employees running the EV charging business, impacting automakers. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
Cars

Tesla Fires Many on Charger Team, Raising Doubts About Expansion

Elon Musk's Tesla layoffs raise concerns about the future of the U.S. charging network for electric vehicles. [ more ]
The Verge
1 week ago
Cars

Tesla layoffs hit Supercharger team just as it's poised to take over EV charging

Tesla faces layoffs after significant progress in EV charging standardization with other automakers. [ more ]
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TESLARATI
1 week ago
Cars

Elon Musk explains reasoning behind Tesla Supercharger team disband

Tesla plans to grow its Supercharger network at a slower pace, prioritizing 100% uptime and expansion of existing locations. [ more ]
time.com
1 week ago
Cars

Tesla Fires Bulk of Supercharger Team in Blow to Other Automakers

Tesla Inc. eliminated its Supercharger organization, impacting network growth and automakers relying on Tesla connectors. [ more ]
The Verge
10 months ago
Cars

All the news about EV charging in the US

The North American electric vehicle charging infrastructure is evolving towards a standardized system, with Tesla leading the charge to establish the North American Charging Standard (NACS) as a new industry norm. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Data science

How G.M. Tricked Millions of Drivers Into Being Spied On (Including Me)

Automakers selling driving behavior data to insurance industry without driver consent, leading to potential premium increases. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Data science

How G.M. Tricked Millions of Drivers Into Being Spied On (Including Me)

Automakers data sharing leads to insurance premium hikes without driver consent. [ more ]
Ars Technica
1 month ago
Cars

EV buyers want SUVs and sedans, not minivans or trucks, survey says

Prospective EV buyers want affordable sedans and SUVs, but automakers offer expensive EVs, including trucks with little demand.
Majority of surveyed buyers aim to spend below $40,000 on an EV, while the average transaction price for new EVs is considerably higher. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Cars

Automakers say they are rerouting car shipments away from Baltimore.

Automakers rerouting car shipments due to Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore
Port of Baltimore's significant role in vehicle shipment in the U.S. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Cars

BMW Is a Surprise Winner in Electric Vehicles

BMW's strategy of using the same assembly line for electric, hybrid, and gasoline cars has paid off with increased sales and profits.
BMW's approach challenges the notion that only cars designed solely for battery power can compete in the electric vehicle market. [ more ]
TechCrunch
2 months ago
Cars

Apple cancels its autonomous electric car project and is laying off some workers | TechCrunch

Apple is ending its autonomous electric car project, shifting employees to AI projects.
Major automakers reevaluate investments in electric vehicles amidst scrutiny on autonomous projects. [ more ]
Ars Technica
3 months ago
Cars

What happens when you trigger a car's automated emergency stopping?

Drowsy driving is a significant cause of fatal vehicle crashes, accounting for 16-21% of reported incidents.
Automakers have been implementing various drowsiness-detection systems to address the problem. [ more ]
TechCrunch
3 months ago
Cars

WTF is a 'software-defined vehicle?' | TechCrunch

The term "software-defined vehicle" refers to cars that are largely operated by software, similar to smartphones.
Automakers are working towards creating software-defined vehicles that improve over time as hardware ages. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Canada news

A look at what's driving cooling electric vehicle sales growth | CBC News

Automakers are scaling back EV production due to slower sales, despite overall market growth.
EV sector at a crossroads with mix of optimism and pessimism surrounding transition from gasoline and diesel vehicles. [ more ]
Forbes
2 months ago
Marketing

Auto Industry Co-Op Ad Spending Rises As Inventories Grow

Co-op spending in the auto industry has continued to increase, even during the pandemic.
Co-op money from automakers accounts for a significant portion of ad budgets for dealerships. [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
3 months ago
Marketing

Why it's getting harder for Super Bowl commercials to score with consumers

Big Four automakers are not advertising in the Super Bowl, opting for more targeted marketing campaigns.
Food and beverage brands dominate the Super Bowl advertising lineup, with new and perennial advertisers joining the roster. [ more ]
www.npr.org
3 months ago
World news

Rights group warns major carmakers over risk of forced labor in China supply chains

Major car manufacturers are linked to aluminum produced with forced labor by Uyghurs and other ethnic minorities in China's Xinjiang region.
The origins of aluminum from Xinjiang are difficult to track, making it challenging to ensure it is not part of supply chains linked to forced labor. [ more ]
TechCrunch
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

All the future of transportation tech that stood out at CES 2024 | TechCrunch

Electric vehicles were a major focus at CES 2024, with numerous automakers and startups showcasing concepts and production cars.
Electrification has expanded beyond traditional vehicles, with electric scooters, e-bikes, go karts, boats, and aircraft also being showcased at the event. [ more ]
Privacy professionals
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Privacy professionals

Federal Regulator Questions Carmakers About Unwanted Tracking Via Their Apps

Car apps designed for convenience can be weaponized in abusive relationships
Car companies have not been responsive in cutting off abusers' access to connected car apps [ more ]
Therecord
5 months ago
Privacy professionals

Your car is probably harvesting your data. Here's how you can wipe it

Andrea Amico created Privacy4Cars, a free app that helps individuals erase personal data collected by automakers
The app allows consumers to pull a full report on the data their car is collecting using the vehicle identification number. [ more ]
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www.fastcompany.com
4 months ago
Digital life

Your car might be watching you to keep you safeat the expense of your privacy

Late-model vehicles are equipped with cameras and sensors that monitor drivers and their behavior on the road for safety and convenience purposes.
While this data collection can improve the driving experience, it also raises privacy concerns. [ more ]
The Verge
5 months ago
Digital life

Digital car keys are here. Are we ready?

Digital keys enable users to lock, unlock, and start their cars from their phones.
The industry is working to create global standards and solutions for digital keys.
The Car Connectivity Consortium and FiRa Consortium are collaborating to create standards for digital keys. [ more ]
Harvard Business Review
4 months ago
Business

Inside BMW's Decarbonization Strategy

Automakers like Ford, Mercedes, and General Motors plan to stop selling vehicles with internal combustion engines in 2023.
Reaction from investment analysts is positive despite the increased emissions in the supply chain from the production of electric vehicles. [ more ]
SuzanneMSmalley5 months ago
Cars collect an astonishing amount of data ranging from retina scans to text messages' contents (unencrypted!) But Privacy4Cars offers an easy way to wipe data retroactively via a free app and also check your vehicle to find out what data your car (1/2)
https://t.co/Hw3zP4TMFQ
Therecord
5 months ago
Cars

Your car is probably harvesting your data. Here's how you can wipe it

Andrea Amico created Privacy4Cars, a free app that helps individuals erase personal data collected by automakers
The app allows consumers to pull a full report on the data their car is collecting using the vehicle identification number. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Cars

Opinion | Relax, Electric Vehicles Really Are the Best Choice for the Climate

American drivers may be more hesitant about electric vehicles than automakers expected.
Concerns about running out of battery power and upfront costs are dissuading some people from purchasing electric vehicles.
Some people worry that electric vehicles are not significantly better for the environment than hybrid vehicles. [ more ]
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