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frominsideevs.com
43 minutes ago

Car Buyers Don't Like Subscriptions. Car Companies Are Pushing Them For Driver-Assistance Tech Anyway.

Automakers are increasingly offering partial automation features through subscription models, despite consumer fatigue with ongoing payments.
#tesla
Toronto startup
from24/7 Wall St.
5 hours ago

Tesla vs. Ford: Don't Buy Either Stock Until You Read This

Tesla and Ford's 2025 results highlight diverging futures, with Tesla focusing on autonomy and AI, while Ford faces significant EV write-downs.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
3 hours ago

Tesla developing small, affordable SUV, report claims

Tesla is reportedly developing a smaller, affordable SUV, but skepticism exists due to past decisions and CEO Elon Musk's statements.
Toronto startup
fromArs Technica
5 hours ago

First, Tesla canceled the Model 2-now it's working on a new small EV

Tesla has not approved a new affordable EV model, and CEO Musk shows little interest in traditional car manufacturing.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
3 hours ago

Tesla Is Developing A Chevy Bolt-Sized Affordable Compact Electric SUV: Report

Tesla is developing an affordable compact SUV that won't be a decontented version of existing models.
Toronto startup
from24/7 Wall St.
5 hours ago

Tesla vs. Ford: Don't Buy Either Stock Until You Read This

Tesla and Ford's 2025 results highlight diverging futures, with Tesla focusing on autonomy and AI, while Ford faces significant EV write-downs.
Cars
fromTESLARATI
2 hours ago

Tesla issues wake up call to Full Self-Driving hackers and cheats

Tesla is disabling Full Self-Driving capabilities on vehicles using unauthorized hacks in regions where the software is unapproved.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
3 hours ago

Tesla developing small, affordable SUV, report claims

Tesla is reportedly developing a smaller, affordable SUV, but skepticism exists due to past decisions and CEO Elon Musk's statements.
Cars
fromEngadget
1 hour ago

Tesla may be working on a smaller and cheaper electric SUV

Tesla is developing a smaller, less expensive electric SUV, distinct from existing models, while considering a driverless option.
Toronto startup
fromArs Technica
5 hours ago

First, Tesla canceled the Model 2-now it's working on a new small EV

Tesla has not approved a new affordable EV model, and CEO Musk shows little interest in traditional car manufacturing.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
3 hours ago

Tesla Is Developing A Chevy Bolt-Sized Affordable Compact Electric SUV: Report

Tesla is developing an affordable compact SUV that won't be a decontented version of existing models.
fromTNW | Corporates-Innovation
9 hours ago

Kia cuts EV target, confirms electric pickup, and plans to put Atlas robots in its Georgia factories

Kia's 2030 EV sales target now stands at 1 million units annually, a reduction of roughly 20% from the previous target of approximately 1.26 million units. This adjustment reflects the impact of eliminated US EV subsidies and a slowdown in battery-electric sales.
European startups
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

No F-150 in France? US automakers complain the EU blocks big trucks.

The average US residential road is 50-feet wide, while European roads are typically between 8.2-10.6 feet wide, highlighting the size disparity of vehicles.
Alternative transportation
#elon-musk
Toronto startup
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Elon Musk Secretly Shared His Number One Priority at Tesla and It Really Says It All

Elon Musk's primary motivation at Tesla is to minimize his work hours to focus on his passion for rockets.
Toronto startup
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Elon Musk Secretly Shared His Number One Priority at Tesla and It Really Says It All

Elon Musk's primary motivation at Tesla is to minimize his work hours to focus on his passion for rockets.
#autonomous-vehicles
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago
European startups

Volkswagen begins testing its self-driving microbuses in Los Angeles ahead of launch with Uber | TechCrunch

European startups
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Volkswagen begins testing its self-driving microbuses in Los Angeles ahead of launch with Uber | TechCrunch

MOIA America and Uber are testing autonomous microbuses in Los Angeles, aiming to launch a robotaxi service by late 2026.
European startups
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

TechCrunch Mobility: 'A stunning lack of transparency' | TechCrunch

Waymo's remote assistance issue reflects a broader lack of transparency in the autonomous vehicle industry regarding reliance on remote staff.
Cars
fromTNW | Corporates-Innovation
22 hours ago

Volkswagen's MOIA and Uber begin testing self-driving ID. Buzz minibuses in Los Angeles

Volkswagen's MOIA America and Uber are testing autonomous ID. Buzz vehicles in Los Angeles, aiming for commercial rides by 2026 and fully driverless service by 2027.
Cars
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Robotaxi companies won't say how often remote operators intervene

Autonomous vehicle companies are not disclosing details about remote assistance teams and their intervention frequency.
California
fromStreetsblog California
1 day ago

In Year with a Glut of E-Bike Legislation, Blakespear's Efforts to Define E-Bikes and Limit E-Motos Advances - Streetsblog California

Senate Bill 1167 aims to clarify e-bike definitions and regulate e-motos to enhance safety and accountability in the marketplace.
fromTechCrunch
6 hours ago

Waymo robotaxis are tracking potholes and sharing that data with Waze users | TechCrunch

Waymo and Waze announced a data-sharing pilot program that will funnel pothole data collected by robotaxis to a free Waze platform designed for cities. Any city or state, where Waymo operates, will be able to access that data as the program expands.
Roam Research
Public health
fromStreetsblog USA
1 day ago

Michigan Bill Would Require Seniors to Regularly Re-Take Their Drivers' Tests - Streetsblog USA

Michigan's new bill mandates annual driving tests for seniors starting at age 85, raising concerns about age-based regulations versus actual driving ability.
#electric-vehicles
Cars
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Gas prices aren't the only factor fueling used EV sales | TechCrunch

New electric vehicle sales dropped 28% in Q1, while used EV sales increased 12% due to expiring leases and rising gas prices.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

5 Companies Racing to Dethrone Tesla-And the One Already Winning

Investor focus is shifting toward robotaxis, robotics, and future energy markets while Tesla has underperformed the broader market over the past five years.
Cars
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Honda Scraps Plans for E.V.s While Start-Ups Forge Ahead

Traditional automakers are retreating from electric vehicles while start-ups like Rivian and Lucid advance with affordable models.
European startups
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Some U.S. car buyers envy what they cannot have affordable Chinese EVs | CBC News

Chinese electric cars are largely unavailable in the U.S. due to high tariffs, despite their affordability and advanced features.
Cars
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Gas prices aren't the only factor fueling used EV sales | TechCrunch

New electric vehicle sales dropped 28% in Q1, while used EV sales increased 12% due to expiring leases and rising gas prices.
Alternative transportation
frominsideevs.com
21 hours ago

There's Finally A U.S. Alternative To Chinese 'Megawatt' Chargers. But It Has One Big Issue: Worse Cars

Alpitronic's HYC1000 megawatt chargers enable ultra-fast EV charging, significantly reducing charging time and supporting various cable standards.
#ford
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago
Cars

Ford F-150 Is In Trouble

Ford's F-Series has been the best-selling truck for 49 years, but aluminum tariffs and supply issues could impact sales and profits.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 week ago

Ford's CEO Says An Affordable Tesla Model 3, Model Y Rival Is Coming

Ford plans to launch affordable EVs to compete with Tesla's Model Y and Model 3, utilizing a new Universal Electric Vehicle platform.
Toronto startup
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Ford and Toyota Surges 6%: Two Auto Giants Prove the Global Car Market Is Alive and Well

Ford and Toyota stocks rose 6%, indicating strong consumer demand for vehicles despite economic challenges.
Cars
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

How Ford Is Reinventing Itself as an AI Infrastructure Play After Its EV Stumble

Ford's $10.70 billion impairment charge marks a significant shift towards industrial infrastructure, focusing on software, commercial fleets, and battery energy storage.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 week ago

Ford's CEO Says An Affordable Tesla Model 3, Model Y Rival Is Coming

Ford plans to launch affordable EVs to compete with Tesla's Model Y and Model 3, utilizing a new Universal Electric Vehicle platform.
Toronto startup
frominsideevs.com
12 hours ago

Don't Call It A Tesla Semi: China's Windrose Delivers First EV Truck In The U.S.

Windrose has delivered its first Global E700 electric truck tractor to Allogic in Texas, featuring a 416-mile range and 1,400 horsepower.
fromFuturism
6 hours ago

Naked Man Bursts Into Tesla Service Center With a Shotgun

The man, later identified as 35-year-old Ed Teece, was reportedly 'running down the street smashing windows' before he made his way into the Tesla location.
Toronto startup
#volkswagen
Cars
frominsideevs.com
2 hours ago

Volkswagen Is Killing The ID.4 In the U.S. Its Plant Will Make More Gas SUVs Instead

Volkswagen is ceasing ID.4 production in the U.S. to focus on gas-powered Atlas models due to market challenges and profitability concerns.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
2 hours ago

Volkswagen Is Killing The ID.4 In the U.S. Its Plant Will Make More Gas SUVs Instead

Volkswagen is ceasing ID.4 production in the U.S. to focus on gas-powered Atlas models due to market challenges and profitability concerns.
#rivian
Cars
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Despite EV headwinds, Rivian's sales are up

Rivian reports strong Q1 2026 sales and production growth, anticipating a historic year despite previous challenges and market competition.
Cars
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Despite EV headwinds, Rivian's sales are up

Rivian reports strong Q1 2026 sales and production growth, anticipating a historic year despite previous challenges and market competition.
Toronto startup
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

A Faulty Weld Stopped Gravity Deliveries for 29 Days and Lucid Stock Is Down 64% Over the Past Year

Lucid Group's shares are down 64% over the past year due to a poor Q1 delivery report and a significant product recall.
Cars
from24/7 Wall St.
5 hours ago

Nio Gains 4% on ES9 Launch Day: Delivery Growth and a Historic First Profit Signal a Real Turnaround

Nio's stock rose 4% ahead of the ES9 SUV launch, reflecting strong delivery growth and investor confidence.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
10 hours ago

BMW's Next-Gen iX5 Hydrogen SUV Promises To Boost Range

BMW's next-gen iX5 hydrogen SUV features a new flat tank design for increased fuel capacity and range without compromising interior space.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

It's Just Crazy': High Car Payments Make Ownership Feel Impossible

Davine Greene, a nursing student, described her car as 'the bane of my existence' and called it 'probably the worst decision I've ever made, like, financially speaking.'
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Cars
fromTESLARATI
2 days ago

Tesla Model Y ownership review after six months: What I love and what I don't

Tesla Model Y ownership offers a unique driving experience with impressive engineering, though some features may feel underutilized.
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Lucid Faces Biggest Disaster Ever

Lucid delivered a remarkably small number of vehicles in Q1, at 3,903. It produced 5,500. The company blamed much of this on a supplier's lack of inventory, which cost it 29 days of disruption.
Cars
Cars
frominsideevs.com
2 days ago

New Rivian R2 Specs: How a Standard Heat Pump Pushed Range to 335 Miles

The 2027 Rivian R2 Performance outperforms the Tesla Model Y in efficiency and range, achieving 335 miles on a full charge.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
3 days ago

Polestar's Largest EV Will Be Made Exclusively In The U.S.

Polestar 3 will be exclusively manufactured in South Carolina, ending Chinese production to avoid import tariffs and streamline operations.
fromArs Technica
6 days ago

EV adoption in America: Who's winning, who's losing?

On average, fuel prices are up almost a dollar per gallon, or 25 percent, according to AAA. For a nation as addicted to the automotive as we are, that's bad news. Except, of course, for electric vehicles.
Cars
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fromFuturism
4 days ago

Man Caught Sleeping Behind the Wheel While FSD Tesla Cruises the Streets After Decadent Feast of Wine and Pizza

A man was arrested for DUI after being found asleep in a Tesla on Full Self-Driving mode, highlighting the need for conscious drivers.
Cars
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 days ago

Automakers are teaming up, speeding up, and hoping AI can help them down a tough road ahead

Automakers are leveraging AI to shorten vehicle development timelines and enhance efficiency in response to industry challenges.
Cars
fromFast Company
5 days ago

The Nail Test: Why this $54 billion innovation is terrifying Western auto executives

BYD's CEO initiated eight years of R&D to prevent battery failures after a tragic incident involving a ruptured battery.
Cars
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

This Ford recall involves a feature you probably rely on every day

Ford recalls 254,640 vehicles due to potential rearview camera image issues affecting advanced driver assistance features.
Cars
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

5 AI features coming to your next car

Cars are evolving into software-defined vehicles with advanced AI features, including improved voice assistants, cloud connectivity, and onboard processors that fundamentally transform vehicle operation.
Cars
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Why America losing the global EV race hurts its own auto industry

U.S. automakers are de-emphasizing EVs in favor of hybrids and gasoline models, risking climate goals and industrial competitiveness as global EV adoption accelerates.
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