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David W Higgins: To keep driving affordable, we need to embrace cheap Chinese electric cars

The hottest EVs from the 2026 New York Auto Show (plus one brawny concept)

Consumers are increasingly turning to electric vehicles due to rising gas prices, with notable debuts at the 2026 New York International Auto Show.

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The EV Torch Has Passed: Rivian Just Outsold Ford In EV Sales

The Getaway is Subaru's first three-row electric SUV

Subaru's Getaway is a three-row electric SUV with over 300 miles of range and advanced features for outdoor enthusiasts.

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5 days ago

Electric car drivers hit with eye-watering energy costs - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Rising energy costs amid the Middle East oil crisis are significantly increasing electric vehicle charging expenses, potentially deterring drivers from switching from fossil fuels.

18 hours ago

EV Depreciation Is Still Brutal. But Hybrids Should Give Us Hope

Electric vehicles depreciate significantly faster than hybrids and the overall market average, losing 57.2% of their value in five years.

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David W Higgins: To keep driving affordable, we need to embrace cheap Chinese electric cars

Ireland needs to reassess its electric vehicle policies due to rising fuel prices and the cost-of-living crisis.

The hottest EVs from the 2026 New York Auto Show (plus one brawny concept)

Consumers are increasingly turning to electric vehicles due to rising gas prices, with notable debuts at the 2026 New York International Auto Show.

The EV Torch Has Passed: Rivian Just Outsold Ford In EV Sales

Rivian's EV sales increased by 20%, surpassing Ford's sales, which declined by 70% in the first quarter.

The Getaway is Subaru's first three-row electric SUV

Subaru's Getaway is a three-row electric SUV with over 300 miles of range and advanced features for outdoor enthusiasts.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

5 days ago

Electric car drivers hit with eye-watering energy costs - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Rising energy costs amid the Middle East oil crisis are significantly increasing electric vehicle charging expenses, potentially deterring drivers from switching from fossil fuels.

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European drivers choke on rising diesel prices

Diesel prices in Europe have surged over 30% due to the Middle East war, highlighting dependence on imported energy.

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European drivers choke on rising diesel prices

Diesel prices in Europe have surged over 30% due to the Middle East war, highlighting dependence on imported energy and inflation concerns.

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39 minutes ago

European drivers choke on rising diesel prices

Diesel prices in Europe have surged over 30% due to the Middle East war, highlighting dependence on imported energy.

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39 minutes ago

European drivers choke on rising diesel prices

Diesel prices in Europe have surged over 30% due to the Middle East war, highlighting dependence on imported energy and inflation concerns.

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5 hours ago

3 surprising (but simple) ways to save gas as fuel costs skyrocket

Gas prices are rising due to disruptions in oil supply chains, particularly from the conflict in Iran, leading to increased costs at the pump.

#tesla

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Tesla beats BYD in Q1 2026 EV sales but inventory build and Europe slump cloud the win

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22 hours ago

The final days of the Tesla Model X and S are here. All bets are on the Cybercab. | TechCrunch

Tesla ends production of Model S and Model X due to declining sales, focusing on new projects like the Optimus robot and Cybercab.

Bloomberg: Tesla's AI dreams don't change reality, cars still pay the bills

Tesla's Q1 2026 vehicle deliveries fell short of expectations, highlighting challenges in the automotive sector despite excitement over future technologies.

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Tesla's Little Miracle

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Tesla's Q1 delivery figures show Elon Musk was right

Tesla's Q1 2026 delivery figures show a shift towards Optimus, with traditional auto business becoming less central to its future.

Tesla sales grew by 6% in Q1, but company has an overproduction problem

Tesla's Q1 2026 production increased by 12.6%, but sales growth lagged at 6.3%, leading to higher inventory levels.

fromTNW | China

Tesla beats BYD in Q1 2026 EV sales but inventory build and Europe slump cloud the win

Tesla delivered 358,023 electric vehicles in Q1 2026, surpassing BYD but missing Wall Street expectations, leading to a significant stock drop.

fromTechCrunch

22 hours ago

The final days of the Tesla Model X and S are here. All bets are on the Cybercab. | TechCrunch

Tesla ends production of Model S and Model X due to declining sales, focusing on new projects like the Optimus robot and Cybercab.

Bloomberg: Tesla's AI dreams don't change reality, cars still pay the bills

Tesla's Q1 2026 vehicle deliveries fell short of expectations, highlighting challenges in the automotive sector despite excitement over future technologies.

Tesla's Little Miracle

Tesla's Q1 sales fell short of expectations, but steady deliveries suggest potential market share gains despite challenges.

fromTESLARATI

Tesla's Q1 delivery figures show Elon Musk was right

Tesla's Q1 2026 delivery figures show a shift towards Optimus, with traditional auto business becoming less central to its future.

Tesla sales grew by 6% in Q1, but company has an overproduction problem

Tesla's Q1 2026 production increased by 12.6%, but sales growth lagged at 6.3%, leading to higher inventory levels.

California just hit an inflection point for batteries

California's battery storage reached 12.3 gigawatts, providing 43% of grid demand, significantly reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering energy costs.

#ai

fromThe Nation

The AI Boom Is a Climate Bust

AI is increasingly being used to spread climate change disinformation, complicating efforts to combat the climate crisis.

fromEntrepreneur

Why Entrepreneurs Can't Ignore AI's Growing Energy Demands

AI's rapid growth is significantly increasing global electricity demand, reshaping energy as a strategic business asset for entrepreneurs.

fromThe Nation

The AI Boom Is a Climate Bust

AI is increasingly being used to spread climate change disinformation, complicating efforts to combat the climate crisis.

fromEntrepreneur

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Why Entrepreneurs Can't Ignore AI's Growing Energy Demands

AI's rapid growth is significantly increasing global electricity demand, reshaping energy as a strategic business asset for entrepreneurs.

Plug Power Gains 6%: 3 Reasons Investors Are Betting on a Hydrogen Comeback Story

Plug Power's stock has risen 6% amid positive financial developments and a strategic turnaround plan.

UK news

Jaguar EV owners frightened to drive their cars after fire safety warnings issued

Jaguar EV owners face fire safety risks due to thermal overload in batteries, affecting over 26,000 vehicles in the UK.

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Nissan's Turnaround Hinges On This Unique Hybrid System. It's Nothing Like Toyota's

Nissan's Rogue Hybrid e-Power will offer a unique driving experience, combining electric vehicle performance with hybrid fuel efficiency, launching in late 2026.

fromStreetsblog USA

Study: How Capping Vehicle Sizes Could Help Save the World - Streetsblog USA

Controlling vehicle size is essential to meet transportation goals and reduce emissions, fuel demand, and traffic deaths.

Environment

fromwww.npr.org

NPR wants your big question about reducing your climate impact and saving money

Rising utility bills and oil prices are influenced by geopolitical factors and climate change, prompting inquiries about spending decisions that can reduce emissions and save money.

Nio Price Prediction: Where Will The Auto Stock Be In 2030?

NIO Inc. achieved its first quarterly GAAP net profit in Q4 2025, raising questions about its recovery in a competitive market.

Business

Nio Leaps 8% on Delivery Hopes and Battery Swap Momentum: 3 Reasons the Rally Could Have Legs

Nio stock is rising due to strong delivery data, battery swap infrastructure, and a growing product pipeline.

Nio, Li Auto, and Xpeng Climb on Record March Deliveries as Tesla Faces a Softer Q1

Nio, Li Auto, and Xpeng report strong March deliveries, boosting their stock prices amid a recovery from February's weak performance.

Nio Rises 5% While Tesla Stalls: The EV Rivalry Just Got a Lot More Interesting

Nio's stock surged 5% after reporting its first-ever GAAP profit and record vehicle deliveries, showcasing significant operational momentum.

Business

Nio Price Prediction: Where Will The Auto Stock Be In 2030?

NIO Inc. achieved its first quarterly GAAP net profit in Q4 2025, raising questions about its recovery in a competitive market.

Business

Nio Leaps 8% on Delivery Hopes and Battery Swap Momentum: 3 Reasons the Rally Could Have Legs

Nio stock is rising due to strong delivery data, battery swap infrastructure, and a growing product pipeline.

Nio, Li Auto, and Xpeng Climb on Record March Deliveries as Tesla Faces a Softer Q1

Nio, Li Auto, and Xpeng report strong March deliveries, boosting their stock prices amid a recovery from February's weak performance.

Nio Rises 5% While Tesla Stalls: The EV Rivalry Just Got a Lot More Interesting

Nio's stock surged 5% after reporting its first-ever GAAP profit and record vehicle deliveries, showcasing significant operational momentum.

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23 hours 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.

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fromStreetsblog USA

Friday Video: A Master List of All The Reasons Why Car Domination Sucks - Streetsblog USA

Resisting mass forced car dependency is crucial due to the numerous harms of automobility.

#byd

BYD Has Already Built 5,000 Of Its New Megawatt 'Flash' Charging Stations

BYD has launched its second-generation Flash chargers, capable of 1.5 megawatts, and has installed 5,000 stations across China.

fromwww.businessinsider.com

BYD's global push is accelerating just as expensive gas jolts EV demand

BYD is rapidly expanding globally, aiming for 1.5 million overseas vehicle sales, driven by high gas prices and a diverse vehicle lineup.

BYD Has Already Built 5,000 Of Its New Megawatt 'Flash' Charging Stations

BYD has launched its second-generation Flash chargers, capable of 1.5 megawatts, and has installed 5,000 stations across China.

fromwww.businessinsider.com

BYD's global push is accelerating just as expensive gas jolts EV demand

BYD is rapidly expanding globally, aiming for 1.5 million overseas vehicle sales, driven by high gas prices and a diverse vehicle lineup.

Gas Prices Are Soaring. So Is the Demand for Used EVs

Increased interest in used electric vehicles at iDrive1 Motors amid rising gas prices and reduced new EV offerings from automakers.

#uber

Uber expands its EV incentive program across the US

Uber offers $4,000 grants and additional discounts to drivers switching to electric vehicles to promote EV adoption among its drivers.

Uber Expands $4,000 Grants For Drivers Who Switch To EVs

Uber has expanded its EV grant program nationwide, offering eligible drivers a $4,000 incentive to switch to electric vehicles.

Uber expands its $4,000 'Go Electric' grant to drivers nationwide

Uber expands its Go Electric grant to drivers nationwide, offering $4,000 to switch from gas vehicles to electric amid rising gas prices.

Uber expands its EV incentive program across the US

Uber offers $4,000 grants and additional discounts to drivers switching to electric vehicles to promote EV adoption among its drivers.

Uber Expands $4,000 Grants For Drivers Who Switch To EVs

Uber has expanded its EV grant program nationwide, offering eligible drivers a $4,000 incentive to switch to electric vehicles.

Uber expands its $4,000 'Go Electric' grant to drivers nationwide

Uber expands its Go Electric grant to drivers nationwide, offering $4,000 to switch from gas vehicles to electric amid rising gas prices.

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.

Science

4 weeks ago

Climate change sucks, but at least it won't kill your EV battery

Technological battery improvements offset climate warming effects on EV battery lifespan, with newer batteries maintaining performance even under extreme 4°C warming scenarios.

fromwww.businessinsider.com

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.

fromSustainable Bus

Series production of MAN e-buses has started in Ankara

MAN has commenced electric bus production in Ankara, Turkey, expanding its global e-mobility capabilities and production capacity.

fromTechCrunch

13 hours ago

Lucid blames dip in Q1 sales on seat supplier issue | TechCrunch

Lucid Group experienced a sales drop in Q1 2026 due to supplier quality issues, despite increased production and reaffirmed production goals for the year.

fromSustainable Bus

MCV at Bus2Bus in Berlin with the completely redesigned electric C127 EV and the fuel cell C127 FC LE

MCV will showcase two zero-emission buses, the C127 EV and C127 FC LE, at Bus2Bus 2026 in Berlin.

#kia

Alternative transportation

Kia's Futuristic EV Van Could Become A New York Taxi

Cars

Kia's compact EV3 is coming to the US this year, with 320 miles of range

Kia's Futuristic EV Van Could Become A New York Taxi

Kia PV5 WAV, developed with BraunAbility, is an ADA-compliant electric van designed for wheelchair accessibility and potential use as a taxi.

Kia's compact EV3 is coming to the US this year, with 320 miles of range

Kia's EV3 compact electric SUV will launch in the US in late 2026 with updated features and configurations.

Ontario 'dead against' Stellantis talks to build Chinese EVs at Brampton plant: Ford | CBC News

Doug Ford criticizes Stellantis for potential collaboration with a Chinese manufacturer to build electric vehicles in Ontario, citing concerns for local autoworkers.

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.

fromThe Autopian

Kia Just Unveiled The NYC Taxi Van Of The Future, Now It Just Needs To Be Built - The Autopian

New York City taxis are evolving with a focus on wheelchair accessibility and electric vehicles by 2030.

What's going on with Donut Lab?

Donut Labs claims to have developed a revolutionary solid state battery, but skepticism surrounds its feasibility and proof of concept.

fromFuturism

Tesla Admits Its Robotaxis Are Being Driven Remotely

Waymo relies on remote operators in the Philippines for assistance with autonomous vehicles, highlighting the ongoing human involvement in autonomous driving.

The Toyota bZ Had An Amazing Start To 2026

Toyota's bZ is set to be the top-selling non-Tesla EV in the U.S. for 2026, with significant sales growth.

Toyota's Hydrogen Dream Is Far From Over

Toyota aims to become a third shareholder in Cellcentric to enhance hydrogen fuel cell technology for heavy commercial vehicles.

Toyota's still trying to make hydrogen fuel cells happen

Toyota is joining Daimler and Volvo in a joint venture to develop fuel cell technology for heavy commercial vehicles.

The Toyota bZ Had An Amazing Start To 2026

Toyota's bZ is set to be the top-selling non-Tesla EV in the U.S. for 2026, with significant sales growth.

Toyota's Hydrogen Dream Is Far From Over

Toyota aims to become a third shareholder in Cellcentric to enhance hydrogen fuel cell technology for heavy commercial vehicles.

Toyota's still trying to make hydrogen fuel cells happen

Toyota is joining Daimler and Volvo in a joint venture to develop fuel cell technology for heavy commercial vehicles.

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fromStreetsblog USA

How To Fix The Broken Gas Tax - Streetsblog USA

America is undercharging drivers for road use, necessitating new funding strategies beyond the gas tax to maintain highways effectively.

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Is Still Crushing It

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 achieved significant sales growth in Q1, outperforming competitors in the American EV market despite overall declines.

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.

Honda Prologue's $7,500 Price Cut Means There's No Better Time To Buy

Honda has slashed the price of the 2026 Prologue by $7,500 across the board, essentially replacing the lost tax incentive and making the crossover a much better deal among its peers.

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World news

fromNature

The dark side of green technology: what do electric vehicles really cost?

Demand for battery metals drives exploitation, armed conflict, and resource nationalism, harming millions and implicating governments, corporations, and technology supply chains.

Kia shows off small cars in NY: The 2027 EV3 and 2027 Seltos Hybrid

The EV3 and Seltos Hybrid feature advanced technology, customizable infotainment, and various powertrain options, launching in late 2026.

All the wrong EVs are getting cancelled

Automakers are discontinuing affordable EV models while continuing to produce expensive ones, undermining mass-market electric vehicle adoption.

1 week ago

New EV Sales Dropped 28%. But Used EVs Are Booming.

Used EV sales are thriving despite a decline in new EV sales due to the end of tax credits and regulations.

#used-ev-market

Five Underrated Used EVs To Help You Through The Impending Gas Crisis

Rising gas prices and EV depreciation create opportunities to purchase affordable used electric vehicles under $30,000, with an expanding market as leases end and fleet vehicles turn over.

Cars

There are plenty of great choices if you want to spend less than $15K on an EV

Five Underrated Used EVs To Help You Through The Impending Gas Crisis

Rising gas prices and EV depreciation create opportunities to purchase affordable used electric vehicles under $30,000, with an expanding market as leases end and fleet vehicles turn over.

Cars

There are plenty of great choices if you want to spend less than $15K on an EV

Hybrids now account for 1 in 5 U.S. vehicle sales as market shifts

Hybrid vehicles now account for nearly 20% of U.S. vehicle sales, indicating a significant market shift.

fromNature

Affordable mobility for all: why we need smaller, cheaper electric vehicles

Low-speed electric vehicles offer affordable, practical decarbonization for underserved populations but remain overlooked due to bias toward expensive, high-tech solutions and nationalist trade policies.

fromFast Company

1 week ago

Cheap EVs are about to flood the used car market. Will more buyers make the switch from gas?

A surge of affordable used EVs is arriving as drivers seek alternatives to high gas prices.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

A look at how EVs come with lower maintenance costs

Electric vehicles offer significantly lower maintenance costs than gas-powered vehicles, eliminating oil changes, spark plug replacements, and engine tuneups.

This One Brand Beats Its EPA Range Estimates Better Than The Rest

Consumer Reports tested 27 electric vehicles at highway speeds and found many exceeded EPA range estimates, with BMW leading at 18.6% above rated range.

fromBusiness Insider

Higher gas prices spark a surge of search interest in EVs

Online searches for electric vehicles have increased as gas prices rise, though this interest surge has not yet translated into higher EV sales.

#plug-in-hybrids

3 weeks ago

Cars

The uncomfortable truth about hybrid vehicles

2 months ago

Cars

The Case For Plug-In Hybrids Is Changing. Here's What Happened

fromBusiness Insider

Cars

Plug-in hybrids were supposed to be Americans' bridge to EVs. Now they're fading from showrooms.

3 weeks ago

Cars

The uncomfortable truth about hybrid vehicles

2 months ago

Cars

The Case For Plug-In Hybrids Is Changing. Here's What Happened

fromBusiness Insider

Cars

Plug-in hybrids were supposed to be Americans' bridge to EVs. Now they're fading from showrooms.

Which Automakers Build The Cleanest EVs? This Study Has Answers

Western automakers lead Chinese competitors in reducing EV supply chain emissions and ensuring responsible mining practices, though significant gaps persist between industry promises and actual delivery.

Want A Great EV Deal? Buy One That's A Year Old

2025-model used cars sold in the fourth quarter of last year went for $6,370 less than their average new car transaction price. That's already substantial savings, but the numbers are even better for EV and PHEV shoppers. Models like the Dodge Charger Daytona and Jeep Wrangler 4XE have truly staggering discounts after less than a year on the road.

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