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Cars
fromwww.bbc.com
7 hours ago

Rolls-Royce launches new two-seater electric car

Rolls-Royce has introduced Project Nightingale, a limited edition electric convertible, with only 100 units to be hand-built and delivered by 2028.
#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.
Travel
fromEntrepreneur
15 hours ago

She Started Using a Wheelchair and Saw a Serious 'Chasm.' Her Business Solution Led to $75M in Under a Year.

Morales's experience with luxury travel revealed significant accessibility gaps, prompting her to lead an initiative for accessible travel at Fora.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
1 day ago

Thule Widesky Reinvents Rooftop Tents with Lightweight, Pop-Up Design

The Thule Widesky rooftop tent combines lightweight design with spacious interior and convenient features for outdoor enthusiasts.
Coffee
fromInsideHook
5 days ago

Products of the Week: Golf Sets, Fuzzy Hikers and Bose Speakers

New spring gear includes coffee vodka, golf sets, portable fans, and peach speakers to enhance warmer months.
#tesla
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
5 days 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
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days 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
5 days 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
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days 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
fromEngadget
5 days 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.
fromTNW | Corporates-Innovation
5 days 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
#electric-vehicles
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago
Cars

The Sony Afeela Was Doomed to Fail

Sony-Honda canceled the Afeela 1 electric car due to Honda's shift in EV strategy and financial losses.
fromArs Technica
1 month ago
Cars

Rivian reveals pricing and trim details for its R2 SUV

Rivian begins R2 midsize electric SUV deliveries in spring 2026, starting with the Performance model priced at $57,990, offering 330-mile range and 656 hp.
Cars
fromwww.businessinsider.com
15 hours ago

Electric pickups were supposed to be the future. Now they're stalling.

Interest in electric pickup trucks is declining sharply, with sales dropping significantly across major brands.
Alternative transportation
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Rivian's R2 EV arrives this spring with a $58,000 price tag

Rivian's R2 electric SUV launches spring 2026 starting at $57,990, with affordable sub-$50,000 variants arriving in late 2027, featuring dual-motor AWD, 330-mile range, and standard NACS charging.
Cars
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

The Sony Afeela Was Doomed to Fail

Sony-Honda canceled the Afeela 1 electric car due to Honda's shift in EV strategy and financial losses.
Cars
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Rivian reveals pricing and trim details for its R2 SUV

Rivian begins R2 midsize electric SUV deliveries in spring 2026, starting with the Performance model priced at $57,990, offering 330-mile range and 656 hp.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
5 days ago

White Industries & Moots Have Some New, Very Beautiful (and Expensive) Titanium Cranks

Collaboration between White Industries, Moots, and Brunk Industries produced a high-quality, American-made titanium crank emphasizing durability and precision.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

DA Davidson Upgrades Rivian From Underperform - Here's What Still Has to Go Right

DA Davidson upgraded Rivian Automotive to Neutral from Underperform, citing valuation after a significant stock pullback.
fromFortune
3 days ago

Average price of new cars nears $50,000 as automakers focus on big pickups and SUVs while cheaper sedans get phased out | Fortune

Consumer prices rose 3.3% in March, the biggest yearly increase since May 2024, while new car prices were up 12.6% from a year ago, the Labor Department reported Friday.
Cars
#ford
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.
Business
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Ford CEO says 'the customer has spoken' after its EV business lost nearly $5 billion last year

Ford will shift to smaller, lower-cost, high-volume electric vehicles and hybrids after a $4.8 billion EV loss and weak sales of large EVs.
Toronto startup
from24/7 Wall St.
6 days 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.
6 days 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.
Cars
fromArs Technica
5 days ago

Volkswagen stops building ID.4s in the US, has inventory "into 2027"

Volkswagen's Chattanooga plant is central to its U.S. strategy, focusing on long-term success and future product opportunities.
Business
fromSilicon Canals
2 weeks ago

Harley bet on electric bikes and younger riders. The layoffs are the answer - Silicon Canals

Harley-Davidson's layoffs reveal deeper structural issues rather than a temporary correction, highlighting a disconnect between brand identity and market reality.
Toronto startup
fromBusline News
1 week ago

NFI Announces Rob Marion As President Of Motor Coach Industries - Busline News

Rob Marion has been appointed as the new President of Motor Coach Industries, effective April 2, 2026.
Design
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 month ago

HYTTE Is the Mobile Home Design the RV World Needed - Yanko Design

HYTTE redefines the motorhome by combining Scandinavian cabin aesthetics with modern architecture, creating a mobile dwelling that functions as genuine home while blending seamlessly into natural environments.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Rivian's RJ Scaringe thinks we're doing robots all wrong | TechCrunch

RJ Scaringe, Rivian's CEO, founded Mind Robotics, a robotics startup valued at $2 billion after raising $615 million, while simultaneously leading Rivian's R2 SUV launch and maintaining involvement with micromobility company Also.
Roam Research
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 month ago

Airstream Atlas 25RT redefines the classic two-person motorhome - Yanko Design

The Airstream Atlas 25RT combines Airstream quality with Mercedes-Benz performance to create a luxury Class B+ motorhome designed for comfortable adventure travel with sophisticated interiors and efficient space utilization.
#rivian-r2
frominsideevs.com
1 month ago
Cars

The Rivian R2 Squeezed Out Six Extra Miles Of Range With This Innovative Design

Rivian R2 hides its rear wiper recessed inside the tailgate to allow a roll-down rear window while preserving aerodynamics and cargo access.
frominsideevs.com
1 month ago
Cars

Rivian R2 And Toyota Highlander: Could These SUVs Become the EV Hits America Needs?

Rivian and Toyota launched major EVs during poor timing, facing diminished incentives and uncertain demand; the Rivian R2 and Highlander EV must prove market viability.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 week 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.
Gadgets
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 month ago

7 Genius Spring Camping Gadgets & Gear for 2026 That Make the Great Outdoors Feel Like a Five-Star Hotel - Yanko Design

Spring 2026 camping gear solves comfort-weight contradictions through biological modeling and innovative engineering rather than traditional deprivation-based design.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
3 weeks ago

Track Trailer reinvents Tvan, one of the toughest off-roading trailers with roomier MK6 model - Yanko Design

The MK6 features a durable chassis based on an advanced suspension system that enables it to roll comfortably on rugged terrains and off-road destinations.
Alternative transportation
#rivian-r2-pricing
Cars
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Rivian R2 launch: Here's what $57,990 gets you | TechCrunch

Rivian's R2 affordable EV will cost between $45,000 and $57,990, with the Performance Launch Package starting at $57,990 and rolling out in spring, followed by cheaper versions through late 2027.
fromBikeMag
1 month ago

What's Going On With YT Industries? The Founder Just Explained Everything

YT Industries GmbH filed for insolvency in Germany last July, the dominoes fell fast. YT Industries USA shuttered on October 31st; showroom locations went dark; customer service contact info vanished from the website; and a whole lot of Capra and Decoy owners were left staring at their bikes, wondering what exactly a warranty is worth when there's nobody on the other end of the phone.
Bicycling
European startups
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Facing heavy losses, Honda cancels its three US-made electric vehicles

Honda faces declining competitiveness in China due to inability to match software-defined vehicle development and features, while weak US EV demand and eliminated tax credits force the company to prioritize hybrids over new electric vehicles.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
2 weeks ago

Land Rover's China-Market 'Freelander' Is The Rivian R2 You Can't Have

Freelander is a new joint venture brand between Jaguar Land Rover and Chery Automobile, featuring the Concept 97 SUV inspired by the original Freelander from 1997.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Thor Industries Delivers 860% EPS Surprise - Stock Still Lags

Diluted EPS of $0.34 versus the $0.04 consensus estimate reflects a ~750% surprise. In Q2 FY2025, diluted EPS was $(0.01), making this a clear year-over-year profitability improvement.
Business
#rivian-r2-launch
Venture
from247wallst.com
1 month ago

Rivian's R2 Reveal Is the Moment of Truth for the EV Maker's Survival

Rivian's R2 mid-size SUV reveal on March 12, 2026, is critical for achieving mass-market volume and profitability, with Q2 2026 customer deliveries targeted and $6.08 billion in liquidity supporting the launch.
Venture
from247wallst.com
1 month ago

Rivian's R2 Reveal Is the Moment of Truth for the EV Maker's Survival

Rivian's R2 mid-size SUV reveal on March 12, 2026, is critical for achieving mass-market volume and profitability, with Q2 2026 customer deliveries targeted and $6.08 billion in liquidity supporting the launch.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Everyone Hates Ford Right Now. Does That Make It a No-Brainer Buy?

Ford's current pessimism presents a buying opportunity for retirement investors as insider buying, improving EV losses, and strong Ford Pro commercial division cash generation support valuation recovery.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 month ago

Awaken RV's MorningStar camper blends dual-hull fiberglass design with all-weather durability - Yanko Design

Fiberglass makes a camper lightweight and durable, and double-shell fiberglass construction makes it doubly tough, all-weather proof, and sublime to live in. This is the new MorningStar from Awaken RV, a manufacturer in Ohio, that's changing the image and construction parameters for a traditional travel trailer and giving it a sleeker but tougher makeover, which is surprisingly pleasing to the eye.
Remodel
Gadgets
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago

Honda enters modular camper market with lightweight, solar-powered trailer - Yanko Design

Honda introduced the Base Station: a sub-1,500 lb solar-powered, modular, towable camper with pop-up roof, slide-out kitchen, and flexible interior for accessible family off-grid camping.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Ford and Rivian: BofA Reinstates Both as Regulatory Shift Reshapes the Auto Landscape

Bank of America rates Ford as a Buy with $17 target based on strong earnings fundamentals, while rating Rivian as Underperform with $14 target due to regulatory credit dependency and declining EV demand.
#airstream
Cars
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

2 Vehicle Manufacturer Stocks to Watch: Honda and REV Group

Honda faces severe EV challenges with $1.76 billion in charges and a strategic retreat from 30% to 20% EV sales targets, while its motorcycle business remains highly profitable and increasingly important to overall performance.
#performance-division
Cars
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 month ago

Rivian Just Launched Its Own Version of BMW M, and It's Called RAD (Rivian Adventure Department) - Yanko Design

Rivian formalized RAD, its performance division, to develop vehicles through demanding events and translate real-world testing into production features and performance capabilities.
Cars
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 month ago

Rivian Just Launched Its Own Version of BMW M, and It's Called RAD (Rivian Adventure Department) - Yanko Design

Rivian formalized RAD, its performance division, to develop vehicles through demanding events and translate real-world testing into production features and performance capabilities.
fromDesign Milk
2 months ago

The ALSO TM-B Is Rivian's Answer to the Electric Bike

"Our vision is to bring together the latest technology with fun, thoughtful design to create small EVs that inspire people to adopt these more efficient modes," says Chris Yu, President of ALSO. "This launch has been years in the making and it is just the beginning of a broader platform we are building that we believe will catalyze adoption globally."
Gadgets
Cars
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Here's everything we know about Rivian R2 pricing and specs

Rivian begins R2 midsize electric SUV deliveries in spring 2025, starting with the Performance model priced at $57,990, offering 330-mile range and 656 hp.
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
1 month ago

This Tire Brand Just Dropped New MTB and Drop-Bar Components - And They're Pretty Affordable

Teravail expands beyond tires into affordable bike components including handlebars, seatposts, stems, and grips designed for road, gravel, mountain, and bikepacking applications.
Cars
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Ford vs Winnebago: How Two American Vehicle Makers Are Navigating a Tough Road Ahead

Ford's $11.10 billion Q4 loss masks a strengthening core business, while Winnebago achieves profitability growth through operational discipline and premium product positioning.
Cars
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Honda cancels three EVs that were months away from US production

Honda cancels three in-house electric vehicles under development at its Ohio EV Hub due to reduced US EV demand, unfavorable policy changes, and Chinese competition, redirecting focus to hybrids instead.
Cars
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Stellantis, Oshkosh, and Mastercraft: 3 Vehicle Manufacturers Worth Watching

Three vehicle manufacturers show vastly different financial health, with Stellantis in crisis from aggressive EV betting, Oshkosh facing challenges, and a third company performing strongest based on earnings, revenue growth, margins, guidance, and overall financial metrics.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
2 months ago

Hey, Here's Another Airless Tire... Will This One Catch On?

Aipex is developing a 26x2.1 airless bicycle tire prototype with replaceable tread, puncture-free design, and claims up to 6,000 miles of tread life.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 month ago

Rivian Is Discontinuing Its Entry 'Dual Standard' R1S And R1T

Rivian discontinues entry-level Dual Standard trims of R1S and R1T, raising minimum R1 series pricing by $7,000, while preparing to launch the more affordable R2 mass-market model.
fromBikerumor
2 months ago

Esker Releases Limited Run of Long Wheel Base Fat Bikes, Plus Crazy Deals & Titanium Changes

But here is what that $2,600 will get you: 6061-T6 aluminum frame (note that these frames don't have internal cable routing) Fork: 140mm RockShox Pike Select Shock: RockShox Deluxe Wheels: Stans Flow S2 Comp 29 Brakes: SRAM DB8 Stealth Drivetrain: SRAM Eagle 90 Transmission OR Shimano XT (mechanical) Tires: Maxxis Rekon EXO - 29×2.5 Cockpit: PNW Components and Ergon mashup
Bicycling
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
2 months ago

Revel Bikes Announces Relocation of U.S. HQ to Golden, Colorado

Revel Bikes is relocating its U.S. headquarters from Carbondale to Golden, Colorado to improve logistics, grow sustainably, and expand local hiring by March 15.
Cars
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

5 Companies Quietly Eating Tesla's Lunch in 2026 - and One Is Already Winning

Tesla's EV market dominance has eroded as deliveries declined 9% in 2025 while global EV sales grew 26%, with Chinese competitors and premium challengers capturing market share through newer products, lower prices, and broader geographic reach.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago

Leisure Travel Vans Unity TBX redefines luxury motorhomes with a true adventure garage - Yanko Design

Ideal luxury motorhomes don't fuss about your adventure gear and supplies. Their primary focus there is a premium small home on wheels that may cater to the rugged roads, but leaves you guessing when you reach the fathomed wilderness. Canadian RV company, Leisure Travel Vans, is changing this notion with the newly revealed Unity TBX series that has a spacious pass-through cabinet to carry along a great deal of equipment you may need in your time outside of your house.
Cars
Cars
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

I Always Dreamed of Having a Hummer, but These 7 Huge Cars Are Way Better

Modern oversized vehicles surpass the Hummer in comfort, technology, efficiency, practicality, and comparable off-road capability.
frominsideevs.com
2 months ago

Scout Motors Will 'Most Likely' Make EREVs First, CEO Says

Scout Motors CEO Scott Keogh surprised me when he announced that over 80% of Scout pre-orders are for the "Harvester" models, which have gasoline-powered range extenders. It was our first sign that demand for extended-range electric vehicles, or EREVs, is real. To meet it, the company will likely launch the EREV version of the Terra and Traveler first, Keogh said Tuesday. But the purely electric version isn't going anywhere.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
2 months ago

Tesla Has A New, Cheaper Model Y. Will It Work?

Tesla's answer to sagging sales over the last couple of years has generally been: "How about another Model Y?" It makes some sense, as the crossover is Tesla's best seller by far and the most popular electric vehicle on the planet. Last year, Tesla launched its first refresh of the Model Y in a bid to boost sales. It also rolled out a stretched-out Model YL in China.
Cars
Cars
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

America, it's time to think beyond leather for luxury car seats

Many European luxury models offer textile interiors and advanced features that are often unavailable to US buyers due to regulatory and market choices.
Cars
fromFortune
2 months ago

Ford CEO Jim Farley knew the EV pain would be bad but the 'punch line' is a $4.8 billion loss: 'the customer has spoken' | Fortune

Ford's Model E posted a $4.8B loss and the company is pivoting to affordable, high-volume EVs after federal tax-credit expiration sharply reduced U.S. EV demand.
Cars
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Rivian CEO says it may be 'inconceivable' to buy a car that can't drive itself by 2030

By 2030, self-driving capabilities will be standard in cars, becoming as expected as airbags and air conditioning.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
2 months ago

America's Best-Selling Electric Trucks In 2025: The Tesla Cybertruck Crashes Out

Electric pickup truck sales fell sharply in 2025, prompting model cancellations and sustained unprofitability despite advantages like home/worksite power export and quiet operation.
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