A wave of canceled DOE battery grants jolts U.S. EV plans, drawing fire from lawmakers and fueling concerns over China’s growing lead in clean energy tech.
Omoda & Jaecoo, brands of Chery Group, unveiled a gasoline engine with 48% thermal efficiency—one of the highest ever for a production-ready internal combustion engine—at the 2025 User Summit.
Tariffs, rising costs, and global tensions are squeezing U.S. automakers as Ford, GM, and Tesla head into Q3 earnings, testing the industry’s resilience and drawing sharp investor attention.
Korea University scientists develop a lithium-metal EV battery with a silver-ion coating that stays 96% efficient after 1,300 cycles, solving dendrite issues and boosting battery safety and lifespan.
Chery, one of China’s largest car manufacturers, has introduced a solid-state battery capable of delivering an estimated range of 800 miles per charge.
The average price of a new car in the U.S. hit $50,080 in September, marking a historic high as rising production costs and fewer affordable models reshape the auto market and strain buyer budgets.
Tesla’s new Model 3 and Y Standard versions aimed to deliver affordable EVs, but feature cuts and modest price drops have left fans disappointed and raised questions about the brand’s direction.
Tesla’s new Model 3 Standard just dropped with a sleeker design, longer range, and a surprising price shift that could shake up the EV market.
Tesla faces legal action in California over mishandled insurance claims, risking millions in fines and the loss of its ability to provide insurance, adding to the company’s growing legal troubles.
Chevrolet revives the Bolt as the most affordable EV in the U.S., with sub-$30K pricing, faster charging, a new LFP battery, and a modest power boost for everyday electric driving.
Tesla’s new Model 3 and Model Y Standards, priced lower but with stripped-down features, raise questions about the company’s shift from affordable cars to autonomous tech.
Tesla has unveiled a more affordable version of its flagship vehicles, the Model Y and Model 3, with starting prices of $39,990 and $36,990, respectively.
Toyota is aiming to revolutionize the automotive industry once again with the introduction of a new four-cylinder engine that promises 400 horsepower while minimizing its carbon footprint.
Toyota has raised a red flag over the growing confusion in the hybrid vehicle market, claiming that many cars sold as hybrids don’t actually meet the standard of true hybrids.
Several Toyota bZ4X and Subaru Solterra owners in the US are reporting repeated breakdowns due to premature failures of their 12-volt batteries.
BYD Atto 3 earns improved Euro NCAP safety rating after critical software update fixes flawed driver assistance system in earlier European models.
A cargo ship carrying nearly 4,000 luxury cars, including Lamborghinis and Porsches, sank off Portugal in 2022—now unreachable on the ocean floor.
Final 2011 Tesla Roadster resurfaces with $1.5M price tag—an untouched icon of early EV performance and the last of its kind built in the US.
A 2021 Tesla Model Y Long Range, originally purchased for $54,190, has recently been sold at auction for just $24,888, highlighting a staggering drop in value after nearly 48,500 miles of use.
Costco offers exclusive rebates on GMC EVs, including the Sierra and Hummer models, for members through January 2026, with savings up to $1,250.
Tesla’s board of directors is backing a compensation package that could grant Elon Musk up to $1 trillion—if he meets aggressive growth targets over the next decade. The plan ties Musk’s reward to Tesla’s market value increasing from $1 trillion to $8.5 trillion, according to a recent SEC filing.
A car enthusiast believed he had landed the deal of a lifetime when he bought a used Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ for just $34,000—a fraction of its original six-figure price tag. But the reality of owning the luxury electric sedan quickly turned sour, as a cascade of mechanical and software issues began to surface.
A U.S. driver returned his leased Mercedes-Benz with 81,000 miles on the odometer—45,000 miles over his contract limit. The result: a hefty $11,250 mileage penalty, plus additional charges for worn tires and minor damage.
Xiaomi’s CEO Lei Jun has confirmed the company purchased and completely disassembled three Tesla Model Y vehicles earlier this year to study them in detail. The move was part of the development strategy behind Xiaomi’s upcoming YU7 electric SUV, which Lei says was designed to match — or even surpass — the Model Y in key areas.
Tesla is preparing to launch a stripped-down version of its popular Model Y, internally known as E41, targeting customers with tighter budgets. The move marks a departure from the brand’s premium image, introducing a no-frills version that trims numerous comfort and tech features to lower manufacturing costs.
Porsche has unveiled a wireless charging system for its upcoming electric Cayenne, eliminating the need for physical cables and offering a more seamless user experience.
Collectors are racing to get their hands on manual Lamborghini Murciélagos, with recent sales reaching up to $580,000. Demand is driven by the car’s unique combination of a V12 engine and six-speed gated manual gearbox—features that are now nearly extinct in modern supercars.
Hyundai is preparing to introduce an all-new midsize pickup truck tailored specifically for the U.S. market, with a launch expected before 2030.
Nissan has announced the 2026 Leaf, a third-generation model that brings a new crossover SUV format, improved battery range, and access to Tesla’s Supercharger network—all starting under $30,000.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has purchased $1 billion worth of his company’s stock, marking his largest buy-in since 2020. The move comes at a time when the electric carmaker is facing declining sales, narrowing margins, and intensifying global competition.
A Cybertruck owner from Texas says his insurance rate was unexpectedly doubled after a State Farm agent was dismissed for underquoting him. The owner had initially been quoted $400 per month, only to be told later that his new premium would rise to $800 monthly.
Diesel’s days may be numbered, at least according to Toyota. The Japanese automaker has publicly stated that diesel engines will likely disappear within the next decade, marking a significant shift in the automotive industry’s approach to internal combustion technology.
Jaguar Land Rover has reportedly lost track of 40,000 newly built vehicles following a cyberattack that disrupted its entire IT infrastructure. The incident also forced the company to halt production for over two weeks, with losses mounting as operations remain suspended.
Tesla, once dominant in EV customer loyalty, has seen its return rate drop by over 20 points in nine months, giving rivals room to gain ground.
Chinese electric carmaker Xpeng has taken a major step toward strengthening its presence in the European market. The company has begun production of its G6 and G9 SUVs in Austria, a move that allows it to sidestep the steep import tariffs imposed on Chinese-made EVs.
Tesla has dropped the rear-wheel drive Cybertruck just five months after launch. The model, the lineup’s cheapest, has been quietly removed from the company’s website.
A Tesla Cybertruck made an unexpected appearance in central Milan, stunning locals and sparking viral reactions in a city where the vehicle isn’t even street legal.
Mercedes-Benz has denied plans to use BMW’s four-cylinder engines. CTO Markus Schaefer stated at the IAA Mobility Show that rumors of an engine partnership are unfounded.
BMW has sounded the alarm over the European Union’s plan to ban sales of new gasoline and diesel vehicles by 2035, calling the move potentially disastrous for the auto industry.
Nissan has released official pricing for several vehicles in its 2026 US lineup, including refreshed versions of the Kicks, Rogue, Leaf, Frontier, Z, and Armada.
Manual transmissions are disappearing from SUVs and pickups, with Jeep, Ford, and Toyota offering the last models for enthusiasts who prefer stick shifts.
Starting September 9, owners of electric Porsche models will be able to charge their vehicles at Tesla’s Supercharger stations across the United States.
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Trump’s economic policies are reshaping the U.S. auto industry, promising thousands of new jobs.
Honda’s bold pivot from battery-only vehicles to a mix of hydrogen and synthetic fuels is shaking up the auto industry.
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