Toyota Opens $13.9 Billion First US Battery Plant in North Carolina and Adds $10 Billion in New Investment
Toyota has begun production at its $13.9B battery plant in Liberty, NC—its first in the US—and confirmed an added $10B investment to expand manufacturing operations over the next five years.
Nissan to Build Hybrid Rogue in Tennessee, Plans New V6 Hybrid for U.S. Market
Nissan will begin producing its hybrid e-Power Rogue in Tennessee next year and is exploring a V6 hybrid for the U.S., marking a shift from full EVs to a stronger…
The Toyota Tacoma Remains the Top-Selling Truck in Its Category — Leaving the Competitors Way Behind
The Toyota Tacoma is once again leading the pack in the midsize truck market, and this time the gap is wider than ever.
Tesla Responds to Waymo’s Calls for Transparency With New Safety Report
Tesla has released a comprehensive safety report on its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software, responding to calls for more transparency from industry leaders.
Nissan Reveals 2026 Pathfinder with Refreshed Styling and Smarter Tech
The 2026 Nissan Pathfinder has been officially revealed, bringing with it a refined front-end design, upgraded technology, and subtle interior enhancements.
After years of opposition, Tesla may be adding Apple CarPlay to its cars
Tesla is reportedly preparing to support Apple CarPlay in its vehicles, signaling a major policy shift as the automaker faces slowing sales and rising pressure from more user-friendly EV rivals.
Xpeng Unveils Three Robotaxi Models as It Challenges Tesla on Autonomous Ground
Chinese automaker Xpeng has just thrown down the gauntlet in the race for driverless mobility, revealing plans to roll out three robotaxi models by 2026.
Mazda Unveils 6e: Electric Rear-Drive Sedan with 500km Range, Ready to Compete with Tesla and BYD
Mazda has officially entered the electric sedan race with the 6e, a sleek rear-wheel-drive liftback built in partnership with Changan.
BYD Aims for 1.6 Million Overseas EV Sales by 2026 — Can They Overtake Tesla?
Chinese automaker BYD is setting its sights high. The company intends to sell up to 1.6 million electric vehicles outside its home market in 2026.
Mercedes-Benz and McDonald’s China Team Up to Launch a Truffle Burger and Electric Sedan
In a campaign that few could have predicted, Mercedes-Benz and McDonald’s China have teamed up to launch both an all-electric sedan and a luxury truffle burger under the cheeky name…
Tesla Launches Short-Term Rental Program with Full Self-Driving and Free Supercharging
Tesla has begun offering short-term electric vehicle rentals in California, allowing drivers to access high-end models for daily rates starting at $60.
Toyota Bets on Hybrid-Only Power for Its 2026 RAV4 Redesign
The 2026 Toyota RAV4 has undergone a major shift, emerging as a hybrid-only SUV with a fresh design and long-overdue technology upgrades.
Finally, Good News for Volkswagen’s EVs Thanks to Tesla’s Rival
A year after announcing a $5.8 billion joint venture, Volkswagen and Rivian are moving forward with real-world testing of their new electric vehicle architecture.
Ford and Google Team Up to Map America’s Wildest Trail With Street View
Over 32 days and nearly 6,000 miles, Ford and Google teamed up to digitally chart the TransAmerica Trail, one of the most remote off-road routes in the United States.
Tesla Faces Its Worst Sales Drop in Years as Xiaomi YU7 Beats Model Y
Tesla's sales in China fell to their lowest point in three years this October, with only 26,006 units sold.
