Electric Cars

According to recent surveys from a market analysis firm, Musk is contributing to a "reputational downfall" that is costing the electric automaker sales.

As recently as six months ago GM vocally criticized Ford's plan to build EV cells in Michigan under license from China's CATL. Now according to reports from China, it's seeking a similar arrangement for itself.

Mitsubishi will reportedly use Nissan's EV tech for a North American electric model, while Nissan may tap into Mitsubishi PHEV tech for models including a pickup.

Tesla has sold more EVs than any other maker in the world, and it's the highest-volume “startup” automaker in the U.S. since the 1920s.

Struggling EV startup Canoo has purchased the manufacturing equipment from the failure of another, U.K.-based Arrival.

Vehicles for the U.S. will initially be sourced from China, but are expected to come from a Renault plant in South Korea starting in 2025.

SK On has already been the only battery supplier for Ferrari plug-in hybrids, but this potentially broadens the relationship toward future battery tech, and possibly EVs.

A cold-weather test of the Genesis GV60 found underwhelming driving range but great space efficiency.

A complaint against U.S. EV incentive policy reportedly calls rules for the federal EV tax credit "discriminatory."

Simply put, as the grid becomes more reliant on renewable solar energy, it better aligns supply and demand.

The Neolun Concept likely previews the widely expected GV90 electric SUV, while a Magma sub-brand taps into motorsports heat.

Nissan plans to launch its e-Power hybrid models in the U.S. in 2026, with EVs to follow.

"Multiple technical issues" have led to a higher risk of battery shorts.

Among Jeep's annual Moab concepts, the Wrangler Willys Dispatcher taps into a vintage Jeep look and 4xe plug-in hybrid tech. But the brand appears to skip EVs altogether and pivot back to internal combustion engines.

An 800-volt architecture and cylindrical cells are part of BMW's Gen 6 electric architecture set for a production start in 2025—due in a new Model Y–sized EV by 2027.

Gaps between the cells would help improve cooling and extend battery life, the automaker claims in a patent application.

Shell plans to expand the number of EV chargers it operates from 54,000 today to 200,000 by 2030.

Toyota plug-in hybrids in Europe offer a planner that can hold electric range for urban zones; a comprehensive trip planner could be the next step.

With tweaks to the final rule, it projects 56% EV sales will be needed by 2032, along with at least 13% plug-in hybrids.

The adapters will enable Tesla NACS fast-charging with Rivian electric trucks' native CCS port and will nearly double the number of station options along the way.