Stephen Edelstein, Contributing Writer
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EV battery prices have been falling, and they could decline even more steeply over the next two years, according to a new Goldman Sachs report.
On the pack level, global average battery prices...
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Pro-Trump EV disinformation worked in Michigan, polling suggests94% of the amount spent nationally on EV-related political ads was in Michigan—most of it against Biden/Harris EV policy, with no counter ads.
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Future Stellantis EVs might flex 800V at 400V SuperchargersA patent suggests big electric trucks like the Ram REV or Ramcharger could near their 800-volt charge rate when plugged into Tesla Superchargers with this tech.
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EVs are in different kinds of fender-benders, claims data revealsEVs are more likely to sustain rear-end damage, while combustion cars have a higher frequency of front-end collisions.
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Next-gen Jaguar EV prototype teasedJaguar's upcoming four-door luxury electric hatchback will have a long hood and a six-digit price tag.
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Report: Nixing EV tax credit is a Trump priority, with Tesla supportThe tax credit could be tackled by the Republican-controlled Congress, in a move backed by Elon Musk but self-serving for Tesla, not EV adoption.
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- Rate of acceleration for global EV adoption has slowed, firm suggests focus beyond early adopters
- Study relates EV adoption to Strategist, Individualist, Carer, Conservative, and Frugal...
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2025 Polestar 3 gets less expensive, longer range RWD modelThe Polestar 3 lineup has grown to three models while simultaneously lowering the base price.
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Tesla Cybertruck recalled for sixth time, may lose drive powerThe Tesla Cybertruck has been recalled, again.
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Report: US may undercut China on batteries by 2030Cheaper batteries make for cheaper cars—potentially boosting both EV adoption and U.S. competitiveness.
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China's CATL open to building US battery plant if Trump allowsDuring his campaign Trump possibly opened the door for the Chinese to enter the U.S. automotive market.
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Volkswagen's stake in Rivian grows to $5.8B, joint venture now formedVW's investment in Rivian is growing as the joint venture gets off the ground for software and electrical architecture.
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The 2025 Polestar 2 lineup shrinks to just one configuration, dropping the less-expensive, higher-range models.
First spotted by Car and Driver, the 2025 Polestar 2 will only be available in...
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Hyundai Ioniq 9 3-row EV SUV teased, debuts Nov. 21The three-row electric Hyundai Ioniq 9 will finally debut at the Los Angeles auto show November 21.
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Lucid Air cop car tested by California Highway PatrolThe Lucid Air could become the next EV to be put into police duty.
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2025 Porsche Taycan 4 and Taycan GTS expand lineup to 13 iterationsPorsche has expanded the Taycan lineup further, growing the model to 13 trims with the addition of the Taycan 4 and updated GTS.
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2026 Cadillac Vistiq targets 300 miles of range, costs $78,790The 2026 Cadillac Vistiq three-row SUV is said to arrive in 2025 to slot between the Lyriq and Escalade IQ.
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Toyota says California-led EV mandates "impossible" to meetToyota may be emboldened to once again challenge California after a Trump win.
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The 2025 Kia Niro EV receives a few more standard features, but costs the same as the 2024 model.
That means prices still start at $40,975—including a $1,375 destination fee—for the Niro...
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Mazda CX-90 and CX-70 PHEV recalled due to loss of drive power, electrical issuesMazda's plug-in hybrid SUV has been recalled for multiple reasons.
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2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 now U.S.-built for $43,957, adds Tesla NACS portThe 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 gets a notable refresh that translates to more range and access to more charging stations for an extra $780.
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Asics sneakers reuse vehicle airbag fabric, win design awardFrom sneakers to airbags, companies are finding new ways to reuse and recycle materials in the name of sustainability.
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GM exec believes ditching Apple CarPlay in EVs is the path forwardGM isn't backing down on plans to walk away from Apple CarPlay—even though it will make EV route planning and everyday life clumsier for some users.
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Electric Mazda SUV arriving in 2027, CX-5 hybrid under developmentMazda plans to wean off partners for electrification and make its own hybrid system.
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