Federal EV tax credit slashed in half for some Tesla Model 3s in 2024
Tesla notified customers that the $7,500 federal tax credit for electric vehicle purchases will be cut in half for two of its popular models starting in 2024.
US probes 73,000 Chevrolet Volt cars over loss of power, issues restarting
About 73,000 Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrids are being investigated by the NHTSA over a battery problem that can cause a sudden loss of power or prevent restarting.
Cybertruck's price tag draws mixed reviews
Tesla's release of its Cybertruck pricing Thursday drew reaction. The vehicle has rear-wheel drive, all-wheel drive and "Cyberbeast" options.
Tesla Cybertruck deliveries begin after long delays
Elon Musk on Thursday unveiled Tesla's Cybertruck as the company begins deliveries of the futuristic-looking electric pickup that has faced a series of delays since its 2019 announcement.
NASCAR reaches groundbreaking media rights deal that includes first-ever streaming-only races
NASCAR reached a groundbreaking media rights deal worth a massive $7.7 billion over seven years, starting in 2025 and running through the end of the 2031 season.
EVs significantly less reliable than gas-engine cars, Consumer Reports finds
A Consumer Reports survey of auto owners found electric vehicles have nearly 80% more problems than gas vehicles on average, and plug-in hybrids are even worse.
Judge finds Elon Musk, Tesla likely knew about potentially deadly Autopilot defect, allows lawsuit
A Florida judge said there is "reasonable evidence" that Tesla CEO Elon Musk knew about a defect in the automaker's autopilot system that makes the cars unsafe to drive.
Court rules Tesla can block factory workers from wearing union t-shirts
Tesla's policy prohibiting workers from wearing union t-shirts on the job was upheld by a federal appellate court which found the policy didn't violate U.S. labor law.
Government agency urges mandate of technology to reduce speeding in new cars
The National Transportation Safety Board has urged another government agency to mandate that new cars have intelligent speed assistance technology in them.
Stellantis offers buyouts to roughly half of US salaried employees
Stellantis is moving forward with a cost-cutting push as it prepares for the shift to electric vehicles and larger labor cost under the new tentative UAW contract.
Senate votes down Biden decision to waive 'Buy America' requirements for EV chargers
The Senate voted 50-48 to reject President Biden's decision to waive certain "Buy America" requirements for new electric vehicle chargers, which Biden has vowed to veto.
GM to halt production of Cruise driverless van
Detroit-based General Motors said it plans to temporarily halt production of its fully autonomous Cruise Origin van, days after the unit said it was pausing all driverless operations.
EVs create profit potholes for major US automakers GM, Ford
The electric vehicle push by Ford and General Motors cut into both companies' profit margins which has the automakers revising some of their EV plans to rein in costs.
AI streamlining security at public venues
Artificial intelligence is helping to streamline and improve security at sports venues, concert halls, schools and more through faster processing and less-intrusive screening.
Ford stock plunges 12% on news of wider EV losses
Ford shares tumbled Friday after the company withdrew its full-year forecast and reported greater losses than expected in its electric vehicle division.
Ford, GM, Mercedes come clean on EV demand weakness
Ford, General Motors and Mercedes-Benz all responded to concerns over waning demand for electric vehicles this week, as automakers navigate the EV push.
Battery maker warns demand could slow for EVs as GM-Honda partnership falls apart
Global market conditions are contributing to slowed demand for electric vehicles. Automakers, including GM and Honda, have responded by scrapping plans to produce affordable EVs.
California suspends Cruise's autonomous robotaxis
The California Dept. of Motor Vehicles announced the suspension of autonomous taxi manufacturer Cruise's deployment and testing permits amid an investigation.
Elon Musk shares Tesla's Cybertruck test
Tesla shared a new video of the highly anticipated Cybertruck as it rode one of the most challenging routes in the world ahead of the automaker's release of the vehicle expected sometime this year.
GM has at least 20M vehicles built with possible dangerous airbag part: report
GM reportedly has at least 20 million vehicles built with an airbag part that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says is potentially dangerous.


















