Biden’s EV Plan Faces Jam From Cultural Divide
President Joe Biden wants electric vehicles to account for 50% of new car sales by 2030. But to meet that target he may have to sell the cars to a skeptical demographic: Donald Trump voters.
Renault, Nissan to Invest $26 Billion in Future EVs
The French-Japanese auto alliance of Renault and Nissan plans to invest $26 billion in electric vehicle technology over the next five years, the companies said Jan. 27.
Bentley Pours Billions Into Electric Car Overhaul
LONDON — Bentley Motors is pouring billions into upgrading manufacturing to accelerate its electric vehicle development plan, joining other auto brands shifting away from gasoline engines, the luxury automaker said Jan. 26.
January 26, 2022GM’s $6.5 Billion Electric Truck Blitz Wins Michigan Incentives
General Motors Co. plans to spend $6.5 billion on an electric pickup plant and battery factory in Michigan thanks in part to a $1.8 billion incentive package put together by the state to make sure the automaker didn’t take a big piece of its EV business elsewhere.
Electric Vehicle Push Unites Warring Oil, Corn Allies
Lawmakers who support the rival petroleum and ethanol industries have joined forces to oppose the Biden administration’s push to electrify the federal vehicle fleet, marking a rare moment of unity between oft-warring interests.
Subscription Service Delivers a Tesla to Californians in 10 Minutes
For California drivers who dream of cruising around in a Tesla but can’t afford one — or just have commitment issues — there’s a new option.
Automakers Realize They Need to Develop EV Charging Networks
Electric vehicle makers are beginning to recognize that charging is so critical to their mission of selling vehicles that they can’t afford not to get involved in building and operating charging networks.
Chinese EVs Find Niche Making Shorthaul Deliveries in Japan
Logistics companies in Japan, striving to cut costs and make the most out of the pandemic-inspired online shopping boom, are finding an unlikely white knight in Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers, whose vans make last-mile deliveries not only cheaper, but cleaner as well.
VTNA Slates Production on Enhanced VNR Electric for Q2
Volvo Trucks North America announced production of the enhanced Volvo VNR Electric model will begin in the second quarter.
January 14, 2022Ford Market Value Tops $100 Billion on Surging Electric Vehicles
Ford Motor Co.’s market value topped $100 billion as investors bet on the 118-year-old automaker’s prospects in the dawning electric age.