Toyota is accelerating its U.S. electrification strategy with a fresh $1 billion investment split between Kentucky and Indiana, signaling plans for a second domestically built electric vehicle beyond the upcoming three-row Highlander EV. The move…
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German Judges Say Courts Can’t Impose Stricter ICE Deadlines on Carmakers
Germany’s Federal Court of Justice (BGH) has ruled against climate lawsuits filed by environmental group Deutsche Umwelthilfe (DUH) targeting BMW and Mercedes-Benz, dismissing efforts to impose a court-mandated ban on the sale of new internal…
EV Home Charging Gets Pricier as Satisfaction Declines Across the U.S.
Electric vehicle owners in the United States are paying more to charge at home, and satisfaction levels are slipping as a result, according to JD Power’s 2026 U.S. Electric Vehicle Experience (EVX) Home Charging Study.…
GM Targets 2028 Launch as It Tests Level 3 Self-Driving on Public Roads
General Motors has initiated supervised public highway testing of its next-generation eyes-off autonomous driving system, marking a significant step forward in its renewed push toward consumer-facing autonomy. The trials are currently underway in California and…
Mercedes Expands Maybach Lineup With VLS Electric Van Focused on Rear-Seat Luxury
Mercedes-Benz is preparing to expand its high-end portfolio with a new ultra-luxury people mover, offering the first glimpse of what could become its most exclusive vehicle yet. The upcoming Mercedes-Maybach VLS, described as a “grand…
Ford Recalls 254,000+ Explorer and Lincoln SUVs Over ADAS and Rearview Camera Failure
The Ford Explorer is once again at the center of a major recall, joined by several Lincoln models including the Navigator, Nautilus, and Aviator. According to newly released information, a total of 254,640 vehicles are…
5 New Safety Laws in 2026 That Will Change How You Drive on the Highway
The roads are changing. If you’ve been driving for years and feel like you already know everything there is to know about highway safety, 2026 has a surprise waiting for you. Across the United States…
Toyota Might Be Working on a Plug-In Tacoma, Here’s How It Could Work
Toyota’s newest patent filings may provide an early look at how the automaker intends to solve one of the biggest engineering challenges facing plug-in pickup trucks: battery packaging. Plug-in pickup trucks are beginning to emerge…
Jaguar Canceled Four New Cars Before Committing to an All-Electric Future
Jaguar’s transition to an all-electric lineup may have come at a higher cost than previously known. According to former design chief Ian Callum, the British automaker had four next-generation models in development before abandoning them…
Tesla, SpaceX Reveal $25B ‘Terafab’ Chip Factory Plan in Austin
Tesla and SpaceX have announced plans to build a massive semiconductor manufacturing facility in Austin, Texas, called “Terafab.” Estimated to cost between $20 billion and $25 billion, the project would rank among the largest chip…
Cadillac to Eliminate Torque-Based Badging by 2027 as Brand Refocuses on Clarity and EV Growth
Cadillac has confirmed it will phase out its torque-based badge naming system beginning in 2027, bringing an end to a branding experiment that struggled to connect with consumers. The decision reflects a broader effort by…
Tesla Avoids 2.26 Million-Vehicle Recall as Federal Scrutiny Intensifies Over Full Self-Driving
Tesla has secured a regulatory reprieve in the United States after federal safety authorities declined to pursue a large-scale recall tied to its one-pedal driving feature. However, the decision arrives at a time when scrutiny…
All-Electric BMW i3 Pushes Limits With Ultra-Fast Charging and Long Range
The BMW 3 Series has long served as a benchmark for the brand, combining performance, precision, and everyday usability. That lineage now evolves with the introduction of the all-electric BMW i3, the second model built…
EV Owners in The United States Face Potential $250 Charge to Fund Highways
Following the removal of the $7,500 federal EV tax credit last year, a new proposal could further reshape the economics of electric vehicle ownership in the United States. The chair of the House Transportation and…
Nissan Turns Used EV Batteries Into Fast Charging Solution in Spain
Nissan Motor Corporation is continuing to develop its circular economy initiatives by supporting the rollout of an ultra-fast EV charging system powered by repurposed electric vehicle batteries at the Port of Vigo. The system, known…
Cybertruck Overpass Incident Adds to Tesla Autopilot Controversy
A Tesla Cybertruck owner in Houston, Texas has filed a $1 million lawsuit against the automaker after an incident she says placed both her and her infant child at serious risk. The fully electric pickup…
Japan’s New Import Rules Enable Nissan to Reintroduce US-Made Murano
There is limited commercial rationale for exporting US-produced Muranos back to Japan, but the move represents a relatively low-cost method of building goodwill with the United States. By Stewart Burnett Nissan has aligned itself with…
BMW iX3 Orders Surge Past 50,000 Since 2025 Debut
BMW’s new iX3 electric SUV is already off to a strong start. The company confirmed that more than 50,000 orders have been placed for the vehicle within the first six months of its launch, marking…
Infiniti QX65 Coupe SUV Debuts Soon as Brand Revamps Lineup
Infiniti has confirmed that its all-new QX65 will debut later this month, introducing a coupe-style luxury SUV designed to compete with models such as the BMW X6. The new vehicle will be officially revealed on…
Audi A2 Returns as a Modern Electric Crossover Hatch
Audi is preparing to introduce a new entry-level electric vehicle, reviving the A2 nameplate for the first time in more than two decades. The upcoming A2 e-tron will serve as the brand’s most affordable EV…
Tesla Roadster Timeline Shifts Again as Musk Teases New Reveal
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has once again suggested that the long-delayed next-generation Tesla Roadster could finally be revealed soon. According to Musk, the electric supercar may receive an official “reveal” as early as April 2026.…
Bentley Sticks With Electric Plans While Expanding Hybrid and Gas Models
Luxury automaker Bentley is standing firmly behind its electric vehicle strategy, even as several rivals slow down their EV plans or shift focus toward hybrid technology. The company has made it clear that its upcoming…
Volvo Drops EX30 From US Lineup, Leaving Gap in Its Affordable EV Offering
Volvo Cars has confirmed that it will discontinue US sales of the EX30 and EX30 Cross Country after the 2026 model year. Dealer orders for the vehicles will close on March 20, while production of…
Hyundai Faces $9.8M Judgment After Fraud Case Collapses Over Evidence
A used-car dealership in Pittsburgh has secured a major legal victory against Hyundai Motor America. After years of litigation involving recalled vehicles, a Pennsylvania judge has ordered the automaker to pay nearly $10 million. Knight…
Workhorse Fleet Logs 20 Million Electric Miles in Delivery Service
Workhorse Group’s growing fleet of electric delivery vehicles has reached a significant milestone. The company recently announced that its commercial EVs have collectively surpassed 20 million miles driven on electric power alone, marking a major…