architecture
Exclusive: Tesla plans to build new electric vehicles in mid-2025
Tesla has told suppliers it wants to start production of a new mass market electric vehicle codenamed “Redwood.”
Abu Dhabi
Unimpressed Verstappen not buying into Las Vegas hype
Red Bull’s Max Verstappen describes the hype around Formula One’s return to Las Vegas as 99% show, 1% sport.
affordability
Tesla joins GM, Ford in slowing EV factory ramp as demand fears spread
Tesla joined General Motors and Ford in being cautious about expanding electric vehicle production capacity.
Biden
Trump Urges UAW To Demand A ‘Total Repeal’ Of Biden’s Electric Vehicle Mandate
Former President Donald Trump released a statement encouraging the United Auto Workers to demand that President Joe Biden walk back his electric vehicle mandate in any strike.
236k
Nissan Recalls More Than 236,000 Cars Over Steering Issue
The car manufacturer Nissan announced they are recalling over 236,000 of their newer model cars because of steering control issues, according to a notice from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
automobiles
W. Va. leads charge against Biden Admin. new pollution standards
The West Virginia and Kentucky Attorneys General push back against the Biden Administration’s proposed pollution standards for cars and trucks
car tax
New York City congestion tax
New York lawmakers have received approval to move forward with congestion pricing plan, which will charge drivers who are driving in certain part of the city, with the aim of reducing congestion in Manhattan, improve air quality, and raise money for the city.
California
California asks for EPA approval to ban sales of gasoline vehicles
The State of California has taken a significant step towards reducing emissions and combating climate change by submitting a request to the Biden administration for approval of its plan to ban the sales of new gasoline cars in the state by 2035