Lucid signs US graphite supply deal for EV batteries

The agreement with Graphite One builds on a 2024 pact between the two companies and is expected to begin providing EV battery materials to the carmaker in 2028.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 6, 2025

White House extends exclusions for Section 301 China tariffs

Exemptions to the duties installed during previous administrations will remain until Aug. 31, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative announced last week.

By Philip Neuffer • June 5, 2025

Clarios plans $1B plant to shore up US critical mineral supply

The facility would recycle metalloid antimony to boost U.S. battery production.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 4, 2025

C-stores trail restaurants in EV charging sessions, report says

Convenience retailers’ monthly charging sessions rose 21% from September 2023 to December 2024, yet saw nearly 100 fewer charges per month than restaurants.

By Jessica Loder • June 3, 2025

Assisted by increasing affordability, global EV adoption continues to rise

An International Energy Agency report predicts EVs will make up more than a quarter of all cars sold this year.

By Kalena Thomhave • June 2, 2025

Consumers sustain interest in EVs but range anxiety still a concern

Vehicle shoppers remain worried about EV charging station availability but uncertainty about the cost of EVs has declined, according to J.D. Power.

By Larry Avila • June 2, 2025

Rivian secures $1B infusion from VW after meeting Q2 profit goal

Volkswagen Group’s investment will help the EV maker continue production, even as the company works to mitigate the impact of tariffs.

By Larry Avila • May 29, 2025

GM, LG Energy target commercializing manganese-rich batteries for EVs

The battery chemistry virtually eliminates Cobalt and uses less nickel, while still offering high energy density to improve electric vehicle range.

By Eric Walz • May 27, 2025

Hyundai’s updated Bluelink app simplifies EV charging

Drivers of some of the automaker’s newer electric vehicles can now locate and pay for public charging sessions with their smartphones.

By Kalena Thomhave • May 27, 2025

BP Pulse is bringing EV chargers to Waffle House

Chosen sites in the Southeast and the Sunbelt will get six electric vehicle charging bays, with the first locations coming online next year.

By Jessica Loder • May 27, 2025

BMW hits milestone of 7M BMWs built in the US

The automaker is investing $1.7 billion for EV production in the country. 

By Kalena Thomhave • May 22, 2025

Volvo may build a new plug-in hybrid in South Carolina

The automaker’s CEO says the current production of two models in South Carolina “will not be enough to fill the factory.”

By Larry Avila • May 21, 2025

Honda reducing EV investments by $21B, shifting focus to hybrids, ADAS tech

The automaker cited several factors for its decision, including slower than expected EV adoption, trade policies and relaxed environmental regulations in the U.S.

By Eric Walz • May 20, 2025

Waymo, Magna to jointly build robotaxis at new Arizona factory

The new facility will be capable of building “tens of thousands” of autonomous commercial ride-hailing vehicles a year once fully operational.

By Eric Walz • May 19, 2025

Kia joins Tesla’s Supercharger network after months-long delay

Recharging options for Kia EV owners grew by more than 80% through the partnership. 

By Kalena Thomhave • May 16, 2025

Hyundai, Posco Group partnership to strengthen US sourcing

The automaker secured the manufacturing conglomerate as an investor for its $5.8 billion Louisiana steel plant and an EV battery material resource.

By Larry Avila • May 15, 2025

Honda postpones $11B EV production investment in Canada

The automaker is delaying the plan by at least two years while seeking increased production in the U.S. for multiple models to avoid tariffs.

By Eric Walz • May 14, 2025

Ford’s chief EV, digital and design officer shares the automaker’s software vision

“In today’s automobiles, software is the single biggest lever in advancing a customer’s ownership experience,” said Doug Field in a blog post.

By Eric Walz • May 14, 2025

EV car sharing comes to Charlotte, North Carolina

The U.S. Department of Energy’s Affordable Mobility Platform helps fund electric vehicle car-sharing programs in 13 cities.

By Dan Zukowski • May 13, 2025

Volkswagen and Uber to test, deploy robotaxis

The companies plan to launch self-driving ID. Buzz service on the Uber app in 2026.

By Kalena Thomhave • May 12, 2025

Hyundai, Plus collaboration pairs self-driving tech with fuel cell trucks

The automaker and autonomous development firm say the partnership can be a scalable and cost-effective deployment solution for both technologies.

By Kalena Thomhave • May 8, 2025

Lucid leans into US manufacturing, Gravity launch amid market headwinds

The luxury EV manufacturer touts growth, tech licensing potential and domestic supply chain advantages in the wake of tariff turmoil.

By Nancy Dunham | WardsAuto • May 8, 2025

House committee proposes annual $250 fee for EVs

Annual registration fees for EVs and hybrids is part of the Transportation & Infrastructure Committee’s budget proposal to shore up the Highway Trust Fund.

By Dan Zukowski • May 7, 2025

Rivian investing $120M in Illinois to strengthen domestic supply chain

The company’s planned supplier park is meant to create an electric vehicle manufacturing ecosystem, officials said.

By Larry Avila • May 6, 2025

Ford lowers 2025 earnings outlook amid tariffs, BEV losses

While the automaker faces headwinds for the rest of 2025, the company says it is improving quality and lowering fixed costs.

By David Kiley | WardsAuto • May 6, 2025