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    EV consumer tax credit, leasing loophole ‘most vulnerable,’ experts say

    The investment and production tax credits will likely remain safe as Republicans take power in Washington.

    By Jan. 17, 2025
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    How CIOs encourage tech adoption across generations

    Boomers and Gen Z face different challenges adopting workplace tools, but collaborative training can bridge the gap, CIOs say.

    By Suman Bhattacharyya • Jan. 16, 2025
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    US finalizes ban on connected vehicle tech from China, Russia

    The action impacts passenger vehicles starting with the 2027 model year, but leaves out trucks and buses.

    By Jan. 15, 2025
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    BMW announces battery recycling partnership with SK tes

    The partnership is set to expand to the US-Mexico-Canada region as early as 2026.

    By Jan. 15, 2025
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    GM using AI to find the best locations for EV chargers

    The automaker says uncertainty about how to find charging stations remains a hurdle to prospective customers.

    By Jan. 13, 2025
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    5 auto industry trends to watch in 2025

    Automakers are not likely to lose sight of their long-term electrification goals.

    By Jan. 10, 2025
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    Toyota shuffles its North American C-suite operations

    The new executive assignments are aimed at bolstering the automaker’s leadership in its software and electrification segments.

    By Jan. 10, 2025
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    Dover Fueling Solutions debuts EV charger

    The company’s Wayne PWR fast charger debuted last month at a Chevron site in Loganville, Georgia.

    By Jessica Loder • Jan. 10, 2025
  • Cyclum receives approval for first travel center

    The Tulare, California, site will offer EV charging and several other fuel types, including hydrogen and renewable diesel.

    By Jessica Loder • Jan. 8, 2025
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    Bosch nabs $225M in CHIPS funds

    The automotive supplier is expanding its first semiconductor plant in the country to produce chips for the EV industry.

    By Jan. 7, 2025
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    BMW shores up EV rare earth materials source

    The automaker’s private equity firm invested in mining startup Phoenix Tailings, which is building a New Hampshire plant expected to begin production in June.

    By Jan. 6, 2025
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    Toyota Motor North America lands $4.5M DOE grant

    The funding will go toward the development of an industry template for EV battery recycling.

    By Jan. 6, 2025
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    DHL Supply Chain deploys Volvo autonomous trucks in Texas

    The logistics company is using the technology along two routes in the state as it seeks to increase freight capacity. 

    By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 6, 2025
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    Ford extends free home EV charger promotion though March

    The automaker is extending the offer following record EV sales in 2024. 

    By Jan. 3, 2025
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    California approves $1.4B to deploy 17,000 EV chargers, hydrogen fueling infrastructure

    California has about 152,000 public and shared private chargers installed today, and it expects that number to reach 250,000 in the next few years.

    By Robert Walton • Dec. 19, 2024
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    Key tech details of Rivian and VW’s joint venture partnership

    Significant work has been done to ensure Rivian’s electrical architecture and software are compatible with Volkswagen vehicles.

    By Dec. 19, 2024
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    Stellantis, Zeta Energy ink deal to develop lithium-sulfur EV batteries

    Zeta Energy's lithium-sulfur batteries do not require critical raw materials, such as cobalt, nickel manganese or graphite.

    By Dec. 18, 2024
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    Volvo, Daimler ink deal to develop SDV platform

    The 50/50 joint venture will create a dedicated truck operating system and tools that vehicle manufacturers can use as a basis to make their own digital vehicle features.

    By Dec. 16, 2024
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    Cybersecurity’s ever important role in automotive development

    As modern vehicles become more connected, autonomous and generally more software-defined, the automotive industry faces new cybersecurity challenges.

    Dec. 16, 2024
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    EVs leap to almost 9% of US light duty vehicle sales in Q3: EIA

    Hybrid, plug-in hybrid and battery electric vehicles accounted for 21.2% of new vehicle sales in the quarter, EIA said.

    By Robert Walton • Dec. 13, 2024
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    Toyota invests $922M in Kentucky advanced paint factory

    The plant's production technologies aim to cut lead times, improve process accuracy and offer customers new color options.  

    By Dec. 12, 2024
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    Volkswagen, SAIC extend partnership to 2040

    The joint venture will focus on product, production and decarbonization initiatives, including an accelerated electrification strategy. 

    By Dec. 12, 2024
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    Amazon launches retail partnership with Hyundai in 48 US cities

    Customers can browse, order, finance and schedule pickup of a new vehicle through the e-commerce website.

    By Dec. 11, 2024
  • A person charges a blue Rivian R1S SUV outdoors with the sun shining at the company's Joshua Tree Charging Outpost in California
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    Rivian to open its charging network to all EV drivers

    The move follows Tesla’s decision to open its Superchargers to other automakers to improve public access and promote EV adoption.

    By Dec. 6, 2024
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    GM Energy partners with a Texas utility to provide free EV charging

    The program for Chevrolet electric vehicle owners will utilize renewable energy while offsetting charging costs.

    By Kalena Thomhave • Dec. 4, 2024