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NHTSA opens safety probe for up to 2.4M Tesla vehicles
One of the incidents under investigation is a fatal collision with a pedestrian while the Full Self-Driving feature was active.
By Eric Walz • Oct. 22, 2024 -
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The auto industry’s cybersecurity challenges are mounting, experts say
Regulators could soon impose more cybersecurity requirements on OEMs and their suppliers.
By Michael Brady • Oct. 18, 2024 -
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Hyundai, Kia and Samsung form software-defined vehicle alliance
The three companies plan to develop technology that links vehicles and smartphones using Samsung’s global “SmartThings” platform.
By Eric Walz • Oct. 17, 2024 -
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Wolfspeed to secure $750M CHIPS funding for North Carolina, New York
The company's semiconductors are used in EVs, plug-in hybrids, artificial intelligence applications and more, the government noted.
By Joelle Anselmo • Oct. 15, 2024 -
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GM Energy launches ‘PowerBank’ home energy storage unit for EVs
Customers can pair two stationary batteries for up to 35.4 kilowatt hours of energy storage, enough to power an average U.S. home for up to 20 hours.
By Eric Walz • Oct. 15, 2024 -
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Tesla unveils Cybercab, Robovan and … dancing robots
“The future should look like the future,” CEO Elon Musk said during the automaker’s “We, Robot” event on Thursday.
By Haley Cawthon • Oct. 14, 2024 -
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Uber rolls out climate-focused features, updates to drive sustainability progress
The ride-share giant’s expanded green product suite will allow users to hail more electric vehicles and track the amount of emissions they avoid by choosing sustainable transport options.
By Zoya Mirza • Oct. 11, 2024 -
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How Stellantis experiments with AI on the factory floor
In recent months, the automaker has rolled out robot guidance and automated wheel technology to boost plant processes' efficiency and accuracy.
By Kate Magill • Oct. 10, 2024 -
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LG Energy Solution aims to double revenue, reduce reliance on EV segment
The plans include advancing next-generation battery technology and establishing an energy storage software and services business.
By Eric Walz • Oct. 9, 2024 -
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Toyota to invest $500M in Joby Aviation
The automaker's investment will create a manufacturing alliance for the electric air taxi startup's first phase of commercialization.
By Haley Cawthon • Oct. 4, 2024 -
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Battery startup Northvolt to lay off workers, scale back expansion plans
More than 200 employees were affected by the decision to close the company's R&D facility in San Leandro, California.
By Kalena Thomhave • Oct. 3, 2024 -
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Hyundai, Kia launch advanced battery technology project
To better compete in the EV market, the automakers plan to jointly develop lithium iron phosphate battery cathode material manufacturing technology in South Korea.
By Haley Cawthon • Oct. 1, 2024 -
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Top automotive industry conferences in 2025
Several trade shows will focus on the hot topics of recent years, including EVs, battery tech, hybrid powertrains and software-defined vehicles.
By Eric Walz • Oct. 1, 2024 -
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Volkswagen integrates Google’s generative AI to enhance app experience
Through a Google collaboration, car owners will be able to search their owners’ manuals by posing questions like “How do I change a tire?”
By Aaron Baar • Sept. 30, 2024 -
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Ford recalls nearly 145K Mavericks for rear camera display failures
The recall covers certain 2022-2024 Maverick pickups equipped with Ford’s Connected Touch Radio.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 26, 2024 -
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Kia will offer NACS adapters for its EVs in early 2025
The automaker says the adapter will “vastly expand charger availability” for U.S. electric vehicle customers.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 25, 2024 -
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Customer satisfaction with public EV charging is improving: JD Power
Electric vehicle owners are particularly satisfied with the speed of public fast chargers.
By Kalena Thomhave • Sept. 25, 2024 -
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Generative AI raises security concerns among IT leaders
Executives worry their organization lacks the ability to protect applications and workloads, according to a Flexential survey.
By Lindsey Wilkinson • Sept. 24, 2024 -
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US seeks to limit China, Russia’s role in connected vehicle supply chains
The Department of Commerce's proposed new rule would require vehicles used in the U.S. to exclude suppliers with links to those countries.
By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 23, 2024 -
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GM releases NACS adapter for access to Tesla Superchargers
The device is now available to customers in the U.S., followed by Canada later this year.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 23, 2024 -
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Car owners appreciate some new tech, but not all: JD Power
Features like smart climate control are welcome additions, but others fail to solve a problem, per a survey of nearly 82,000 new vehicle owners.
By Kalena Thomhave • Sept. 20, 2024 -
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Battery sector gets $3B from Biden administration
The funding will go towards new battery manufacturing facilities, as well as critical mineral processing plants and recycling sites.
By Sara Samora • Sept. 20, 2024 -
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AV developer Nuro plans to license its tech to automotive OEMs
The company had been working on autonomous driving technology for last-mile delivery vehicles, which are not designed to carry passengers.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 19, 2024 -
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Factorial, Mercedes-Benz develop range-boosting EV battery
The solid-state battery can add up to 600 miles to electric vehicles’ range, 80% more than current lithium-ion batteries, per the companies.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 18, 2024 -
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Uber plans to offer autonomous Waymo rides in Atlanta, Austin
The number of self-driving vehicles on the ride-hailing platform will eventually grow into the hundreds.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 17, 2024
