Ford is losing two of its most experienced leadership team members in Germany. The long-time leaders are leaving their roles as Ford continues restructuring its business overseas.
Ford downsizes leadership in Germany again
In June, Ford lost its top European executive, Martin Sander, who left to join Volkswagen. The position was eliminated as part of Ford’s plans to reduce headcount in the…
Honda's Prologue electric SUV is taking the US by storm
November 7, 2024
Honda’s first electric SUV, the Prologue, is already a top-selling EV in the US. With demand picking up, the Honda Prologue is shaping up to be a hit.
Honda Prologue EV sales are picking up in the US
The electric SUV was the fifth best-selling EV in the US, with sales…
Tzitzikostas: Backing E-Mobility and the 2035 ICE Car Ban
November 7, 2024
The next European commissioner for sustainable transport drew a hard line in a hearing this week: Apostolos Tzitzikostas backs e-mobility and has no intention of watering down the EU’s plan to ban new registrations for ICE cars in 2035. Problem is, it’s not clear how he…
California has reached a record of 22% market share for battery-electric vehicles (BEV) and over 40% if you account for PHEVs and HEVs. Tesla has been responsible for much of California’s EV leadership, but the automaker is now down in the important EV market.
Battery-electric vehicles are now hitting an all-time record of 22.2% market share in the state – more than twice the national BEV…
Could McLaren go all-electric? UAE fund agrees to purchase 100% of the auto business to accelerate its growth
November 5, 2024
An Abu Dhabi-based investment firm has entered a non-binding agreement to buy 100% of McLaren’s automotive business, including a stake in the McLaren Group. The purchase goal is to bring additional capital to McLaren to accelerate its growth in vehicle development…
Hyundai’s first three-row electric SUV is almost here. Ahead of its official debut in November, Hyundai released a new teaser of the larger IONIQ 9, giving us a sneak peek at the highly anticipated SUV.
The moment we’ve been waiting for is now right around the corner.
Tesla has launched its new Powerwall 3 expansion units that can slash installation times by roughly half. We reported on Tesla’s plan for this new unit back in April.
As we previously reported, the main difference between Powerwall 3 and its previous version is its power capacity. The energy capacity remains at 13.5 kWh, but the power capacity is now rated at 11.5 kW and Elon Musk claims it has…
Volkswagen to shut EV factory in Brussels
November 4, 2024
Just days after Volkswagen announced plans to shut down three factories in Germany—a first in the company’s history—the automaker has now confirmed the closure of its Audi plant in Brussels, where it produces the Audi Q8 E-Tron. This closure is scheduled for…
Here’s what to know about Europe’s new vote on Chinese tariffs
November 4, 2024
It’s official: The European Union is moving ahead with increased tariffs on Chinese-made EVs to as much as 45.3% – in an effort to save its auto industry from total demise. Question is, will it even matter to a powerhouse like BYD?
After more than a year of…
Ford just made it easier for F-150 Lightning and Mustang Mach-E drivers to charge with new EV routing features. Drivers can now see new routing info, including available Tesla Superchargers along their route for easy trip planning.
Ford launches EV routing for Google Maps
First announced at CES 2024, Ford is making it easier for EV drivers to find and charge up their vehicles. In December…
