For much of the climate-policy era, national self-interest and climate action could plausibly point in different directions. A country could let others spend more on emissions reductions while continuing to use familiar coal, oil and gas infrastructure at home. When the low-carbon alternatives were expensive, limited or immature, that could … [continued]
The US EV start up Slate Auto has opened for business in Chicago, in yet another indication that the war on EVs is fizzling out (screenshot courtesy of Slate Auto).
The US EV start up Slate Auto has opened for business in Chicago, in yet another indication that the war on EVs is fizzling out.
There’s been a lot of chatter in recent days, weeks, and months about the possibility that SpaceX and Tesla will merge. Elon Musk has been a fan of merging, swallowing, and mushing together his companies. This has happened especially as Musk companies have needed saving. Tesla saved SolarCity, a company … [continued]
What has Donald Trump done for the country in his second term in office? He has bombed Iran and started another long war in the Middle East, leading to high gas prices and a ton of gas price volatility. He has added a bunch of tariffs to imported goods, which … [continued]
In the third quarter of 2026 (3Q26), 23% of new light-duty vehicles sold in the United States were hybrid electric, battery electric, or plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, down slightly from 24% in 3Q25. Between 3Q25 and 3Q26, hybrid electric vehicles continued to gain market share, reaching 16% of light-duty vehicle … [continued]
Spring Hill, Tennessee is blazing a new trail in battery technology, as Ultium Cells LLC — a joint venture between General Motors and LG Energy Solution — just announced plans to produce lithium manganese rich (LMR) prismatic battery cells at its plant just outside Nashville. This is expected to make … [continued]
Shilpan Amin, GM Global Chief Procurement and Supply Chain Officer (left) and James Litinsky, MP Materials Founder, Chairman & CEO (right).
By Shilpan Amin, Global Chief Procurement and Supply Chain Officer, GM Long before electric vehicles became a familiar sight on American roads, General Motors engineers were developing technologies that help make today’s EVs possible. One example sits at the heart of a modern electric motor: the permanent magnet. In the … [continued]
37 kWh battery (net) offers a range of up to 324 km and is particularly suitable for city traffic and commuting Two output levels with 85 kW (116 PS) and 99 kW (135 PS) available, maximum speed of 160 km/h DC quick charging with 90 kW from 10 to 80 per cent possible … [continued]
I recently attended the launch of the XPENG G9L at the Paris Motor Show. This represents XPENG bringing their latest tech in a flagship-level vehicle to Europe. This is a vehicle built in Europe and adapted to European buyers that raises the bar for what customers can expect in this … [continued]
(But will it be enough?) The 2026 Paris Auto Show felt different this year. Despite some notable absences (BMW, MG, most Japanese OEMs…), it was bigger than in past editions. The bright, confident stands of Chinese automakers—from BYD to Geely to XPENG—signal a new era in Europe’s car market, one … [continued]
