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Europe’s electric car sales jump 49% as global EV sales grow
Europe’s electric car sales jumped 49% as global EV sales returned to growth in October 2026, reaching 2.09 million units worldwide.
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Tesla extends Cybertruck production to late summer 2027 amid fan backlash
Tesla will extend Cybertruck production through the end of summer 2027 after initially planning to wind it down in the spring, Elon Musk said.
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China Continues Its Trade Dominance
China's surging tech exports mask deepening domestic economic weakness as trade surplus hits new records.
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Tesla upfitter offers to keep Cybertruck alive
Tesla aftermarket specialist Unplugged Performance proposes taking over Cybertruck production as Musk signals winding down the line while extending output through summer 2027.
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The new BMW i3 just proved how efficient an EV can be after a nearly 3,700-mile road trip
BMW's new i3 sedan completes 3,700-mile European traverse with under three hours of total charging, positioning it against Tesla and Chinese EV rivals.
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Musk says Cybertruck isn’t dying from weak sales
Elon Musk pushes back on reports that Cybertruck sales are faltering, insisting the vehicle is not dying from weak demand.
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Lucid misses Wall Street’s earnings expectations, expands loan from Saudi Arabia fund
Lucid Group missed Wall Street's Q3 2026 earnings targets while securing a $1.75 billion loan increase from Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, boosting total liquidity to $3.75 billion.
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Ford Tested 36,000 Mustang Mach-E Batteries. Here’s How They Held Up After 100,000 Miles
Ford released a five-year battery health report for roughly 36,000 Mustang Mach-E electric SUVs, showing an average retention of 92% capacity.
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See how China finally slowed its ballooning emissions right down
China's carbon emissions fell 3.1% in Q3 2026, the steepest drop since the pandemic, driven by reduced fossil fuel use amid energy market disruptions from the Iran conflict.
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TechCrunch Mobility: The Cybertruck experiment is over
Elon Musk announces Tesla will refund Cybertruck deposits to many reservation holders as production winds down.
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Can the Transition to Clean Energy Survive the War in Iran?
The war in Iran has triggered global fossil fuel price shocks, accelerating worldwide electrification and renewable energy shifts.
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BYD's New Flagship Sedan Wants To Be China's Most Luxurious Car Yet
BYD unveiled the Yangwang Altior, a $312,000 ultra-luxury electric sedan in Abu Dhabi, positioning it as China's answer to the Rolls-Royce Phantom with features like floating capability and tank turns.
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The Most Expensive Ford Fathom Will Still Cost Under $40,000
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Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe first drive: Where tech and fun collide
The 2027 Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe arrives as a high-performance electric vehicle blending advanced charging tech with luxury driving dynamics.
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Oil Prices Sink as U.S. Midterms Raise Market Hopes for Middle East Solution
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Beyond screens: Mercedes-Benz’s new holographic heads-up display
Mercedes-Benz is advancing its vehicle interface and powertrain technology with the introduction of holographic displays and 800-volt power converters.
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Disneyland’s Autopia Ride Will Switch to Electric Vehicles
Disneyland is transitioning its historic Autopia attraction to electric vehicles to comply with upcoming California mandates.
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After 71 Years and a Lot of Exhaust, Disneyland’s Autopia Goes Electric
After seventy-one years of traditional exhaust, Disneyland is transitioning its classic Autopia attraction to electric power.
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Sodium-ion vs. lithium-ion: Tracking the battery race in 2026
Sodium-ion batteries are moving toward commercial reality as China implements tax exemptions to challenge lithium-ion dominance in the EV market.
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China EV sales in October: BYD 483,125, Geely 214,996, Leapmotor 106,127, Xpeng 50,237
October electric vehicle sales data highlights massive figures for BYD, Geely, Leapmotor, and Xpeng amidst growing overseas export strategies.
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Tesla China EV Rivals BYD, Xiaomi, XPeng Report Strong Sales As Year-End Push Begins
Chinese EV giants BYD, Xiaomi, and XPeng report strong sales growth amid a year-end push, though BYD faces conflicting profit and margin reports.
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New Census data reveal a homeowner-renter divide in America's electric-car transition
New Census data reveals a significant divide in electric vehicle adoption between homeowners and renters across the United States.
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Tested: 2027 BMW i3 50 xDrive Is in a Neue Klasse of Its Own
BMW debuts the 2027 3 Series and all-electric i3, marking a strategic shift toward the 'Neue Klasse' era of automotive design and performance.
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Rivian’s autonomy gamble faces its first real test
Rivian shares rally following third-quarter earnings beats, strong R2 demand, and an upcoming Uber funding injection.
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Rivian (RIVN) Q3 2026 earnings: revenue up 38%, R2 now its best-seller
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Rivian reports upbeat Q3 results, boosts full-year guidance as R2 sales ramp up
Rivian Automotive reports upbeat third-quarter financial results and raises full-year guidance as R2 sales ramp up.
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Rivian earnings preview: R2 ramp, cash burn in focus after record deliveries
Rivian beats third-quarter earnings estimates as the R2 SUV becomes its top-seller and full-year guidance gets a boost.
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Ford Motor is set to report earnings after the bell. Here's what Wall Street expects
Corporate earnings updates from major companies capture market attention as outlets detail financial results and forecasts.
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Ford Q3 earnings preview: Guidance boost in doubt due to F-150 supply snag, EV slump
Ford faces a critical Q3 earnings report as supply chain issues with the F-150 and a slump in EV demand threaten its financial guidance.
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China’s Electric Carmakers Are Running Out of Domestic Buyers | The 10-Point for Oct. 28
China's electric carmakers face shrinking domestic demand, prompting an urgent push to export vehicles abroad.
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Ford Fathom will be the cheapest American EV capable of powering a house
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Ford’s sub-$30K electric truck puts the home backup inverter right inside the vehicle
Ford introduces the Fathom, a sub-$30,000 electric truck designed to make bidirectional home backup power more affordable by integrating the inverter.
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The EV Tax Credit Could Come Back. Here's What Stands In The Way
Discussions surrounding the potential revival of Biden-era electric vehicle tax credits have sparked internal division among Democrats.
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Democrats face a big question on electric vehicles
Democrats confront a major question regarding electric vehicle policies ahead of the midterms, as analysts weigh potential shifts.
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First Look at Tesla's Roadster New User Interface[VIDEO]
Tesla generates new attention as early looks at the Roadster's user interface emerge amid discussions regarding the vehicle's flying capabilities.
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BYD’s Korea Expansion Challenges Hyundai Dominance on Home Turf
BYD's rapid expansion into South Korea shakes up the automotive market, challenging domestic dominance and sparking urgent policy debates.
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5 Cool Facts About The Ecto-1 Every Ghostbusters Fan Should Know
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I Drove The Electric BMW X5. It Makes The Gas Version A Tough Sell.
The arrival of the 2027 BMW iX5 electric SUV is challenging the market position of its internal combustion counterpart, the BMW X5 40 xDrive.
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Seattle Is Installing Hundreds Of Curbside EV Chargers
Seattle is installing hundreds of new curbside EV chargers, allowing residents to request stations near their homes.
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I Drove The Electric And Gas-Powered BMW X5. I Know Which One I'd Pick.
Comparative automotive coverage examines both electric and gas-powered iterations of the BMW X5.
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2027 BMW iX5 First Drive: You'll Love The Range, But Maybe Not The Look
Automotive publications have published first-drive reviews of the upcoming 2027 BMW iX5 and X5.
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Elon Musk says Tesla will sell 5 million cars by 2030
Tesla projects vehicle production will surge past 5 million units annually by 2030, driven heavily by demand for self-driving technology.
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Forget “Malaise 2.0,” GM says it’s still all-in on EVs and autonomy
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GM simulated 300,000 EV battery designs before building a single cell. Now comes the physical part
Recent reporting reveals that future electric vehicles from major automakers are following closely aligned developmental paths.
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General Motors Is About to Bet Big on a New Electric Platform
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Base Mercedes-AMG EV Gets Fake Six-Cylinder Noises. V8 Sounds Cost Extra
Mercedes-AMG unveils its first in-house electric SUV, featuring 1,153 horsepower and controversial sound options.
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Porsche Won't Build An Electric Supercar Because 'There Is No Demand'
Porsche reveals the Mission S mid-engined supercar while stating it will not build an electric supercar due to a lack of demand.
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ICE Vehicle Sales Crash 49%(!) While EV Share Jumps to 67%(!)
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Trouble: buyers would rather wait for Chinese EVs than buy Western ones
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Inside Porsche’s Revival Bid: Pricier Cars, Tougher Bonuses and Less Remote Work
Recent reporting highlights a gallery of Tesla Roadster photos published by Autoweek amid broader industry focus on vehicle revivals.
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Europe’s EV sales soar as North America drops 44%
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Trump cut EV tax credits. Here are the winners and losers a year later
One year after the elimination of electric vehicle tax credits, market analysts examine the distinct landscape of automotive winners and losers.
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New 805bhp Peugeot e-T16 concept reinvents '80s rally hero
Peugeot unveils a high-performance electric concept car reviving an iconic rally heritage.
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Volkswagen Vehicle Deliveries Fall on Continued China Weakness
Volkswagen Group vehicle deliveries fall as a deepening decline in China offsets rising European electric vehicle demand.
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The Peugeot E-T16 Concept Is An Electrified Group B Rally Homage
Peugeot’s new E‑T16 concept electrifies the iconic Group B rally legend with a 816‑hp tri‑motor, sparking buzz across specialist media.
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Canada Opened Its Border to 49,000 Cheap EVs at a 6.1% Tariff. Now Geely Is Coming Next Year, and Americans Can't Buy a Single One
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Jaguar reveals a $130,000 all-electric vehicle. Why?
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If You’re The Kind Of Person The Jaguar Type 01 Is Designed For, You Better Buy It
MotorTrend coverage reveals the striking 2027 Jaguar Type 01, a 1,016-horsepower electric GT that is capturing automotive attention.
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The BMW iX4 Is An Electric X4 With Over 400 Miles Of Range
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Huawei doubles down on smartphones as EV sales slow
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