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Volkswagen's unprecedented restructuring now totals 100,000 job cuts, with reports suggesting one of the automaker's legacy brands may be eliminated entirely.
Tesla's FSD Supervised v14.3.9 introduces active safety intervention, allowing the AI to override manual driving and execute collision-avoidance maneuvers autonomously.
The Alliance for Automotive Innovation is lobbying Congress to restrict competition, potentially slowing EV adoption and maintaining the status quo of higher-priced vehicles.
NHTSA has launched an investigation into Tesla's Cybercab certification on its Austin launch day, questioning how the company secured road-legal status without steering wheel, pedals, or mirrors.
A leading U.S. auto industry lobby is urging Congress to preemptively ban Chinese vehicle imports, citing unfair trade practices before significant market entry occurs.
Federal regulators have opened an investigation into Tesla's Cybercab autonomous taxi service within hours of its initial commercial deployment in Austin, Texas.
The Drive has launched a limited-time merchandise collaboration with Blipshift, offering automotive-themed apparel through a time-sensitive drop campaign.
Skoda's seven-seat Peaq EV covered 582 miles on a single charge, though the feat required hypermiling techniques and slower secondary-road driving rather than real-world conditions.
BYD's Racco kei-class EV has been test-driven in Japan, demonstrating a surprisingly roomy and well-engineered electric vehicle tailored for Japanese urban mobility.
Tesla's Cybercab completed a public passenger ride in Austin with no steering wheel or pedals, showcasing autonomous operation in real urban conditions.
Tesla's robotaxi fleet has reached one million unsupervised miles, more than doubling its deployment scale in just six weeks without safety drivers.
Tesla launches fleet interest form for Cybercab robotaxi networks, targeting commercial operators while individual FSD owners remain excluded from promised ride-hailing revenue opportunities.
Electric vehicles captured 30% of UK new car sales in August, making them the country's best-selling powertrain category for the first time.
A tornado that struck GM's Bowling Green factory damaged over 100 new Corvettes, leading to an unusual mass salvage operation immediately post-production.
Tesla has launched a web form gauging interest from potential operators willing to purchase and manage fleets of its upcoming autonomous Cybercab robotaxis.
Slate's electric pickup truck may begin limited customer deliveries by December 2026, though most preorder holders will wait longer for their vehicles.
IONNA is slashing fast-charging rates to $0.20/kWh across its network for Labor Day weekend, nearly halving typical costs for EV road-trippers.
Volkswagen plans to eliminate 100,000 jobs globally and may halt vehicle production at four German plants amid deepening restructuring challenges.
Kia's larger PV7 electric van has been photographed during road testing, revealing significant size gains over the recently launched PV5 commercial EV.
New study of 500,000 EVs reveals Tesla Model 3 and Model Y experience notable battery degradation near 100,000 miles, ranking near bottom for longevity.
Zoox launches the first fully autonomous ride-hailing service at Las Vegas's Harry Reid International Airport, marking a significant milestone in driverless mobility deployment.
Tesla prepares to launch the Cybercab, a steering-wheel-free two-seater robotaxi, marking a pivotal shift from personal vehicle sales to autonomous mobility services.
Cadillac engineers reveal the complex adaptations required to transform their factory Le Mans prototype into the customer-ready V-One hypercar concept.
REI's Labor Day sale offers 20% discounts on premium Yakima and Thule roof rack systems through September 7, addressing the growing accessory needs of outdoor enthusiasts.
Norwegian energy giant Equinor has activated its largest U.S. battery storage system, a 100 MW facility in South Texas serving the state's surging grid demands.
Austrian diagnostics firm AVILOO's 500,000-test study crowns Mercedes EQA, Hyundai IONIQ 5, and BMW i4 as top performers in battery health retention.
Battery electric vehicles dominated UK sales in August with a 30% market share, yet the government is reconsidering its 80%-by-2030 target despite strong momentum.
Spy shots reveal Lexus is developing an RX "Morizo" variant that transforms the conservative luxury crossover into a performance-oriented model with hot-hatch characteristics.
Xiaomi Auto has signed with eight major German dealer groups to launch electric vehicles across Europe in 2027, marking its first retail expansion beyond China.
Gran Turismo 7's free Spec IV update brings 12 new cars and two tracks as the racing sim demonstrates player-focused evolution ahead of its fifth anniversary.