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Fisker Enhances Service Operations in North America
The EV company is hiring managers, customer service associates and technicians, and expanding its network of collision repair shops.
AmpUp Gets $1.7 Million to Spearhead EV Charging in Connecticut
The grant was awarded by the state's Public Utility Regulatory Authority to explore creating an affordable electric grid.
USSM Secures $500M for Expansion of Green Tech in Missouri
USSM is developing a unique, environmentally responsible technology, pivotal in processing and recovering essential battery minerals.
Zipcar Unveils EV-Sharing Initiative in Select U.S. Cities
Zipcar now offers EVs to customers for short-term rentals in 10 cities.
Fisker Unveils New EV Center+ Near San Diego
The 32,000-square-foot former dealership in Vista, CA, offers a showroom, service and delivery center.
Car ADAS Solutions Announces First Licensee in Kansas: ADAS Smart
ADAS Smart operates out of a 6,000-square-foot facility in Merriam, a suburb of Kansas City.
Fixing ADAS Systems Makes Up Over a Third of Collision Repair Costs
Even minor damage to systems such as front radar or distance sensors can result in additional repair expenses of up to $1,540.
GM, Pilot Travel Centers, Evgo Launch Initial 17 Locations of Nationwide EV Charging Network
The partnership aims to create a thoughtful, practical and accessible charging experience, especially for long-distance EV travel.
Ford Pro, Xcel Energy to Deploy 30,000 EV Charging Ports for Fleets by 2030
The "30x30 initiative" will simplify the process for businesses to acquire EV charging support.
Snap-on Showcases John Bean Tru-Point, More Award-Winning TSS Products at SEMA
Total Shop Solutions brands offer a unique breadth of solutions, including wheel balancers, wheel aligners, diagnostics, brake lathes, automotive lifts and collision repair.
Repairify, Autel Set to Launch New Solutions for Collision Repairers
The two companies will enhance the value of their combined services for their users through planned releases in early 2024.
First Production Tesla Model S Donated to Petersen Auto Museum
Owner and early Tesla investor Steve Jurvetson also donated his Roadster and Model X to the museum.
Biden Administration Mulls Over EV Tax Credit Reprieve for Automakers
The IRA requires the batteries in EVs sold in the U.S. to be sourced domestically to qualify for consumer tax credits, but the supply chain isn't there yet.
Here’s Where You Can Watch the Tesla Cybertruck Delivery Event
Tesla will livestream the event, where it is expected to hand off between 10 and 30 units of the all-new electric pickup.
Toyota, Redwood Materials Agree to Battery Recycling, Materials Procurement
The agreement will extract material from batteries from vehicles at the end of their lives for use in manufacturing new batteries.
AirPro Approved for Ford Collision and Glass Certification Programs
AirPro's Ford Brand Specialists attended I-CAR’s Chicago training center for hands-on training requirements for the program.
Orbia's First LiPF6 Facility in North America Boosts EV Battery Production
Located in St. Gabriel, LA, the new facility will produce lithium hexafluorophosphate, vital electrolyte salt used in batteries.
New Jersey to Ban Fossil-Fueled Vehicle Sales by 2035
The new rules will apply to cars and medium and heavy-duty vehicles, requiring at least 5% sold by 2027 to be electric and 60% by 2035.
First Cybertruck Delivery Set for Nov. 30
The event is expected to be livestreamed from Gigafactory Texas. Written by Simon Alvarez, Teslarati Published Nov.
Hyundai, Kia EVs Charge Fastest, Tesla Barely Makes It into Top 10: Edmunds
Edmunds tested 43 battery-powered cars to find out which recharged the fastest in terms of miles per hour.
GM Absorbs BrightDrop Commercial EV Unit, CEO to Leave
The subsidiary has been wholly owned by GM since it was formed in 2021, but will now be integrated "even tighter" into the parent company.
Ford Cuts Dealer EV Requirements Again
The voluntary Model e EV Program has been opposed by most state dealer associations since it was unveiled in September 2022.
Ava, EV Realty to Build Oakland's Largest EV Charging Hub
The 33-stall charging station, to be located at Oakland City Center Garage, will boost the city's public fast charging capabilities by nearly 45%.
Hyundai IONIQ 5-Based Robotaxis to Deploy in U.S. in 2024
The cars are among the first to be certified as SAE Level 4 autonomous vehicles under the U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
North Carolina Dealership Licensed to Sell Mullen EVs
North Carolina Dealership Licensed to Sell Mullen EVs Production of the Class 1 and Class 3 vehicles has started at Mullen's facility in Mississippi, as has deliveries to the first customers.
EV Price, Technology Hurdles Deter Buyers
A recent survey revealed a a cooling of consumer sentiment towards EVs in the last two years. Written by Autobody News Staff Published Nov.
U.S. Invests $3.5 Billion in Domestic Battery Production
The next phase of investment outlined in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law aims to strengthen domestic battery manufacturing and supply chains.
2025 Ram 1500 Ramcharger Has 'Unlimited' Range, Requires No Public Charging
The truck can use its gasoline generator to make electricity for the battery, but its range is actually limited due to the fact the gas will run out.
Canoo Delivers Its First Made-in-Oklahoma EVs to State Government
The company's Lifestyle Deliver Vehicles were delivered to the Office of Management and Enterprise Services.
NTSB Calls for Speed Control Tech in New Cars After Fatal Crash
The board's investigation into the crash in Las Vegas in January 2022, which killed nine people, found speeding and driver impairment were the main factors.
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