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Louisiana Bills Would Prevent State Gas-Powered Vehicle Ban
One bill is expected to be taken up soon by a House committee.
Federal Government Softens EV Mileage Rating Rule
The revised rule gives automakers a more manageable timeframe to achieve mileage requirements.
NTSB Investigating Fatal Crash Involving Ford Hands-Free Driving Technology
A Mustang Mach-E rear-ended another SUV that was stopped on a highway, killing the other SUV's driver.
Hertz Replaces CEO Amid EV Struggles
Stephen Scherr did not make the initial investment in EVs for the company's rental fleet, but he made the call to increase it.
BMW Targets Owners of Other EVs with $1,000 Incentive
The incentive can be combined with other discounts to greatly reduce the price of an i4, i5 or iX model.
Oklahoma Facility Offers ADAS Recalibration to Surrounding Area
ADAS Calibration Center in Edmond is a franchise of Car ADAS Solutions.
EV Prices to Undercut ICE Vehicles by 2027, Gartner Finds
The same manufacturing processes driving production savings could also cause a surge in costs to repair after a collision.
Rivian Introduces R2, R3 Models, Delays Construction at Georgia Plant
The R2 midsize SUV is expected to start at $45,000, and the R3 compact crossover below that.
U.S. House Holds Hearing on EV Fire Challenges
The discussion focused on the need for research and training for emergency responders to tackle EV fires.
EV Collision Claims Grew by 40% in 2023
Mitchell's "Plugged-In: EV Collision Insights" report looks at trends in repairing both EVs and ICE vehicles.
Volkswagen Faces Lawsuits Over Cargo Ship Fire
A fire on board the Felicity Ace in 2022 was allegedly caused by a battery in an electric Porsche, which is owned by Volkswagen AG.
White House to Probe 'Risks' of Chinese Cars with Connected Tech
The Biden administration is concerned vehicles could collect sensitive data about U.S. citizens and infrastructure to send back to China.
Schaeffler Invests $230M in Ohio Electric Mobility Plant
The new 130,000-square-foot facility will manufacture electric axles for light and medium-duty vehicles.
Car ADAS Solutions’ Calibration Tech Certification Program Recognized by I-CAR
The achievement will allow technicians and shops to apply training credits to I-CAR Platinum and Gold Class recognition.
Classic Collision to Use Mitchell Cloud Estimating at All Locations
The MSO’s nearly 300 facilities can now leverage Mitchell’s technology to support its delivery of proper, safe and efficient repairs.
Hyundai Announces Earlier Production Start Date at Georgia EV Plant
The new $7.6 billion plant will be Hyundai's first fully dedicated electric vehicle and battery manufacturing facility.
Apple Ends EV Project As Consumer Preferences Shift
The tech giant had been working on the concept for a decade, first as a fully self-driving car and later as one with limited autonomous features.
Public Charging Still Worst Part of Owning an EV
The J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Electric Vehicle Experience Ownership Study asked people about their first year of owning an EV.
Honda to Build First Plug-In Hydrogen EV for U.S. Market
The fuel cell for the 2025 Honda CR-V e:FCEV was co-developed with GM.
Ford Takes Top Spot in Annual Report on Automakers’ Supply Chains
The Lead the Charge Leaderboard evaluates 18 global companies on their efforts to eliminate emissions, environmental harms and human rights violations from their supply chains.
$23 Million in Federal Funds Awarded to Expand Michigan EV Infrastructure
The development of new EV charging stations will increase accessibility and reliability for Michiganders as they travel the state.
1.2 Million-Mile Tesla Model S on 14th Motor, 4th Battery Pack
It's the highest-mileage Tesla in existence.
Electric Ford Maverick, Bronco Postponed Until Next Decade: Report
A Ford spokesperson declined to comment on why the automaker is pushing back production on EV versions of the popular models.
California Grants $41M for Affordable EV Charging Expansion
The grant is part of the state's ChargeWise program, to expand charging services to residents to accelerate the clean power transition.
Nebraska Bill Threatens Tesla's Direct Sales Model
An amendment to add a simple definition to an existing law could close the service center Tesla just opened in Lincoln in December.
Car ADAS Solutions Adds Integrations & Support Manager
Nate Thomsen will help open new calibration centers and support licensees to ensure their success.
GM Super Cruise Network Expands to 750,000 Miles of Hands-Free Driving
GM's network now covers nearly six times more miles of roads than its nearest competitors.
Scout Motors Breaks Ground on $2B EV Plant in South Carolina
The plant is expected to begin producing Scout's all-electric trucks and SUVs in 2026.
$135M in EV Tax Credits Disbursed to Dealers Already in 2024
As of Jan. 1, EV buyers can transfer federal tax credits to dealerships at the point of sale, effectively reducing their purchase price.
Tesla Engineer Addresses Reports of Cybertrucks Already Rusting
Owners have shared photos of what look like countless specs of rust forming on various panels of their trucks.
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