A new report states that Austria-based contract manufacturer Magna Steyr is on the cusp of securing two new customers in XPeng Motors and GAC Motor Co. As a result of the reported deal, those Chinese automakers would have an avenue around additional tariffs on imports imposed by the EU, while Read more
The European Union Commission has reportedly opened a preliminary probe investigating whether China provided unfair subsidies to support Chinese EV automaker BYD in establishing a new production facility in Hungary. This news comes one day after China delayed a decision on BYD’s planned production facility in Mexico, demonstrating growing trade Read more
Honda and Acura have confirmed that their electric vehicle owners in North America will gain access to Tesla Superchargers in June. more…
The Honda Prologue and Acura ZDX will need a manufacturer-approved NACS to CCS charging adapter.
Tesla has recalled all Cybertrucks ever made and delivered in the US over a trim falling off the electric truck, which can be a dangerous hazard if it happens while driving. more…
The MG4 was one of the best-selling Chinese EVs in Europe last year.
Hyundai Motor Company is preparing for President Trump’s tariffs by investing billions in the United States, particularly in its new car factory in Georgia. “We are looking forward to officially opening Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) in Georgia (next week). Our localization strategy in the important U.S. market will Read more
An adhesive that’s “susceptible to environmental embrittlement” is responsible for body pieces coming unglued and flying off.
Battery safety is the foundation of electric vehicle reliability, and even the smallest defect can have massive consequences. Successive Chevy Bolt battery recalls, impacting over 140,000 vehicles and costing GM nearly $2 billion, underscore the urgent need for better inspection methods. Traditional quality control techniques can miss internal defects or Read more
The e-commerce giant is already selling new Hyundais online. The next step is to go into the used car market.