A new full-size off-road luxury electric SUV is poised to shake up the market. Mercedes-AMG just previewed its first standalone super electric SUV, which will take its first test drive this summer. more…
Plus, Rivian pooh-poohs full self-driving dreams and the “re-buttoning” is on the horizon.
What’s the Trump effect on the EV market? Depends: Newcomers like Rivian and Lucid are potentially at risk, while Tesla has the scale, profitability, and Trump connection to make it work, despite major shifts that are sure to come. Here’s the scoop on how a second Trump term may play Read more
Japan is quickly becoming a hub for eVTOL and air taxi technology. This morning, Archer Aviation announced it is the latest sustainable aviation developer to sign a deal in the region and implement aerial taxi transportation, beginning with Soracle Corporation’s purchase of up to 100 Midnight eVTOL aircraft. more…
Former and now incoming US President Donald Trump reportedly spells trouble for foreign automakers. The stock prices of automakers in China and Germany saw a steep decline after Trump’s win was announced. Shortly after President-elect Donald Trump’s win was called, European automakers’ saw a drop in sales. For instance, BMW Read more
Analysts have weighed in on the potential effects of U.S. president-elect Donald Trump’s second term on the United States auto sector. As per the analysts, Detroit automakers would actually benefit from a Trump presidency, especially if the president-elect steps back from the Biden administration’s pro-EV policies. Regardless of the Biden Read more
Xiaomi quickly boosted SU7 production to meet growing demand. The newly minted Chinese automaker is currently producing the SU7 electric vehicle in its own factory in Beijing. For October, Xiaomi reached 160% utilization in its Beijing plant, delivering more than 20,000 units. The automaker aims to boost its output even Read more
Kia America returns to SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association), showcasing EV concepts built for outdoor adventures. The SEMA 2024 Show is set in Las Vegas this year, and exhibitors are ready to showcase their best ideas and goods. Designers from Kia Design Center America (KDCA) exhibited the automaker’s ideas for Read more
SpaceX recently reported that 270,000 mobile phones connected to Starlink Direct-to-Cellular on the first day service was available in states impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. SpaceX recently replied to ISED (Innovation, Science, and Economic Development) Canada’s consultation inquiry. Canada is researching the potential benefits or drawbacks of supplemental mobile Read more
Suzuki Motor Corporation recently unveiled is first battery electric vehicle, the e Vitara, made for mass production. The Suzuki e Vitara was debuted in Milan, Italy, a fitting place foe the EV that will be sold in Europe first. The Japanese automaker plans to start producing the e Vitara at Read more