General Motors is developing large-scale sodium-ion battery technology for data centers and power grids, combining this with vehicle-to-grid (V2G) applications to transition into an energy solutions provider.
Kenji··2 min read
Ferrari's debut electric supercar 'Luce' has faced negative reception, with fans concerned it lacks the performance and soul of traditional Ferraris, highlighting the challenges of luxury brand electrification.
Kenji··2 min read
Ferrari's first electric vehicle, the 'Luce,' has faced heavy criticism for its minimalist design and lack of brand heritage, highlighting the struggles of performance brands transitioning to EV.
Kenji··2 min read
Waymo is dominating autonomous vehicle registrations in Texas, far outpacing Tesla, highlighting the operational advantage of dedicated robotaxi fleets under Texas's unified regulatory framework.
Jason··2 min read
Facing headwinds in the EV sector, US automakers like Ford and GM are shifting focus toward AI-optimized energy storage and grid services to find new, sustainable revenue streams.
Kenji··2 min read
Facing operational losses and EV market challenges, major US automakers are pivoting to energy storage, utilizing their battery expertise and AI software to enter the growing electricity management sector.
Kenji··2 min read
The Beijing Auto Show confirms China's leadership in EV and intelligent automotive technology. Simultaneously, the global AI landscape is fracturing along geopolitical lines, impacting future software standards and competition.
Kenji··2 min read
Auto China 2026 highlights Chinese manufacturers' lead in EV and AI smart cockpits. The automotive industry is pivoting toward data-driven operations, signaling the arrival of a golden decade for Vehicle-as-a-Service (VaaS).
Jasmine··2 min read
Tesla has issued its 11th recall for the Cybertruck due to wheel separation risks caused by improper grease and loose nuts, raising significant quality and product liability concerns.
Jasmine··2 min read
A wave of expiring EV leases is set to double the supply of used electric vehicles, helping to drive down prices and accelerate mainstream EV adoption.
Jasmine··2 min read
With a large number of lease agreements expiring, the supply of used electric vehicles is set to double between 2026 and 2027. This is expected to lower entry barriers and accelerate adoption, while posing challenges to charging infrastructure.
Jasmine··2 min read
The Netherlands has become the first European country to approve Tesla's supervised FSD, marking a significant advancement in autonomous driving regulation, though it highlights the ongoing challenges of cross-border regulatory harmonization.
Jason··1 min read
Volkswagen has ended production of the ID.4 electric SUV in the U.S. to focus on producing the gas-powered Atlas SUV, highlighting the challenges of widespread EV adoption.
Jasmine··1 min read
As fuel prices rise, consumers are seeking more cost-effective transportation options, leading to significant sales growth in the used EV market and positioning it as a key driver in the automotive industry's energy transition.
Jasmine··1 min read
Tesla's Texas factory headcount dropped by 22% in 2025 as the company deals with two straight years of declining sales and pivots toward Cybercab and robotics manufacturing.
Jasmine··2 min read
The SEC has officially dropped its four-year-old investigation into Faraday Future, providing the EV startup with significant regulatory relief and a clearer path to focus on production.
Jessy··2 min read
Honda is discontinuing three EV models in the US, and Lamborghini has pulled the plug on its luxury electric supercar plans, signaling a major cooling of the EV market. Both automakers are shifting focus back to hybrids or exploring synthetic fuels as they face slow consumer adoption and infrastructure challenges, marking a return to strategic pragmatism.
Jason··2 min read
Honda has announced its exit from the US EV market by discontinuing its current lineup, while BYD achieves a massive 12-minute fast-charging milestone using 800V architecture. This divergence highlights the growing gap between legacy OEMs and tech-forward giants. As fast-charging becomes the new benchmark for consumer adoption, companies lacking vertical integration in batteries and infrastructure face increasing marginalization.
Jason··3 min read
Honda and Lamborghini are retrenching from their EV ambitions citing market challenges, while China's BYD pushes forward with 12-minute ultra-fast charging technology. This shift signals a widening gap between legacy automakers and the new technical leaders in the electric era.
Jason··3 min read
The electric vehicle industry is reaching a tipping point as BYD achieves a 12-minute full charge using advanced 800V architecture and Silicon Carbide technology. This breakthrough, supported by academic research on high-voltage power electronics and thermal management, is moving EV convenience closer to that of gasoline vehicles. As Rivian and others join the high-speed fray, 2026 is becoming the year of ultra-fast charging.
Jason··2 min read
The EV industry is undergoing a massive correction: Honda has scrapped its US production plans due to heavy losses and regulatory shifts, while luxury players Lucid and Rivian are pivoting toward the midsize SUV market. Lucid is targeting sub-$50,000 pricing and robotaxis, but Rivian’s base R2 model faces delays until late 2027, highlighting the sector's ongoing struggle with cost and scale.
Jasmine··2 min read
Rivian has delayed the delivery of its $45,000 base R2 model until late 2027 due to pricing and cost challenges. Simultaneously, Honda canceled three US-made EV models amid financial losses, while Lucid announced a pivot toward a more profitable midsize SUV platform and a robotaxi concept.
Jasmine··2 min read
The 2027 Chevrolet Bolt was officially unveiled on March 9, 2026, marking a revival of the affordable EV nameplate with new LFP battery technology. As luxury brands like Lamborghini pull back on full-EV plans, the Bolt's return signals a major industry pivot toward mass-market affordability and practical electric mobility.
Jasmine··2 min read
Chevrolet has unveiled the 2027 Bolt EV, featuring a significant move to LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) battery technology for better cost and safety. Built on the Ultium platform, the new Bolt offers faster charging and aims to capture the sub-$30,000 market, competing with upcoming models like the Rivian R2.
Jason··2 min read