Weeks after Europe imposed additional tariffs on electric vehicles made in China, the country’s car companies were defiant at France’s leading auto event. Go to Source
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Tesla to Offer First Glimpse of Elon Musk’s ‘Robotaxi’
Elon Musk has said that the vehicle will add trillions to Tesla’s stock market value but some experts are skeptical that such cars will be ferrying passengers anytime soon. Go to Source
Can Your Electric Vehicle Catch Fire During a Hurricane?
E.V. batteries that are submerged in saltwater can catch fire after the floods subside, but experts say it’s a rarity. Go to Source
Volkswagen’s Woes Reflect a Stagnant German Economy
Germany’s largest automaker rode a wave of strong sales for years, but lagging demand and pressure from China are forcing it to consider layoffs. Go to Source
G.M. Reaches $1.5 Million Fine After Self-Driving Taxi Accident
The General Motors subsidiary reached a settlement with the main auto safety regulator after one of its self-driving taxis struck a pedestrian in San Francisco last year. Go to Source
Europe Raises Tariffs on China’s E.V.s, Confronting a Key Trade Partner
European Union officials say the duties are meant to protect the region’s automakers from what they say are unfair trade practices in China. Go to Source
G.M. Reaches $1.5 Million Fine After Self-Driving Taxi Accident
The General Motors subsidiary reached a settlement with the main auto safety regulator after one of its self-driving taxis struck a pedestrian in San Francisco last year. Go to Source
Why Stellantis, Owner of Chrysler, Jeep and Ram, Is Struggling
The automaker, created by a 2021 merger, is dealing with labor unrest, slumping sales and a revolt from its dealers. Go to Source
F1 Now Has Six Grands Prix Held at Night. Singapore Was the First.
Initially there were doubts about holding events in the evening, and on the streets of a city, but they faded quickly. Go to Source
G.M. Electric Vehicles Gain Access to Tesla Chargers
After a delay of several months, General Motors said owners of its battery-powered models would now be able to use Tesla charging stations with adapters. Go to Source