Electric vehicle (EV) retail sales in April 2023, the first month of the new fiscal year 2024, have risen by 41% year on year to 109,283 units (April 2022: 77,493 units). This data, sourced from Vahan (as of 8.30 pm, April 30, 2023) makes April the seventh month in a row that overall EV sales… Continue reading EV sales rise 41% in April 2023 to over 109,000 units
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Michigan EV Scholars program gives college students $10,000 scholarships: What’s required
As the Motor City changes, so do opportunities for college students in Michigan interested in scholarship money to pursue the transition to electric vehicles from internal combustion engines. In recent days, a dozen students from Michigan State University’s College of Engineering have been named in the first round of Michigander EV Scholars program to receive… Continue reading Michigan EV Scholars program gives college students $10,000 scholarships: What’s required
New Toyota CEO pledges more GR sports cars
New Toyota boss Koji Sato has hinted that high-performance Gazoo Racing (GR) cars will continue to be launched under his leadership – suggesting that the momentum of development could even accelerate. Sato took on the role of president and CEO of Toyota Motor Corporation in January, replacing Akio Toyoda, the grandson of the founder of… Continue reading New Toyota CEO pledges more GR sports cars
Ram ‘Stadion’ electric pickup takes top prize in Stellantis Drive for Design contest
A 12th grader from Northville won the grand prize in Stellantis’ annual Drive for Design contest with his vision for a Ram Stadion, representing a “new segment of pickup trucks.” It’s not the first win for Rocco Morales. He also took first place in 2022 and second place in 2021, according to a news release.… Continue reading Ram ‘Stadion’ electric pickup takes top prize in Stellantis Drive for Design contest
Transition to EVs shakes up Jaguar, Land Rover luxury brands. What I think will happen
Say goodbye to the Land Rover brand, and get ready for a smaller, much more expensive model line from Jaguar. Those are the top-line takeaways from Jaguar Land Rover’s new strategy, as first reported by Automotive News. The storied Land Rover brand name will reportedly be relegated to a “trust mark” badge on tailgates —… Continue reading Transition to EVs shakes up Jaguar, Land Rover luxury brands. What I think will happen
Why GM is killing the Chevy Bolt — America’s cheapest EV — amid record sales
A Chevrolet Bolt EUV on display at the New York Auto Show, April 13, 2022. Scott Mlyn | CNBC DETROIT — After years of lackluster performance and a fire-provoked recall, the all-electric Chevrolet Bolt EV was finally gaining traction for General Motors. As America’s cheapest EV following significant price cuts, U.S. sales of the Chevy… Continue reading Why GM is killing the Chevy Bolt — America’s cheapest EV — amid record sales
GM looking at Palace site for $200 million EV supply plant
General Motors Co. is looking to invest $200 million at the former Palace of Auburn Hills property for an automotive supply facility to support electric vehicle production at a nearby assembly plant, according to documents from the city obtained by The Detroit News. The plant is expected to create 1,000 jobs on a three-shift operation,… Continue reading GM looking at Palace site for $200 million EV supply plant
The 10 highest-paid Detroit auto execs for 2022: One didn’t work for any of them last year
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Stellantis temporarily laying off hundreds of hourly workers from efficiency assessments
This content is only available to subscribers. Get unlimited digital access. $1 for the first 3 months. Subscribe Now Your subscription supports: Trusted, up-to-date local Detroit and Michigan-wide breaking news. Accurate, fact-based journalism without an agenda, so you get the information you need to make informed decisions. Complete coverage and commentary on Michigan politics from… Continue reading Stellantis temporarily laying off hundreds of hourly workers from efficiency assessments
Toyota GR86 set to go back on sale in UK
Extra Toyota GR86s could be available in the UK following a reshuffling of global allocations, Toyota Motor Europe president and CEO Matt Harrison has confirmed. Responding to an email sent by Toyota UK and seen by Autocar, in which it suggested that customers who had missed out on the first allocation could potentially now get a car,… Continue reading Toyota GR86 set to go back on sale in UK