Clean Technica: Competitors Pull Ahead on Tesla’s Technology Tangents at CES004322

Support CleanTechnica’s work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. Walking the floor of CES, it is easy to become distracted. Although there was a lot of clean technology, there were also a lot of other cool technologies that were not very relevant. Even though I was on my feet from before the exhibit doors… Continue reading Clean Technica: Competitors Pull Ahead on Tesla’s Technology Tangents at CES004322

Leadshine Achieves Great Success at CES 2026, Entering US and European Robotics Supply Chain

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — From January 6th to 9th, 2026, Leadshine made its debut at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES 2026) in Las Vegas. As a “full-stack solution provider for humanoid robot core components,” Leadshine captured worldwide attention in the North Hall’s humanoid robot core exhibition area, showcasing its comprehensive family of core… Continue reading Leadshine Achieves Great Success at CES 2026, Entering US and European Robotics Supply Chain

Ford F150 Lightning outsold Tesla Cybertruck and was then canceled for not selling enough

The Tesla Cybertruck program is in shambles. The latest data indicate production is running at roughly 10% of its planned capacity. Meanwhile, the Ford F150 Lightning outsold the Tesla Cybertruck in 2025 and was then canceled for not selling enough. Is this what is coming for the Cybertruck? Tesla is actively trying to hide its… Continue reading Ford F150 Lightning outsold Tesla Cybertruck and was then canceled for not selling enough

Tesla gives stock option package worth over $200 million to rare non-Elon ‘critical exec’

Tesla has granted Tom Zhu, its Senior Vice President of Automotive and one of the most critical executives at the company, a massive new stock option package covering over $226 million worth of shares. According to a new SEC filing released yesterday, Zhu received 520,021 stock options with a strike price of $435.80. The grant… Continue reading Tesla gives stock option package worth over $200 million to rare non-Elon ‘critical exec’

Stream Realty Partners Announces Sale of Three-Building Empire West Portfolio in Houston’s West Submarket

Over 1 Million Square Feet of Class A Industrial Space Sold to NorthPoint Development HOUSTON, Jan. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Stream Realty Partners, a national commercial real estate firm offering an integrated platform of services, announces the sale of Empire West Buildings 1, 3, and 8, totaling 1,038,619  square feet, as well as a 16.6-acre outdoor… Continue reading Stream Realty Partners Announces Sale of Three-Building Empire West Portfolio in Houston’s West Submarket

China to Cut VAT Rebates on Lithium Batteries: Who Wins & Who Loses?

Beijing has announced plans to roll back export VAT rebates on lithium-ion batteries and key battery materials. The VAT export rebates will drop to 6% from 9% in April 2026 and eventually be eliminated entirely by Jan. 1, 2027. The announcement has already lifted lithium prices as markets anticipate what comes next. Lithium carbonate prices… Continue reading China to Cut VAT Rebates on Lithium Batteries: Who Wins & Who Loses?

China to Cut VAT Rebates on Lithium Batteries: Who Wins & Who Loses?

Beijing has announced plans to roll back export VAT rebates on lithium-ion batteries and key battery materials. The VAT export rebates will drop to 6% from 9% in April 2026 and eventually be eliminated entirely by Jan. 1, 2027. The announcement has already lifted lithium prices as markets anticipate what comes next. Lithium carbonate prices… Continue reading China to Cut VAT Rebates on Lithium Batteries: Who Wins & Who Loses?

BYD and Xpeng Stocks Jump on Potential EU Policy Shift

This article first appeared on GuruFocus. BYD Company Limited (BYDDF) stock climbed after the European Commission said it may replace steep import tariffs with a minimum price system for electric vehicles. Investors see the proposal as a potential margin boost for Chinese automakers selling into Europe. Shares of BYD jumped as much as 4.8% in… Continue reading BYD and Xpeng Stocks Jump on Potential EU Policy Shift

U.S. Patent Applications Decrease Dramatically One Year After Reaching Record High, Falling 9%; 2025 U.S. Patent Grants Also Down

2025 Rankings Highlight Strong Focus on Sustainability in R&D: Half of the Patent Areas on the Top 10 Fastest Growing Technologies Relate to Batteries. Recovering Usable Material from Waste Also Figures Prominently, According to Annual Patent Study by IFI CLAIMS NEW HAVEN, Conn., Jan. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — After seven years of growth, U.S. patent… Continue reading U.S. Patent Applications Decrease Dramatically One Year After Reaching Record High, Falling 9%; 2025 U.S. Patent Grants Also Down

@niche: Top Electric & Autonomous Driving Stocks to Invest in Now004224

An updated edition of the Nov. 17, 2025, article. The auto industry is undergoing a transformation. Electric vehicles (EVs) and self-driving or autonomous vehicles (AVs) are reshaping the future of mobility. Advances in battery technology and a growing charging network are making EVs more practical and affordable for everyday use. For years, Tesla TSLA led… Continue reading @niche: Top Electric & Autonomous Driving Stocks to Invest in Now004224