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Get Your Supply Chains Out Of China (Report)
It’s the dog days of, um, fall? Whatever the case, everyone’s pressing onward toward the end of the year, despite the lull in the energy of our environment. Believe me, the switch to daylight savings time isn’t kind to anyone…
Google Maps Just Made EV Road Trips Far Less Stressful
A new Google Maps update will help you avoid crowded Tesla Supercharger stations. Tesla said more such electric vehicle-friendly updates are coming to navigation providers. The new update will help you save time and make road trips smoother. Google Maps…
The New Mercedes GLB EV Has More Screens Than Your Average Living Room
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLB electric crossover is nearing its debut on December 8. The second-generation EV will replace the outgoing EQB. Based on the same platform as the new CLA, the electric GLB offers three rows of seats and three…
More Americans Want EVs, Despite The End Of The Tax Credit
EV sales in the U.S. took a big hit last month, after the $7,500 federal tax credit was repealed. Dramatic as it may be, experts say the drop is only temporary, as more people are interested in new EVs, even…
Aptera Hit A Crucial Milestone In Making Its Solar-Powered Car
California-based Aptera has started building validation vehicles. This big step toward series production is enabled by a new assembly line. The startup is using a large-scale precision assembly fixture to build validation EVs with ready-made components shipped from suppliers. Aptera…
Volkswagen Has A China Problem. And It Can’t Fix It Alone
VW EV sales in China plunged 34% in the first half of 2025, so it's turning to local partners to help it develop more appealing China-specific models. The new VW ID. Unyx 08 is co-developed with Xpeng and shares its…
These Plug-In Hybrid EV Batteries Hold Up Best After 100,000 Miles
ADAC study of 28,500 PHEVs shows major brand differences in battery aging rates. Mercedes packs age slowly; Mitsubishi’s degrade faster, even at low mileage. It recommends always doing a battery health check before buying a used PHEV. Just like in…