NYC tackles EV charging challenges with curbside innovations. Startups and state funding drive charger advancements. Addressing grid integration and gas car blocking issues are key for wider EV adoption.
Slate EV aimed for ultra-affordable EVs using a minimalist approach. Loss of federal tax credits impacts pricing. Key features: modular design, add-on options, targeting competitive price despite challenges.
Ford introduces employee pricing & '0-0-0' campaign amid tariffs to boost sales. Success seen in Q2 2025 with Bronco & Ranger. Maverick price increases impact affordability.
A used car buyer discovers a hidden check engine light, a common scam where dealers conceal problems with tape or disabling the bulb to sell faulty vehicles. OBD2 scanner is recommended.
The Ioniq 9, with its 800-volt system, charges rapidly on 350kW chargers. However, charging speeds are slower on Tesla Superchargers due to voltage differences. 10-80% charge in under 24 minutes.
Viral video shows auto parts store disposing of seemingly fresh motor oil. Return policies, hazardous material regulations, and recycling practices are the reasons behind this disposal.
Tesla Model Y loses top spot to RAV4 amid rising car costs & Cybertruck struggles. EV competition intensifies with changing consumer habits. High monthly payments impact affordability.
Dacia is developing an electric Duster, previewed in December. It will likely use the CMF-BEV platform. The Duster EV's arrival follows the Sandero EV in 2027 and Spring replacement in 2026. All-wheel drive is crucial for its image.
Ford's CEO acknowledges China's lead in EVs and in-car tech (Xiaomi, Huawei, BYD). Ford learns from China to compete globally, aiming for affordable EVs. The U.S. auto industry faces a tough challenge.
