US Electric Car News: Electric Camaro? Maybe. Electric Mustang? Never. ID.7? Not Now

Credit to Author: Steve Hanley| Date: Thu, 23 May 2024 02:17:30 +0000

The road to the electric car future has developed some twists and turns of late as automakers struggle to understand the current market.

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Plug-In Hybrid Models From GM Set To Debut … In 2027

Credit to Author: Steve Hanley| Date: Tue, 21 May 2024 02:45:21 +0000

GM says it will have plug-in hybrids ready three model years from now. The whole car market may have changed by then.

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Tesla’s 0.99% APR Financing For Tesla Model Y Stirring Up Consumer Demand (+ Chevy Equinox EV Potential & Hot Volvo EX30)

Credit to Author: Zachary Shahan| Date: Mon, 20 May 2024 18:38:19 +0000

I recently met with David Havasi at the new Tesla store and service center near us in order to chat about some hot EV news and then also do another Full Self Driving (Supervised) test drive. The video below is about three news items — 0.99% APR financing for the … [continued]

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GM Energy Has A Broad Vision Including Vehicles, Stationary Storage, Solar, & VPP

Credit to Author: Paul Fosse| Date: Sun, 19 May 2024 22:59:08 +0000

I just attended a GM Energy presentation that showcased vehicle-to-home (V2H) and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) capabilities, and plans for energy management services. Despite concerns about battery degradation, the company’s comprehensive approach to energy solutions aims to improve grid resiliency and reduce power outages. GM Energy, a new business unit of General … [continued]

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Chevrolet Is Releasing Silverado EV RST Soon, The First Legacy Electric Pickup Designed From Scratch To Be An EV

Credit to Author: Paul Fosse| Date: Thu, 16 May 2024 03:48:17 +0000

The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST is a significant advancement in electric pickups, offering a 450-mile range, 10.2kW onboard power, and innovative features like the Multi-Flex Midgate. It competes with other electric pickups like the Ford F-150 Lightning and the Rivian R1T, aiming to make a significant impact in the … [continued]

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Will The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV Be A Hit Or Another Disappointment?

Credit to Author: Paul Fosse| Date: Wed, 15 May 2024 15:27:58 +0000

The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV addresses several shortcomings of its predecessor, the Bolt, by offering competitive pricing, modern interior design, and improved safety features. It boasts a spacious interior and advanced charging capabilities. Despite these improvements, skepticism remains due to GM’s history of EV production. A Brief History Chevrolet has … [continued]

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Automakers Continue To Lobby For Global Heating, Against EVs

Credit to Author: Zachary Shahan| Date: Tue, 14 May 2024 21:11:20 +0000

We’ve turned a big corner when it comes to electrification of the auto industry. Just 5–10 years ago, automakers were largely laughing at electric cars, slow-walking the transition, and had modest electrification plans. That changed with the anticipation for and arrival of the Tesla Model 3, EU regulations requiring than … [continued]

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The General Motors 2023 Sustainability Report — Mixed Results, Several Disappointments

Credit to Author: Carolyn Fortuna| Date: Mon, 13 May 2024 16:05:38 +0000

General Motors has released its 2023 Sustainability Report, a sleek and glossy 84-page, feel-good publication that showcases the company’s commitment to work toward its carbon-neutral goals. The report highlights GM’s initiatives to accelerate electric vehicle (EV) adoption, forge strategic partnerships to enhance supply chain sustainability, and support the development of … [continued]

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Chevy Needs A Bolt Pickup To Compete When Tariffs End

Credit to Author: Jennifer Sensiba| Date: Mon, 13 May 2024 00:19:01 +0000

In another recent article, I argued that automakers had better not become complacent when it comes to tariffs against Chinese EVs. Why? Because there’s no way that lasts forever. Market forces can’t be held back indefinitely, and eventually either buyers will pressure the government to lower the tariffs or other … [continued]

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Domestic US Automakers Still Need To Prepare For Chinese Competition

Credit to Author: Jennifer Sensiba| Date: Sun, 12 May 2024 05:14:14 +0000

News recently broke that the Biden administration plans to jack import taxes up on Chinese EVs, raising them from the current 25% to 100%. This would double the price of Chinese EVs, which would also not be eligible for federal point-of-sale tax credits. This move is obviously meant to protect … [continued]

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