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US Automakers Prioritize Gas-Guzzlers as EV Rivals Gain Ground

Experts warn Detroit's focus on V-8 engines and big trucks could leave them lagging behind Chinese EV makers.

Stellantis Reports $26.3 Billion Loss, Pivots Back to Combustion Engines

The parent company of Jeep, Ram, and Alfa Romeo struggles as the U.S. swerves away from EVs.

Government Subsidies Blamed for Decline of EV Industry

Auto industry experts warn that government intervention has stifled innovation and consumer demand for electric vehicles.

Ford's Hybrid Surge Boosts Profits as EV Transition Slows

Automaker's pivot toward more profitable hybrid models pays off amid slower-than-expected EV adoption.

Ford Pivots to Chinese Battery Tech for New $30,000 Electric Pickup

The automaker's new Universal Electric Vehicle platform targets a midsize BEV pickup at an affordable price point.

Lamborghini Abandons Plans for First EV Amid Industry Shift

CEO cites lack of customer demand for pure electric supercars as the reason for canceling the Lanzador EV project.

Ford Adopts Tesla's 48-Volt System for Next-Gen EVs to Cut Costs

The $5 billion investment aims to lower production costs and compete with Tesla and Chinese EV makers.

Tesla Struggles as EV Sales Plummet Globally

Automaker faces challenges in key markets like China and Europe amid industry-wide slowdown

GM Committed to Chevrolet Silverado EV Despite EPA Rollback

Automaker says it has no plans to discontinue electric pickup despite Trump-era policy changes.

Automakers Lose $50 Billion on EV Push

Carmakers struggle with lower-than-expected EV demand in the US market

Trump Terminates Obama-Era Emissions Rules, Citing Costs to Auto Industry

Former President Obama criticizes the move, saying it will make Americans "less safe, less healthy and less able to fight climate change".

Ford CEO Admits 'Customer Has Spoken' After EV Push Leads to Major Quarterly Loss

Automaker to refocus on hybrids and affordable EVs after $19.5B charge on electric vehicle assets.

Ford Anticipates $7 Billion in EV-Related Charges Over Two Years

Automaker predicts its dedicated EV division, Model E, will break even in 2029.

Toyota Taps New CEO Amid AI and Chinese Rivalry

Automaker's abrupt leadership change signals major investments to keep pace with tech disruption and global competition.

GM Hires Former Lucid Exec for Expanded Leadership Role

Claudia Gast joins Detroit automaker as deputy CFO and VP of strategy, corporate development, and technology partnerships.

Automakers Ditch Plug-in Hybrids as Sales Plummet

Plug-in hybrid models rapidly disappearing from US showrooms as demand wanes and prices rise.

GM CFO Outlines Tariff Costs, Margin Rebound, and EV Reset at Conference

Jacobson discusses GM's strategy to manage shifting policy, tariffs, and changing EV demand while emphasizing financial discipline.

Stellantis CEO Reaffirms Company Unity After $26 Billion Restructuring Charge

Automotive giant Stellantis takes major write-down, shifts focus to customer preferences over aggressive EV plans.

GM CFO Outlines Tariff Costs, Margin Rebound, and EV Reset at Conference

General Motors CFO Paul Jacobson discusses the automaker's strategy amid shifting policy, tariffs, and changing EV demand.

America EV Slowdown Threatens U.S. Auto Industry's Future

Automakers scale back EV plans as global adoption accelerates, raising concerns about U.S. competitiveness.