The head of Lucid Group warned that President Donald Trump’s tariffs will drive up costs to build automobiles — even in the U.S.
July 14, 2025electric vehicle News Updates
Stay informed with the latest electric trucking updates from Transport Topics. This section features news and analysis on EV adoption in freight and commercial transportation, including advancements in battery technology, charging infrastructure and regulatory developments. Explore how electric trucks are reshaping fleet operations, sustainability goals and the future of the trucking industry.
GM, LG Energy Solutions to Make EV Batteries in Tennessee
General Motors and LG Energy Solution plan to add more battery production lines at their joint venture plant in Tennessee to make lower-cost cells starting in late 2027, the companies said.
July 14, 2025Electric Yard Tractors See Uptick in Fleet Adoption
Although proponents of electric terminal tractors say it’s just a matter of time before they’ll fill yards across the country, there are still some challenges ahead.
July 11, 2025Rivian-Backed Also Hits Unicorn Status With $200M Raise
A Rivian-backed startup developing small electric vehicles was valued at $1 billion in a new investment from Greenoaks Capital, according to people familiar with the matter.
July 8, 2025Ford Battery Plant Clears Hurdle With Tax Credit Win
A spokesperson said the Michigan facility is on schedule to open next year and will ultimately employ 1,700 workers as the company had projected when it downsized the project in late 2023.
July 8, 2025Lucid Sets Record 749-Mile Run Off Single Charge
An electric car by U.S. manufacturer Lucid has broken the record for the longest journey off a single charge, traveling 749 miles from St. Moritz to Munich.
July 8, 2025What Killing Tax Credits Means for the EV Market
The Trump administration’s plan to scrap federal incentives for EVs will be a major speed bump for battery-powered transportation in the U.S., but not a brick wall, according to forecasts.
July 3, 2025BYD Halts Plan to Build Mexico Car Plant Over Trump’s Trade War
Top Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD has shelved plans to build a major plant in Mexico over geopolitical tensions and uncertainty stemming from President Donald Trump’s trade policies.
July 2, 2025Rivian Limits EV Output to Avoid Excess of Outgoing Models
Rivian produced about half as many electric vehicles as Wall Street expected in the second quarter prior to the launch of 2026 model year vehicles later this month.
July 2, 2025Toyota Postpones EV Plans to Boost Gas-Fueled SUV Production
Toyota Motor is tapping the brakes on plans to build electric vehicles in the U.S. to free up manufacturing capacity for a popular gas-powered SUV.
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