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DETROIT — The U.S. government’s most ambitious plan ever to slash planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions from passenger vehicles faces skepticism.

A panel in the House recently approved a bill that would block efforts meant to prevent the sale of internal combustion engines.

Nikola began production of the Tre hydrogen fuel cell electric truck July 31 at its Coolidge, Ariz., factory, the company said.

A gravity-defying rally in electric vehicle startup Nikola Corp. is showing no signs of stopping, as the company’s latest efforts to conserve cash and secure funds reignites a stock fervor.

Tesla reportedly is seeking nearly $100 million from the U.S. to build nine electric semi-truck charging stations along a route from the southern border of Texas to northern California.

Industry leaders have been working to give the basic piston engine an extended life usingÌýgreener fuels as they allow reduced cost of fuel while at the same time reducing greenhouse gases.

A Delaware judge permitted vehicle maker Karma Automotive to move forward with an upcoming trial in California against Lordstown Motors Corp. despite Lordstown's filing for bankruptcy.

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The thrust of airplane jet engines is now powering Teslas and other electric vehicles at Dallas Love Field.

Higher gasoline and diesel taxes hit the pumps in several states starting July 1, while new laws also took effect to raise revenue from the sale of alternative fuels.