Laid-Off Battery Plant Workers Pin Blame on Ford, not Trump, for Lost Jobs
Ford Motor shut down a battery factory and laid off 1,600 workers after President Trump and Republicans gutted government support for electric vehicles.
Tesla Car Sales Dropped 9% in 2025, Falling Behind China’s BYD
As the largest maker of electric vehicles in the United States, Tesla suffered more than other carmakers from the elimination of federal incentives.
Before Electric Vehicles Became Political, There Was the Toyota Prius
The political polarization of battery-powered cars may have started when Toyota released its first hybrid model 25 years ago.
How the G.O.P. Bill Will Reshape America’s Energy Landscape
Here’s a rundown on the winners and losers in the legislation muscled through Congress.
A Bill That’s Big for Fossil Fuels, Not So Beautiful for Clean Energy
The Republican legislation muscled through Congress will reshape American’s energy landscape. Here’s a rundown on the winners and losers.
Tax Cuts Now, Benefit Cuts Later: The Timeline in the Republican Megabill
Republicans deferred some of their most painful spending cuts until after the midterm elections.
Senate Bill Offers Interest Deduction for Buyers of American-Made Cars
But the benefits of the deduction, estimated to cost $31 billion over four years, may be limited to a narrow slice of consumers, economists say.
Republicans Propose a New Way to Scrap Fuel Economy Rules: No Fines
For 50 years, automakers have had to increase the fuel efficiency of their vehicles or pay fines. The Republican megabill would set those penalties to $0.
Ford Will Keep Battery Factory Even if Republicans Ax Tax Break
Ford Motor said it would open a new plant in Michigan that could become ineligible for federal incentives under a policy bill championed by President Trump and passed by the House.
Senate Proposal Ends Tax Cuts for Clean Energy, Disappointing Climate Advocates
A Senate tax package softens some blows imposed on renewables by a House version of the bill. But it still terminates many credits for clean power.
La disputa entre Trump y Musk crea más problemas para Tesla
El fabricante de automóviles, que ya sufría un fuerte descenso de sus ventas y ganancias, ahora podría enfrentarse a la ira del presidente de EE. UU.
La disputa entre Trump y Musk crea más problemas para Tesla
El fabricante de automóviles, que ya sufría un fuerte descenso de sus ventas y ganancias, ahora podría enfrentarse a la ira del presidente de EE. UU.
The Trump-Elon Musk Feud Creates More Problems for Tesla
Already suffering from steep declines in sales and profit, the carmaker could now face the president’s wrath.
In Georgia, Republicans Vote to Kill Green Jobs but Face Little Fallout
In Cedartown, Ga., a solar recycling company’s plan to hire 1,200 people could be upended by Republicans in Congress.
Save Us, Senators, From a Very Expensive Mistake
Senate Republicans understand that energy abundance is essential for the economy, national security and the country’s well-being. Now they must act.
Republican Vote Against E.V. Mandate Was Also a Vote Against California
For decades, California has been able to adopt its own emissions regulations, effectively setting the bar for carmakers nationally. And for just as long, Republicans have resented the state’s outsize influence.
Electric Vehicles Died a Century Ago. Could That Happen Again?
Battery-operated vehicles were a mainstay more than a hundred years ago, but only a few still exist — one happens to be in Jay Leno’s garage.
Senate Republicans Kill California’s Ban on Gas-Powered Cars
In 50 years, California’s authority to set environmental rules that are tougher than national standards had never been challenged by Congress. Until now.
A Climate Law, You Say? Never Heard of It.
The Inflation Reduction Act was once hailed as the biggest climate law in U.S. history. But as supporters try to save it, they’ve stopped talking about the environment altogether.
Republican Bill to End E.V. Tax Credit Could Hurt G.M. and Ford
A House Republican bill introduced this week would do away with tax credits that had encouraged Americans to buy electric vehicles and automakers to invest in new factories.