Why Buying an Electric Car Just Became More Complicated
The new climate, tax and health law signed by President Biden extends a credit for electric vehicle buyers. But there are new strings attached that kick in at different times.
Greening Your Home Will Be Cheaper, but Expect Growing Pains
Getting off fossil fuels can bring price stability and significant savings, but consumers may also face “greenflation.”
For Electric Vehicle Makers, Winners and Losers in Climate Bill
Carmakers may need several years to revamp their supply chains to meet new rules, but the legislation is still seen as a win for electric vehicles.
Ford Raises Prices of F-150 Lightning Electric Truck
Demand for electric vehicles has been far stronger than the supply of battery materials like lithium, nickel and cobalt.
Lucid Motors Slashes roduction forecast, blaming supply chain chaos.
The maker of luxury electric cars that hopes to challenge Tesla struggled to get parts and build vehicles in the second quarter.
Tesla will spend more to increase production at two new factories.
Tesla said it expected capital expenditures to be $6 billion to $8 billion in 2022, up from an April forecast of $5 billion to $7 billion.
Red Flags for Forced Labor Found in China’s Car Battery Supply Chain
Ties to potentially coercive labor practices could prove a problem for an industry that is heavily dependent on China, once a new law barring Xinjiang products goes into effect.
Biden Administration Begins $3 Billion Plan for Electric Car Batteries
The Biden administration is planning a major shift to electric vehicles, but experts say it requires a secure, resilient supply of critical minerals.
Tesla’s Profits Jumped in the First Quarter but Challenges Loom
The electric carmaker had to close an important factory in Shanghai because of China’s efforts to stamp out a coronavirus outbreak.
Tesla’s Sales Jumped in the First Quarter, Bucking Industry Trend Again
The electric carmaker maintained its momentum from last year even as larger automakers continue to struggle with parts shortages.