Tesla Sales Fall as Elon Musk Focuses on Self-Driving Cars
The company has devoted resources to autonomous driving rather than developing new models to attract car buyers.
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.
G.O.P. Bill Adds Surprise Tax That Could Cripple Wind and Solar Power
Wind and solar companies were already bracing for Congress to end federal subsidies. But the Senate bill goes even further and penalizes those industries.
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.
Tesla Begins Limited Robotaxi Service in Austin
The vehicles will have safety monitors and may not operate in bad weather, making them more restricted than the fully autonomous vehicles promised by Elon Musk.
Trump’s Iran Deadline, and TikTok’s Future in the U.S.
Plus, a fast-food gimmick turns 20.
Tesla’s Robotaxi, Long Promised by Elon Musk, Joins a Crowded Field
Mr. Musk says the driverless taxis could begin ferrying passengers on Sunday in Austin, Texas, where other companies already have similar cars on the road.
Trump’s Trade and Tax Policies Start to Stall U.S. Battery Boom
Battery companies are slowing construction or reconsidering big investments in the United States because of tariffs on China and the proposed rollback of tax credits.
Trump Blocks California E.V. Rules in Latest Move to Rein In the State
California leaders said the state intends to challenge the move in court, and to find new ways to move drivers toward electric vehicles.