Ford earned $17.9 billion in 2021, bolstered by a large gain on its Rivian stake.
Quick spin: 2022 Ford E-Transit van makes all-electric fit for the upfit
Even as companies see an electric shift of their van fleets as a net positive, they face a tricky coexistence: making the most of them alongside the gas and diesel vans that keep trucking. That’s one of the challenges Ford wants to tackle for small business owners and fleet managers, with its buildout of Ford Pro services alongside the new... Jaguar will get its own “absolutely bespoke” EV platform called Panthera, CEO reveals
Jaguar will get its own EV platform under Jaguar Land Rover's Reimagine electrification plan, JLR CEO Thierry Bolloré said in an interview with Autocar published Tuesday. Called Panthera, the new platform will be "absolutely bespoke," Bolloré said. Designers and engineers are aiming to give Jaguar EVs distinct proportions to set them... GM aims for 400,000 EVs through 2023, confirms Silverado EV at more than 110,000 reservations
General Motors plans to deliver 400,000 EVs through 2023, CEO Mary Barra said during a financial call detailing the automaker's 2021 financial results. That total will be made up of several new models scheduled to ramp up production over the next year, as well as continued production of the Chevrolet Bolt EV and Bolt EUV. Production of those... The Post Office Is Buying Gas-Powered Trucks, Despite Biden Climate Order
The president wants an all-electric federal fleet, but the postmaster general is spending billions on gas-powered vehicles. That’s prompted a call for his resignation.
F-150 Lightning home backup, Rivian drive modes, Tesla rolling stops: Today’s Car News
Rivian outlines the many drive modes of its R1T electric pickup. Tesla “recalls” many of its cars over a mode allowing rolling stops. And Ford outlines how its F-150 Lightning can be the backup for home energy. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The Ford F-150 Lightning is able to pitch in with backup home power, and act as an... Rivian shows off R1T on- and off-road ability set with drive-mode differences
Rivian on Monday released a video showing off its R1T electric pickup truck's abilities both on-road and off-road, as well as detailing the truck's drive modes. The R1T includes eight modes—four for on-road driving and four for off-roading—that change the ride height, suspension stiffness, accelerator pedal response, and the behavior... Tesla vehicles recalled for rolling past stop signs
Tesla is recalling 53,822 electric cars to remove software that allows cars to roll through stop signs, violating most state laws and increasing the potential for crashes. The recall includes Model S, Model X, Model 3, and Model Y vehicles from model years 2017 to 2022 that received firmware release 2020.40.4.10 or newer and have the beta version... Ford F-150 Lightning will team with home solar, bypass brownouts: Here’s how
The upcoming 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning will likely be the first electric truck—and the first U.S.-market electric vehicle—delivered with the ability to pinch-hit for the electrical grid during an electrical outage. How? The Lightning will be one of the first few models enabled for bidirectional charging, permitting it in the near... Why Are Oil Prices So High and Will They Stay That Way?
Geopolitical tensions and a growing disparity between supply and demand have driven up prices. Here is what that means and what could happen next.
GM’s Profit Jumped in 2021 Despite Global Chip Shortage
The company made $10 billion in profit for 2021, a 55 percent increase from 2020.
Tesla Recalls Cars With Full Self-Driving to Prevent Rolling Stops
Tesla told the federal regulator that rolling stops were allowed only at intersections when no cars, pedestrians or bicyclists were detected but agreed to disable the feature.
Fast-charging user experience, Lightyear range claims, Lotus electric sports cars: Today’s Car News
Lightyear claims some impressive efficiency at speeds that are illegal in most U.S. states. Lotus looks at its future electric sports cars. And EV fast-charging networks are rated. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. An annual assessment of user experience for U.S. EV fast-charging networks put Electrify America on top—although the... Lightyear shows importance of aero: 250-mile range at 80+ mph, with just 60 kwh?
The Lightyear One solar-assisted electric car will achieve impressive range without a massive battery pack, its maker claims. In a recent video showing high-speed testing of the One's bespoke Bridgestone tires, Lightyear said the car achieved energy consumption "as low as" 141 watt-hours per kilometer at 130 kph (81 mph). That's equivalent to more... Lightyear shows importance of aero: 250-mile range at 85+ mph, with just 60 kwh?
The Lightyear One solar-assisted electric car will achieve impressive range without a massive battery pack, its maker claims. In a recent video showing high-speed testing of the One's bespoke Bridgestone tires, Lightyear said the car achieved energy consumption "as low as" 141 watt-hours per kilometer at 130 kph (86 mph). That's equivalent to more... Electrify America tops other EV charging networks in study of user experience
Electrify America topped all EV charging networks in user experience in a recent study by the Accenture-owned engineering services firm Umlaut. The study, released in conjunction with Charged EVs, looked at the entire user experience for the largest DC fast-charging networks in the United States, including app/website usability, charging... Lotus teases electric sports car due in 2026, new “battery cell package”
Lotus Cars and the battery supplier Britishvolt on Friday announced they’re planning to co-develop “a new battery cell package” that will power future electric Lotus sports cars. The new battery package—unclear from the explanation whether it refers to a cell-to-pack strategy or something else—is going to prioritize... EV6 first drive, Taycan coast-to-coast, Georgia Rivian sales, CVRP changes: Today’s Car News
Rivian is running into a roadblock in Georgia. California is narrowing one of its EV incentives. A Taycan crosses the U.S. with 2.5 hours of charging. And we take a drive in the Kia EV6 electric car. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The 2022 Kia EV6 essentially hits reset for the Kia brand, as it embarks on a new vision around... California lowering MSRP and income caps for claiming $2,000 for EVs, $1,500 for PHEVs
California is lowering the MSRP and income caps for its Clean Vehicle Rebate Project (CVRP), which provides rebates of up to $2,000 for EVs and $1,500 for plug-in hybrids. Starting February 24, new rules will lower the income cap for single filers from $150,000 to $135,000, according to the program's website. The cap for head-of-household filers... Rivian can’t directly sell electric trucks it builds in Georgia without franchise-law overhaul
Rivian plans to build electric trucks in Georgia, but it won't be able to sell them there unless the state's franchise laws are changed. Current laws prohibit automakers from selling cars directly to customers, but senators have filed legislation to change that, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported Friday. Senate Bill 398 would permit direct...