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April 9, 2026
Volkswagen ends ID.4 production in Tennessee to build Atlas SUV
Yet another automaker cancels an EV for gasoline SUVs in America.
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April 9, 2026
First, Tesla canceled the Model 2—now it's working on a new small EV
After the pivot to humanoid robots and AI, does Tesla want to be a car company again?
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April 8, 2026
No F-150 in France? US automakers complain the EU blocks big trucks.
European buyers aren't interested in full-size trucks; US car industry doesn't care.
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April 7, 2026
The Rivian R2 will launch with 335 miles of range
The test document also shows the effect on range of fitting all-terrain tires.
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April 3, 2026
EV adoption in America: Who's winning, who's losing?
Some OEMs saw double-digit growth in Q1, others saw double-digit declines.
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April 2, 2026
This Ford is the quickest production car at the Nürburgring, ever
Only three race cars have ever gone quicker around this famous track.
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April 2, 2026
Tesla sales grew by 6% in Q1, but company has an overproduction problem
Between January and March, Tesla built 50,000 more cars than it could sell.
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April 1, 2026
Kia shows off small cars in NY: The 2027 EV3 and 2027 Seltos Hybrid
People want small, efficient cars, and it seems Kia is listening.
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March 31, 2026
No more Chinese Polestar 3s as production shifts entirely to the US
Building the big electric SUV at two sites doesn't make sense anymore.
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March 31, 2026
As electric truck demand craters, GM lays off workers and idles plant
Factory Zero went idle on March 16, workers expected to return April 13.
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March 30, 2026
F1 in Japan: Oh no, what have they done to all the fast corners?
F1 cars don't have enough energy in a lap to attack fast corners, and that's bad.
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March 27, 2026
Rivian and VW Group complete winter testing of new zonal architecture
The RV Tech joint venture passed a key milestone, opens up $1 billion for Rivian.
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March 26, 2026
You've got $20,000 to spend on an EV: Here are some options
From Audis to Teslas, there's a lot available in this price range.
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March 25, 2026
Honda cancels the two electric vehicles it was developing with Sony
Sony Honda Mobility says the Afeela 1 and Afeela 2 are no more.
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March 25, 2026
So long, farewell: Saying goodbye to Audi's best car, the 2026 RS6 Avant
With production now finished, we take one last ride in our favorite station wagon.
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March 23, 2026
Republicans in Congress add $250 annual federal EV tax to transport bill
Five principles should determine how you fund transport, says Consumer Reports.
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March 20, 2026
Feds say no need to recall Tesla's one-pedal driving despite petition
It's good news, but another federal Tesla defect probe deepened this week.
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March 18, 2026
A station wagon is entering one of the hardest 24-hour races in the world
Station wagons used to be family cars, but now they're for going fast, too.
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March 18, 2026
Here's BMW's first all-electric 3 series, the 2027 i3
The iX3 SUV was very good; we think the i3 sedan will be even better.
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March 16, 2026
F1 in China: I've never seen so many people in those grandstands
Formula 1's new style of racing puts on an entertaining sprint weekend in Shanghai.
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March 12, 2026
Lucid announces midsize EV platform, says profitability lies with SUVs
Three smaller SUVs are in development, starting at under $50,000.
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March 12, 2026
Rivian reveals pricing and trim details for its R2 SUV
The midsize AWD EV goes on sale this spring, single-motor versions in 2027.
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March 12, 2026
Facing heavy losses, Honda cancels its three US-made electric vehicles
Tariffs, torn-up US emissions regs, and being uncompetitive in China are all to blame.
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March 11, 2026
A glimpse into tuner culture: Fast and Furious exhibit at the Petersen
The museum is celebrating 25 years of the original F&F film with a 23-car exhibit.
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March 11, 2026
Here's everything we know about Rivian R2 pricing and specs
The midsize AWD EV goes on sale this spring, single-motor versions in 2027.
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March 9, 2026
2026 Australian Grand Prix: Formula 1 debuts a new style of racing
The key is understanding how to conserve energy across a lap. Oh, and be reliable.
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March 9, 2026
Chevrolet killed it then brought it back, now we drive it: The 2027 Bolt
Faster charging, more modern infotainment, and a new LFP battery are highlights.
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March 6, 2026
Climate change sucks, but at least it won't kill your EV battery
Older EVs, but not newer ones, may lose up to 30 percent range in a warming world.
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March 5, 2026
Nerve damage, energy management, and Apple TV: F1 in 2026 starts today
Drivers aren't happy about energy management, and one team won't finish the race.
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March 3, 2026
There are plenty of great choices if you want to spend less than $15K on an EV
There's a lot of good Hyundai and Kia EVs in this price bracket, plus the Bolt and i3.
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