The United States is lagging behind Asia when it comes to battery research, manufacturing, and procurement of raw materials, according to a letter signed by two influential Democratic U.S. senators that was seen by Reuters. The letter, which was written by Senate Intelligence Committee Chair Mark Warner and Energy Committee Chair Joe Manchin, cites experts…
New and old Tesla Model 3 owners have been turning to the good old internet to find out why their EVs develop a nasty smell from the AC system. After just six months of taking delivery, one person asked for help on Reddit, complaining about an unpleasant odor when the AC fan starts, which is…
The redesigned 2025 Toyota Camry Hybrid will debit November 14 at the 2023 Los Angeles auto show, Toyota has revealed, hinting that it will add all-wheel drive to the hybrid version of the ubiquitous mid-size sedan for the first time. All-wheel drive Toyota hybrids are nothing new, but up to this point the Camry Hybrid…
The electric pickup truck space is probably due to be the most interesting segment to watch in the next few years. Americans love trucks, and whichever automaker can figure out how to keep truck owners happy without gasoline is probably going to make a lot of money. Ram has a very interesting mixed approach to the…
TSMC controls more than half of the world’s output of microchips, which are used in everything from smartphones to cars and missiles. Japan’s government said on Friday that it plans to spend 2 trillion yen (USD 13 billion) to boost domestic production of strategically important semiconductors and generative AI technology. The planned outlays will include…
SMIC had said it expected capital expenditure in 2023 to be roughly flat compared with 2022, which came in at about USD 6.35 billion. China’s SMIC on Friday shrugged off a more than 70% drop in net third-quarter profit, saying it expected Chinese semiconductor demand to stabilise soon, and increased its annual capital expenditure forecast…
As electric bicycles continue to advance in technology, we’re seeing more and more manufacturers veer away from the traditional way of building bikes. Ever since the first bicycles hit the road nearly two centuries ago, power was sent to the rear wheel via a chain. The modern era, however, has ushered in the age of…
Swedish electric performance brand Polestar revealed the next step in diversifying its manufacturing footprint. Manufacturing of Polestar 4 in Hangzhou Bay, China, will be complemented with manufacturing in Busan, South Korea, expected to start during the second half of 2025. An agreement has been reached between Polestar, Geely Holding and Renault Korea Motors (RKM), that will…
The Lucid Air tops other EVs in EPA-rated range, meaning drivers will have plenty to spare after most trips. Now they can use it to charge other EVs. Lucid on Thursday announced that it is enabling this function, dubbed RangeXchange by the automaker, via an over-the-air (OTA) software update and adapter. This will enable an…
Lectrix LXS G Lectrix, part of the SAR Group’s electric mobility revolution, introduced the LXS G3.0 and LXS G2.0 scooters a few months ago. Designed for those who crave boundless exploration, these scooters redefine long-distance rides, offering an escape for those who want to go the extra mile. Their impressive claimed range makes them stand…
