Automakers anxious over electric vehicle demand amid Trump's return to presidency
A recent New York Times headline claimed automakers want the incoming Trump Administration to "require" them to sell electric vehicles. Analysts aren't impressed with that perspective, but agree the Republican's hostility toward the industry is worrying car makers.
EV industry faces questions of uncertainty after Trump's reelection
"Tariffs may seem controversial, but maybe they will help the local industry in terms of competition against international manufacturers of electric vehicles," he said.
Detroit entrepreneur creates portable electric vehicle charger that comes to you
Among the biggest barriers to electric vehicle adoption is not having enough chargers. But one woman's invention offers a solution to that.
Analyst: Ford pivots to hybrids after being overly optimistic on EVs and suffering $2.5B loss
“What they mean for the workforce is that Ford is probably going to need more people on the gasoline side of the business. Probably not as many as they anticipated on the electric side."
Ford to no longer build electric three-row SUV, shifting focus toward hybrids
The automaker said Wednesday it was shifting EV strategy toward two new pickups that will be battery powered.
Pollster: Harris, Dems need to pump the brakes on EV demands
"I'm suggesting she try to modify and support a slow-down. We are moving too fast," he said. "We need to deal with hybrids and not push so much."
Electric vehicles proving a political hot potato ahead of 2024 election in Michigan
While several high brass political figures in Michigan support the president's push to produce and adopt more electric vehicles, the answer is more complicated among residents.
AAA: 63% of US adults 'very unlikely' to buy EV as next car amid rising hybrid interest
Stumbling blocks for buyers include cost, a lack of available charging stations and range anxiety from the annual study.
New Cadillac EV Optiq promises more affordable luxury
It includes a 33-inch display screen and an estimated range of about 300 miles on a full charge.
Lucid Motors makes $10 million investment in Michigan with Southfield hub
“We want to track the best talent out there. and as we looked at those studies for hardware, engineers in particular, there’s no place like Michigan," said Gale Halsey, vice president, Lucid.
EV charging stations: Federal money influx plans hope to ease state's range anxiety
Construction on the fast charging stations can begin in the next couple months. Companies have five years to finish the job.
Black-owned company working to improve EV charging
ChargerHelp! is a Black and women-owned company working to remove barriers in the technology and maintenance of EVs. Their partnership with Michigan Central is creating new jobs.
Ford trims F-150 Lightning pickup production after weak electric vehicle sales
The shrinking production will impact 1,400 workers at Ford, including about 700 employees being transferred to Michigan Assembly.
GM says EVs are built for Detroit cold snaps
GM says its EVs are made for conditions like the cold snap we're stuck in.
Tesla supercharging station packed in Oak Brook, dead cars line parking lot due to frigid temps
Electric vehicles may be the way of the future, but many EV owners are having trouble dealing with Chicago’s bitterly cold temperatures.
Wireless charging road in Detroit now open to public
The system works using specialized coils built under the pavement that will wirelessly transmit power using a magnetic field. It'll be sent to a receiver that will be installed on the bottom of the vehicle, which will power the battery.
Mile-long stretch of I-94 dubbed 'world's most sophisticated highway' to reopen for winter
The lane will be used for testing the safety and performance of cars and trucks that can send and receive information. It'll open in western Wayne County
Ford announces plans for 30,000 electric vehicle chargers for business fleets
The partnership with Xcel Energy will install tens of thousands of charging ports at businesses in eight different states by 2030.
Electric vehicles are less reliable than gas-powered cars, trucks, SUVs, Consumer Reports survey says
EVs had 80% more problems than gas-powered cars and trucks. That's just one of several concerning conclusions from a Consumer Reports survey
Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg 1-on-1, discussing future of EVs
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg sat down with FOX 2's Tim Skubick to talk about the future of electric vehicles, college football and more on Tuesday.