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US Government Slashes Eligible EV List for $7,500 Tax Credit to 13 Models
Biden administration's recent rules substantially slash the electric vehicle models eligible for the $7,500 tax credit from 24 to just 13. Records reveal a significant reduction, excluding vehicles with Chinese battery components from the credit.
By Dabbie Davis
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Tesla Confronts Safety Concerns, Issuing a Recall for 120,000 Vehicles with Door-Related Issues
Tesla is recalling over 120,000 vehicles due to faulty doors failing to meet federal standards, posing a significant safety risk. These doors can unlatch during accidents, increasing injury risks, and potentially swing open post-crash.
By Dabbie Davis
GM Implements Temporary Suspension on Chevy Blazer EV Sales Amid Software Troubles
The newly launched Chevrolet Blazer EV faces temporary sales suspension due to software glitches. Following reports of 23 distinct software-related issues, Edmunds, an automotive website, highlights extensive dealership repairs and labels it the most significant software-related problem ever encountered with a new car.
By Dabbie Davis
Ford’s Safety Concerns Persist, Tops Recall Charts Once Again
In a recurring trend, Ford finds itself at the top of the recall charts, a position it's less than proud of. Safety concerns persist as the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration confirms Ford as the most recalled brand in the U.S. for the third consecutive year. In 2023, Ford issued recalls for 54 vehicles, impacting around 5.7 million cars nationwide.
By Dabbie Davis
U.S. Predicts a Slight Rise in New Car Sales for the Upcoming Year
The automotive industry is looking forward to a promising future as new car sales in the United States are expected to gradually rise in the coming year, with an unexpected 13% surge projected for December.
By Dabbie Davis
Audi, Porsche, and Volkswagen Align with Tesla's Charging Standard, Revolutionizes 2025 Electric Vehicle Landscape
In a significant industry development, Volkswagen Group, including Audi, Porsche, and Scout Motors, commits to adopting Tesla's EV charging standard, with plans to facilitate access to Tesla's Supercharger network for its electric car owners. Anticipating a solution by 2025, this move will see new VW EVs equipped with Tesla charging ports, offering customers access to 15,000 Supercharger stations across North America.
By Dabbie Davis
BYD's Electrifying Surge Poses Serious Threat to Tesla's Supremacy, Reports Say
In Q3 2023, global EV market data showed BYD and Tesla nearly equal in market sharesesla delivered This threatens Tesla's dominance, as BYD aims to lead in Q4, shaking up the EV landscape.
By Dabbie Davis
