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GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2400.37%
HMC24.340-0.14%
TM192.320-3.76%
CVNA409.0506.03%
PAG160.4200.42%
LAD274.920-1.47%
AN203.0700.1%
GPI341.3901.61%
ABG203.0601.05%
SAH71.8400.62%
TSLA376.3002.58%
GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2400.37%
HMC24.340-0.14%
TM192.320-3.76%
CVNA409.0506.03%
PAG160.4200.42%
LAD274.920-1.47%
AN203.0700.1%
GPI341.3901.61%
ABG203.0601.05%
SAH71.8400.62%
TSLA376.3002.58%
GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2400.37%
HMC24.340-0.14%
TM192.320-3.76%
CVNA409.0506.03%
PAG160.4200.42%
LAD274.920-1.47%
AN203.0700.1%
GPI341.3901.61%
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Lucid Motors offers a $7,500 lease credit through the end of the year to keep Gravity SUV buyers engaged and committed.

Lucid offers $7,500 lease credit on Gravity SUVs through year-end

- August 18, 2025
On the Dash: Lucid is offering a $7,500 lease credit for Gravity SUVs to customers who order before Sept. 30 and take delivery by year-end. The Gravity SUV is pivotal...
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Hundreds of high-speed EV charging stations are producing small but notable levels of air pollution, according to a recent study.

EV fast chargers produce unexpected air pollution risk

- August 15, 2025
On the Dash: A UCLA-led study found that nearly half of 50 fast-charging EV stations in Los Angeles County had particulate pollution above WHO guidelines, mainly from charging equipment fans...
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Acura RSX prototype previews 2026 all-wheel-drive EV with fastback styling, ASIMO OS, and bidirectional charging capabilities.

Acura unveils RSX prototype, first in-house EV for 2026

- August 15, 2025
On the Dash: Acura’s RSX prototype is the brand’s first in-house EV, launching in the second half of 2026. The RSX will debut Honda’s ASIMO operating system with OTA updates...
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EV makers lose millions as Trump administration delays fuel economy enforcement

- August 15, 2025
On the Dash: Rivian, Lucid, and Tesla are seeing pauses in regulatory credit income due to the Trump administration’s rollback of U.S. fuel economy rules and the suspension of compliance...
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Ford and Toyota overhaul U.S. plants with faster, flexible EV production to compete with rising Chinese automakers.

Ford, Toyota revamp assembly lines to compete with Chinese rivals

- August 15, 2025
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VinFast will spin off its R&D unit into Novatech and sell it to founder Pham Nhat Vuong for $1.5 billion to fund expansion.

VinFast spins off R&D department in $1.5B deal

- August 14, 2025
On the Dash: VinFast will spin off part of its R&D department into a new company called Novatech Research and Development SJC. VinFast will sell all its shares in Novatech...
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Cadillac has revealed its Elevated Velocity, signaling the brand’s vision for the future of electric luxury vehicles.

Cadillac unveils its Elevated Velocity concept, a high-performance all-electric crossover

- August 14, 2025
On the Dash:  Cadillac’s Elevated Velocity concept blends V-Series performance, luxury, off-road capability, and advanced EV technology in a high-performance 2+2 crossover. The concept introduces innovative drive modes and immersive...
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According to the 2025 J.D. Power U.S. Electric Vehicle Experience (EVX) Public Charging Study, Tesla leads in public EV charging satisfaction

Tesla tops EV charging satisfaction as reliability improves despite cost concerns

- August 14, 2025
On the Dash  Tesla ranks highest in U.S. public EV charging satisfaction for both Level 2 (661) and DC fast charging (709) in J.D. Power’s 2025 EVX Public Charging Study. ...
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Ford’s Universal EV Platform simplifies production, cuts parts and wiring, and powers a midsize electric pickup with advanced features.

Ford unveils new streamlined Universal EV Platform

- August 13, 2025
On the Dash: Ford’s new Universal EV Platform cuts parts, welds, fasteners, and wiring for maximum efficiency. The first vehicle is a midsize electric pickup with more space, digital features,...
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Tesla is signaling a possible move into New York City’s ride-hailing market by hiring a driver to test its autonomous technology.

Tesla eyes NYC for next phase of autonomous taxi services

- August 13, 2025
On the Dash:  Tesla is broadening its autonomous vehicle testing to New York City, indicating potential growth for its autonomous taxi services in major urban areas.  The expansion of its...
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