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The Ford F-150 Lightning has reclaimed the top spot in the U.S. electric pickup market, surpassing the Tesla Cybertruck in registrations for March and the first quarter of 2025, according to S&P Global Mobility. With 2,598 registrations in March compared to the Cybertruck’s 2,170, and 7,913 for Q1 against 7,126, Ford’s workhorse is gaining traction…
Slate Auto, an upstart electric vehicle manufacturer, is making waves with a $700 million fundraising haul backed by Jeff Bezos’s investment firm, Bezos Expeditions. The funding, confirmed by Newsweek, spans Series A and B rounds, with the final close in late 2024, setting the stage for Slate to challenge the EV market with its no-frills,…
Tesla has officially canceled the Cybertruck Range Extender, a decision that has sparked discussions among electric vehicle (EV) enthusiasts. According to a post on X by user Drake (@TheRealDriZzy), Tesla informed customers via email that the company will no longer sell the Range Extender and will refund deposits in full, leaving many to question the…
On May 6, 2025, Rivian’s RJ Scaringe shared an exciting glimpse of the new Maximus drive unit for the upcoming Rivian R2 electric SUV, sparking buzz among EV enthusiasts. Posted on X, Scaringe’s reveal showcases the sleek, high-performance component, signaling Rivian’s continued push into the competitive electric vehicle market with a focus on efficiency and…
In a bold move to tackle the soaring costs of electric vehicles, Slate Auto, a Michigan-based startup backed by Jeff Bezos, is set to launch the Slate Truck—a $25,000 electric pickup aimed at making EVs accessible to everyday Americans. CEO Chris Barman, a former Chrysler and FCA executive, shared her vision with Business Insider, emphasizing…
In a bold move to supercharge its electric vehicle (EV) production, Rivian is investing $120 million to build a supplier park near its Normal, Illinois plant, a project that promises to streamline operations, create jobs, and solidify the state’s role as an EV manufacturing hub. Announced on May 5, 2025, this 1.2 million-square-foot facility is…
On May 6, 2025, Rivian Automotive will unveil its first-quarter financial results, a pivotal moment for electric vehicle (EV) fans and investors eager to see if the company can navigate a stormy market while keeping its adventurous spirit alive. With production humming and the R2 platform on the horizon, Rivian’s earnings call promises insights into…
Rivian Automotive’s stock soared this week after reports revealed the electric vehicle (EV) maker outsmarted looming U.S. tariffs by stockpiling critical battery materials from Asia. According to Bloomberg, Rivian quietly amassed lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) battery cells from China’s Gotion High-Tech Co. late last year, a move that’s now shielding it from tariff-driven cost spikes and…
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