Man Gets Wrecked Tesla In The Shop, Then Plugs It In: 'I Wouldn't Do That' "I thought Teslas never crashed..." Motor1 · 16h ago
UK PM Andy Burnham’s wife quits marketing job to focus on ‘first lady’ duties Marie-France van Heel, the wife of UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham, has stepped down from her senior role at a Manchester electric vehicle charging company as she takes on a more active role alongside her husband. The Times of India · Sep 26
Meet the Chinese and American brands targeting Audi, BMW and Mercedes buyers DRIVESMART: In the latest DriveSmart newsletter, Steve Fowler unpacks the crowded new premium car market – and asks how much longer Audi, BMW and Mercedes can rely on the badge alone The Independent UK · Aug 3
SpaceX's first results put Elon Musk's AI spending under Wall Street's microscope SpaceX's upcoming earnings report is set to provide insights into Starlink's profitability as it expands into AI and space initiatives. Analysts predict notable advancements in both the Starlink and AI sectors. Furthermore, the development of Starship will play a vital role in shaping the company's future. Investors are looking for… The Economic Times · Aug 3
SpaceX's first results put Elon Musk's AI spending under Wall Street microscope SpaceX is poised to reveal its next earnings report, signaling Starlink's profitability and its pivotal role in financing AI and space initiatives. Analysts predict notable advancements in Starlink and AI ventures for the April-June quarter. A key area of interest for investors is SpaceX's sizable investments in AI technology, while… The Economic Times · Aug 3
Financials, Growth Back Up the Robotaxi Ambitions for XPeng Stock as Its CEO Tests a Fully Driverless Ride XPeng's CEO just rode in his own driverless car. Here's what the milestone means for the EV maker's robotaxi and AI ambitions. Barchart · Jul 14
Are the drawbacks of electric cars being ignored? This is my honest view as an EV expert DRIVESMART: EV editor Steve Fowler answers a reader’s concerns about crash damage, insurance costs and charging infrastructure – and explains why things are improving in the latest DriveSmart newsletter The Independent UK · Jul 14
Ross Gerber's 'Controversial' EV Opinion? He Prefers Tesla's Cybertruck Over His Rivian, but Criticizes FSD Investor Ross Gerber of investment firm Gerber Kawasaki has said that he likes the Elon Musk-led Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) Cybertruck more than his Rivian Automotive Inc. (NASDAQ:RIVN) EV. Benzinga · Jul 13
China is bringing back buttons – and it’s time the rest of the car industry did, too DRIVESMART: China has ordered car makers to bring back physical buttons for 19 safety-critical functions – and even VW admits it got carried away with “spaceship” interiors. Steve Fowler explores the return of the button, in his latest DriveSmart newsletter The Independent UK · Jul 7
Driving an EV to France: Is it practical for a family holiday? DRIVESMART: Taking an electric car across the English Channel is far easier than many motorists might believe – and with a little planning, EV editor Steve Fowler explains why charging needn’t get in the way of a family holiday in the latest DriveSmart newsletter The Independent UK · Jun 29
This is the SUV £20k buys you now – and it’s worrying China’s car rivals DRIVESMART: The Chery Tiggo 4 shows how far sub-£20k hybrid SUVs have come – and why China’s new wave of cheap, well-equipped cars is starting to unsettle established brands, writes EV editor Steve Fowler in the latest DriveSmart newsletter The Independent UK · Jun 24
Mitsubishi Says It Can't Afford To Build Its Own EVs Instead of developing new products from the ground up, Mitsubishi will release 'collaboration' EVs like the Eclipse Sportback. Motor1 · Jun 23
News events driving volatile share trade Volatile trade on the Stock Exchange of Thailand this week reflected investor reaction to news events, with the SET index moving in a range from 1,570 to 1,610 points. Bangkok Post · Jun 19
UK Backs France's Fight Against Migrants Crossing the Border Through Boats By Using Water Cannon The UK and France have agreed on a £660 million deal to deploy French riot police along northern France's beaches, using controversial tactics like water cannons to prevent migrant crossings. International Business Times UK · Jun 19
The Independent UK · Jun 15 Why the next generation of electric sports cars could beat petrol rivals DRIVESMART: The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N is proof that electric sports cars are becoming properly fun to drive, writes EV editor Steve Fowler in the latest DriveSmart newsletter
The Independent UK · Jun 10 Who pays when a self-driving car crashes? BYD’s answer could change the industry DRIVESMART: BYD has become the first major car maker to offer damage cover for accidents involving its self-driving technology in China. It has reignited the debate over who is responsible when an autonomous car crashes, writes EV editor Steve Fowler
Barchart · Jun 9 RIVN Stock Alert: What to Know as Rivian Begins Deliveries of R2 EV Rivian stock is in focus as the company begins R2 deliveries. Here’s why the new SUV could drive RIVN shares higher over time.
The Independent UK · Jun 5 Has China made a better electric Ferrari than Ferrari? DRIVESMART: Steve Fowler’s latest DriveSmart newsletter examines Ferrari’s controversial new all-electric Luce, questioning whether the Apple-designed EV lives up to the marque’s legacy as competition from Chinese giant BYD intensifies in the race to build the world’s fastest and most desirable electric performance cars
The Independent UK · May 18 Chinese EV brands are forcing Ford into an electric Fiesta comeback DRIVESMART: In the latest DriveSmart newsletter, motoring expert Steve Fowler explains why Ford is pinning its hopes on a Fiesta-style electric comeback as Chinese car makers such as BYD and MG pile pressure on Europe’s biggest brands
The Independent UK · May 13 Super-efficient Lucid EVs coming to the UK in 2028, says company boss Exclusive: Three high-tech SUVs will lead the way for award-winning efficiency-focused US brand from Silicon Valley
Barchart · May 7 Morgan Stanley Just Cut Lucid's Price Target By 50%. Here's Why. Lucid shares are sinking as Morgan Stanley trims price target sharply to $5. Here’s why LCID stock is unattractive to own even at the current, toned-down valuation.
Barchart · Apr 26 Better Later Than Never? Tesla Stock Hangs in the Crosshairs as Cybercab Finally Enters Production Despite a mixed Q1, Tesla’s story now hinges on execution as Cybercab finally moves from vision to reality, even with autonomy still a question mark.
Barchart · Apr 24 Rivian Just Hit a New Production Milestone. Does That Make RIVN Stock a Buy? Rivian has officially started R2 production at its Normal facility. Here’s why that warrants buying RIVN shares at current levels.
Motor1 · Apr 20 This Is The Three-Row Electric SUV Ford Never Built It’s been nearly two years since Ford announced it would cancel its three-row electric SUVs. The company was supposed to launch the three-row SUV in 2025, but consumers simply weren't snapping up EVs as the company had hoped. Instead, the Dearborn-based automaker abandoned the project before an official debut, but…
Barchart · Apr 17 Lucid Motors Just Got a New CEO. Does That Make LCID Stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold? Lucid stock sinks as the EV maker names Silvio Napoli its new permanent CEO. But does that warrant buying LCID shares today? Let’s find out.