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Global electric vehicle sales up 29% in March, researchers find

Global electric vehicle sales up 29% in March, researchers find

Tuesday, April 15, 2025

April 15 (Reuters) - Global sales of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles rose 29% year-on-year in March, helped by growth in China and Europe, while EV growth in North America was hampered by U.S. President Donald Trump's stance towards emissions standards and uncertainties around tariffs, data showed on Tuesday.

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U.S. electric vehicle sales surge despite Tesla’s decline

U.S. electric vehicle sales surge despite Tesla’s decline

Monday, April 14, 2025

The U.S. electric vehicle (EV) market saw significant gains in Q1 2025, growing by 11.4% year-over-year, according to the latest data from Kelley Blue Book. Nearly 300,000 electric vehicles were sold, making up 7.5% of total new-vehicle sales, a 7% increase year-over-year. Despite market headwinds, electric vehicle sales continue to expand, though not evenly.

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Arizona facility to process cobalt, a critical mineral for tech, is about to launch

Arizona facility to process cobalt, a critical mineral for tech, is about to launch

Friday, April 11, 2025

A cobalt processing facility that would boost the U.S. supply of the critical mineral is on track to begin construction in late 2025.

Once built, the facility in Yuma County would be the only cobalt processing facility in the U.S.

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4 Senate Republicans warn against ‘full-scale’ repeal of energy tax credits

4 Senate Republicans warn against ‘full-scale’ repeal of energy tax credits

Friday, April 11, 2025

A group of four Senate Republicans warned against a “full-scale” repeal of energy tax credits passed by Democrats in 2022.

“While we support fiscal responsibility and prudent efforts to streamline the tax code, we caution against the full-scale repeal of current credits, which could lead to significant disruptions for the American people and weaken our position as a global energy leader,” wrote Republican Sens. Lisa Murkowski (Alaska), John Curtis (Utah), Thom Tillis (N.C.) and Jerry Moran (Kan.). 

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Trump’s Tariffs: Could the Used EV Market Boom?

Trump’s Tariffs: Could the Used EV Market Boom?

Thursday, April 10, 2025

As trade policies tighten and vehicle tariffs loom in the United States, a quieter but crucial trend could gain ground: the used electric vehicle (EV) market. 

While new car prices soar and the environmental toll of manufacturing intensifies, used EVs are emerging as a practical path toward circularity – offering resource efficiency, affordability and reduced emissions.

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EnergyHub partners with GM to use EVs as grid resources

EnergyHub partners with GM to use EVs as grid resources

Thursday, April 10, 2025

EnergyHub, a distributed energy resource management services provider, has partnered with GM Energy, a General Motors business unit, to integrate electric vehicles and home energy storage solutions into utility and market programs across the country, the companies announced on April 2.

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Kia’s first electric sedan is almost here, but plenty more EVs are on the way

Kia’s first electric sedan is almost here, but plenty more EVs are on the way

Wednesday, April 9, 2025

That Kia EV sedan we’ve been waiting for is almost here. Kia also confirmed it will launch a midsize pickup in North America. Next week, three new Kia vehicles, including the EV4, its first electric sedan, will debut at the New York International Auto Show. Here’s what to expect.

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Toyota to boost EV models to 15, targets producing 1 million by 2027, Nikkei says

Toyota to boost EV models to 15, targets producing 1 million by 2027, Nikkei says

Sunday, April 6, 2025

TOKYO, April 7 (Reuters) - Toyota (7203.T), opens new tab aims to have about 15 electric vehicle models developed on its own by 2027 and is targeting production of about 1 million cars a year by then, the Nikkei newspaper said on Sunday.

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Ford’s new strategy includes big discounts, employee pricing for all, and free EV chargers

Ford’s new strategy includes big discounts, employee pricing for all, and free EV chargers

Thursday, April 3, 2025

Ford’s vehicles are about to get a whole lot cheaper. With its new “From America, For America” campaign, launched Thursday, Ford is rolling out steep discounts, including employee pricing for all, and a free home charger for EV buyers.

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Lithium Americas reaches final investment decision for Thacker Pass mine

Lithium Americas reaches final investment decision for Thacker Pass mine

Wednesday, April 2, 2025

Lithium Americas said on Tuesday it has reached a final investment decision (FID) for constructing the first phase of the Thacker Pass lithium mine in Nevada.

The Thacker Pass project is a joint venture between Lithium Americas and US automaker General Motors. Phase 1 of the project is expected to be completed in late 2027.

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