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20/09/2025

Polestar Recalls Nearly 28,000 Polestar 2 EVs for Rearview Camera Glitch Polestar is recalling 27,816 Polestar 2 vehicles in the United States due to a software issue that can cause the rearview camera to fail, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall, announced by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), affects certain 2021-2025 models. The problem lies in a software glitch within the infotainment head unit that may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying when the vehicle is in reverse. Instead of the camera feed, drivers may see a “Camera is temporarily unavailable” message. This failure to display the rear view violates Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. […] by Haye Kesteloo

Polestar is recalling 27,816 Polestar 2 vehicles in the United States due to a software issue that can cause the rearview camera to fail, increasing the risk

19/09/2025

Porsche Pumps Brakes on EV Rollout, Prioritizes Hybrids Amid Market Shift Porsche is significantly altering its electric vehicle strategy, delaying the launch of some all-electric models and re-emphasizing combustion and hybrid powertrains in response to a cooling EV market and other economic pressures. The move, which includes a substantial cut to its profit forecast accorsing to the WSJ, signals a major recalibration for the iconic German automaker and its parent company, Volkswagen. For EV enthusiasts and potential buyers, this strategic pivot from a performance-defining brand like Porsche signals a broader industry recalibration. It highlights the challenges even established luxury players face in the all-electric transition and suggests that high-performance hybrid technology […] by Haye Kesteloo

Porsche is significantly altering its electric vehicle strategy, delaying the launch of some all-electric models and re-emphasizing combustion and hybrid

19/09/2025

Tesla Probes to Intensify Under New NHTSA Chief Jonathan Morrison The U.S. Senate has confirmed Jonathan Morrison to lead the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the nation’s top auto safety agency, placing a former Apple lawyer and Trump-era official in charge of multiple, high-stakes investigations into Tesla’s vehicle safety. The confirmation, which passed in a 51-47 vote on Thursday, according to Reuters, fills a three-year leadership vacuum at the agency and signals a more assertive regulatory stance on advanced vehicle technologies. Morrison will now oversee a series of critical safety probes into the electric vehicle giant, including issues with self-driving technology and faulty door handles. Morrison’s confirmation comes as […] by Haye Kesteloo

The U.S. Senate has confirmed Jonathan Morrison to lead the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the nation's top auto safety agency,

19/09/2025

Parents Smash Tesla Windows to Save Trapped Children as NHTSA Investigates Picture this: You buckle your toddler into your Tesla Model Y, step outside, and suddenly can’t get back in. Your child is trapped, and you’re reaching for a rock. Tesla is redesigning its vehicle door handles following a federal safety investigation into the 2021 Model Y, where electronic handle failures have reportedly trapped occupants, including children, inside the vehicles. The redesign, confirmed by Tesla’s chief designer, aims to combine the electronic and manual releases into a single, more intuitive mechanism as the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) scrutinizes the potential safety risk. This move addresses a growing number of […] by Haye Kesteloo

Picture this: You buckle your toddler into your Tesla Model Y, step outside, and suddenly can’t get back in. Your child is trapped, and you’re reaching for a

11/09/2025

Tesla Door Design Hampered by Power-Failure Risks, Hidden Manual Releases Tesla’s electric door and flush-handle systems are raising safety concerns after several crashes in which occupants and rescuers could not exit or access vehicles when power failed, according to Bloomberg. The technology trade-off threatens both user safety and regulatory scrutiny. Sleek Design, Hidden Risks Tesla’s flush exterior handles and electrically actuated door systems were designed for aerodynamic efficiency and a minimalist look. The Model S, introduced in 2012, featured flat surfaces that improved range and reduced wind noise. But this left little room for mechanical parts, leading Tesla engineers to use wire-release mechanisms hidden in the interior for emergencies. Manual […] by Haye Kesteloo

Tesla’s electric door and flush-handle systems are raising safety concerns after several crashes in which occupants and rescuers could not exit or access

06/09/2025

475 Arrested in Record Immigration Raid at Hyundai’s Georgia EV Plant Federal agents detained 475 workers at Hyundai’s $12.6 billion electric vehicle battery plant site near Savannah, Georgia, in what authorities described as the largest single-site immigration raid in the history of Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), reports The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Largest Operation in HSI History Steven Schrank, special agent in charge of HSI Atlanta, said the arrests followed a months-long investigation into undocumented labor at the 3,000-acre Hyundai Metaplant campus in Bryan County. “This, in fact, was the largest single site enforcement operation in the history of Homeland Security Investigations across the country,” Schrank stated during a news conference in Savannah. […] by Haye Kesteloo

Federal agents detained 475 workers at Hyundai’s $12.6 billion electric vehicle battery plant site near Savannah, Georgia, in what authorities described as

03/09/2025

EV Buyers Rush to Secure Deals Ahead of Federal Tax Credit Expiration Electric vehicle (EV) sales are surging across the U.S. as consumers race to take advantage of the federal government’s $7,500 tax credit before it expires on September 30, 2025. Dealers in EV hot spots like Colorado report unprecedented demand, with steeply discounted lease offers drawing in new and repeat buyers alike, reports the WSJ. Deep Discounts Drive Demand At Emich Kia in Denver, shoppers have been lining up for bargain leases. The dealership recently offered a Niro EV for $40 a month before taxes, while the Kia EV6 was marketed for under $100 a month. Even the higher-end three-row Kia […] by Haye Kesteloo

Electric vehicle (EV) sales are surging across the U.S. as consumers race to take advantage of the federal government’s $7,500 tax credit before it expires on

26/08/2025

Porsche Cayenne EV Prototype Promises Nearly 1000 HP, 400-kW Charging for 2026 The 2026 Porsche Cayenne Electric is nearing production and looks set to redefine the high-performance EV SUV segment. In early prototype drives outside Barcelona, Spain, Car and Driver reported that Porsche’s upcoming all-electric version of its flagship SUV will deliver up to nearly 1000 horsepower in its Turbo trim, lightning-fast 400-kW charging capability, and the kind of engineering refinements expected from the German brand. Powertrain Options Up to Nearly 1000 Horsepower At launch, Porsche will offer three Cayenne EV trims: Base, S, and Turbo. The entry-level version produces about half the Turbo’s power—roughly 500 hp, while the Cayenne S EV […] by Haye Kesteloo

The 2026 Porsche Cayenne Electric is nearing production and looks set to redefine the high-performance EV SUV segment. In early prototype drives outside

25/08/2025

Porsche halts Cellforce battery production amid slower demand, shifts unit to R&D Porsche is ending in-house battery cell production at its Cellforce subsidiary and converting the unit into a dedicated R&D operation, citing insufficient volumes, lack of economies of scale, and tougher conditions in the U.S. and China. Roughly 200 of 286 jobs at the Kirchentellinsfurt site are expected to be cut, with some potentially absorbed by Volkswagen’s PowerCo, reports AutoBlog. EV battery strategy pivots to R&D Porsche says it will no longer pursue high-volume battery cell manufacturing and will focus Cellforce on cell and system development to support performance EV programs while relying on external suppliers for production at scale. Company […] by Haye Kesteloo

Porsche is ending in-house battery cell production at its Cellforce subsidiary and converting the unit into a dedicated R&D operation, citing insufficient

22/08/2025

Lucid Motors Executes 1-for-10 Reverse Stock Split as EV Sales Lag Behind Projections Lucid Motors will move forward with a rare 1-for-10 reverse stock split, set to take effect on September 2, in an effort to boost the electric vehicle (EV) maker’s struggling share price, according to a Barron’s report. The move comes as Lucid stock trades near record lows and far below early Wall Street expectations for its sales and growth trajectory. What the Reverse Stock Split Means for Lucid Investors Lucid shares closed at $2.09 on Thursday, unchanged for the day, before dipping slightly in after-hours trading. Under the reverse split, every 10 Lucid shares will be consolidated into one, raising […] by Haye Kesteloo

Lucid Motors will move forward with a rare 1-for-10 reverse stock split, set to take effect on September 2, in an effort to boost the electric vehicle (EV)

22/08/2025

California EV Incentives Could Return as State Confronts End of Federal Support California is preparing to revive its own electric vehicle (EV) subsidies after the Trump administration dismantled federal support, eliminating tax credits and rolling back zero-emission mandates. State officials this week submitted a report to Gov. Gavin Newsom detailing strategies to sustain EV adoption in the absence of federal backing, as reported by the Los Angeles Times. California Rebates Aim to Replace Federal EV Tax Credits President Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill,” signed in July, eliminated federal EV rebates of up to $7,500 effective Sept. 30. Without these incentives, California has already seen a drop in electric vehicle sales. Out of […] by Haye Kesteloo

California is preparing to revive its own electric vehicle (EV) subsidies after the Trump administration dismantled federal support, eliminating tax credits

21/08/2025

Hybrids Outsell Electric Vehicles in California as EV Registrations Drop Hybrid vehicles have overtaken electric vehicles in California’s auto market share for the second quarter of 2025, according to the California New Car Dealers Association’s Q2 Auto Outlook Report. The report shows hybrids gaining momentum while EV registrations continue to slump, challenging the state’s long-term zero-emission vehicle targets. Hybrid Vehicle Registrations Climb as EV Market […] by Haye Kesteloo

Hybrid vehicles have overtaken electric vehicles in California’s auto market share for the second quarter of 2025, according to the California New Car Dealers

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