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The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) launched an investigation into Tesla’s flagship Model Y on Tuesday following complaints that door malfunctions have reportedly left children trapped inside when parents were unable to open the doors from the outside. The NHTSA stated that its preliminary investigation targets 2021 Tesla Model Y vehicles, following nine reports of electronic door handles failing to operate due to low battery voltage. The investigation currently involves approximately 174,000 vehicles, with the possibility of being extended to additional Tesla models. NHTSA noted that its investigation centers on whether Tesla doors can be opened from the…

South Korean EV battery maker SK On on Tuesday revealed that it has completed construction of a pilot facility in Daejeon, south of Seoul, for trial production of all-solid-state batteries (ASSBs). Currently, SK On is working on two types of solid-state batteries: one using polymer-oxide composites and another based on sulfide materials, with commercialization targeted for 2028 and 2029. The pilot facility, located at the company’s research center in Daejeon, will primarily focus on developing sulfide-based cells, though portions of the line are also set up for lithium-metal anode battery development. The plant was established with backing from Solid Power,…

Telematics specialist Geotab has introduced its latest advancement in connected vehicle technology, the GO Focus Plus AI dash cam and video intelligence platform, to support fleet managers and drivers in minimizing risky driving behaviors and enhancing overall safety through smarter solutions. The dual-facing dash cam provides real-time, in-cab assistance by delivering immediate voice alerts when it detects behaviors like tailgating, mobile phone use, or signs of driver fatigue. During a recent extensive trial, this voice coaching feature led to a 90% reduction in tailgating and a 95% drop in phone use. The platform also enables fleets to detect recurring patterns…

Volkswagen has pushed back the production launch of the ID. Golf and ID. Roc to 2030, after initially planning to begin manufacturing the all-electric Golf in 2028, later delaying it to 2029. Meanwhile, the company is seeking a financially robust partner for its battery division, PowerCo. As reported by Germany’s Handelsblatt, the production of the Golf hatchback and the T-Roc compact SUV is now scheduled to begin in 2030 at Volkswagen’s Wolfsburg facility. Under the revised timeline, the ID. Roc is scheduled to enter production first in the summer of 2030, marking the launch of Volkswagen’s new SSP platform, with…

China declared a two-year initiative on Saturday aimed at ‘stabilizing’ its automotive industry, which has been grappling with intense price wars and export challenges. According to state news agency Xinhua, the plan for 2025 and 2026, jointly issued by eight government departments, emphasizes conducting cost assessments and monitoring prices, while also promoting innovation and boosting domestic demand within the country. The strategy anticipates a deceleration in overall vehicle sales, projecting approximately 32.3 million units for this year, which represents a 3% of the growth. This marks a dip from the 4.5% growth recorded in 2024, as noted by the China…

Autonomous driving tech firm WeRide has launched its Robobus in Leuven, Belgium, marking the company’s entry into its eleventh international market and strengthening its presence across Europe. The project is backed by Flemish transit operator De Lijn, the City of Leuven, and mobility consultancy Espaces-Mobilités. The robobus will start charting its route through central Leuven, linking Leuven Station with Heverlee. Public road testing is scheduled to begin in mid-September, with a safety operator on board during the early stages. If testing receives approval from the Public Department of Mobility and Transport, De Lijn will launch a pilot autonomous shuttle service…

Stellantis, the parent company of the truck brand Ram, declared on Friday that the electric 2026 Ram 1500 REV has been canceled. “As demand for full-size battery-electric trucks slows in North America, Stellantis is reassessing its product strategy and will discontinue development of a full-size BEV pickup,” the automaker said. Despite canceling the model, Stellantis confirmed that the Ram 1500 REV name will continue. The company stated it is rebranding its Range-Extended Electric Vehicle (REEV) Ramcharger pickup as the Ram 1500 REV. In a statement, Stellantis described the updated vehicle as a new benchmark in the half-ton truck category, promising…

Hyundai CEO José Muñoz on Thursday stated that the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raid at the Georgia-based Hyundai EV battery plant last week will likely postpone the facility’s opening by several months. José Muñoz said that the enforcement action has left the battery plant, jointly run by Hyundai and LG Energy Solutions, with a significant worker shortage. On September 4, ICE conducted a raid at the Hyundai-affiliated battery facility in Georgia, detaining hundreds of employees, many of whom were South Korean nationals. As a result, the plant is now expected to face a startup delay of two to…

General Motors’ CAMI Assembly Plant is set to restart production of the Chevrolet BrightDrop in November, according to a report by Automotive News. The union representing employees at General Motors’ CAMI Assembly Plant has revealed that production of the Chevrolet BrightDrop will resume in November, with a reduced workforce of under 400 hourly employees and without any on-site battery manufacturing. Mike Van Boekel, chairperson of Unifor Local 88 at the CAMI plant, stated that operations will be limited to a single shift and will proceed at a reduced line speed, leading to over 600 job cuts. He also mentioned that…

Nissan Motor is planning to launch its e-POWER hybrid vehicles in South Africa as a transitional step between conventional petrol engines and fully electric vehicles (EVs), according to a Reuters report. The move comes amid challenges such as affordability concerns, high import taxes, and infrastructure gaps, including limited power supply and inadequate EV charging facilities are hindering Africa’s automotive sector. Nissan’s e-POWER hybrids, which feature a small gasoline engine working alongside an electric motor, have already been launched in markets like Tunisia, Morocco, and Egypt. The automaker believes this technology, which uses a gasoline engine to generate electricity that powers…