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The Dodge Charger Daytona SRT Banshee, envisioned as the flagship of Dodge’s shift to electric vehicles and the successor to the supercharged SRT Hellcat, was expected to deliver extreme performance and presence. However, according to a recent report from Mopar Insiders, Dodge has decided to scrap production plans for the Daytona SRT Banshee before it even made it to production. Following the debut of the Charger Daytona SRT Concept in 2022, Dodge declared it would “muscle aside the boring BEV paradigm” and redefine the electric vehicle experience. As per new reports, the high-performance electric Dodge Charger has become the latest…

The Canadian government is investing $4.7 million to deploy 96 U.S.-manufactured electric vehicle fast chargers across Western Canada, according to a report by Automotive News. The funding will be from Natural Resources Canada’s Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program. Wallbox, based in Arlington, Texas, will provide the electric vehicle chargers for installation in public areas throughout Alberta and British Columbia. The installation will be handled by Calgary-based SureTek Electric & Technologies Limited, while its subsidiary, SureCharge, will oversee the operation of the charging network. The Government of British Columbia will contribute $400,000 to support the installation of chargers in the province.…

Hyundai is significantly reducing the U.S. price of its 2026 Ioniq 5 in an effort to maintain strong electric vehicle sales despite the phase-out of federal tax credits. Hyundai disclosed that select trims of the 2026 Ioniq 5 will see price cuts of up to $9,800. If the discount applies to base models, the electric crossover could start in the low $30,000 range—potentially giving it a strong edge over competitors. However, the company has not yet confirmed which specific trims will receive the price reductions. Hyundai stated that the price adjustments “reflect Hyundai’s commitment to affordability and its long-term EV…

Ford and GM are working with dealer networks to roll out programs that would effectively offer consumers a $7,500 credit, instead of the now-expired federal EV tax credit, at least through the fourth quarter. The federal EV tax credit ended on Tuesday due to a new directive from the Trump administration, effectively dismantling the subsidy that had supported electric vehicle buyers in various forms for nearly 17 years. According to Reuters, Ford and GM have had their financing divisions place down payments on electric vehicles currently held in dealer inventory, thereby initiating the purchase process. These payments meet the requirement…

Mercedes-Benz is advancing its efforts to lessen the environmental impact of its electric vehicles by integrating low-carbon aluminum into manufacturing. The move aligns with the luxury carmaker’s overarching plan to achieve greater decarbonization across its operations. The aluminum, supplied through a partnership with Norwegian metal producer Norsk Hydro, is used in manufacturing Mercedes-Benz’s new electric CLA model. The companies did not provide a detailed cost breakdown but revealed that producing the new CLA led to a 40% decrease in CO₂ emissions compared to the earlier non-electric version. Norsk Hydro’s CEO, Eivind Kallevik, explained that decarbonizing supply chains can be expensive,…

The federal EV tax credit officially ends today, marking the last opportunity for buyers or lessees of eligible electric vehicles to claim up to $7,500 in savings. The long-standing incentive, which also offered up to $4,000 for used EVs, will expire under the legislation passed earlier this summer as part of President Donald Trump’s so-called ‘Big Beautiful Bill.’ The $7,500 federal incentive, implemented in two major phases over nearly 17 years, was created to promote the manufacturing and adoption of electric vehicles in the U.S. It played a major role in making EVs more affordable, helping to lower prices for…

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has authorized two autonomous driving companies, Pony ai and WeRide, to begin testing self-driving vehicles on the city’s roads. The initiative aligns with Dubai’s strategy to incorporate robotaxis into its public transportation system, advancing the city’s goal to shift a quarter of all travel to autonomous vehicles by 2030. The development comes after the companies revealed plans to launch robotaxi services in Singapore. Pony ai has begun pilot trials in specific parts of Dubai, aiming to roll out a driverless taxi service by 2026. Meanwhile, WeRide secured its trial permit by the RTA earlier…

Tesla has delivered its first electric vehicle in India following years of prolonged delays. The launch featured the Model Y, with two variants. Deliveries began on Monday, roughly two months after its official launch in July in Mumbai. The Long Range version of the Model Y is expected to be delivered shortly, though Tesla has not revealed any figures regarding sales or deliveries. New Model Y buyers will be provided with a free Wall Connector for convenient charging. Additionally, Tesla owners can access charging facilities at Tesla Charging Stations located in Mumbai and Delhi. The rear-wheel drive Model Y is…

First Brands Group, a leading global supplier of automotive parts, disclosed that the company and certain affiliates voluntarily filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Sunday in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas. The filing revealed over $10 billion in total liabilities, marking one of the most notable collapses in the private debt market in recent years. The Ohio-based auto parts firm, owned by Malaysian businessman Patrick James, did not disclose exact liabilities but estimated them to range from $10 billion to $50 billion, while its assets were valued between $1 billion and $10 billion. Complete…

Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant BYD anticipates that exports will account for roughly 20% of its global sales this year, driven by enhanced logistics and the introduction of new models, according to a report by South China Morning Post. Li Yunfei, BYD’s general manager of branding and public relations, stated that the automaker expects to deliver between 800,000 and 1 million vehicles outside mainland China in 2025, out of a projected total of 4.6 million units. Li noted that BYD’s growing export volume was supported by its own fleet of car-carrier ships. The company currently operates eight large vessels, with…