DETROIT — Chinese automakers pose a growing threat to their American counterparts — even without selling directly to consumers in the U.S. market. Sales of China-made vehicles are rising at notable rates in Asia, Europe and other countries outside those continents. China recently reported exports of more than 5 million vehicles in 2023, topping Japan to
ANN ARBOR—Is it actually cheaper to own an electric vehicle instead of a gas vehicle? It depends. University of Michigan researchers say that where you live matters. For instance, a midsize SUV costs more to own in Detroit than in San Francisco—one of the most expensive cities in the country. Cumulative recurring costs for a
BEIJING - NIO, the Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer, has made a significant breakthrough in EV technology by introducing a solid-state battery pack with exceptional energy density, allowing for a range of over 930 kilometers on a single charge. This leap forward promises to address range anxiety among EV consumers and could be a game-changer in
DETROIT - Despite reports that consumers are souring on buying electric vehicles, Paul Eisenstein from Headline.news says EV make up nearly 10 percent of sales this year. Paul joins Matt Roush and Mike Brennan on MITechTV to talk not only about EV sales, but also hybrids and hydrogen-power vehicles. Paul, formerly of the Detroit Bureau,
ANN ARBOR—Testing of a new autonomous shuttle is underway at the University of Michigan’s Mcity Test Facility to ensure the technology is ready to safely serve older adults and people with disabilities in the City of Detroit. Earlier this month, U-M researchers kicked off several months of testing with an autonomous vehicle provided by May Mobility,
DETROIT — As sales of all-electric vehicles grow more slowly than expected, major automakers are increasingly meeting their customers in the middle. More and more companies are reconsidering the viability of hybrid cars and trucks to appease consumer demand and avoid costly penalties related to federal fuel economy and emissions standards. The shifting strategies run
DETROIT - Prices of used electric vehicles are down roughly 30 percent year over year, according to market research studies using data from September and October. The cheaper prices might bode well for buyers, but they raise concerns that low resale values could hurt EV adoption among mainstream consumers. The falling prices also add fuel
NEW YORK - In a public letter to President Biden, 3,882 car dealers spread across the country are asking that his administration slow down its proposed regulations mandating the production and distribution of electric vehicles. The letter comes after the Biden Administration in April proposed a set of stringent climate regulations that could require two-thirds of
Driving in extreme weather can be a challenge and is best avoided if possible, as any car accident lawyer will attest. But there are some seasonal changes that it is impossible to avoid. The best place to start when driving in adverse weather is to invest in a good quality tire. Having a good quality
TOKYO - Solid-state batteries are one of the hottest areas of research in the EV industry. Nearly every major company in the auto industry is attempting to make them a viable power source for electric cars. Their compactness and lightweight - especially compared to the lithium-ion batteries currently installed in practically every EV - make them too tantalizing to
