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Industry standards are essential to EV adoption in the US: ANSI report
A new roadmap from the American National Standards Institute lays out dozens of recommendations to support the widespread deployment of electric vehicles.
By Eric Walz • June 16, 2023 -
Ford and GM execs have lingering questions about the Inflation Reduction Act
Automakers are anxiously awaiting further federal guidance on how to ensure their vehicles qualify for EV consumer tax credits.
By Kate Magill • June 16, 2023 -
Texas ready to invest $1.4B in state chip industry
The new funds would complement federal efforts to promote domestic semiconductor manufacturing.
By Sara Samora • June 14, 2023 -
With summer looming, safety advocates turn up the heat on NHTSA to mandate rear-seat alert systems
While a proposed rule to install child-presence alerts in cars has stalled, supplier Continental has rolled out a safety feature that notifies drivers immediately if a child is left alone in the cabin.
By Michael Brady • June 13, 2023 -
California approves Mercedes-Benz Level 3 autonomous driving system for public roads
Drive Pilot, which will be available on the 2024 S-Class and EQS sedans, allows drivers to read a book or check email at speeds under 40 mph.
By Eric Walz • June 12, 2023 -
Deep Dive
7 trends transforming the automotive industry
Technology is reshaping how car makers design, build, sell and service vehicles as they shift to electrification, boost domestic manufacturing and develop new hardware and software partnerships.
By Eric Walz • June 12, 2023 -
NHTSA considering automatic emergency braking requirements for automakers
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says the proposal could save lives, but it may face pushback from car manufacturers.
By Eric Walz • June 2, 2023 -
Energy Department cancels $200M Microvast battery grant
The Texas-based battery maker said the decision will not impact its commitment to grow its U.S. manufacturing footprint.
By Sara Samora • May 23, 2023 -
Connected vehicle technology advances in US with FCC waiver approval
Ford, Audi, Jaguar Land Rover North America, two state transportation departments and nine other companies will be able to invest in technology essential for fully autonomous vehicles.
By Dan Zukowski • May 9, 2023 -
Booming EV sales amp up the pressure on cities and companies to meet charging demand
“This is a wake-up call,” an executive at an energy management company said. “The transformation required to enable widespread vehicle electrification will be a massive challenge.”
By Dan Zukowski • April 13, 2023 -
Tighter EPA vehicle emissions standards may speed up electric vehicle transition
The new emissions standards would apply to 2027 through 2032 model-year vehicles, but they would not mandate EVs, leaving it up to automakers to decide how to meet the rules.
By Dan Zukowski • April 12, 2023 -
Deep Dive
Biden ‘EV revolution’ delayed as utilities, carmakers await critical IRS guidance on Inflation Reduction Act
A domestic EV industry and a national charging network buildout await federal agency interpretations of complex IRA tax credit and supply chain requirements.
By Herman K. Trabish • March 17, 2023 -
$700 million for community EV charging now available from federal grant program
Cities, counties, other local governments and tribes can apply for grants for public charging in urban and rural communities.
By Dan Zukowski • March 14, 2023 -
AI Helps Auto Lenders Navigate Regulators’ Scrutiny
In addition to providing real-time, no-touch loan processing capabilities, today’s AI-powered software enables lenders to comply with regulatory requirements and be audit-ready.
By Justin Wickett • March 14, 2023 -
Federal infrastructure funds begin to flow, mostly to roadwork
Spending on roadway contracts in 2022 was more than 29 times higher than spending on rail and transit contracts, according to American Road & Transportation Builders Association data.
By Dan Zukowski • March 3, 2023 -
In EV adoption, most US states lag California by at least 5 years
Greater investment in charging infrastructure could help build consumer acceptance of electric vehicles, auto industry experts from PricewaterhouseCoopers said.
By Dan Zukowski • Feb. 10, 2023 -
Setting up Manufacturing in Vietnam: Legal and Policy Challenges
"Setting up Manufacturing in Vietnam: Legal and Policy Challenges" Interview by GlobalAutoIndustry.com's Ron Hesse features Tran Ngoc Trung, Senior Regulatory Advisor at Baker McKenzie Vietnam. Mr. Trung has been the key external legal counsel for most of Vietnamese auto manufacturers in the last 5 years.
Feb. 6, 2023 -
EV transition not keeping pace with US climate goals: report
Gas-powered cars need tighter regulations for the U.S. to meet its 2030 emissions target, while not enough urban charging or utility upgrades could constrain electrification, one report author said.
By Dan Zukowski • Jan. 31, 2023 -
Safety Sells, But Explaining It to Car Buyers Is Challenging
Test drives are key to offering customers’ safety options, says Gonen Barkan of Arbe Robotics.
By Steve Finlay • Jan. 11, 2023 -
Why Chicago Fed Believes Chip Crisis Not Close to End
Kristin Dziczek, Chicago Fed automotive policy advisor, sees more chips per vehicle, mature technology reliance, uncertainty regarding long-term needs and mismatches between product lifecycles as reasons for the ongoing automotive chip shortage.
By Maite Bezerra • Dec. 2, 2022 -
Global Mobile Alert Technology Aims to Prevent Driver Distraction
Global Mobile Alert’s Driver Distraction Alert app is an example of the software developer’s technology designed to improve safety by reducing distractions from gadgets and other activities done while driving.
By By Global Mobile Alert • Oct. 31, 2022 -
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California Gas-Only Ban Should Prompt Industry Health Check
Now is the time for automotive OEMs to do a comprehensive health check of their innovation operations so they can make the adjustments needed to keep pace with aggressive regulatory timelines.
By Vinny Kaimal • Oct. 24, 2022 -
Russia Planning for More Self-Sufficient Auto Industry
The main objectives of the new government strategy are to stimulate demand for cars among Russian consumers and to achieve 80% localization of vehicle and vehicle components production.
By Eugene Gerden • Sept. 27, 2022 -
Passenger Safety Remains the Priority – No Matter What Vehicle We Choose
Mobility is changing, but safety features remain top of mind as consumers research and shop for their next vehicles.
By Chris Gorton • Sept. 8, 2022 -
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Government, OEMs Nudging Dealers Toward EVs
Between the OEM agency model, EV incentives in the federal Inflation Reduction Act and California phasing out internal-combustion-powered vehicles, it’s not hard to read the handwriting on the wall.
By John F. Possumato • Sept. 1, 2022