Tesla is bracing for a challenging production ramp-up for its most anticipated products, the Cybercab robotaxi and the Optimus humanoid robot, with CEO Elon Musk warning that initial output will…
The burgeoning artificial intelligence sector is creating a new threat to the automotive industry, potentially triggering a shortage of critical computer chips. This development comes as the sector grapples with…
In a move that has disgruntled its dealership network, Acura has temporarily halted production of its top-selling RDX crossover. This decision comes as the automaker pivots towards electrification, a transition…
United States officials have strongly criticized a recent trade agreement between Canada and China that lowers tariff barriers for Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) entering Canada. Industry leaders and politicians on…
In a significant development for the electric vehicle market, Tesla is experiencing a downturn in Europe, while the Chevrolet Equinox EV emerges as a top seller in the U.S., and…
Welcome back to Critical Materials, your daily source for the biggest stories at the intersection of mobility and tech. On today’s docket: Europeans continue to show hesitancy towards Tesla vehicles,…
Electric vehicles (EVs) are increasingly becoming a less divisive topic, with a recent study indicating a softening of Republican resistance and growing openness to the technology across the political spectrum.…
Welcome to Critical Materials, your essential briefing on the transformative forces shaping the future of transportation. Today, we’re diving into the rapidly approaching reality of fully automated car factories, a…
The Tesla Model Y Dominates U.S. EV Market, Outpacing All Competitors Despite recent challenges and evolving market dynamics, the Tesla Model Y has solidified its position as America’s most popular…
GM Faces Steep Costs as EV Ambitions Shift Amid Policy Changes General Motors (GM) is undergoing a significant financial reckoning, announcing a substantial $7.1 billion in charges for the fourth…
While the much-anticipated CES 2026 might have felt subdued on the electric vehicle front to some, the underlying narrative of the autonomous driving race was clearer than ever. Amidst the…
Welcome to Critical Materials, your essential daily briefing on the electric vehicle and technology landscape. Today, we unpack General Motors’ significant financial adjustments to its EV strategy, a move driven…
The Software Revolution in Modern Vehicles For years, automotive manufacturers treated software as an afterthought – a static component requiring dealership visits only when problems arose. This approach worked until…
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