Senate Prevents California from Implementing Electric Car Requirement
Washington: On Thursday, U.S. Senators moved to undermine California’s innovative initiative to phase out gas-powered vehicles, thereby impacting the state’s transition to electric vehicles in the context of broader climate change policies. The Senate, led by Republicans, rescinded a waiver previously granted under President Joe Biden that allowed California to bypass national pollution standards for […]
Senate Abolishes California’s National Electric Vehicle Mandate Fulfilling Campaign Commitment
Senate Votes to End California’s EV Mandate On Thursday morning, the Senate voted to eliminate California’s de facto electric vehicle (EV) mandate and to reverse a key promise from President Donald Trump’s campaign regarding the ban on gas-powered cars. The resolution, put forth by Republican Senator Shelley Moore Capito from West Virginia, passed with a […]
California’s clean air rules at risk as the U.S. faces losing the global electric vehicle competition
There was a time when Republicans and Democrats came together on issues like clean air and water, but those days feel distant now. It’s hard to believe that figures like Richard Nixon and Ronald Reagan once championed the Clean Air Act and the Montreal Protocol. This week, however, Senate Republicans are set to misuse Congressional […]
Chevrolet Blazer EV SS becomes the first electric pace car in Daytona 500 history
Chevrolet’s Historic Moment at Daytona 500 At the 67th Daytona 500, Chevrolet introduced the 2025 Blazer EV SS as the official pace car, marking a significant milestone as the first electric vehicle to lead this prestigious race. This event reflects a shift towards electrification in the automotive industry while still honoring the Daytona heritage. The […]
Steve Milloy: The Senate Should Dismiss the Parliamentarian Regarding Electric Vehicles
Who actually leads the Senate? Is it Senator John Tune, the majority leader, or is it more about the influence of party members like Harry Reid and Elizabeth MacDonough? This question could determine whether the Republican-controlled Senate can decide this week on the potential repeal of the Biden EPA’s decision to allow California to create […]
Jeff Bezos supports a $20,000 electric pickup truck featuring a modular design.
Jeff Bezos is backing a new and ambitious startup in the electric vehicle sector—Slate Auto. They’ve introduced a straightforward, modular electric pickup known as the slate truck. Priced at around $20,000 after the federal EV incentive, it offers some surprisingly radical features. The base version of the slate truck is stripped down, lacking power windows, […]
Vermont pauses electric vehicle mandates as governor states ‘existing targets’ are not achievable.
On Tuesday, Vermont Governor Phil Scott made the decision to suspend the state’s requirements for electric vehicle sales concerning passenger cars and medium-duty trucks. This move comes amid growing questions about the practicality of the zero-emission vehicle rules originally set by California. Vermont is among 11 states, alongside New York, Maryland, and Massachusetts, that have […]
Electric air taxi company Joby Aviation seeks to make connections in Washington, but has strong links to anti-Trump billionaire Reid Hoffman.
A company focused on electric air taxis, which have been compared to vehicles from “The Jetsons,” is looking to start commercial flights soon. Joby Aviation, the firm in question, aims to receive federal approval and launch passenger services by early 2026. They’ve garnered interest from major players like Uber, Toyota, and Delta. The sleek four-passenger […]
States with Democratic leadership take legal action against the Trump administration regarding funds for electric vehicle charging stations.
The Blue State coalition filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration on Wednesday after it ceased a federally funded initiative. The District of Columbia, along with 16 states, including California, Colorado, and Washington, is challenging actions that threaten the Federal Highway Administration’s $5 billion National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program. In January, President Trump […]
Electric vehicle manufacturer recalls more than 27,000 cars due to potential issues.
Polestar has issued a recall for over 27,800 Polestar 2 electric vehicles in the US due to concerns that the backup camera may not function properly. In a report to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Polestar noted that the recalled vehicles might display a message indicating that the “camera is temporarily unavailable,” leading […]