EPA plans to revise Biden’s $5 billion electric school bus initiative by offering additional fuel options.
EPA to Revamp Electric School Bus Program WASHINGTON — The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is set to reform its electric school bus initiative, which has $2.3 billion in taxpayer funds available. The agency plans to introduce alternative fuel options through new grants using these remaining resources. On Thursday, EPA officials will seek input from school […]
Vermont’s Electric Buses Struggle in Winter Cold and Pose Fire Hazard
Challenges for Green Mountain Transit in Vermont’s Winter Green Mountain Transit in Vermont is facing major challenges with its electric bus operations this winter. The situation is worsened by a battery recall, which not only prevents charging indoors due to fire risks but also restricts charging at temperatures below 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reports indicate that […]
Vermont taxpayers spent $8 million on electric buses that are not suitable for cold weather.
Another Lesson Learned in Vermont’s Winter Here we go again. A valuable lesson emerges about the clash of political ambition and engineering realities, this time in Burlington, Vermont, during winter. While electric buses may function well in milder climates, the expectation that they can fully replace diesel buses in northern states during long, cold winters […]
Democrats Impose Extra Charge on Electric Vehicles to Highlight Their Affordability
Maryland Senate Proposes Electric Vehicle Fee A proposal from Maryland Democrats aims to introduce a fee on electric vehicles, which would help fund efforts to make these vehicles more affordable. Sponsored by Sen. Kevin Harris, the bill was presented on February 6 and seeks to create three distinct funds aimed at supporting solar energy, energy […]
Fanttik’s popular electric screwdriver is available for less than $50
Discovering the Joy of the Fanttik Nex E1 Max Electric Screwdriver I’m not the handiest of people, but after watching a pretty convincing TikTok, I decided to buy an electric screwdriver. Honestly, it’s been a game changer. I can’t help but share my excitement with my colleagues on the Shopping team. It feels a bit […]
Honda Sees 42% Decrease in Profits Because of Electric Vehicle Costs
Honda Experiences Profit Decline Amid Market Challenges Honda’s profit shrank by 42% from April to December 2025, largely due to U.S. tariffs and write-downs on electric vehicle (EV) assets. The automaker reported a net profit of 465.44 billion yen (approximately $2.99 billion) for the nine-month period ending in December. Despite these struggles, Honda has decided […]
Ford Acknowledges Electric Vehicle Sector Will Experience Financial Losses for Many Years Ahead
Ford’s Financial Challenges in Electric Vehicle Sector Ford has reported significant financial losses for 2025, primarily due to issues within its electric vehicle (EV) division. The company anticipates that this division will continue to face losses for at least the next three years. This week, Ford Motor Co. revealed that its EV sector is expected […]
Ford CEO Responds to Significant Quarterly Loss Following Electric Vehicle Efforts
Ford Reports Major Quarterly Loss On Tuesday, Ford announced its largest quarterly loss since the 2008 financial crisis, attributed mainly to difficulties within its electric vehicle (EV) division. The company indicated that weaker-than-anticipated demand for EVs was a key driver behind its fourth-quarter net loss of $11.1 billion. Reports suggest that tariffs and a fire […]
Newsom’s efforts for electric vehicles: Is Detroit able to move beyond California’s impact?
While Washington state is scaling back its electric vehicle mandates and emissions standards, California is heading in the opposite direction, capturing the attention of major automakers across the nation. Recently, executives from the Detroit Three met with regulators, reigniting discussions with the California Air Resources Board. These conversations are becoming increasingly significant for the U.S. […]
Ford reports a quarterly loss of $11.1 billion due to electric vehicle expenses, marking its worst quarter since 2008.
Ford Reports Significant Quarterly Loss Ford experienced its largest quarterly loss since 2008, primarily driven by setbacks in its electric vehicle (EV) segment, along with tariff impacts and issues with an aluminum supplier following a fire. The Detroit-based company announced a fourth-quarter net loss of $11.1 billion, which included significant adjustments to its EV program […]