The largest truck manufacturers are moving away from batteries for heavy-duty transport.
For quite a while, the dialogue around clean transportation has primarily focused on batteries—think longer ranges and quicker charging times, along with an increasing number of electric vehicles (EVs) on the roads. So, it’s intriguing that Toyota Motor Corporation has chosen to partner with Daimler Trucks and the Volvo Group. This prompts a logical inquiry: […]
Car manufacturers’ association calls on government to eliminate gas tax and implement a vehicle weight charge.
Proposal to Replace Gas Tax with Vehicle Fee The head of a major automotive industry association has urged the federal government to eliminate the gas tax in favor of a vehicle fee designed to address road infrastructure funding. This push comes from John Bozella, the CEO of the Automotive Innovation Alliance, which represents significant manufacturers […]
Car manufacturers’ association calls on the government to eliminate the gas tax and introduce a fee based on vehicle weight.
Industry Groups Propose Changes to Fund Road Infrastructure Leaders from automotive industry groups, representing a majority of major car manufacturers, are urging the federal government to reconsider the gasoline tax. They are looking for a replacement in the form of vehicle tolls to help cover road maintenance costs. John Bozella, who heads the Automotive Innovation […]
A $25K Chinese hybrid SUV gets tested — and a warning is given to US auto manufacturers
Edmunds, a well-known car shopping site, has recently tested a Chinese vehicle for the first time, and editor-in-chief Alistair Weaver noted a significant impression. He stated, “U.S. automakers have good reason to be concerned.” Although Chinese vehicles face a sort of ban in the U.S., Edmunds felt it was important to test them because American […]
Republican states support gun manufacturers in New York legal challenge against Letitia James
Republican Attorneys General Support Gun Manufacturers in New York Lawsuits Twenty Republican state attorneys general are rallying to support gun manufacturers in legal disputes in New York. This includes a lawsuit that directly targets Attorney General Letitia James, challenging her efforts to increase liability for these manufacturers. Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen led the charge […]
Governor Signs Legislation Offering More Protection to Gun Manufacturers Against Unwarranted Lawsuits
Utah Governor Signs Bill to Protect Gun Manufacturers On Thursday, Utah Governor Spencer Cox (R) enacted legislation aimed at reinforcing protections for gun manufacturers against unwarranted lawsuits. This new law is designated as HB 214. The NRA-ILA mentioned that it “enhances liability protections for firearm manufacturers, sellers, and industry organizations by shielding them from being […]
Small Business Owners and Manufacturers in the U.S. Continue to Experience Pressure from Trump’s Tariffs
President Donald Trump’s tariffs are continuing to create significant challenges for various small businesses in the U.S. In February, Trump implemented new 10% global tariffs after the Supreme Court ruled against the International Emergency Economic Powers Act’s use to impose tariffs. Small business owners have expressed concerns over rising costs, heightened uncertainty, and a lack […]
Trump’s Justice Department takes legal action against California regarding electric vehicle mandate that imposes mileage regulations on car manufacturers.
Trump Administration Sues California Over Fuel Efficiency Rules The Trump administration has initiated a lawsuit against California regarding its fuel efficiency regulations, which the state is believed to be using as a way to establish a sort of electric vehicle mandate, as reported by the California Post. On Thursday, the Justice Department filed the lawsuit […]
THADDEUS McCOTTER: The Risky Strategy by Big Tech and Car Manufacturers to Eliminate AM Radio
Concerns Over AM Radios in Cars Advancements in technology seem to be affecting American unity in various ways. Major tech companies and automakers are expressing a desire to remove AM radios from vehicles, opting instead for systems provided by tech giants like Google, Amazon, and Apple. As President Trump recently shared, this is a “very […]
Gavin Newsom describes Trump’s climate deregulation as a ‘death sentence’ for US car manufacturers while Californians enjoy $2,400 in savings.
Newsom Criticizes Trump’s Environmental Deregulation California Governor Gavin Newsom has claimed that the extensive environmental deregulation under the Trump administration could spell disaster for the U.S. auto industry. He criticized these rollbacks, which he argues save California drivers approximately $2,400, while he simultaneously seeks to highlight his administration’s role in fostering innovation in manufacturing. During […]