Autonomous Vehicles
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Tesla's "Robotaxi" service in Austin has failed to meet Elon Musk's promises after 8 months, operating only 42 cars instead of the promised 500, with 19% availability and a crash rate 9 times worse than human drivers. Electrek
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Tesla's "Full Self-Driving" software attempted to drive a vehicle into a lake, according to a viral video with over 1 million views, highlighting ongoing safety concerns with the system. Electrek
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XPeng showcased its AI-driven Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) to UN delegates during the Informal Working Group on Automated Driving Systems session in China. EV Blog
Electric Vehicles
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Ford CEO Jim Farley reportedly spoke with the Trump Administration about partnering with Chinese EV makers in the US, which would represent a "watershed moment." Electrek
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Stellantis plans to bring back diesel versions of at least seven models across Europe after overestimating EV demand in the region. EV Blog
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Affordable EVs are proving to be a lifeline for automakers amid market slowdown, with cheaper models showing strong demand even as the US market pivots back to hybrid and ICE vehicles after federal subsidy elimination. MoveMnt
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Volkswagen Group is planning to cut costs by 20% across all brands by the end of 2028, facing pressure from weak Chinese demand, US tariffs, and high development costs. EV Blog
Product Launches
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Royal Enfield CEO confirmed the Flying Flea C6 electric motorcycle is "almost ready for production" and will launch in the next quarter, signaling an early 2026 release. Electrek
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Kia's EV5 midsize electric SUV is getting an overhaul with improved exterior and an unexpected interior surprise. Electrek
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Merida launched its new ETMO range, described as the brand's most price-focused Bosch-powered electric mountain bikes targeting the budget-conscious market. Electrek
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Rivian R2's official pricing has been described as "quite compelling" by automotive reviewer Doug DeMuro ahead of its March 12 reveal. EV Blog
AI/Automation
- Tesla rolled out xAI's Grok generative AI chatbot to vehicles in nine European countries. EV Blog
Vehicle Technology
- McLaren's stability control systems were tested on frozen lake conditions, demonstrating advanced capabilities in low-grip environments. Ars Technica
Market Performance
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Morgan Stanley increased its Rivian stake by 46.9% in Q4 while reducing its Tesla position for the third consecutive quarter to the lowest level since 2023. EV Blog
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Nio Group registered only 56 vehicles across European markets in January, with Germany posting its weakest month in three years. EV Blog
Infrastructure
- Nio set a new record with 146,649 battery swaps in a single day during Chinese New Year holiday travel, operating the world's largest battery swap network. EV Blog