Trump signs executive order to reverse Biden’s electric vehicle policies

Trump signs executive order to reverse Biden’s electric vehicle policies

President Donald Trump signed an executive order signaling his intention to eliminate the Biden administration’s electric vehicle policies, which he has falsely labeled a “mandate.” Trump also signed an order signaling his intent to weaken tailpipe emission standards, which would be a major blow to the environment. The orders were among a barrage of executive actions taken by Trump in the immediate aftermath of his inauguration on Monday, as he set to work undoing some of the accomplishmen...
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Hotel goes hi-tech with electric vehicle charger

Hotel goes hi-tech with electric vehicle charger

Owners of electric vehicles can now charge up their vehicles if needed at an electric vehicle (EV) charging station located at Port Alfred’s Royal St Andrews Hotel.  Though research is not available at this stage, early indications are that not too many folk own electric vehicles in the Port Alfred precinct. “I think there might be only one or two,” says the hotel’s managing director, Justin Bekker.  “However we do have hotel guests who have used the EV facility over the past few wee...
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Newsom Capitulates, Withdraws Bid to Regulate Electric Vehicles Sales, Phaseout Gas-Powered Ones

Newsom Capitulates, Withdraws Bid to Regulate Electric Vehicles Sales, Phaseout Gas-Powered Ones

On December 18, the Environmental Protection Agency greenlit a major piece of California Governor Gavin Newsom’s progressive fever dream.  The Biden administration today approved California’s groundbreaking mandate phasing out new gas-powered cars just weeks before the incoming Trump administration poses a threat of overturning electric vehicle and climate rules. The granting of the waiver by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency allows California to move forward in requiring 35% of...
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BYD Partners with Grab to Provide 50,000 Electric Vehicles Across Southeast Asia

BYD Partners with Grab to Provide 50,000 Electric Vehicles Across Southeast Asia

On January 15, 2025, Chinese automaker BYD announced its strategic partnership with Southeast Asian mobility giant Grab, to deliver 50,000 BYD electric vehicles for Grab drivers across the region. Through this collaboration, Grab and BYD hope to drive the electrification of Southeast Asia’s transportation sector by providing BYD vehicles to its partners and drivers at the most competitive prices and with enhanced battery warranty services. Drivers can choose to lease electric vehicles from Gra...
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Global Electric Vehicle Sales Surge 25% in Record 2024

Global Electric Vehicle Sales Surge 25% in Record 2024

Published 11:34 IST, January 14th 2025 Global sales of fully electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles rose by a quarter last year to over 17 million cars, helped by a fourth consecutive month of record sales in December as China continued to grow and Europe stabilised. Follow: Electric Vehicle | Image: Freepik Global EV Sales: Global sales of fully electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles rose by a quarter last year to over 17 million cars, helped by a fourth consecutive month of record sales in Decembe...
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How Norway became an electric vehicle pioneer

How Norway became an electric vehicle pioneer

Norway has cemented its reign as a leader in electric vehicle purchases with nine out of 10 new cars sold in Norway last year being powered by electricity. The Scandinavian nation is “leagues ahead” in the “electric car race”, said Quartz, and has “become the poster child” for the transition to EVs, said DW. Subscribe to The Week The Week provides readers with a wide range of perspectives from 200 trusted news sources. Try 6 Free Issues Sign up for The Week’...
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Uncertainty over Trump’s electric vehicle policies clouds 2025 forecast for carmakers

Uncertainty over Trump’s electric vehicle policies clouds 2025 forecast for carmakers

Electric vehicle demand is expected to keep rising this year, but uncertainty over policy changes and tariffs is clouding the forecast ByDAMIAN J. TROISE AP business writer NEW YORK — Electric vehicle demand is expected to keep rising this year, but uncertainty over policy changes and tariffs is clouding the forecast. S&P Global Mobility expects global sales of 15.1 million battery electric vehicles in 2025, which would mark a 30% jump. Battery electric vehicles are expected to make u...
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CES 2025 | Honda unveils new electric vehicles, new OS

CES 2025 | Honda unveils new electric vehicles, new OS

HomeAuto NewsCES 2025 | Honda unveils new electric vehicles, new OS Honda unveiled its Zero Saloon and SUV EVs, featuring solid-state batteries with 400+ mile range, and its AI-powered ASIMO OS at CES 2025. These innovations emphasise sustainable mobility, connectivity, and Honda’s push into EV and AI markets. By Vijay Anand   January 8, 2025, 12:47:50 AM IST (Published) Carmaker Honda made waves at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2025 by unveiling its latest electric vehicles (EVs) and...
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New EV Tax Credits in 2025: Every Electric Vehicle Incentive

New EV Tax Credits in 2025: Every Electric Vehicle Incentive

Andrew Beckford’s passion for cars started as a middle schooler when his friend Richie explained how an internal combustion engine works. He was bitten by the bug and the rest, as they say, is history. He dug deep into the tuner scene and eventually wrote for Turbo Magazine, Import Tuner, Super Street. He covered car shows, feature builds, and reviewed racing games for those magazines in addition to covering motorsports including Formula Drift, Indy Car, and F1 for his personal blog. Eventuall...
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Vape and electric vehicle taxes coming to Alberta in 2025

Vape and electric vehicle taxes coming to Alberta in 2025

Published Jan 01, 2025  •  Last updated 5 hours ago  •  3 minute read Alberta government set to charge a new tax on vape products, starting on Jan. 1. Photo by Steven Senne /Postmedia With a new year comes new taxes. In its 2024-25 budget, the Alberta government unveiled two new taxes that will be imposed on some Albertans in 2025 — a vape tax and a registration fee for electric vehicles. The vape tax will come into effect on Wednesday, which is intended “to discourage the use of va...
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