Chinese electric vehicle makers reported stronger sales and deliveries in August, thanks to Beijing's expanded car trade in program and auto dealers building inventories.
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MarketWatch - Business
Olive Garden parent Darden’s earnings hit by ‘significant’ drop in traffic in July, but stock gains on Uber delivery tie-up
Darden Restaurants Inc.’s stock rose 7% Thursday, after the parent to Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse and other restaurant chains’ fiscal first-quarter earnings fell short of estimates, but it ...28 minutes ago -
CNBC - Business
Tesla’s Chinese rival Nio cuts price for new Onvo-branded car
There's yet another Chinese electric car aiming to undercut Tesla, with a steeper discount.1 hour ago - China -
NBC News - Top stories
August home sales drop more than expected, as prices set a new record
Sales of previously owned homes fell 2.5% in August from July, to a seasonally adjusted annualized rate of 3.86 million units, according to the National Association of Realtors.1 hour ago -
CNBC - Business
August home sales drop more than expected, as prices set a new record
The median price of an existing home sold in August was $416,700, up 3.1% from August 2023.1 hour ago -
The Guardian - World
Car industry calls for shift in EU emissions targets amid slowing EV sales
Automotive lobby group warns ‘multibillion-euro fines’ will punish manufacturers without relaxation of rules. Europe’s car industry has called for the relaxation of EU emissions targets after sales ...3 hours ago - European Union -
The New York Times - Top stories
Harris Had Stronger Debate, Polls Find, but the Race Remains Deadlocked
Kamala Harris holds an edge over Donald J. Trump in the battleground state of Pennsylvania. But new surveys found that the race remains a tossup nationally.6 hours ago -
The New York Times - Business
Chinese Automakers’ Answer to E.U. Tariffs: Build in Europe
BYD, which leads China’s electric vehicle sector, is constructing a plant in Hungary while its Chinese rivals expand through joint ventures in Europe.6 hours ago - China -
Financial Times - World
Australia’s exemplar for the world on building economic security
Despite interventionist industrial policy rhetoric, Canberra has maintained open trade and a market economy11 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
401(k) auto-enrollment and auto-escalation were supposed to help people save for retirement. Here’s what happened instead.
Behavioral finance ‘nudges’ and other helpful features ran into a surprising obstacle14 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Tests show electric vehicles may pose safety threat to U.S. roads
New crash tests indicate the safety infrastructure lining the nation's roads may not be strong enough to handle impacts from some electric vehicles, which tend to be heavier than their gas-powered ...15 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Oil futures trim losses after fall in U.S. crude inventories, Fed rate cut
Oil futures trimmed losses Wednesday, after government data showed U.S. crude inventories fell last week and the Fed delivered a half-point rate cut.19 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
The New York Times - Sports
W.N.B.A. Announces Expansion to Portland, Ore.
The league’s 15th franchise will begin play in 2026.19 hours ago -
Inc. - Business
Executive Leaders Need to Build a Foundation of Self-Care
Women, especially, should take time to reflect on and implement how to prioritize emotional well-being.19 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
In Norway, EVs now outnumber gas-powered vehicles
In Norway, electric vehicles (EVs) now outnumber gas-powered vehicles, according to latest vehicle registration data from the Norwegian Road Federation released on Tuesday. Norway, a major oil ...20 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
GM offers Tesla Supercharger adapters to electric vehicle owners for $225 a pop
Detroit automaker's U.S. customers will be able to buy GM-approved NACS DC adapter through vehicle brand's mobile apps.23 hours ago - Tesla -
VentureBeat - Tech
LG Nova launches partner alliance program to catalyze innovation
LG Electronics announced the launch of the LG Nova Partner Alliance Program, a platform that brings together corporate partners and startups.23 hours ago -
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GM offering adapters to help electric vehicle owners access Tesla chargers
General Motors is now offering adapters to help its electric vehicle owners access Tesla chargersYesterday - Tesla -
Financial Times - World
Italian PM Meloni condemns EU’s green rules for struggling auto industry
Prime minister calls ban on new fossil-fuel engines from 2035 ‘self-destructive’Yesterday -
Wired - Tech
Do You Need an Antivirus Program on Windows?
Just keeping all your software up to date will go a long way toward ensuring you’re safe from threats. But follow these tips to stay as protected as possible.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Electric vehicles raise safety concerns as to whether guardrails can handle car's excess weight
Guardrails on U.S. roads are typically tested against vehicles weighing up to 5,000 lbs. However, many electric vehicles weigh up to 30% more than that, raising safety concerns on whether ...Yesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
New-home construction posts biggest increase in 6 months
Construction on new U.S. homes rose 9.6% in August, the Commerce Department said Wednesday.Yesterday -
The New York Times - Business
G.M. Electric Vehicles Gain Access to Tesla Chargers
After a delay of several months, General Motors said owners of its battery-powered models would now be able to use Tesla charging stations with adapters.Yesterday - Tesla -
BBC News - Top stories
Taiwan pager maker stunned by link to Lebanon attacks
The race to find the manufacturer of pagers that exploded in Lebanon leads to a Taiwanese company.Yesterday - Taiwan -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
A decade later, 'The Babadook' is still with us, stronger than ever in memes
We check in with Australian director Jennifer Kent about her horror breakthrough, now 10 years old but still the stuff of nightmares and unlikely empowerment.Yesterday -
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The New York Times - Top stories
Trump Makes Big Promises, With Little Detail, for Michigan’s Auto Industry
At his first campaign event since the apparent assassination attempt on Sunday, Donald J. Trump used dire language to insist that if he loses in November it would crush auto jobs.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
NBC News - Politics
Trump thanks officers, blames Democrats after apparent assassination attempt
Former President Trump returned to the campaign trail for the first time after Sunday's apparent assassination attempt at his golf course in Florida. Trump praised the law enforcement response, and ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
The Hill - Politics
California's Farm to School program is bringing business and climate-friendly practices to farms: Report
Food producers who have participated in California's state-funded "Farm to School" grant program are benefiting from significant growth in their business revenues, a new progress report has found. ...Yesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
2-, 10-year Treasury yields bounce off 2024 lows after August retail-sales data
Treasury yields rose slightly on Tuesday, but remained not far from their lowest closing levels in one or two years, after August’s retail-sales report pointed to a U.S. economy that remains stable.Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
'Severe' geomagnetic storm reported: Will it spark auroras, impact electrical grids?
You may have seen the northern lights last night, but will you get the same chance tonight?Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Arrests at southern border rose slightly in August
Arrests at the southern border ticked up last month for the first time since the rollout of a new Biden administration policy limiting access to asylum. The Border Patrol made about 58,000 arrests ...2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Norway: electric cars outnumber petrol for first time in ‘historic milestone’
Nordic country, paradoxically a major oil producer, has set target for all new cars sold to be zero emission. Electric cars now outnumber petrol cars in Norway for the first time, an industry ...2 days ago -
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The Wall Street Journal - World
U.S. Officials Jet to Beijing Amid Flood of Cheap Chinese Exports
In the talks, Washington intends to highlight concerns over China’s manufacturing overcapacity.2 days ago - China -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
Malaysian Glove Makers' Shares Jump as U.S. Plans Higher Tariffs on Chinese Gloves
Malaysian glove stocks surged after the U.S. said it plans to impose higher and earlier tariffs on Chinese gloves, a move likely to ease competition for Southeast Asian manufacturers.2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
The 9 best laptops for fall 2024 are whip-smart thanks to AI
Here are our top picks for the best Windows and MacBook laptop computers that offer the latest AI tools2 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
6 things from MLB's weekend: Yankees look stronger than ever
The Yankees and Tigers earned statement wins this weekend, while the Dodgers and Mets dealt with more injuries.2 days ago - MLB