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Auto giants launch a flurry of cheaper electric vehicles — taking the fight to China

Europe's top carmakers unveiled low-cost EVs at the Paris Motor Show this week, seeking to recapture some of the market share held by Chinese brands.

Business - CNBC - October 17

5 dead after small jet crashes into vehicle after taking off in suburban Phoenix

A small jet crashed into a vehicle Tuesday after taking off from a suburban Phoenix airport, killing five people, police said.

Small jet crashes into vehicle after taking off near Phoenix, killing 5

The business jet struck the vehicle outside airport property, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.

Leonardo, Rheinmetall Enter Combat Vehicle Joint Venture

Italy’s Leonardo and Germany’s Rheinmetall entered a joint venture for the development and production of combat vehicles, targeting potential orders of up to $54.55 billion.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 15

Birmingham Airport back open after evacuation

Flights were grounded and passengers told to leave the building as police investigated a suspicious vehicle.

EU drives through tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles

Levies totalling up to 45% needed to compensate for Beijing’s ‘injurious’ subsidies, says Brussels

Business - Financial Times - October 30

Fuel duty frozen but vehicle excise duty surges

Motoring organisations said chancellor’s reversal of planned fuel duty rises was ‘a big relief’

World - Financial Times - October 30

Peugeot owner and VW call for faster switch to electric vehicles

Stellantis chief warns that longer transition to EVs is a ‘big trap’ at Paris motor show. Business live – latest updates Bosses at two of Europe’s biggest car manufacturers have called an ...

World - The Guardian - October 14

Hong Kong’s IPO market could benefit from robo-vehicle boom

If Horizon reaches its $696mn target, it would be the city’s largest initial public offering this year

World - Financial Times - October 16

Des Moines man arrested after explosion damages vehicle in 'targeted attack'

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 16

Hyundai Recalls Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicles Over Fire Risk

Hyundai is recalling its hydrogen-powered SUVs from the 2019 through 2024 model years.

Business - Inc. - October 17

US investigates 2.4m Tesla self-driving vehicles after reported collisions

Road safety agency opens evaluation over reported collisions in low visibility. The US government’s road safety agency has opened an investigation into 2.4m Tesla vehicles with the automaker’s ...

World - The Guardian - October 18

What consumers should know about buying used electric vehicles

Used EVs are some of the most budget friendly cars on the market. Consumer Reports expert Brian Vines breaks down the pros and cons of used electric vehicles, and what consumers should look for ...

Honda Plans Recall for 720,800 U.S. Vehicles Over Fuel Pump Worries

Concerns that a high-pressure fuel pump may crack and leak fuel in 2023-2025 Accords, CR-V Hybrids, and Honda Civics prompted the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to request the recall.

Business - Inc. - October 22

Gang Gunfire in Haiti Hits U.S. Embassy Vehicles and U.N. Helicopter

The attacks this week point to an escalation of violence as the situation worsens and gangs overwhelm security forces, including a multinational force.

World - The New York Times - October 25

U.S.-supplied military vehicles proving critical to Ukraine's battle efforts

The U.S. has supplied Ukraine with over $60 billion in military assistance since Russia invaded in 2022, including Stryker fighting vehicles used by Ukraine's 80th Air Assault Brigade to launch an ...

Bolivia’s Morales says vehicle fired upon as political tensions rise

Bolivian ex-president Evo Morales said on Sunday his vehicle was fired upon amid rising political tensions in the South American country between a faction around the iconic former leader and the ...

G.M.’s Electric Vehicle Sales Surge as Ford Loses Billions

Ford is struggling to make money on battery-powered models while General Motors, which started more slowly, says it is getting close to that goal.

Business - The New York Times - October 30

The EU is imposing duties on electric vehicles from China after trade talks fail

The European Union says it will impose duties on imports of electric vehicles from China on Wednesday after talks between Brussels and Beijing failed to find an amicable solution to their trade ...

World - ABC News - October 30

What to know about Europe's tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles

The European Union has finalized its sharply higher customs duties on electric vehicles imported from China

Tech - ABC News - October 30

Europe Imposes Higher Tariffs on Electric Vehicles Made in China

The tariffs, some as high as 45 percent, are intended to protect Europe’s automotive sector, but they could escalate a trade war with China.

Business - The New York Times - 6 days ago

Officer injured as riot police called to Edinburgh fireworks disorder

Police say a number of people have been involved in disorder in the same area of Edinburgh where there were attacks last year.

Why Toyota and Honda vehicles have such high resale values

Toyota and Honda hold their value better than just about any other brand. CNBC looks at how they got this way and explores what could knock them off the podium.

Business - CNBC - 2 days ago

Taking Time

Daylight saving time ends tomorrow. How will you make use of the extra hour?

World - The New York Times - 4 days ago

Investigation underway after man tried to enter Trump Coachella rally perimeter with guns in vehicle

Federal authorities are investigating after a man with guns in his vehicle was arrested Saturday after he was stopped at a checkpoint near a campaign rally for former President Donald Trump.

Politics - NBC News - October 14

Tesla shares jump on profit beat, Musk's prediction of at least 20% 'vehicle growth' next year

Tesla reported better-than-expected profit in its third-quarter earnings report on Wednesday.

Business - CNBC - October 24

Tesla shares jump, Elon Musk predicts at least 20% vehicle growth next year

Tesla reported third-quarter earnings Wednesday that topped analysts’ estimates even as revenue came in just shy of expectations.

Ford’s CEO loves his electric vehicle. One issue — it’s not a Ford. And it’s made in China.

Ford CEO Jim Farley has fallen in love with an electric vehicle, and it’s not made by his company.

Business - MarketWatch - October 25

Evo Morales accuses Bolivian government of trying to kill him

Ex-leader implicates former ally Luis Arce after his vehicle hit by gunfire amid rising unrest in country. Bolivia’s former leader Evo Morales has accused the government of his one-time ally Luis ...

World - The Guardian - October 27

The U.S. Army Prepares for War With China: New Vehicles, Face Paint and a 1,200-Foot Fall

The big and cumbersome Army is trying to transform itself to deploy quickly to Asia, if needed. It is an inherently dangerous business.

World - The New York Times - October 30

EU set to impose duties on imports of electric vehicles from China from Thursday

World - ABC News - October 29

The E.U. is imposing duties on electric vehicles from China after trade talks fail

The European Union is imposing duties on imports of electric vehicles from China starting Wednesday after talks between Brussels and Beijing failed.

Ethiopia bans imports of gas-powered private vehicles, but the switch to electric is a bumpy ride

World - Yahoo News - 3 days ago

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