Chinese car company NIO is putting up EV battery swapping stations all around the world. NPR took a ride in one car for the experience.
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Sell it, donate it — recycle it? A beloved old minivan faces a fork in the road
After 20 years of service, an NPR reporter’s beloved minivan is on the fritz. But what is its best and highest calling now: Pass it on to another family, or recycle it into parts?
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U.S. automakers had a punishing week — with a silver lining for shoppers
The four major U.S. automakers — GM, Ford, Stellantis and Tesla — all reported earnings this week and saw their stocks decline. The auto industry is at a “Darwinian” inflection point, says one CEO.
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Five things to know about Biden’s tariff hikes on Chinese electric vehicles
The Biden administration is quadrupling tariffs on China-made EVs. The tariffs are part of a broad swath of protectionist policies first imposed by former President Trump.
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Tesla profits have plummeted. Elon Musk remains all-in on robotaxis
Tesla’s sales are down. It’s slashing car prices and laying off staff. Yet CEO Elon Musk remains bullish on a future that’s self-driving and battery-powered.
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In a boost for EVs, EPA finalizes strict new limits on tailpipe emissions
The Biden administration says it is imposing the “strongest-ever” tailpipe emission rules to protect public health and fight climate change.
