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spectrumlocalnews.com > mo > st-louis > news > 01/18/2026 > chinese-evs-are-making-inroads-in-north-america--that-worries-industry-experts

Chinese EVs are making inroads in North America. That worries industry experts

2+ hour, 40+ min ago   (795+ words) Experts now say an easier path into Canada could be a big boost for Chinese carmakers looking to dominate the global market " particularly as their domestic market weakens. That poses a threat to other auto manufacturers, particularly American companies. U.S. officials…...

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spectrumlocalnews.com > tx > austin > news > 01/17/2026 > tesla-granted-more-time-in-us-investigation-into-its-self-driving-tech

Tesla granted more time in US investigation into its self-driving tech

21+ hour, 42+ min ago   (471+ words) U.S. regulators have granted a five-week extension for Tesla to respond to allegations that its vehicles'have broken traffic laws'while operating in what the electric automaker calls "full self-driving" mode. An investigation of Tesla's full self-driving feature was opened in October after…...

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spectrumlocalnews.com > tx > south-texas-el-paso > news > 01/15/2026 > car-sales

Texas used car dealerships bounce back after slow months in early 2025

23+ hour, 36+ min ago   (453+ words) TEXAS "Affordability is what's on many Americans' minds, and several industries are focusing in on it, with the automotive industry being no exception. 2025 was a strong year for the industry, with people buying new cars before the tariffs hit. Owners…...

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spectrumlocalnews.com > mi > michigan > news > 01/16/2026 > at-detroit-auto-show--spotlight-dims-for-evs

At Detroit Auto Show, spotlight dims for EVs

2+ day, 1+ hour ago   (638+ words) But no longer. This year, both strips are open to hybrids and gas-powered vehicles as Detroit continues a pivot away from EVs since President Donald Trump returned to the White House with a'pro-fossil fuels agenda. "The show will always reflect…...

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spectrumlocalnews.com > tx > austin > news > 01/15/2026 > waymo-not-stopping-for-school-buses--aisd-fears-safety

Waymo vehicles still not stopping for Austin ISD school buses

2+ day, 19+ hour ago   (251+ words) AUSTIN, Texas "Waymo robotaxis were recently recalled because of a software error due to safety concerns during school hours, but according to the Austin Independent School District, the vehicles are still having problems stopping for school buses. A school district…...

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spectrumlocalnews.com > product-pages > nyc > business > 01/14/2026 > tesla-rival-rivian-expands-austin-area-footprint

Tesla-rival Rivian expands Texas footprint with new service center in Round Rock

3+ day, 19+ hour ago   (229+ words) AUSTIN, Texas " The electric vehicle maker rivalry in Central Texas is alive and well. Electric automaker and Tesla rival Rivian will expand in the Austin area in building a new service and sales center in Round Rock, making its presence…...

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spectrumlocalnews.com > sc > south-carolina > news > 01/08/2026 > south-carolina-gas-plant-duke-

Duke Energy proposes opening a natural gas plant in Anderson County

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (190+ words) Anderson, S.C. " Duke Energy is requesting approval to build a natural gas plant in Anderson, South Carolina. According to the company, the fault will help enhance the reliability and flexibility of the energy system by diversifying both fuel sources and geographic…...

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spectrumlocalnews.com > nys > rochester > business > 01/02/2026 > tesla-sales-title-best-selling-electric-vehicle-

Tesla loses title as world's biggest WV maker as sales fall for second year

2+ week, 2+ day ago   (424+ words) NEW YORK " Tesla lost its crown as the world's bestselling electric vehicle maker on Friday as a customer revolt over Elon Musk's right-wing politics and stiff overseas competition pushed sales down for a second year in a row. Tesla said…...

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spectrumlocalnews.com > us > snplus > business > 01/02/2026 > tesla-sales-title-best-selling-electric-vehicle-

Tesla loses title as world's biggest electric vehicle maker as sales fall for second year

2+ week, 2+ day ago   (424+ words) NEW YORK " Tesla lost its crown as the world's bestselling electric vehicle maker on Friday as a customer revolt over Elon Musk's right-wing politics and stiff overseas competition pushed sales down for a second year in a row. Tesla said…...

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spectrumlocalnews.com > us > snplus > transportation > 12/23/2025 > leftover--discontinued-cars-offer-best-deals-at-end-of-year

Leftover, discontinued cars offer best deals at end of year, experts say

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (717+ words) With average prices for new vehicles hovering around $52,000 and tariffs expected to nudge them even higher in the new year, it may behoove some shoppers to take advantage of car inventories that are piling up on dealers" lots. The end…...