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Detroit east side solar park raises access concerns for neighbors
2+ hour, 18+ min ago (306+ words) Construction has begun on a 42-acre solar park near Detroit's airport as part of the larger Solar Neighborhoods Initiative, aimed at covering 165 acres across five neighborhoods in partnership with DTE Energy. Residents like Hazel Walker are concerned about accessibility due…...
Ann Arbor moving company launches city’s first EV-powered local moving service
2+ day, 19+ hour ago (155+ words) ANN ARBOR, Mich. " An Ann Arbor-based moving company announced it will launch the city's first all-electric moving service. Lightning Local, launched by Corrigan Moving Systems, aims to accommodate efficient, small-scale moves to Ann Arbor, including apartments, condos, townhomes, small offices,…...
California regulators decide not to suspend Tesla sales in the state
1+ week, 22+ hour ago (232+ words) California regulators decide not to suspend Tesla sales in the state'WDIV California regulators decide not to suspend Tesla sales in the state NEW YORK " California regulators said on Tuesday that Tesla had stopped misleading drivers about the safety of its…...
EV charging build-out has stayed hot, but the Trump administration is throwing up new roadblocks
2+ week, 9+ hour ago (823+ words) DETROIT " The build-out of electric vehicle charging in the U.S. has not stopped since President Donald Trump returned to office. But the administration and Congress are continuing to throw up new roadblocks. And this week, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy decreed that…...
Gov. Whitmer announces support for $13M Volkswagen deal that will keep 900+ jobs in Oakland County
4+ week, 1+ day ago (618+ words) Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced that the Michigan Strategic Fund (MSF) has approved new economic development support for a Volkswagen investment that will keep more than 900 jobs in Oakland County. The MSF Board approved a $4 million grant through the Michigan Business…...
China's car exports surged in 2025, but domestic demand slowed
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (528+ words) HONG KONG " China's auto exports surged 21% in 2025, driven by rising shipments of electric vehicles, while domestic demand slowed, an industry association said Wednesday. Confronted with grueling competition in an overcrowded domestic market, Chinese auto manufacturers have stepped up sales around…...
The risks to Michigan’s $348 billion auto industry, according to experts
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (184+ words) The Detroit Auto Show kicks off Wednesday with media and industry days, and then opens to the public on Saturday. It's a huge event for the auto industry, including the Detroit Big Three -- Ford, Stellantis and General Motors. But auto…...
China and EU agree on steps to resolve EV imports dispute
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (561+ words) HONG KONG " China and the European Union said Monday they have agreed on steps toward resolving their dispute over the bloc's imports of Chinese-made electric vehicles. A "guidance document" released by the EU on Monday gives instructions for Chinese EV…...
Tesla loses title as world's biggest electric vehicle maker as sales fall for second year in a row
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (645+ 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, expiring U.S. tax breaks for buyers and stiff overseas competition pushed sales down for a second year…...
How to prepare your car for winter driving, avoid accidents, and handle EV cold-weather range loss
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (159+ words) Dead batteries, slick roads, accidents, and breakdowns: winter weather can be dangerous for drivers.Consumer Reports explains how to winter-proof your car, plus a cold-weather concern affecting electric vehicles. How to prepare your car for winter driving, avoid accidents, and…...