Transportation
The latest news and reviews on EVs, self-driving cars and ride-hailing.
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Revel is shutting down its shared electric moped service
Revel is leaving behind its roots and ending its (at times controversial) electric moped service New York City and San Francisco.
Mariella Moon11.04.2023
Lucid cuts prices on Air luxury EVs by up to $10,000
Lucid is selling several of its electric vehicle models at a discount until November 30.
Mariella Moon11.04.2023
Hertz decides to slow down its EV expansion
CEO Stephen Scherr said Hertz's "in-fleeting of EVs will be slower than [its] prior expectations."
Mariella Moon10.27.2023
Cruise puts robotaxi operations on pause following California license suspension
The self-driving company said it wants to "rebuild public trust."
Mariella Moon10.27.2023
Uber starts offering fully autonomous Waymo rides in Phoenix
You can now take a ride in an fully autonomous vehicle through Uber's app if you're in Phoenix.
Kris Holt10.26.2023
California DMV suspends Cruise’s driverless permits
The California DMV announced Tuesday that it has suspended GM-owned Cruise’s permits to operate driverless vehicles in the state, effective immediately.
Will Shanklin10.25.2023
GM delays production of Chevy Silverado, Equinox and GMC Sierra EVs
GM announced that it’s delaying production of the Equinox EV, Silverado EV and GMC Sierra EV. The move comes as the UAW strike continues.
Will Shanklin10.25.2023
The DOJ Tesla probe has expanded to include EV driving ranges
Tesla says the DOJ has asked for information related to EV vehicle ranges and "personal benefits" afforded to senior management, company directors or major shareholders.
Kris Holt10.24.2023
GM, Honda and Cruise plan to offer driverless taxi rides in Japan in 2026
GM, Cruise and Honda are teaming up to introduce a driverless ride-hailing service in Japan, which could launch in early 2026 if things go according to plan.
Mariella Moon10.19.2023
ChargePoint’s EV network rolls out support for Tesla’s NACS connector
Charging infrastructure company ChargePoint announced today that its (previously announced) support for Tesla's NACS EV charging standard is now rolling out.
Will Shanklin10.19.2023
Chevy’s first hybrid Corvette isn’t what you think it is
It’s hard to imagine that anyone in the world was demanding a hybrid Corvette, but those crazy engineers at Chevrolet went and did it anyway. Meet the 2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray, but if you’re already angry at the concept, you shouldn't be.
Tim Stevens10.14.2023
Porsche's electric Macan will be the one to get
The Porsche Taycan is one of the most desirable EVs on the market, but it's not exactly a mainstream car. The company's next EV might get a little closer: Meet the electric Macan.
Tim Stevens10.10.2023
Tesla cuts prices on Model 3 and Y after dwindling deliveries
Tesla has cut US pricing on two its EVs — again. The automaker shifted the entry-level Model 3 to under $39,000, among other price drops.
Will Shanklin10.07.2023
Lucid's most affordable Air EV still has a projected 410-mile range
A rear-wheel drive version of the Lucid Air Pure is the automaker's most affordable Air EV yet. It starts at $77,400 and Lucid says it has a range of up to 410 miles on a single charge.
Kris Holt10.06.2023
A pedestrian was pinned under a Cruise robotaxi after another car’s hit-and-run
A woman was reportedly in critical condition after being struck by a car in a hit-and-run, which flung her into the path of the driverless car.
Will Shanklin10.04.2023
Tesla now offers a $43,990 rear-wheel drive Model Y in the US
Tesla has quietly updated its Model Y page to add a new option for buyers in the US: A rear-wheel drive Model Y that's cheaper than the other variants.
Mariella Moon10.03.2023
Honda's first all-electric SUV has 300-mile range and starts in the 'upper $40,000s'
Honda announced more info today for the upcoming Prologue electric SUV. The vehicle will have a 300-mile range and start in the upper $40,000s when it arrives in early 2024.
Will Shanklin09.29.2023
Mercedes take the wheel: Testing Drive Pilot L3 autonomy in traffic
Drive Pilot is the first proper SAE Level 3 autonomy system on the road, meaning when the car is driving itself you, the driver, aren't even liable for the car's behavior. That's an impressive feat, but it's one that comes with a lot of caveats.
Tim Stevens09.27.2023
Ford halts construction of Michigan EV battery factory as strikes continue
Ford announced that it’s suspending construction on its $3.5 billion EV battery factory in Michigan. Union leaders have accused the automaker of using the closure as a job-cutting threat during the current auto strike.
Will Shanklin09.27.2023
Uber partners with LA taxi companies to expand its fleet
Uber has partnered with Los Angeles Yellow Cab and other SoCal affiliates to offer riders yellow cabs in place of standard ridesharing cars.
Will Shanklin09.27.2023