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Lucid California Sales Fall 11.6% as Gravity SUV Declines for Second Straight Quarter

Lucid registered 1,011 new vehicles in California in the third quarter of 2026, down 11.6% from a year earlier and 10.8% from the previous quarter, according to California Energy Commission data. Sales of the Gravity SUV fell for a second consecutive quarter, while the Air sedan recorded its lowest quarterly total in the state’s registration data since the second quarter of 2023.

XPeng Begins Mona L03 Deliveries in France After July Launch

XPeng’s first Mona L03 customer in France received the SUV from chairman and CEO He Xiaopeng himself at a Paris handover on October 13. The milestone moves the model beyond its July launch and into customer deliveries in Europe, supporting the Chinese automaker’s effort to expand its presence in overseas mass-market segments.

Chevy Drops Cheapest 2027 Silverado EV From Retail Lineup

The 4WT started at $56,095, including destination charges, but its removal leaves the LT Standard Range as the entry-level option for private customers, with a starting price of $64,495.

Ford Fathom Prototype Spotted at Dearborn HQ With Prominent Front Sensor

Although heavy camouflage continues to conceal most of the truck’s design, the latest prototype sighting reveals a prominent sensor in the front grille and Michelin e-Primacy tires. Ford plans to fully unveil the all-electric pickup in early 2027.

2019 Chevy Bolt EV Gets New Battery After 470,000 Miles for Under $3,000

In a new Out of Spec Renew video, the presenter documents the installation, software programming and estimated repair costs, showing how a used battery sourced from another Bolt can extend the life of a high-mileage electric vehicle.

Lucid Faces Class Action Over 20,000-Vehicle 2022 Production Target

The class covers investors who acquired Lucid common stock between November 15, 2021, and August 3, 2022, as the four-and-a-half-year-old securities case moves toward trial or a potential settlement.

14 Rivian R2s Grounded Over High-Voltage Battery Fastener Checks

Rivian confirmed the number of affected vehicles in a September 28 update, while service-side information indicates the inspections are focused on how battery packs were assembled.

Ford Admits Mustang Mach-E Pricing Is Holding Back Australian Sales

Ford Australia CEO Fadi Mawal says the electric crossover remains a strong product, but its pricing puts it at a significant premium to competing EVs. The Mach-E starts at $65,990 in Australia, while several rivals offer lower entry prices.

Lynk & Co 20 Gets Standard LiDAR and 6C Charging From $17,620

The updated EV comes standard with LiDAR, an 800-volt silicon carbide platform and 6C fast charging across all five variants, while Lynk & Co said it received more than 14,663 firm orders within the first hour after launch.

Hyundai’s New Ioniq V Starts Under $15,000 With 650 km of Range in China

Developed specifically for Chinese customers by Hyundai’s China design team, the mid-size sedan offers up to 650 km (404 miles) of CLTC range, 800-volt fast charging, CATL batteries and an L2+ driver-assistance system developed with Momenta.

Rivian Secures Washington Dealer License, Expanding Direct Sales Operations

Rivian employees, partners and supporters gathered in Seattle on September 15 to mark the completion of a multi-year effort involving the company’s policy, legal, communications and field operations teams.

Geely Updates Galaxy E5 With 6C Charging, LiDAR and Up to 635 km of Range

The top-spec version offers a 635-km (395-mile) CLTC range, while the updated SUV can charge from 10% to 70% in as little as 8 minutes and 25 seconds.

Ford Recalls 86 Mustang Mach-E SUVs Over Battery Software Issue

The recall covers vehicles built between July 3, 2023, and August 26, 2025.

Maryland Car Shipping: Baltimore Port and DC Suburbs

Plan Maryland car shipping around Baltimore port release, terminal access, suburban unloading locations, and the details that affect your delivery schedule.

3 Reasons Rivian Could Be Better Positioned for Its Next Growth Phase: Motley Fool

Three factors highlighted in a recent Motley Fool analysis are Rivian’s liquidity, its relatively limited shareholder dilution and its progress toward gross profitability. Together, they provide context for the company’s ability to fund operations while scaling its business.

Lucid and Bolt Plan 25,000-Unit Robotaxi Fleet for Europe

The vehicles will be based on Lucid’s upcoming Midsize platform and designed for SAE Level 4 autonomous driving, with Bolt planning to own and operate the fleet.

BYD Plans Four European Factories as It Expands Local EV Production

The company expects to select its second European assembly site by the end of 2026, with Spain and France among the preferred locations and existing factories favored over building new facilities.

2027 Chevy Bolt Advances in North American Utility Vehicle Awards

The returning electric crossover was chosen from an initial field of 56 new or substantially updated vehicles evaluated by 46 independent automotive journalists.

2028 Volvo XC60 PHEV Gets 78 Miles of Electric Range in Major Upgrade

Volvo says the XC60’s range more than doubles that of the current model.

Lucid Is a Penny Stock Again, But LCID Is Still Not a Buy: Barchart

The stock remains far above its July low, when shares briefly plunged to $2.37 amid the bankruptcy speculation, but much of the recovery has since disappeared. Lucid rejected those rumors, and the company continues to have substantial liquidity. Still, investors have plenty of reasons to remain cautious.