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Cadillac Opens 2027 Optiq Configurator Ahead of Production

The 2027 Optiq starts at $52,695, including destination charges, while the performance-focused Optiq-V tops the lineup with a starting price of $69,295.

Slate EV Pickup Ditches Connectivity to Put Privacy First

The approach positions privacy as a core selling point for the startup’s minimalist EV, which has been designed to challenge assumptions about what modern vehicles actually need.

Slate Auto Raises $650M to Launch Low-Cost Electric Pickup

The Series C round, led by TWG Global, brings the startup’s total funding to roughly $1.4 billion, with production targeted to begin later this year and preorders expected to open in June.

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.

Canada’s New Chinese EV Quota Has Yet to Bring a Flood of Imports

The figure provides an early indication of how slowly Chinese EV brands are entering the Canadian market despite the country’s decision to sharply reduce tariffs on qualifying vehicles made in China.

Slate Reveals $24,950 Electric Pickup As Future Rival To Ford’s Affordable EV Truck

The minimalist electric pickup is expected to compete with Ford’s upcoming affordable EV truck, though both companies have suggested the vehicles will target different buyers due to differences in size, features, and capability.

Ford Launches Website for New Affordable EV Pickup Ahead of Expected Reveal

The new site, discovered after a QR code appeared on a camouflaged prototype, provides additional details about the truck’s development, manufacturing approach, and design as Ford prepares for a reveal expected before 2027.

Rivian Stock Could Surge if the R2 Launch Delivers in 2026

After achieving positive gross profit in 2025, Rivian now faces two key milestones that could determine whether its stock becomes one of the EV sector’s biggest comeback stories over the next three years.

Ford Seemingly Hints at New EV Pickup Design in Product Day Photo

The vehicle, expected to debut within the next year, is seen as critical to Ford’s long-term EV strategy and competitiveness.

Why Lucid Gravity Was Chosen as the Foundation for Uber’s Robotaxi

Lucid unveiled a production-intent autonomous vehicle based on the Gravity SUV at CES 2026, developed in partnership with Nuro and slated for use exclusively on Uber’s platform.

Tesla Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Earnings Results and Analysis

Management also outlined major strategic shifts, including winding down Model S and X production, expanding robotaxi operations, and ramping investment in artificial intelligence and robotics.

Tesla Signals Model S and Model X Exit as It Pivots Fully to Autonomy

The Model S and Model X paved the way for Tesla to become a mass-market electric vehicle maker.

AI Is Changing the Used EV Marketplace: What Buyers Should Check Before Trusting a Listing

Artificial intelligence can make the search faster, more personalized, and less intimidating. It cannot replace documentation, inspection, or judgment.

Ford Rethinks Europe EV Strategy as Cologne Plant Outlook Comes Into Focus

A newly announced partnership with Renault aimed at cutting EV costs could reshape Ford’s regional strategy, even as weak demand and recent layoffs cloud the outlook for its current Volkswagen-based models.

Ford Cancels Next-Gen Electric Van as Hybrid Strategy Reshapes EV Roadmap

Ford confirmed it has canceled a future all-electric commercial van that was slated to be built alongside the next-generation F-150 Lightning.

BYD Chief Says Sales Slump Will Reverse as Major New Tech Nears

Wang argued that BYD’s 120,000-engineer R&D force remains its greatest strength.

Ford F-150 Electric Slowdown Leads to High-Stakes Court Battle Over Tooling Costs

A new lawsuit alleges that commitments tied to the program’s earlier timeline were suddenly reversed, leaving investment costs unreimbursed.

Rivian Gets Street-High $25 Target, but LFP Issue Adds Turbulence

Tigress Financial raised its target to a Street-high $25 on accelerating revenue growth, strong fleet demand and the long-term upside from Rivian’s joint venture with Volkswagen.

Rivian–VW Tech Deal Expands, And Ford Could Be the Next Automaker Affected

Volkswagen confirmed it may deploy Rivian-derived architecture not just in future EVs but potentially in combustion models as well.

Tesla Returns to Growth But Earnings Miss Sends Shares Lower

Tesla’s earnings fell short of estimates, sending shares down nearly 5% in after-hours trading.