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Rivian reported its highest gross profit to date in the first quarter of 2025, supported by gains in both automotive and software services. The company also trimmed its full-year delivery guidance, citing evolving trade regulations and global economic conditions. In its latest financial update, Rivian posted a gross profit of $206 million for the three months ended March 31, marking its second straight quarter in the black. Of that total, $92 million came from automotive operations, while $114 million was generated from software and services. See also: Rivian Reveals Maximus Drive Unit for Next-Gen R2 EV The American EV maker…

Hyundai Motor Company and autonomous driving technology firm Plus have announced a groundbreaking partnership aimed at transforming long-haul freight transportation in the United States. The two companies revealed their pioneering concept for a hydrogen-powered, autonomous freight network at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo 2025 in Anaheim, California. The innovative initiative integrates Hyundai’s hydrogen fuel cell technology with Plus’s advanced autonomous driving software to create a scalable, zero-emission solution for freight operations. The concept features Hyundai’s XCIENT Fuel Cell truck, which is equipped with Plus’s SuperDrive™ autonomous software. Together, these technologies aim to revolutionize long-haul freight by enhancing efficiency, road…

California has committed $500 million to help school districts purchase 1,000 electric school buses and install related charging infrastructure, state officials said, as part of its ongoing efforts to cut emissions from public transportation and reduce air pollution in vulnerable communities. The funding, part of the Zero-Emission School Bus and Infrastructure (ZESBI) program, is managed by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the California Energy Commission (CEC). In a statement, the agencies said 133 educational agencies across the state were awarded grants to replace aging diesel and gasoline buses with battery-electric models. Under the program, each recipient can receive…

Tesla’s new vehicle registrations in California declined by 15% in the first quarter of 2025, as the electric vehicle maker lost market share in the U.S. state that has traditionally been its stronghold, according to data released by the California New Car Dealers Association (CNCDA) on Wednesday. Tesla’s share of California’s battery-electric vehicle (BEV) market dropped to 43.9% from 55.5% a year earlier, marking the first time the automaker has failed to account for the majority of EV sales in the state. The overall market for zero-emission vehicles in California grew 7.3% during the same period, with brands such as…

Lucid is on schedule to launch its midsize electric SUV in 2026, company executives said on Tuesday, as the U.S.-based electric vehicle manufacturer seeks to gain ground in a growing segment led by Tesla’s bestselling Model Y. “There are a lot of crazy things going on in the world that can affect that [timeline]. But currently we are on track,” said Derek Jenkins, Lucid’s senior vice president. The planned SUV, priced around $50,000, is set to compete directly with other mainstream electric crossovers including the Ford Mustang Mach-E, Hyundai Ioniq 5, and the upcoming Rivian R2. See also: Lucid Acquires…

The McMurtry Spéirling Pure, a compact British electric hypercar, has set a new lap record at the Top Gear Test Track, completing a lap in 55.9 seconds—comfortably beating the 59.0-second mark set by the Renault R24 Formula 1 car in 2004. Top Gear tested the Spéirling Pure at its Dunsfold Aerodrome circuit, where the car outpaced expectations. With an acceleration time of 0–60 mph in just 1.5 seconds and the ability to generate over 2,000 kg (4,400 lbs) of downforce from a proprietary fan system, the Spéirling displayed cornering speeds that exceeded even those of Formula 1 vehicles. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NDfKhBcGh9w Developed…

Tesla has responded to mounting scrutiny in Canada over an unusual spike in electric vehicle sales that coincided with the end of the country’s federal EV rebate program. The company is under investigation after four of its stores reportedly sold 8,653 vehicles over a three-day period in March, triggering claims for approximately C$43.1 million (US$30 million) in government incentives. The volume of sales—averaging 30 vehicles per hour at each location, 24 hours a day, even during closing hours—has raised questions among critics and officials about the legitimacy of the transactions. Some have accused Tesla of attempting to exploit the rebate…

A Senate vote has blocked Republican efforts to overturn California’s plan to ban the sale of new gasoline-powered vehicles from 2035, preserving the state’s authority to enforce stricter emissions standards under the federal Clean Air Act. The move follows a failed attempt to use the Congressional Review Act to nullify California’s exemption, though a similar measure may still advance in the House of Representatives within a limited time window. The exemption, which dates back to the Nixon administration, allows California to adopt more stringent vehicle emissions standards due to its long-standing air quality problems. According to The New York Times,…

Comett Plus, a public transport operator based in Tábor, Czech Republic, has rolled out 14 electric buses and electrified two depots, marking the country’s first deployment of electric buses in regular scheduled service. The initiative, carried out in collaboration with German energy company E.ON and Finnish charging technology provider Kempower, is intended to significantly cut emissions and modernize local transit operations. The electric fleet has been operational since December, comprising eight Solaris Urbino 12 buses for city routes and six Iveco Crossway LE buses for intercity travel. Over the course of a year, the new fleet is expected to cover…

Spanish energy and mobility company Moeve said on Sunday it now operates fast chargers at 100 motorway service stations across Spain and Portugal, making it the largest provider of motorway-based high-power charging points in the Spanish market. The company currently has 220 high-power charging (HPC) points in operation, with another 200 built and awaiting regulatory approval for public use. Each of Moeve’s HPC points delivers a minimum charging power of 150 kW, with card payment available at all locations without the need for an app. The chargers are distributed along five key transport corridors, including Spain’s A-7 Mediterranean Corridor, the…

Parker Hannifin has launched what it describes as the industry’s first certified Mobile Electrification Technology Center (METC), aimed at training mobile equipment technicians to transition from conventional diesel systems to electric powertrains. The initiative marks a key step in advancing electrification in construction, agriculture, and engineering sectors where environmental and noise regulations are reshaping equipment design. As demand grows for zero-emission mobile equipment in indoor and urban job sites, Parker’s METC seeks to address both technical integration challenges and workforce readiness. Beyond battery and charging infrastructure, the training program tackles the complexities of combining electric power with hydraulic systems, electronic…

Luminar has entered into a collaboration with Caterpillar to integrate its LiDAR systems into Caterpillar’s autonomous vehicle platforms. The agreement aims to support Caterpillar’s efforts to expand automation in quarry and aggregate operations using Luminar’s Iris LiDAR technology. As part of the partnership, Caterpillar’s Cat® Command for hauling systems will incorporate two Iris LiDAR units per truck, configured with a custom integration designed for Caterpillar’s off-highway vehicles. The technology is expected to assist in navigation and obstacle detection in industrial environments. See also: Luminar’s LiDAR Technology to Equip Volvo’s New ES90 Electric Sedan “Autonomy continues to be a focus area…