Ford hires a former Tesla and Apple Executive to head up its emerging technology developments, Toyota commits big to EV battery factories, and Hyundai has set its sights on affordable hydrogen energy by the end of the decade.

Ford Motor Co. on Tuesday announced it hired Doug Field, a former executive for Tesla and Apple, to lead its new technology efforts.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has told employees the automaker is aiming to begin production of a $25,000 vehicle in 2023.

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration requests detailed information on Tesla's Autopilot system, EV startup Rivian files to become a publicly traded company, and General Motors confirms it will not resume production of its Chevrolet Bolt EV for the immediate future.

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration is requesting detailed information on how Tesla's autopilot system detects and responds to emergency vehicles. 

A Tesla driving in autopilot mode ran into a Florida High Patrol cruiser near Orlando over the weekend, narrowly missing the trooper who had pulled over to help a stranded motorist.