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Vehicle Tracking Solutions Receives $70M Investment

June 24, 2021

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New York-based telematics company VTS announced Tuesday a $70 million dollar investment from LLR Partners.

Alabama Secures First U.S. Graphite Processing Plant

June 23, 2021

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A first-of-its-kind advanced graphite processing plant will be built in Coosa County, Alabama, by the end of 2022.

Report Makes the Case for Independent Aftermarket Service

June 22, 2021

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When an OEM demands company parts or service, think again about whether that's necessary.

Audi Pursuing Full EV Lineup by 2026

June 22, 2021

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The German car manufacturer is following an aggressive plan to eliminate internal combustion engines from its entire lineup within the next five years.

Volvo to Boost EV Production in South Carolina

June 22, 2021

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Volvo will invest over $100 million in its Ridgeville, S.C., plant to start production on the Polestar 3 electric car.

BMW Begins Road Tests for Hydrogen Fuel Cell Cars

June 21, 2021

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The German automotive maker has begun testing its BMW i Hydrogen Next model for safety and reliability for everyday conditions on European roads.

Tesla Model Y Sales Rebound in China

June 21, 2021

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After a dip in sales in April due to several factors, Tesla's Model Y rebounded in China during the month of May.

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USPS Fleet Contract Under More Scrutiny

June 18, 2021

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An EV maker has filed a legal challenge to the multibillion-dollar deal.

UK In Talks to Build Battery 'Gigafactories'

June 18, 2021

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The British government is in the early stages of discussions to build state-sponsored EV battery plants.

GM Boosting EV Spending Through 2025

June 17, 2021

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The United States' top automaker is poised to spend 30 percent more on electric vehicles compared to spending outlined in previous plans.

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The Pandemic Changed Views on EVs

June 17, 2021

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That shift in perspective means collision repairers should be prepared for ever more electric vehicle work.

Will EVs Really Need Fewer Repairs?

June 16, 2021

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A new report from We Predict turns a widespread industry expectation on its head.

Right to Repair Suit in Court this Week

June 15, 2021

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The suit, filed by an OEM trade group, seeks to overturn a law approved by Massachusetts voters last fall.

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Drivers More Active Than Expected Using Driver-Assist System

June 15, 2021

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Even with assistance, a study found people behind the wheel tend to retain control for non-emergency maneuvers.

Automated Features Could Increase Miles Driven

June 14, 2021

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Perhaps defying expectations, a recent study discovered that for many users of automated systems, driving no longer holds the same burden.

What's Apple Up To?

June 14, 2021

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The tech giant's recent hire of a former BMW executive raises eyebrows.

Electrification of Trucking Fleets to Pick Up in Coming Years

June 14, 2021

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Regulatory changes and initiatives within the industry are pushing the change, but there are obstacles, including electric semi-trucks' maximum range of 300 miles.