EV Industry News & Market Trends
Electric vehicle industry news, market trends, and competitor analysis. From global EV sales data to new model launches from Rivian, Lucid, BYD, and legacy automakers going electric.
California's New EV Rebate Caps Tesla, Not Rivian or Lucid
California signed SB 168 giving first-time EV buyers $3,500 off — but Tesla faces a $50K MSRP cap that California-HQ'd rivals Rivian and Lucid don't. Here's what it means.
Paper Transport Partners with Tesla Semi for Chicago Pilot
Paper Transport is evaluating the Tesla Semi Long Range in dedicated Chicago operations. Here's what the partnership means for electric freight. Read more.
Tesla FSD in Europe: Slovenia Is Next — 5 Details That Matter
Slovenia's Ministry of Infrastructure just teased FSD (Supervised) approval. Here's where Europe stands and what it means for Tesla owners. Read now.
Tesla Semi Heads to Laredo: 4 Details That Matter
The Tesla Semi goes on public display July 12-14 at the Port Laredo Global Trade Summit. Here's what to know before heading out. 150 chars.
Tesla Model Y Performance Returns to China with New 291 kW Motor
Tesla's MIIT filing confirms a new Model Y Performance for China with a 291 kW TL2 rear motor — 40 kW more than before. Here's everything we know.
New Jersey Bill Could Ban Tesla Robotaxis in the State
NJ Senate Bill S1677 would require cameras + 2 extra sensors for autonomous vehicles — effectively blocking Tesla's vision-only Cybercab. Here's what's at stake.
Tesla Model Y Is the Netherlands' Bestselling Car in H1 2026
Tesla Model Y topped all fuel types in the Netherlands for H1 2026 with 4,317 registrations. Here's what the data says about Europe's EV shift.
5 Things to Know: QX Logistix Adds 20 Tesla Semis to Its Fleet
Southern California's QX Logistix is deploying 20 Tesla Semis for port logistics. Here's what the deal reveals about real-world Semi adoption. Read more.
NHTSA Signals Openness to Ending Steering Wheel Requirement for Driverless Cars
NHTSA head Jonathan Morrison says the agency will 'absolutely' consider ending steering wheel mandates for driverless vehicles. Here's what it means.
5 Things to Know About The Boring Company's Global Ops Hub
The Boring Company is hiring at its 24/7 Global Operations Control Center in Bastrop, TX. Here's what it runs, where it's expanding, and what it means.
5 Numbers That Show Tesla's Comeback in Germany
The Model Y is Germany's best-selling EV again. Here are 5 key figures behind Tesla's remarkable German market turnaround in 2026. Full breakdown inside.
Tesla Customers Avoided 37M Metric Tons of CO₂ in 2025
Tesla's 2025 impact report: 37M metric tons of CO₂e avoided — equal to 5M homes' energy use. Here's what the numbers actually mean for the EV transition.
