The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced a partnership with SAE to launch ASCEND, a government‑industry consortium aimed at creating data‑driven performance standards for autonomous driving systems (ADS). The initiative seeks to establish a federal safety framework that addresses the lack of standardized testing for self‑driving vehicles, which currently rely on industry‑driven metrics. NHTSA’s Administrator Jonathan Morrison emphasized that the goal is to set competency standards without stifling innovation, while also unifying inconsistent state and local [...]

Germany’s three largest automakers—Volkswagen, Mercedes‑Benz and BMW—recorded a 2.9 % drop in combined revenue to roughly €284 billion in the first half of 2024, according to EY analysis cited by dpa. Over the same period, 19 other global car groups grew their revenue by 3.6 % to just under €1.048 trillion, pushing the German firms to 16th, 17th and 19th places in the ranking, while Tesla led with the strongest growth, followed by Suzuki and Geely. Earnings before interest and taxes [...]

A proposed Xi‑Trump summit agreement could compel U.S. automakers to align with China’s automotive policies, potentially forcing companies like General Motors and Volkswagen to adopt Chinese standards and share technology. The deal, discussed amid rising trade tensions, would grant China greater influence over U.S. vehicle production and supply chains, while offering Chinese firms easier market access. U.S. lawmakers and industry leaders have expressed concern that the agreement could undermine domestic manufacturing competitiveness and compromise intellectual property protections. [...]

The article explains why electric vehicles (EVs) differ from conventional cars, focusing on range and charging complexities. It cites Hertz’s near‑bankruptcy after renting 100,000 Teslas without informing customers about charging logistics. The author recounts a personal anecdote where a potential EV buyer was unaware that a Chevy Bolt could charge from a standard outlet and about battery preconditioning in cold weather. The piece argues that automakers and dealers inadequately educate users on these critical EV distinctions.

China’s high‑speed rail network is redefining the market for electric aircraft by eliminating dense short‑haul corridors, leaving only thinner regional routes, islands, and cargo links where electric planes can be competitive. The country’s integrated transport strategy, backed by a massive battery‑cell industry and regulatory frameworks, aims to deploy hundreds of electric aircraft into regular service, demonstrating maintenance economics, battery life, and export potential. This approach contrasts with isolated prototype showcases and focuses on building a scalable aviation [...]

During August 2026 UAE car shoppers showed a rise in interest in hybrid and electric vehicles, according to Dubizzle marketplace data. Toyota dominated hybrid listings, with the Camry receiving over 102,000 views—a 25% jump—while the Corolla Cross, Corolla, Highlander and Crown also posted gains of 20% to 54%. Tesla led electric‑vehicle engagement, its Model Y attracting more than 88,000 views, the highest among EVs, and the Model X and BYD’s Seal and Atto 3 also saw increased traffic. Audi’s RS e‑tron GT [...]

The average transaction price of a new electric vehicle (EV) in the United States fell 2.7% year‑over‑year to $54,813 in August, narrowing the gap with conventional gasoline cars to just 9.4%—down from a 16% difference a year earlier, according to Kelley Blue Book data. Overall new‑car prices rose 2% to $50,089, but EVs moved in the opposite direction. Tesla remained the market leader, yet non‑Tesla brands such as Toyota, Chevrolet, Hyundai and Subaru drove most of the price decline, [...]