Former Volkswagen Chief Executive Faces Trial in Emissions Case

Nine years after the carmaker admitted to concealing emissions on a massive scale, Martin Winterkorn will be tried in a German court.

Volkswagen Considers Closing Plants in Germany

For the first time in its 87-year history, the automaker is considering shuttering factories in Germany, citing the need to remain competitive.

A Mercedes-Benz Fire Jolts South Korea?s E.V. Transition

The government is aggressively promoting electric cars. But a dramatic blaze in an underground lot has left some potential buyers worried about safety.

Tesla Chargers Are Still Closed to Most Electric Cars

Elon Musk?s plan to open Tesla?s charging network is proceeding slowly. Nobody is entirely sure why, or when that might change.

To Stay Relevant, a Spanish Energy Giant Turns to Waste

Repsol figures that there is still life in vehicle fuels as long as they can be portrayed as low carbon.

Canada Will Impose 100% Tariffs on Chinese Electric Vehicles

The new tariffs announced by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will match levies imposed by President Biden and could further strain relations between Canada and China.

NASCAR Pit Crews Are Recruiting College Football Players

In NASCAR, victory ? and money ? is often determined by seconds, one reason car racing teams are increasingly looking to hire former college athletes.

Texas Sues General Motors for Collecting and Selling Driver Data

The lawsuit accuses the automaker of tricking drivers into sharing detailed driving records that were then sold to insurance companies.

Stellantis to Lay Off Up to 2,450 at Ram Truck Plant in Warren, Michigan

The move is the latest sign of trouble for the trans-Atlantic automaker, which has had sluggish North American sales and has said it needs to cut costs.

Driving Through New England in L.L. Bean?s Bootmobile

Hitting the road for a trip from Maine to Massachusetts in a giant boot on wheels.

Elon Musk Says Robotaxis Are Tesla?s Future. Experts Have Doubts.

Tesla says self-driving taxis will power its growth, but the company hasn?t said when such a service would be ready or how much it would increase profits.

Delaware Judge Questions Tesla About Vote on Elon Musk?s Tesla Pay

Lawyers for Tesla have asked a Delaware judge to reverse her decision to void a multibillion-dollar pay package for Mr. Musk after shareholders approved it a second time in June.

Chinese E.V. Makers Are Upending Thailand?s Auto Market

China?s electric vehicle companies are making inroads in Thailand, a key industry hub, as Europe and the United States wield tariffs to keep them out.

Are Electric Cars Worth the Money?

They can be, but it depends on your driving habits. We break it down for you.

The Great American Family Car Ride

Three bridges, one toll.

Tesla Q2 Earnings Report Reveals 45% Profit Drop Amid Weak E.V. Sales

The company led by Elon Musk is selling fewer electric cars, and its big bets on driverless taxis and artificial intelligence could take many years to pay off.

G.M. Will Restart Cruise Taxi Operations

General Motors said the self-driving division?s cars will run in Dallas, Houston and Phoenix after an accident last year. Human drivers will supervise the cars.

Corvette Bucked a Sports Cars Decline. Can It Thrive in an E.V. Era?

The General Motors sports car, which enjoyed strong sales after a big design change, now has a hybrid version and may get a fully electric model that may turn off some gas-loving customers.

Ferrari and Other Car Brands Seek the Road to High-End Fashion

Ferrari has positioned itself as a high-end fashion and lifestyle brand that appeals to more than just Formula 1 fans. Could Jeep follow that lead?

Ford Plans More Gas Trucks, Fewer Electric Vehicles

Ford, General Motors and other automakers are slowing investments in electric vehicles and doubling down on more profitable gasoline cars and trucks.

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