August 12, 2025

Take a break from the chaos and enjoy reading the latest newsletter uninterrupted. Tuesday’s EV news includes: 

• Ford's $5 Billion EV Gamble: Ford bets big on EVs.
• EV Tax Credit Rush: Tax credit deadline drives sales.
• Acura's Electric Renaissance: Acura debuts electric RSX prototype.
• Hyundai-GM Alliance: Hyundai and GM partner together.
• VinFast's American Dream: VinFast targets American luxury market.
• Video: Investigating the Tesla Robotaxi

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1. Investing $5 billion in U.S. manufacturing, Ford will launch a midsize electric pickup in 2027, debuting its new Universal EV Platform and Production System to deliver affordable, high-quality, and fun-to-drive EVs at scale.

2. EV sales are surging as consumers rush to purchase new and used EVs before the $7,500 federal tax credit ends on Sept. 30, driving record monthly sales and heightened dealer incentives.

3. Previewing a dynamically styled SUV built on a new in-house EV platform with the proprietary ASIMO OS, the all-electric Acura RSX Prototype will make its global debut at Monterey Car Week ahead of its 2026 arrival.

4. Hyundai and General Motors plan to co-develop five vehicles, including an electric commercial van for North America, leveraging shared platforms and advanced propulsion technologies to launch in 2028 and accelerate their EV and hybrid offerings across multiple markets.

5. Blending Italian design, advanced technology, and accessible pricing, the VF 8 electric SUV from VinFast targets Baby Boomers and Gen X drivers seeking a luxurious, tech-forward, and reliable companion for modern life.

6. An inventor from Scottsburg, Indiana, created the SUN SHADE PLUS, a solar-powered accessory that charges EVs while parked in the sun, reducing reliance on plug-in charging and keeping the interior cool.

7. An investment of $440 million is being made by Con Edison in projects to advance transportation electrification, supporting EV adoption and the state’s clean energy goals.

8. Vay is partnering with Bluedot to provide seamless charging, real-time energy analytics, and intelligent controls for its fully electric remote-driven fleet, supporting its mission to revolutionize urban mobility.

9. Combining over 100 years of truck expertise with advanced software, powerful batteries, and innovative features, GM’s electric pickups deliver strong towing, long range, off-road capability, and smart technology for a versatile, reliable EV experience.

10. Marking its first anniversary and the 10th year of CATL’s after-sales business, NING Service launched flagship experience centers in Shanghai and Bangkok, showcasing advanced battery maintenance technology, a global service network, and a closed-loop lifecycle ecosystem to set a new benchmark for the new energy vehicle aftermarket.

Investigating the Tesla Robotaxi

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