The SEC closed its investigation into Fisker
The financial regulator revealed in a response to a TechCrunch records request that the probe was closed in September 2025.
EVs
Rivian was saved by software in 2025
The company’s annual revenue was boosted by its technology joint venture with Volkswagen Group.
Here’s how Rivian changed the rear door manual release on the R2
Rivian, along with other automakers, has been under pressure to make the manual door releases easier to access. The new R2 SUV does that — here’s how.
Prince Andrew advisor pitched Jeffrey Epstein on investing in EV startups like Lucid Motors
The mysterious businessman pitched Jeffrey Epstein on numerous mobility startups in an era when the sector was white hot, according to TechCrunch’s review of hundreds of documents released by the Department of Justice.
China is leading the fight against hidden car door handles
The Chinese government issued a new rule that goes into effect January 1, 2027.
Tesla is killing off the Model S and Model X
The company will stop making the pioneering EVs in the second quarter of 2026, CEO Elon Musk announced Wednesday.
GM to end Chevy Bolt EV production next year, move China-made Buick to U.S. factory
The factory musical chairs reflect an economic and political environment, shaped by the Trump administration’s tariff policy and its decision to end the federal EV tax credit.
Chinese EVs inch closer to the US as Canada slashes tariffs
The country is dropping its import tax from 100% to just 6.1%, with an initial annual cap of 49,000 cars.
Tesla annual sales decline 9% as it’s overtaken by BYD as global EV leader
Tesla annual sales have fallen for the second year in a row, a drop fueled by the removal of the federal tax credit in the U.S. and competition from Chinese automakers.
Slate crosses 150,000 reservations despite waning EV truck enthusiasm
It took Slate Auto about seven months to grow its customer list by 50%, but new reservations appear to be outpacing any cancelations.