Aurora CFO says 30,000 driverless trucks by 2030 isn’t as far-fetched as it sounds

Self-driving truck company Aurora laid out an audacious plan for 2030. Its CFO says its targets aren’t aspirational.

Tesla delays Roadster 2 event again due to bad weather

Tesla says the event “can only be held outdoors,” as it’s expected to show the car flying in some form using SpaceX thrusters.

Trump finalizes rule to make cars less fuel efficient
Trump finalizes rule to make cars less fuel efficient

The US Department of Transportation finalized its plans today to weaken fuel efficiency standards, calling it “among the largest deregulatory actions under the second Trump Administration.” It’s a nail in the coffin for Biden-era standards that would have required fleet average fuel economy to reach 50.4 miles per gallon by model year 2031. President Donald […]

Volkswagen replaces ID.4 with all-electric Tiguan
Volkswagen replaces ID.4 with all-electric Tiguan

In a widely expected move, Volkswagen announced Monday that it will replace the recently retired ID.4 crossover with the upcoming ID.Tiguan. The decision is an acknowledgment by the German automaker that its more recognizable nameplates like Tiguan are likely an easier sell with consumers, especially when it comes to EVs. When it lands in Europe […]

Al Gore, Climate Optimist: ‘We Have Urgency. But We Also Have Agency’

Climate Week Edition: This week’s newsletter also looks at using star power to raise funds for nature and whether Amazon can curb its rising carbon footprint.

Ocean surveillance startup Quartermaster raises another $140M

The tech enables real-time awareness for what Quartermaster calls the “largest blind spot on Earth.”

Marijuana Rescheduling Is Underway. What Does It Mean For Dot Drug Testing?

Marijuana rescheduling is underway, but DOT drug testing remains in place. Here’s what employers should know about medical marijuana, MRO review and FMCSA rules.

Chinese Autos Advance In Europe, But The Race Is Far From Over

Chinese manufacturers’ battle for the European auto market is accelerating, but Europeans are fighting back on all fronts and with a little help from EU regulators.

Rivian R2 Set To Disrupt America’s EV Market

If Rivian meets demand for the R2, it may shake up the U.S. electric vehicle market like no EV since the Tesla Model 3.