First wireless charging road in the U.S. completed in Michigan
Talk of wireless charging roads for electric vehicles (EVs) has been underway for the past several years, but the first…
5 months ago
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Ford reduces planned jobs, production output at Michigan EV battery plant
Ford is cutting back on its plans for a new electric vehicle (EV) battery plant in Michigan, significantly reducing the…
5 months ago
MI passes legislation to boost EV charging station development
Michigan recently passed legislation that would boost the state's electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. The legislation was passed by the…
6 months ago
Tesla passes up Detroit Auto Show for the third year in a row
The 2018 Detroit Auto Show, more formally known as the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), is underway, and while…
6 years ago
Tesla could be looking to open its first service center in Michigan
While the saga of Tesla and Michigan’s long and arduous legal battle is still ongoing, the electric carmaker is refusing…
6 years ago
Tesla Model 3 spotted in Michigan despite vehicle sales ban in state
A Tesla Model 3 was spotted in Michigan this week at the parking lot of LA Fitness in Royal Oak. The…
6 years ago
Tesla doubles down on automation, acquires Perbix maker of automated manufacturing equipment
Tesla has acquired one of its long time suppliers and maker of highly-automated manufacturing equipment, as the company looks to…
6 years ago
Tesla Michigan Tool and Die plant reportedly purchased by industrial real estate investors
Tesla’s Michigan Tool and Die reportedly has a new landlord after the plant was purchased in a $100 million industrial land…
7 years ago
Federal judge rules in favor of Tesla: Michigan lawmakers must surrender records of their communications with ‘Anti-Tesla’ lobbyists
Michigan lawmakers involved in the 'Anti-Tesla' bill that prohibits the electric car maker from selling directly to consumers must surrender records…
7 years ago
‘Anti-Tesla law’ case in Michigan will likely be dragged out into 2018
The case over Michigan's 'Anti-Tesla law' will be dragged out well into 2018 as both sides are expected to provide a list…
7 years ago
States banning Tesla sales stand to lose millions in tax revenue each year
Tesla's unique business model allows them to sell vehicles directly to consumers through both retail locations and Tesla's online design…
7 years ago
Tesla subpoena hearing update: Claims of corruption in Michigan
Assistant Attorney General Rock Wood, who represented the legislators, told Judge Ellen Carmody Thursday that courts generally only lift the…
7 years ago
Tesla subpoenas Michigan governor and others’ records for ‘Anti-Tesla’ law
Tesla is going toe-to-toe with the state of Michigan over the state’s “Anti-Tesla” bill, now law, that prevents the company…
7 years ago
Michigan argues Tesla “never sought the ability to directly sell” within state
Michigan officials have filed a response to a Tesla federal lawsuit which alleges that the state has unfairly denied the…
7 years ago
The Tesla Blockade Coming from Legacy Automakers and Trump
Look, as the great Hunter S. Thompson used to write, the “fat is in the fire.” The auto industry is…
7 years ago
Michigan becomes first state to approve self-driving cars for public roads
Michigan has become the first state to approve the sale of autonomous cars for use on public roads. Governor Rick…
7 years ago
GM announces layoff of 2,000 factory workers following Trump’s victory
General Motors (GM) has issued an announcement Wednesday morning that the Big Three automaker will lay off 2,000 workers in…
7 years ago
Tesla continues focus on building the ‘machine that builds the machine’ in new acquisition
Acknowledging that the ability to accelerate a sustainable energy future is only possible with high-volume factories, Tesla announced today that…
7 years ago
Does the Dealer Association seriously think Tesla is doing a disservice to buyers?
Tesla Motors filed suit in the US district court against Michigan state officials after having been rebuffed in its quest…
8 years ago
[Podcast] Tesla Sues Michigan, Rolls Out “Dog Mode,” and More
This week on Ride the Lightning: Tesla Motors Unofficial Podcast: The big 8.0 software update is out, and among the…
8 years ago