Swedish automaker Volvo, owned by Chinese automaker Geely, is delaying the U.S. launch of the economically priced EX30 BEV following higher tariffs set by the U.S. and EU for Chinese-made vehicles.
A U.S.-focused study notes organophosphate ester flame retardants were detected in cabin air within 101 vehicles tested, “indicating a route for human exposure to chemicals of concern from passenger vehicles.”
The new chief will take over the robotaxi company as it prepares to restart operations after a months-long suspension and series of executive shake-ups.
One bright spot in the build-up of global public-charging networks is China, where the market is seen keeping pace with a comfortable four BEVs-per-port ratio into the next decade, the Wards Intelligence 2024 Public Charging Tracker shows.
Infiniti has struggled for credibility and consideration for 35 years. Though it does not have its BEVs out yet, can the brand find its way in the era of transition with a slick, if gas-thirsty, SUV?
