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The Ford F-150 Lightning is no more. But the Blue Oval’s electric truck dreams aren’t over yet.
This week’s news only puts more pressure on the company’s $30,000 EV that’s supposed to launch in 2027. This smaller pickup, built on the company’s Universal EV Platform, could breathe new life into Ford’s EV ambitions later this decade.
For more on the plans and why they matter, check out our top story below. Also in today’s newsletter:
Patrick George was mighty impressed by the Mercedes-Benz CLA he drove recently.
Volkswagen is testing an autonomous taxi without a steering wheel.
Check out all the EVs that were delayed or canceled this year.
—Tim Levin, Senior Editor
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Why Ford's 'Skunkworks' $30,000 Electric Truck Has To Save The Day Now
The carmaker’s skunkworks EV division has little to do with Ford as we know it—and that may help reverse the entire company's fortunes.
The 2026 Mercedes CLA-Class Is A Turning Point For EVs. Here's Five Things To Know
With around 400 miles of range, outstanding fast-charging and a compelling price tag, the CLA breaks new ground for EVs in America.
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Volkswagen Is Testing This Robotaxi With No Steering Wheel Or Pedals
The manufacturer says it’s using this driverless taxi prototype to gauge passenger reactions.
Photo: Ford
All The EVs That Have Been Canceled Or Delayed In The U.S. This Year
Tariffs, the end of the tax credit and the ever-changing nature of the business forced some automakers to rethink their EV strategies.