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VinFast Soars to ~170,000 Sales in Vietnam in 2025 - CleanTechnica
VinFast, the Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, achieved a significant milestone in 2025 by delivering approximately 170,000 EVs in Vietnam, nearly doubling its 2024 domestic sales. The company’s Hai Phong factory alone produced 200,000 vehicles by the end of 2025, including the popular Limo Green 7-seater electric MPV, which set a monthly sales record with 9,642 units sold in November. The Hai Phong plant operates at a highly optimized level with over 18,000 employees, 1,200 ABB robots, and up to 90% automation, producing vehicles at a rate comparable to some of the world’s largest Gigafactories. Despite strong domestic performance and a firm hold as Vietnam’s top-selling auto brand, VinFast did not meet its global delivery targets for 2025. However, the company expanded its manufacturing footprint by launching operations at three new factories in key Asian markets, including Indonesia and India,
electric-vehiclesVinFastEV-manufacturingautomationABB-robotsenergyelectric-mobilityThe startup Faraday Future Will Make Its New EVs In The USA
Faraday Future, a California-based electric vehicle (EV) startup founded in 2014, is making significant strides in the EV market with plans to manufacture its new EV models in the United States. Named after the pioneering physicist Michael Faraday, the company has overcome early uncertainties and is now advancing its product lineup, including the FX series and the tech-rich “AI-MPV” Super One. Faraday Future aims to offer vehicles targeting the mid-range luxury segment with base prices ranging from $20,000 to $80,000, positioning itself as a competitor to established models like the Tesla Model X and Cadillac Escalade. In December 2024, Faraday Future marked a milestone by rolling off the first pre-production FX Super One MPV at its Hanford, California facility, signaling progress toward its goal of launching production by the end of 2025. The company emphasizes disrupting the U.S. high-end family and business mobility market, which has traditionally lacked diversity beyond models like the Esc
energyelectric-vehiclesFaraday-FutureEV-manufacturingsustainable-transportationautomotive-technologyclean-energyFarley Follies Foil Ford F-150 Lightning Plans - CleanTechnica
The article from CleanTechnica chronicles the rise and fall of Ford’s F-150 Lightning electric pickup truck, highlighting the initial excitement and subsequent setbacks. Ford initially impressed the world with a video showcasing the F-150 Lightning’s impressive towing capacity and a starting price of $40,000, generating high expectations for the company to lead the EV revolution. However, when the truck reached showrooms, its price was significantly higher, and early adopters reported limited range when towing and various quality issues. These problems, combined with rising prices, led to a sharp decline in sales. Compounding Ford’s challenges were political and regulatory shifts in the U.S. government that rolled back emissions standards and eliminated incentives for electric vehicles, favoring traditional, profitable SUVs and pickup trucks. In response, Ford announced it would cease production of the F-150 Lightning and cancel plans for its all-electric successor, the T3, which was to be built on a dedicated EV platform. The company also revealed a $19.
energyelectric-vehiclesbattery-technologyFord-F-150-LightningEV-manufacturingautomotive-industryclean-energyRivian will pay $250M to settle lawsuit over R1 price hike
Rivian has agreed to pay $250 million to settle a class-action shareholder lawsuit stemming from the company's 2022 price hikes on its R1 pickup truck and SUV. The lawsuit accused Rivian of making misleading statements about the costs of building the R1 electric vehicles in its 2021 IPO filings, which allegedly contributed to the stock price decline following the price increase announcement. While Rivian denies any wrongdoing, the settlement requires approval from a U.S. District Court judge. If approved, $67 million will be covered by the company’s directors’ and officers’ liability insurance, with the remaining $183 million paid from cash reserves; Rivian had $4.8 billion in cash as of mid-2024. The settlement arrives as Rivian faces challenges with lagging R1 sales, compounded by tariffs and the loss of federal EV tax credits. The company is restructuring, including layoffs of over 600 employees and CEO RJ Scaringe assuming interim chief marketing officer duties. Meanwhile, Riv
energyelectric-vehiclesRivianEV-manufacturingautomotive-industrysupply-chainelectric-SUVsPhilippine EV Market Continues to Accelerate, Says Local EV Experts - CleanTechnica
The Philippine electric vehicle (EV) market is rapidly advancing, driven by increased investment and supportive government policies, according to Edmund Araga, President of the Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP). Central to this progress are the Electric Vehicle Industry Development Act (EVIDA) of 2022 and the Comprehensive Roadmap for the Electric Vehicle Industry (CREVI), which guide the sector’s growth. The recent 13th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit (PEVS), held from October 23 to 25, highlighted key industry trends, policy discussions, consumer adoption challenges, and sustainability goals, serving as a critical forum for manufacturers, policymakers, and enthusiasts. Significant financial commitments have been made across the EV value chain. Notably, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines pledged 7 billion pesos for EV and renewable energy projects, while Ayala Corporation’s EV subsidiary secured $100 million from the Asian Development Bank to expand charging infrastructure and commercial EV deployment. Additionally, the first domestic EV battery factory in New Clark City
energyelectric-vehiclesEV-charging-stationsrenewable-energyelectric-mobilityEV-manufacturingsustainable-transportationSlate Auto’s electric truck: See it first at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025
At TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, Slate Auto CEO Chris Barman will unveil the company’s new electric truck live on stage, marking the first public reveal of this next-generation commercial EV. Barman will also discuss Slate Auto’s innovative approach to the commercial electric vehicle market, covering aspects from design and manufacturing to the challenges of hardware innovation, supply chain management, and startup-scale production in a capital-intensive industry. This event promises an unfiltered insider perspective on building a vehicle company focused on affordability, personalization, and advanced technology. Chris Barman brings extensive experience to Slate Auto, having held leadership roles at Chrysler, Eaton Corporation, and HCL Technologies, with expertise in autonomous driving, electrical systems, and driver-assistance technologies. Her background as a mechanical engineer and MBA, combined with her commitment to mentoring women engineers, underscores her leadership in the EV space. TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, held October 27–29 in San Francisco, will gather over 10,000 industry leaders,
energyelectric-vehiclesEV-manufacturingautomotive-technologyhardware-innovationsupply-chaincommercial-trucksSila opens U.S. factory to make silicon anodes for energy dense EV batteries
Sila, a battery materials startup, has commenced operations at its new factory in Moses Lake, Washington, marking the first large-scale silicon anode production facility in the Western world. Initially, the factory can produce enough silicon anode material to supply batteries for 20,000 to 50,000 electric vehicles (EVs), with potential expansion plans to meet demand for up to 2.5 million vehicles. Silicon anodes, which Sila has developed over 14 years, can increase lithium-ion battery energy density by up to 50%, offering significant improvements in EV battery performance, including faster charging and reduced reliance on costly materials like nickel. The choice of Moses Lake leverages local advantages such as cheap hydropower, ample land, and proximity to key raw materials, enabling a cost-effective production process. Sila aims to demonstrate consistency between materials produced at this new facility and those from its prior R&D line. The company anticipates that batteries using its silicon anodes will become cheaper than
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US automakers continue to accelerate their electric vehicle (EV) production plans despite recent federal policy setbacks, including the elimination of the $7,500 EV tax credit. Hyundai Motor Group, alongside Ford and General Motors, is notably expanding its US operations with a strong focus on EVs. In 2024, Hyundai opened a large facility in Georgia and announced a $21 billion investment plan over three years aimed at producing 1.2 million vehicles, including both internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric models. This plan also supports Hyundai’s ventures into robotics, small modular nuclear reactors, and electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. In August, Hyundai increased this investment by an additional $5 billion, emphasizing a substantial expansion of production capacity to better meet evolving American consumer demands with greater speed and efficiency. The evolving needs referenced by Hyundai likely pertain to the integration of EVs with modern energy technologies such as smart grids, energy storage, solar panels, and virtual power plants,
energyelectric-vehiclesEV-manufacturingHyundaiclean-energyelectric-mobilityEV-charging-stationsSlate Auto's New EV Is Coming, Tax Credit Or Not
Slate Auto, a startup backed by Jeff Bezos’s investment arm, is preparing to launch its first electric vehicle (EV), the Blank Slate pickup truck, despite the impending expiration of the $7,500 federal EV tax credit on September 30. The company aims to offer an affordable EV priced under $20,000 with the tax credit, but plans to proceed even without it. Slate Auto is refurbishing a former printing plant in Warsaw, Indiana, to produce the Blank Slate and other variants on the same platform, using a minimalist design with only about 600 parts—significantly fewer than typical trucks—to keep costs low and simplify manufacturing. The new factory is expected to bring over 2,000 jobs and a $400 million investment to the local economy, replacing the 525 jobs lost when the printing plant closed in 2023. Indiana Representative Rudy Yakym, despite voting against the tax credit, has publicly supported the factory and credited recent legislation, such as the “One Big Beautiful Bill
energyelectric-vehiclesEV-manufacturingclean-energyautomotive-industrysustainable-transportationSlate-AutoVinFast Inaugurates India Plant, Bolstering Asian EV Strategy - CleanTechnica
Vietnamese automaker VinFast has officially opened its first electric vehicle (EV) assembly plant outside Vietnam, located in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, India. This 400-acre facility represents a key component of VinFast’s $2 billion investment in the Indian market and is equipped with advanced production capabilities including Body Shop, Paint Shop, Assembly Shop, and Quality Control Center. Initially, the plant will assemble the VF 7 and VF 6 electric SUVs with an annual capacity of 50,000 vehicles, scalable up to 150,000 units. The plant is expected to generate up to 3,500 direct jobs, contributing to regional socio-economic growth. VinFast aims to develop this facility into its largest export hub for South Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, having already secured initial orders from several countries in these regions. VinFast’s expansion in India is part of a broader Asian strategy that includes establishing a $200 million EV assembly plant in Indonesia and expanding presence in Thailand
energyelectric-vehiclesEV-manufacturingVinFastautomotive-industrysustainable-energyAsia-market-expansionA Brief Update on Latin America’s EV Manufacturing: Brazil Rises, Mexico Waits, and Smaller Actors Appear on the Radar - CleanTechnica
The article provides an update on the state of electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing in Latin America, highlighting Brazil’s emerging leadership, Mexico’s stalled progress, and the appearance of smaller regional players. While EV sales often dominate headlines, the article emphasizes that local EV manufacturing is critical for sustainable transition and political support. Latin America’s vehicle manufacturing base is significant despite a relatively small market, with Brazil and Argentina benefiting from protected markets and Mexico integrated into North American production chains. Other countries like Uruguay, Paraguay, Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador, and Colombia maintain some local assembly lines, whereas Chile notably exited vehicle production in 2008. Brazil is rising as a key EV manufacturing hub, driven mainly by BYD’s recent launch of the BYD Seagull at its Camaçarí plant, which can produce up to 150,000 units annually with potential expansion. BYD also plans to produce other models such as the Song and King, and is developing ethanol-based plug-in hybrids, signaling a unique regional
energyelectric-vehiclesEV-manufacturingsustainable-mobilityLatin-AmericaBYDhybrid-vehiclesVinFast Inaugurates 2nd EV Plant In Vietnam - CleanTechnica
Vietnamese automaker VinFast has launched its second electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing plant in the Vũng Áng Economic Zone, Hà Tĩnh Province, approximately 430 kilometers from its main Hai Phong factory. Built in under seven months, this facility is VinFast’s fifth globally and initially has an annual production capacity of 200,000 vehicles. The 360,000-square-meter plant features advanced automated production lines with equipment from ABB, Dürr, Fanuc, and Siemens, and includes key manufacturing areas such as Body Welding, Painting, Assembly, Logistics, and Quality Control. Initial production will focus on compact urban EV models like the VF3, Minio Green, and EC Van, with plans to prototype and assemble additional models at this site for both domestic and export markets. VinFast is also developing four other factories worldwide. In the U.S., a major manufacturing and battery plant is underway in North Carolina, targeting 150,000 vehicles annually but delayed to 2028. In
electric-vehiclesEV-manufacturingautomationVinFastenergybattery-productionindustrial-roboticsEVs dominate the most American-made cars index and it’s not just because of Tesla
The 2025 American-Made Index (AMI), compiled annually by Cars.com, highlights the dominance of electric vehicles (EVs) in the U.S. auto manufacturing landscape, with Tesla securing the top four positions. Tesla’s Model 3 was ranked as the most American-made vehicle, reflecting the company’s consistent presence in the top 10 since it began participating five years ago. Notably, EVs claimed six of the top 10 spots on the list, including models from Kia and Volkswagen, underscoring the significant shift toward electrification beyond Tesla alone. The index evaluates vehicles based on factors such as final assembly location, percentage of U.S. and Canadian parts, origin of engines and transmissions, and U.S. manufacturing workforce. Among the standout vehicles, the Kia EV6, assembled in Georgia, contains the highest percentage of U.S. and Canadian parts at 80%, the most of any vehicle sold in the U.S. today. This year’s index included 11 battery-electric
energyelectric-vehiclesEV-manufacturingAmerican-made-carsbattery-electric-vehiclesautomotive-industryvehicle-electrificationRivian Aims To Cement Future EV Sales With New Park For Suppliers
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