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NORTH KINGSTOWN, RI—Regent Craft Inc. has conducted a successful test of its 12-passenger battery-powered Viceroy “seaglider” here.

Despite the policy changes coming out of Washington, EVs aren’t going away. If anything, battery power is here to stay and will become even more prominent on American roads.

ZURICH—Advanced manufacturing technology will play a key role as the automotive industry continues to transition to mixed-model assembly lines.

TROY, MI—The J.D. Power 2025 U.S. Electric Vehicle Experience Ownership Stud reveals that quality-related issues are declining.

Volkswagen has been expanding its presence across Africa, recently creating a dedicated "Sub-Saharan" region to oversee operations. The company already has manufacturing and assembly facilities in South Africa, Kenya, Rwanda, and Ghana. A similar e-tractor initiative, the GenFarm Project, is already underway in Rwanda, providing sustainable mechanized farming solutions.

Autonomous & Electric Mobility recently asked Tetsuji Tsuda, senior manager for software engineering, power systems and automotive solution marketing, to explain how Renesas is developing new technology for electrification and ADAS applications.

MUNICH—BMW AG recently unveiled the sixth generation of its eDrive technology, which will be used in its Neue Klasse electric vehicles.

WARREN, MI—A GM engineer tests EV batteries by day and counts birds by night.

CHICAGO—A variety of electric vehicles stood out at the recent Chicago Auto Show.

Robotic automation is key for automakers adapting to the evolving EV market, allowing for flexible production and efficient operations amidst uncertainty in regulations and demand.