Left-wing backlash against Tesla CEO Elon Musk is not just hurting Tesla sales—it’s dragging down the entire electric vehicle market. New research published in Nature reveals that since Musk’s public alignment with President Donald Trump and his shift toward conservative politics, progressive consumers are backing away from electric vehicle purchases altogether.
A Tesla charging unit triggered a two-alarm garage fire in Lewisville, Texas, on Monday, causing major damage to the home’s upper floors and destroying a second vehicle, according to city fire officials.
Tesla and Ford are racing against the clock as the federal electric vehicle tax credit is set to expire on September 30. The $7,500 incentive, which has helped drive EV adoption in recent years, is being eliminated under President Donald Trump’s newly passed “Big Beautiful Bill.” Automakers are scrambling to clear inventory before the deadline hits and prices rise.
General Motors is walking a fine line with President Donald Trump’s administration, publicly praising his support for American manufacturing while quietly lobbying to preserve electric vehicle (EV) mandates and subsidies initiated under former President Joe Biden. The automaker, led by CEO Mary Barra, has been simultaneously touting domestic investment and importing millions of foreign-made vehicles.
The Illinois Pollution Control Board (IPCB) is considering a proposal that would ban the sale of most new non-electric vehicles in the state by 2035. Environmental groups are pushing for Illinois to adopt California-style emissions standards, which include phasing out gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and implementing stricter emissions regulations on heavy-duty trucks.
BMW’s conservative approach to electric vehicle (EV) adoption—investing in platforms that accommodate internal-combustion, hybrid, and electric powertrains—is paying off as the company navigates the complex transition to electrification.
