electric vehicles

A new study from the University of Michigan suggests that rethinking how lithium ion batteries are manufactured could fix some of the key concerns keeping potential electric vehicle buyers on the sidelines.

First, what Trump's wide-ranging tariffs mean for the state's auto industry. Then, poetry from a Yooper with a sense of adventure. Plus, how to better charge your EVs in the cold. And, a review of Michigan author Nicholas Rombe’s second book Lisa 2.

Federal funding for state EV infrastructure is on hold. Michigan transportation officials say it has more than 30 contracts in place from the first round of federal funding, authorized by Congress under the Biden administration.

President Donald Trump announced many changes he plans to make after taking office Monday, including some that are likely to impact the auto industry in Michigan. In an executive order, Trump rescinded a Biden administration policy that encouraged electric vehicle production.

A $4.4 million EPA grant will pay for 15 EV heavy-duty trucks used for picking up recycled goods, replacing diesel trucks in some communities in Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne counties.

In today’s episode, a company that created a lamppost with built in EV chargers. Then, a conversation with a Kalamazoo-born contemporary artist about their new film. Lastly, how an African American network is serving the community through quilting education.

The EV1 was the first modern, mass-produced electric vehicle from a major automaker — pioneering some technologies you can still find in today's EVs. But the model was controversial, and short-lived.

We discussed what’s ahead for Stellantis now that the auto giant’s CEO has stepped down. Then, we met the man behind a well-loved coffee house and community space in Hamtramck. Plus, Alma Cooper on her journey through the Michigan pageant circuit to the Miss USA crown.

Four Michigan companies are getting federal grants through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to boost domestic the supply chain for advanced batteries.

Today, we talk about the new Wayne County jail and the problems with the new site. Then, we hear why certain used EV owners are having a difficult time claiming the credit from the IRS. Later, the nuance in the battle of small Michigan towns and rural areas against renewable energy. Plus, the barriers faced by sickle cell anemia patients just looking to get basic care and pain management.