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Mobility, tech, future of cars, etc. EIC at @insideevs.com. Contributor @theatlantic.com. Past: Jalopnik, The Drive, words in The Verge, Heatmap, more. The bastards haven't gotten me yet. Get my newsletter, Route Zero: https://routezero.beehiiv.com/
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Patrick George @patrickgeorge.bsky.social · Jul 10
Item! The world of electrification and mobility moves fast. That's why I'm starting a weekly newsletter to round up all of the most crucial news in this space, with the right context. Sign up for Route Zero here (and yes, it's free): routezero.beehiiv.com/p/welcome-to...
Welcome to Route Zero
And why I picked right now to launch a newsletter about the electric vehicle transition.
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"The road map for how Chinese cars could come to the U.S. has never been clearer." Good one by @patrickgeorge.bsky.social www.theatlantic.com/technology/2...
The Firewall Against Chinese Cars Is Cracking
America can't keep out China's cheap EVs forever.
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January 23, 2026 at 10:46 PM
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Some thoughts in this week's Route Zero about where the Chinese EV incursion into North America could go next. Which scenario do you think is most likely?

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Three Ways to Think About Chinese EVs Breaking Into North America
With Canada's new trade deal allowing Chinese EV imports, a shift is clearly underway. But what does it mean for GM, Ford, Toyota and the other automakers?
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January 24, 2026 at 1:26 PM
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Trump: “It’s a good thing for [Carney] to sign a trade deal. If he can get a trade deal with China, he should do that.”

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Cheap Chinese EVs Are Coming To Canada. Not Everyone Is Happy About It
As Canada lifts 100% tariffs on Chinese-made EVs, some politicians and labor groups aren't thrilled about where this could lead.
insideevs.com
January 17, 2026 at 3:04 PM
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In the span of less than two weeks:

—Geely openly admits it’s eyeing a U.S. announcement
—Trump tells China Inc. “let them come” if they build here
—Canada cuts tariffs on Chinese-made EVs

Backing off in the tech race is about to get very real:

www.routezeromedia.com/p/detroit-ch...
'Innovate Or Be Left Behind': On Detroit, China And The Future Of Cars
Amid the Detroit Auto Show, the American auto industry finds itself at a crossroads. Does it still innovate if it's no longer under the regulatory gun?
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January 16, 2026 at 1:04 PM
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It’s far more likely this could happen under his administration, and then be framed as fantastic economic news, than under a Democrat in the White House

www.autonews.com/manufacturin...
In Detroit, Trump touts tariffs and reiterates openness to Chinese auto plants in U.S.
President Donald Trump said tariffs and rollbacks in environmental regulations are bolstering the U.S. auto industry. He also said he was open to Chinese automakers opening U.S. plants.
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January 14, 2026 at 2:22 AM
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Trump: I hear hydrogen vehicles are not testing too well
January 13, 2026 at 7:37 PM
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I'm not sure most automakers could stomach the idea of an in-house autonomous taxi division. But when I spoke to Motional's CEO at CES last week, she explained why Hyundai's playing the long game here:

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Hyundai Is Launching Its Own Robotaxi Service. Can It Win Where Cruise Failed?
CES 2026 was a coming-out party for Hyundai's Motional robotaxi division. It aims to compete with Waymo, but it has a lot of catching up to do.
insideevs.com
January 12, 2026 at 4:06 PM
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A good take on robotaxi services at CES: www.businessinsider.com/first-time-c...
January 10, 2026 at 1:24 PM
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California wants to plug the hole left by the EV tax credit with $200 million.
California Plans To Plug The EV Tax Credit Gap With $200 Million
The state is proposing to set aside hundreds of millions of dollars in EV incentives to make up for the loss of the federal tax credit.
insideevs.com
January 9, 2026 at 10:13 PM
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CES 2026, in one photo
January 6, 2026 at 8:34 PM
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I drove a bunch of these last year. They're like Volvos and Polestars, but better. And some of their SUVs feel tailor-made for American buyers. If they could backdoor these brands with U.S. production and the prices aren't outrageous, they could be a hit.
January 6, 2026 at 4:57 PM
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Mercedes wants to automate your city driving—as long as you keep your hands on the wheel, anyway.

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I Tried Mercedes' Answer To Tesla Full Self-Driving. It Handles City Streets—With One Major Caveat
We went for a ride in a CLA sedan equipped with MB.Drive Assist Pro. Here's why Mercedes thinks hands-on is the way to go in cities.
insideevs.com
January 6, 2026 at 12:30 AM
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I am the furthest thing from a robotics expert, but this looks so much more legit than anything I’ve seen from Optimus

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January 5, 2026 at 9:18 PM
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If you're an American, BYD is the biggest car company in the world that you've never seen

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Tesla Dominated EVs For Years. BYD Just Left It In The Dust
As Tesla contends with an aging lineup and the controversial politics of its CEO, Chinese juggernaut BYD isn't slowing down.
insideevs.com
January 2, 2026 at 3:37 PM
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Enormously proud of everything our small but dedicated team accomplished this past year! Catch up on some of our biggest hits right here.
insideevs.com InsideEVs @insideevs.com · 25d
From exclusive stories to in-depth podcast interviews, we stayed busy covering the chaotic world of electric vehicles in 2025. Here's some of our best work from the past year.

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The Best InsideEVs Stories Of 2025
Exclusive stories, videos, podcasts—we were very busy amid a wild year in the EV space. Here are some of our favorites.
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December 31, 2025 at 8:33 PM
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It may be showing its age, but I still really enjoy this thing. The question is, what will Ford do with it now, as EV optimism gives way to a big strategy shift?
insideevs.com InsideEVs @insideevs.com · 26d
Ford's performance-focused electric crossover has come a long way since 2020, and it's still ahead of the curve in many ways—and falling behind in others. So is it still a good buy?

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2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E Review: Can It Keep Up With The Pack In 2026?
Ford once unleashed a top competitor to the Tesla Model Y. But do its specs hold up to the best in 2026 and beyond?
insideevs.com
December 30, 2025 at 7:23 PM
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A heartfelt thanks to everyone who tuned into our show and made it impactful in 2025. And an especially huge shoutout to my pod partner @tlevin.bsky.social, who works unbelievably hard to make it a must-listen every week. Here's to more great eps and interviews in 2026!
December 26, 2025 at 2:27 PM
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Hmmmm
December 23, 2025 at 6:48 PM
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This is why the "we're following consumer choice" line drives me nuts. People haven't had enough great EV choices yet! They got stuff they couldn't afford!

www.carscoops.com/2025/12/farl...
Farley Just Realized $55K EV Trucks Don’t Sell, After Ford Made Sure That’s All It Sold | Carscoops
Expensive EVs aren’t working, and Ford is backing away with a $19.5B charge and a hybrid-first pivot underway
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December 19, 2025 at 1:45 PM
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It's that time of year again! InsideEVs is proud to present the 2026 Breakthrough Awards, our second annual car-of-the-year test. We had five outstanding Editor's Choice picks this year that we'll be doling out all day, before the winner is crowned. Here's the rundown: insideevs.com/news/782016/...
2026 Breakthrough Awards: We've Tested Hundreds Of EVs. These Are The Best
Our editors tested dozens of EVs to find out which ones are true breakthroughs, and which are also-rans. These are the stand-outs.
insideevs.com
December 17, 2025 at 4:33 PM
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If you want some optimism for the EV space after a tough 2025: this was one of the best cars I've driven this year. One hell of a deal for under $50,000 starting.

insideevs.com/reviews/7818...
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 Mercedes CLA 250+ breaks new ground for EVs in America.
insideevs.com
December 16, 2025 at 2:40 PM
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For car companies, it's any way the wind blows

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December 16, 2025 at 12:45 PM
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In which @gaytonausa.bsky.social asks: how may pivots does Ford Motor have left before all that talk about losing to China comes true? insideevs.com/news/781900/...
Ford’s Latest Pivot Is Great News For China
Ford’s EV hopes now rest on its affordable Universal EV Platform. That’s suddenly a heavy burden to bear—if it even happens.
insideevs.com
December 15, 2025 at 11:47 PM
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Ford's Tennessee Electric Vehicle Center will also be renamed the Tennessee Truck Plant, where it will now make affordable gas-powered pickups instead.
insideevs.com InsideEVs @insideevs.com · Dec 15
Production of the all-electric Ford F-150 has come to an end. But the next one will be an extended-range electric vehicle, or EREV, with 700 miles of range.

But Ford announced other pivots back to gas today too:

insideevs.com/news/781889/...
The Next Ford F-150 Lightning Will Get A Gas Engine
Ford has an answer to the F-150 Lightning's woes: turn it into a 700-mile extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) for the next generation.
insideevs.com
December 15, 2025 at 9:09 PM
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"In other words, [federal regulators] cannot say for sure that manufacturers have raised prices to cover the costs of technology used to improve fuel economy... They also acknowledged cost increases for consumers paying for more fuel."

www.autonews.com/regulation-s...
Trump says CAFE changes will save drivers money. The fine print says they’ll actually pay more
The net cost increase of vehicle ownership to consumers because of the proposed changes to the Corporate Average Fuel Economy standards will increase by between $1,657 and $2,546, NHTSA said.
www.autonews.com
December 15, 2025 at 1:33 PM