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Big oil companies cut business ties with Russia
Tuesday, March 01, 2022
BP, Equinor and Shell have all announced they are terminating their ties to the Russian oil industry — a move that will cost them billions of dollars.
The U.S. and 30 other nations are releasing oil from reserves to try to calm markets
Tuesday, March 01, 2022
Oil-consuming nations will bring 60 million barrels of crude out of storage and onto global markets. It's supposed to calm oil prices down, but global crude went up on the news.
Biden sanctions spare Russia's energy sector. What that means for OPEC talks
Sunday, February 27, 2022
The ongoing crisis in Ukraine has created volatility on global oil markets. The oil cartel OPEC+ has a meeting this week to discuss their output.
Oil surges past $100 a barrel after Russia invades Ukraine
Thursday, February 24, 2022
Oil surged past triple-digit prices for the first time since 2014. The breach of the psychologically significant milestone is bound to reinforce fears about inflation.
Ukraine crisis drives up global energy prices
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
The Russian military buildup that's threatening Ukraine is also driving up global energy prices. Oil has come close to $100 per barrel, a price not seen since 2014.
Oil prices are surging toward $100 a barrel. Here's what that means for you
Tuesday, February 22, 2022
The threat of war between Russia and Ukraine is driving prices sharply higher, but there's more at play than just geopolitical tensions.
How China dominates the electric vehicle supply chain
Monday, February 21, 2022
The entire auto industry is making a massive pivot to electric vehicles. The world is going to need a lot more batteries. And China dominates the supply chain.
California sues Tesla, alleging rampant racism at factory
Tuesday, February 15, 2022
A California state agency has sued Tesla, alleging that the automaker allowed "rampant racism" to run unchecked for years. The company says the lawsuit is "unfair and counterproductive."
Automakers face even more supply chain pain as Canadian protesters block a key bridge
Thursday, February 10, 2022
Car makers are canceling some production shifts as protests over public health measures in Canada shut a key bridge that connects Detroit to Ontario.
Why buying a car is still such a miserable experience right now
Tuesday, February 08, 2022
Car buyers today continue to face fewer choices and much higher prices — and cheap vehicles are especially hard to find. It's not just that there are fewer cars; the ones being made are fancier, too.
Automakers and dealers are rolling in it thanks to demand for new cars
Saturday, February 05, 2022
Thanks to supply chain delays, car shoppers are finding fewer choices and higher prices. But low supply and high demand is paying off handsomely for auto makers and dealers.
OPEC members to meet as crude oil prices reach 7-year highs
Wednesday, February 02, 2022
The OPEC oil cartel holds its monthly meeting Tuesday amid high prices driven by supply shortages and geopolitical tensions. Some analysts predict prices could go up to a $100 a barrel soon.
2022 is promising to be big year for electric vehicles
Sunday, January 02, 2022
Big automakers are planning to introduce several new models of electric vehicles in the coming year, though the demise of a hoped-for subsidy may keep sales sluggish in the short term.
Energy got a lot more expensive in 2021
Friday, December 31, 2021
Compared to this time last year, we're all paying a lot more to use many kinds energy — whether it's gasoline for our cars or heating fuel for our homes.
What if cars could stop you from driving drunk? A peek at the latest tech
Friday, December 31, 2021
A new federal law will eventually require new vehicles to detect and prevent drunk driving, which would revolutionize vehicle safety. Here's a look at some of the technology being developed.
Tesla recalls nearly half a million cars over possible safety issues
Thursday, December 30, 2021
Defects in some models leading to problems with the rearview camera and front hood, which could lead to serious accidents, triggered two separate recalls of the electric cars.
For the auto industry, 2022 will pick up where 2021's problems left off
Wednesday, December 29, 2021
If you've tried to buy a car this year, you probably don't need us to tell you that auto lots are empty and prices are high. It's just been that kind of a wild year.
Companies are working on technology to get cars to detect and prevent drunk driving
Tuesday, December 28, 2021
The new infrastructure law includes a requirement for a new safety feature in vehicles: Some sort of technology to detect and prevent drunk driving. But how would that actually work?
Cars are getting better at driving themselves, but you still can't sit back and nap
Wednesday, December 22, 2021
A lot of new cars can drive themselves down the middle of a lane and adjust speed to match traffic. Some even let you go hands-free at times. But they all require very close supervision.
Latest coronavirus variant has put oil producing countries in a tough spot
Wednesday, December 01, 2021
OPEC delayed a committee meeting to assess the impact of the omicron variant. The group needs to decide whether to hit pause on production increases or keep boosting output.