The U.S. Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service have recently announced that more than $1 billion in tax credits is being provided as an upfront cash incentive to buyers of electric vehicles. This initiative was established through the Inflation Reduction Act, which allows for tax credits worth up to $7,500 for new EVs and $4,000
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The first pick by the Street’s top pros is off-price retailer Burlington Stores (BURL). The company demonstrated positive results for the first quarter of fiscal 2024 and raised both its profit margin and earnings outlook for the year. Jefferies analyst Corey Tarlowe, who reaffirmed a buy rating on BURL, raised the price target to $275
Rivian Automotive has recently announced an overhaul of its all-electric R1 pickup and SUV models, focusing on improving range, performance, and computing power. One of the most significant changes in the 2025 model-year vehicles is the incorporation of Nvidia chips to boost computing capabilities. The upgraded system now boasts ten times more performance than its
In a bold move towards the future of the automotive industry, Jeep has announced plans to significantly increase sales of its plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) in the U.S. market. The goal is to grow sales by up to 50% this year, with a target of selling between 160,000 to 170,000 units. This strategic decision
Aston Martin, under the leadership of Executive Chairman Lawrence Stroll, is poised to achieve a significant turnaround this year. With a fresh lineup of new models and a marketing boost from Formula 1, the sports car manufacturer is anticipating to become cash-flow positive soon. Stroll emphasized the importance of this transformative moment for the company,
Despite higher profits and lower costs, Best Buy missed Wall Street’s quarterly sales expectations. The retailer saw a drop in revenue from the previous year, with sales ranging from flat to a 3% decline. The company blamed softer demand for consumer electronics as a contributing factor to these lackluster results. Best Buy has been struggling
Nissan has recently issued a warning to owners of older vehicles, advising them to refrain from driving cars that are equipped with recalled Takata airbags. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) revealed that approximately 83,920 vehicles are affected by this alert. These vehicles include models such as the 2002-2006 Nissan Sentra, 2002-2004 Nissan Pathfinder,
Porsche recently introduced the first-ever production hybrid version of its renowned 911 sports car – the 2025 911 Carrera GTS. This new model comes with a starting price of $164,900, marking a significant shift in the direction of the iconic German sports car. With the automotive industry’s increasing emphasis on electrified vehicles and stricter fuel
Although the frenzy of home renovations seen during the pandemic has cooled off slightly, homeowners are still eager to invest in their living spaces as the spring housing market begins to heat up. According to the 2024 Cost vs. Value report from Zonda Media, certain home improvement projects are now offering the highest return on
Nio, a Chinese electric car company, recently unveiled its new, lower-priced brand called Onvo. The first car under this brand, the L60 SUV, is priced at 219,900 yuan (US$30,439) which is approximately $4,000 cheaper than Tesla’s Model Y. Deliveries for the L60 SUV are scheduled to start in September, with pre-sales already underway following the