Latest News Updates From Matthew Daly

Government, Technology

House GOP Votes to Block EPA Tailpipe Emissions Rule

House Republicans approved a bill Dec. 6 to block strict new tailpipe pollution limits proposed by the Biden administration, calling the plan a back-door mandate for electric vehicles.

December 7, 2023
Government, Safety, Fuel

US Announces New Emissions-Curbing Methane Rule at COP28

The Biden administration on Dec. 2 issued a final rule aimed at reducing methane emissions, targeting the U.S. oil and natural gas industry for its role in global warming.

December 4, 2023
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment

Proposed EV Tax Rules Could Make Full Credit Harder to Get

The departments of Treasury and Energy proposed new rules Dec. 1 that could make it harder for electric vehicles to qualify for a full $7,500 federal tax credit.

December 1, 2023
Government, Business, Equipment, Fuel

Bidens Rules on Clean Transportation Face a Crucial Test

WASHINGTON Efforts by the Biden administration to limit pollution from tailpipes face a crucial test as legal challenges brought by GOP-led states head to a federal appeals court.

September 14, 2023
Government, Business, Fuel

Plan to Restock Emergency Oil Reserve Put on Hold

WASHINGTON The Biden administration is delaying plans to restock the nations emergency oil reserve amid a price hike that has pushed oil above $80 a barrel.

August 2, 2023
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

Green Bank Opens for Clean Energy Projects Like EV Charging

WASHINGTON The Biden administration is making available $20 billion from a federal green bank for clean energy projects such as electric vehicle charging stations and more.

July 14, 2023
Government, Business, Technology

Energy Department Rejects $200 Million Grant to Microvast

WASHINGTON The Biden administration has canceled plans to award a $200 million grant to a U.S. battery manufacturer amid criticism from Republican lawmakers over the companys alleged ties to China.

May 24, 2023
Government, Business, Safety, Fuel

House GOP OKs Broad Bill to Unleash American Energy

WASHINGTON House Republicans on March 30 approved a sprawling energy package that seeks to undo virtually all of President Joe Bidens agenda to address climate change.

March 30, 2023
Government, Business, Technology

Tesla Will Make Some EV Chargers Available to All

WASHINGTON Electric car giant Tesla will make some of its charging stations available to all U.S. electric vehicles by the end of next year, under a new plan announced Feb. 15 by the White House.

February 15, 2023
Government, Business, Technology

Treasury Expands Tax Credits to More Electric SUVs

WASHINGTON The Treasury Department said Feb. 3 it is making more electric vehicles eligible for tax credits of up to $7,500 under new vehicle classification definitions.

February 3, 2023