Industry Spotlight: October 29th - November 4th, 2025

Welcome to GridLink's Industry Spotlight, your weekly source for the latest developments in electric vehicles, charging solutions, and the evolution of electric mobility. Each week, we handpick the most impactful news, breakthrough technologies, and insightful commentary that shape the electric vehicle sector and its infrastructure. Designed for enthusiasts, professionals, and anyone intrigued by the electric revolution in transportation, our blog aims to enlighten, inspire, and keep you abreast of this dynamic industry. Check back every week to stay ahead of the curve and join GridLink in driving towards a sustainable, electrified future.

• EVs are expected to account for less than 6% of new vehicle sales in October, reflecting a sharp drop from the record highs seen before federal tax credits expired. (E&E News)
• A Tennessee economist linked General Motors' recent layoffs in the state and nationwide to the expiration of federal EV tax credits. (WKRN)
• Chinese automaker BYD reported another quarterly decline in profits, though analysts expect a potential rebound with the launch of its 2026 models. (Bloomberg)
• A New Jersey county deployed 10 new electric school buses and installed five charging stations, supported by $1.6 million in federal funding. (News Release)
• Volkswagen reported a $1.5 billion loss, citing President Trump's tariffs and reduced EV output at its Porsche brand as key factors. (New York Times)
• An undisclosed number of workers were laid off from construction of a new Indiana battery plant being developed by General Motors and Samsung as the automaker scales back EV investments. (Detroit News)