8 stories tagged production-delay on EV Digest.
Volkswagen has announced a delay in the opening of its planned battery gigafactory in St. Thomas, Ontario. This setback, attributed to various factors, casts uncertainty on the timeline for the critical facility intended to support the automaker's North American EV production goals.
Stellantis has reportedly delayed the start of production for the Jeep Wagoneer EREV by six months, with initial builds now anticipated for November 2024. This extended-range electric SUV, which uses a gasoline engine solely as a generator for its electric powertrain, is a key part of Jeep's electrification strategy, alongside the upcoming Ram 1500 REV EREV.
Stellantis has reportedly informed suppliers that the production start for its highly anticipated extended-range electric vehicles, the Jeep Grand Wagoneer REEV and RAM 1500 REV, has been pushed back once more. This marks the second delay for these EREV models, potentially impacting the company's ambitious electrification timeline and market entry strategy.
Lucid Motors has announced a significant delay for its upcoming mid-size electric SUV, codenamed "Project Cosmos," now expected in the second half of 2027. This postponement aims to allow the company to refine its manufacturing processes and avoid past production challenges experienced with the Air sedan. The delay also coincides with a strategic shift to leverage its new partnership with Aston Martin.
Lucid has announced a delay in the production of its anticipated midsize electric vehicle until late 2027. This decision is part of a broader company turnaround plan aimed at ensuring the new model is fully market-ready before its release, avoiding past pitfalls of rushing products to market. The move reflects a more cautious approach to product development and market entry for the luxury EV maker.
Subaru's upcoming three-row electric SUV, the Getaway, has reportedly been delayed, pushing back its anticipated production start. This American-made model, which was expected to begin manufacturing by the end of this year, now faces an uncertain timeline.
Toyota has reportedly pushed back the production timeline for its first three-row battery electric SUV, the Highlander EV, which was initially slated for a 2027 release. This delay comes as the automaker opts to continue manufacturing the current gasoline and hybrid versions of the Highlander for a longer period. The decision reflects an apparent strategic shift regarding the introduction of its full-size electric model.
The all-new battery-electric Toyota Highlander SUV, initially planned for a late 2026 debut, has reportedly faced production delays. This setback means the launch of the electric Highlander could now be pushed back to early 2027 as Toyota works to finalize development.
