N.Y. Times news on Electric and Hybrid vehicles

1. Between Attacks on Electric Cars, Trump Says They’re ‘Incredible’

   The former president’s comments on E.V.s have shifted since he has grown more friendly with Elon Musk, the billionaire head of Tesla.

2. Tesla Q2 Earnings Report Reveals 45% Profit Drop Amid Weak E.V. Sales

   The company led by Elon Musk is selling fewer electric cars, and its big bets on driverless taxis and artificial intelligence could take many years to pay off.

3. G.M. Will Restart Cruise Taxi Operations

   General Motors said the self-driving division’s cars will run in Dallas, Houston and Phoenix after an accident last year. Human drivers will supervise the cars.

4. Corvette Bucked a Sports Cars Decline. Can It Thrive in an E.V. Era?

   The General Motors sports car, which enjoyed strong sales after a big design change, now has a hybrid version and may get a fully electric model that may turn off some gas-loving customers.

5. Ferrari and Other Car Brands Seek the Road to High-End Fashion

   Ferrari has positioned itself as a high-end fashion and lifestyle brand that appeals to more than just Formula 1 fans. Could Jeep follow that lead?

6. How to Rein In Rising Auto Insurance Rates

   Taking a safe driver course can save you 10 percent on the premium, one expert said. Improving your credit score can also help as can getting married.

7. Ford Plans More Gas Trucks, Fewer Electric Vehicles

   Ford, General Motors and other automakers are slowing investments in electric vehicles and doubling down on more profitable gasoline cars and trucks.

8. Biden Offers $1.7 Billion to Help Factories Build Electric Vehicles

   A Jeep plant that closed last year will be among those that will benefit from federal grants meant to help automotive manufacturers and protect jobs.

9. Tesla’s Share of U.S. Electric Car Market Falls Below 50%

   A new report estimates that the company led by Elon Musk accounted for just under half of all battery-powered vehicles sold in the second quarter of the year.

10. As the E.V. Revolution Slows, Ferrari Enters the Race

    Growth in electric vehicle sales has been slowing, but the Italian luxury carmaker is stepping up investment and setting ambitious targets.

11. U.A.W. Monitor Reveals Details About Investigation Into Union Leader

    A court-appointed monitor said he was looking into allegations that a union official was punished for resisting actions that would have benefited the union president’s partner and her sister.

12. Tesla Sales Down, GM and Toyota Up Slightly in 2nd Quarter

    High interest rates, economic uncertainty and a cyberattack appear to have dampened sales in the three months through June.

13. The Art of Making a Classic Car Ready for Its Close-up

    When a vehicle enters a concours, it must be perfect to win an award. That’s where preparation specialists step in.

14. Elon Musk’s Politics May Be Pushing Some Buyers Away From Tesla

    The Tesla chief executive’s polarizing statements have alienated some potential customers and may be partly responsible for a recent slump in sales.

15. For Young Collectors, Grandpa’s Car Is a New Must-Have

    Collectors tend to buy the vehicles they loved in their youth, but millennials and Gen-Zers are skipping back generations.