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GM will produce the 2027 Chevrolet Bolt for about 18 months at its Fairfax, Kansas plant before ending Bolt production to free capacity for a gas-powered Buick Envision, part of a reshaping of its lineup amid tariff- and tax-credit-related pressures and the Equinox moving to Kansas. The move dampens early hype for the affordable EV, while the plant faces layoffs and a tight supply of EV options for buyers.
Apple's stock dropped over 1.5% after U.S. government criticism regarding its slow move out of China, amid political pressure to bring manufacturing back to the U.S., which is complicated by high costs. Meanwhile, Apple is investing heavily in AI, acquiring firms like TrueMeeting and WhyLabs to enhance its AI capabilities. Wall Street analysts maintain a Moderate Buy rating on AAPL with a potential upside of about 7.7%.
The Rivian R2, a smaller and more affordable all-electric SUV, has garnered over 68,000 reservations within 24 hours of its reveal, with a $100 refundable deposit securing a place in line for the $45,000 vehicle that offers over 300 miles of range. Production of the R2 has been moved up to the first half of 2026 at Rivian's Illinois factory, saving the company $2.25 billion and shortening the wait time for customers.