NEW YORK—According to a new study conducted by ABI Research, BYD Auto Co. is the top electric vehicle manufacturer in the world, just ahead of Tesla Inc.

STAMFORD, CT—By 2027, many next-generation EVs will be cheaper to mass produce than comparable ICE vehicles, claims a new report by Gartner Inc.

AUSTIN, TX — Tesla Inc. has picked the Austin, Texas, area as the site for its largest auto assembly plant employing at least 5,000 workers.

CASA GRANDE, AZ — Construction has begun at Lucid Motor’s Arizona manufacturing facility that will be dedicated to the production of the Lucid Motors Air electric sedan. According to the company, production will begin in late 2020.

CHATTANOOGA, TN—Volkswagen of America has started construction on its $800 million electric vehicle production facility here that will include battery pack assembly.

IRVINE, CA—Auto parts manufacturer Wanxiang America has acquired the assets of bankrupt electric carmaker Fisker Automotive for $149.2 million.