Green Car Reports
APRIL 15, 2024
China already has enough battery manufacturing capacity to supply all global EV production, according to Bloomberg New Energy Finance. BNEF estimates to global battery-cell demand for both EVs and energy storage came in at around 950 gigawatt-hours in 2023—but manufacturing capacity was more than twice that, at around 2,600 gigawatt-hours.
Teslarati
APRIL 15, 2024
RBC Capital analyst Tom Narayan maintained his “Buy” rating for electric vehicle maker Tesla ( NASDAQ:TSLA ) on Monday. His price target for Tesla was also listed at $298 per share, suggesting an upside of over 80%. Narayan is currently ranked on TipRanks as a 4-star analyst with an average return of 7.4% and a success rate of 53.95%. He covers several auto companies such as Tesla, Ferrari, and the Mercedes-Benz Group.
Electrek
APRIL 16, 2024
Will all-solid-state batteries be a “game-changer for EVs?” Nissan believes so. The automaker is accelerating all-solid-state EV battery development, hoping to make its electric models more competitive. Nissan kicked off construction on its all-solid-state EV battery pilot line this week with plans to introduce them in a wide range of models, including pickups.
The Driven EV News
APRIL 13, 2024
Fossil fuel backed consortium still claiming hydrogen has an advantage over battery electric in transport. We dug deep to see what was behind the claim. The post Fossil fuel backers still arguing hydrogen has advantage over batteries for transport appeared first on The Driven.
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Green Car Reports
APRIL 14, 2024
Many EVs have a lower five-year cost of ownership than comparable gasoline models, according an annual roundup from Vincentric, a source for ownership cost calculations for websites and automakers. Vincentric's analysis covers eight factors: depreciation, fees and taxes, financing, fuel cost, insurance, maintenance, opportunity cost and repairs.
Teslarati
APRIL 16, 2024
Tesla is set to roll out an awesome new feature with Sentry Mode, allowing owners to watch the video clip recorded by the car on their phone. Sentry Mode is a security feature on Tesla vehicles that records instances and events that occur near the car. It has helped solve things as simple as petty vandalism , like keying, and even liability in accidents.
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The Driven EV News
APRIL 16, 2024
Nissan says solid state batteries will double intensity of lithium batteries and cost less, and can also be used as energy storage. The post Nissan unveils solid state battery line that will double energy intensity at lower price appeared first on The Driven.
Green Car Reports
APRIL 15, 2024
Rivian announced Monday that it will start planning routes around charger reliability in a new way—by grading each real-world charge site. The change is part of Rivian’s Software Update 2024.11.01, which rolls out to its vehicles, including the R1T electric pickup and R1S electric SUV, starting Monday. And with it, route planning will.
Teslarati
APRIL 16, 2024
It appears that Tesla is about to find itself in a “wartime” setting or sorts once more. This was, at least, hinted at by CEO Elon Musk on social media. Tesla became the electric vehicle behemoth that it is today by making risky decisions. However, following the Model 3 ramp that almost killed the company, it seemed that Tesla had calmed down somewhat.
Electrek
APRIL 15, 2024
Electrek can confirm that Tesla indeed put its upcoming ‘$25,000 electric car, sometimes referred to as ‘Model 2’, on the back burner despite what Elon Musk said. The project was codenamed NV9.
CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 13, 2024
Electric cars are making news this week in new reports that highlight price parity with conventional cars in the used car market. The post Good News About Electric Cars — They’re Driving Down Electricity Rates appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Green Car Reports
APRIL 17, 2024
Legacy automakers are still losing thousands of dollars on many EV sales, according to newly published analysis from the Boston Consulting Group. BCG estimates that most automakers lose around $6,000 on each EV they effectively sell for $50,000, that price accounting for any tax credits or other incentives the customer might be eligible for.
Teslarati
APRIL 16, 2024
Tesla’s upcoming Spring update is poised to be substantial, with new visual updates for Model 3 and Model Y units with AMD chips, Auto Shift Beta improvements for Model S and Model X units from the 2021 model year and later, and Hands-Free Trunk features being introduced. As per Tesla, however, the Cybertruck will be receiving a few extra goodies from the upcoming update.
Electrek
APRIL 16, 2024
Riding the AI wave, Elon Musk is betting Tesla’s business on its self-driving effort, including Robotaxi, at the cost of other programs critical to its core business. At the same time, the CEO is threatening not to build AI products at Tesla.
Cars That Think
APRIL 15, 2024
Each year, the AI Index lands on virtual desks with a louder virtual thud—this year, its 393 pages are a testament to the fact that AI is coming off a really big year in 2023. For the past three years, IEEE Spectrum has read the whole damn thing and pulled out a selection of charts that sum up the current state of AI (see our coverage from 2021 , 2022 , and 2023 ).
Green Car Reports
APRIL 16, 2024
GMC confirmed on Tuesday that the limited-edition launch version of its 2024 Sierra EV pickup will arrive in summer 2024—with about 10% more EPA range than originally suggested. The full-size electric truck, touted to be the “Denali of EVs,” bears GMC’s top-luxury Denali badge and will offer a CrabWalk mode, unlike the.
Teslarati
APRIL 16, 2024
Tesla has teased a number of features in an upcoming Spring software update, including its latest Sentry Mode feature and more. In a post on X on Tuesday, Tesla shared details on eight upcoming developments and features that will be shared with its Spring software update, including Sentry Mode Previews , user interface improvements, and even better regenerative braking at high speeds.
Electrek
APRIL 15, 2024
Rivian’s electric SUV continues attracting new buyers in the US. In the first three months of the year, the Rivian R1S became the fourth best-selling EV in the US, topping Hyundai’s IONIQ 5 and the Volkswagen ID.4.
Cars That Think
APRIL 15, 2024
Among the countless challenges of decarbonizing transportation, one of the most compelling involves electric motors. In laboratories all over the world, researchers are now chasing a breakthrough that could kick into high gear the transition to electric transportation: a rugged, compact, powerful electric motor that has high power density and the ability to withstand high temperatures—and that doesn’t have rare-earth permanent magnets.
Green Car Reports
APRIL 16, 2024
The Maserati GranTurismo Folgore is getting a convertible sibling that will create a new EV market niche in the U.S. Unveiled Monday, the Maserati GranCabrio Folgore is scheduled to arrive in the U.S. in the fourth quarter, as a 2025 model, with a price tag of more than $200,000 that will likely make it the first true luxury electric convertible.
Teslarati
APRIL 13, 2024
The Tesla Model Y sales comprised over a third of all electric vehicle (EV) sales in the U.S. in the first quarter, as shown in new data released this week. Automotive sales data from Kelley Blue Book shows that EV sales growth slowed down in the first quarter, and while dominant market leader Tesla wasn’t immune to these effects, the U.S. automaker’s sales remained far ahead of competitors.
Electrek
APRIL 16, 2024
Can Honda turn things around in China? Domestic automakers like BYD are dominating the market. Meanwhile, Honda unveiled its next-gen EV brand “Ye” with the debut of the first set of models, including a pair of electric SUVs and a sporty GT model.
CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 14, 2024
One thing I keep seeing in the online EV FUD machine lately is how terrible EVs are on tires. Because they’re heavy and they produce so much torque, they say, EVs go through tires way faster than ICE vehicles. The estimated tire life keeps shrinking as the story spreads, with. [continued] The post A Tale Of Two Tires Proves That EVs Aren’t Rubber Eaters appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Green Car Reports
APRIL 15, 2024
The Mercedes-Benz eSprinter electric van debuted for the 2024 model year with a long 170-inch wheelbase, a large 113-kwh battery, and a high roof. For 2025, it adds a shorter 144-inch wheelbase, a smaller 81-kwh battery, and a shorter standard roof, the brand announced on Monday. In that configuration, the base price falls from $74,181 to $63,545.
Teslarati
APRIL 15, 2024
The Anaheim Police Department has officially launched its pilot program to test six Tesla Model Y vehicles as patrol cars, after photos of the outfitted cruisers were spotted last week. On Monday, the department held a joint media event with Unplugged Performance to showcase the Tesla Model Y Long Range police units, in addition to the two parties both sharing brief videos about the pilot program.
Electrek
APRIL 16, 2024
America’s top-selling electric pickup is on its way to dealers. Ford opened online orders for the 2024 F-150 Lightning at lower prices with the electric pickup now shipping from its Rouge EV plant.
CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 13, 2024
Tesla’s stock price and market cap are down considerably this year, on the back of slightly drooping sales (instead of 50% growth year over year), rumors of the more affordable Tesla being canceled, and a slow Cybertruck (and Semi) ramp-up. Tesla Full Self Driving (Supervised) has improved greatly with version. [continued] The post Tesla [TSLA] Still Worth More Than Toyota, Porsche, Mercedes, & Hyundai Combined appeared first on CleanTechnica.
The Driven EV News
APRIL 15, 2024
Could the abrupt deceleration in EV demand and rise of China competition change Tesla's auto industry plans? Analysts ponder future as Musk flags big staff cuts and key people leave. The post Staff numbers slashed, big heads roll as Tesla rethinks future as car maker appeared first on The Driven.
Teslarati
APRIL 14, 2024
A Tesla Cybertruck is now on display outside of a showroom in Boston, Massachusetts, and photos and video footage of the site show that the unique electric vehicle (EV) has been drawing some crowds. Tesla has been displaying the Cybertruck outside of its store at the Boston Prudential Center, and unlike many of its other displays of the vehicle, the company has been letting viewers check out the interior and even sit inside the EV.
Electrek
APRIL 15, 2024
Jeep has high hopes for its first 100% electric SUV in the US. The rugged SUV brand is preparing to reverse slumping sales with new EVs that Jeep believes can compete with the best. Jeep’s CEO, Antonio Filosa, believes the Wagoneer S electric SUV can take market share from Tesla’s best-selling Model Y.
CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 13, 2024
Volkswagen has been talking about ID Buzz robotaxis for years. More than three years ago, I wrote that the ID Buzz would be the first Volkswagen vehicles to drive autonomously, according to Volkswagen. Last year, we wrote about 10 self-driving ID Buzz vans coming to Austin, Texas. Naturally, these don’t. [continued] The post Volkswagen ID Buzz Robotaxis for Hamburg appeared first on CleanTechnica.
The Driven EV News
APRIL 15, 2024
Australia's EV sales showcase leading brands having greater success in local market thanks to buoyant demand. The post Hot spot for EV growth? Australia bucks global electric car sale trends in first quarter of 2024 appeared first on The Driven.
Teslarati
APRIL 13, 2024
Tesla is canceling some Cybertruck delivery appointments due to an “unexpected delay,” as reported by multiple customers who originally expected to receive theirs this weekend. According to multiple accounts on the Cybertruck Owner’s Club forum and on X on Friday, Tesla has sent a message notifying customers with delivery appointments that it would need to cancel their appointments.
Electrek
APRIL 17, 2024
Google's new Maps features help EV drivers find exact information about EV chargers' locations, plan charging stops for road trips, and more.
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