Green Car Reports
MARCH 29, 2024
The U.S. EV startup Canoo earlier this week announced that it had acquired “a substantial portion of the advanced manufacturing assets” formerly owned by the U.K. startup Arrival for “pennies on the dollar.” The assets acquired by Canoo from the failed startup include robots, control equipment, and dynamic vehicle testing.
Teslarati
MARCH 29, 2024
Tesla Energy seems to be keeping the pedal to the metal all the way to the end of Q1 2024. This was hinted at in a recent drone flyover of the Lathrop Megafactory, a facility that produces the electric vehicle maker’s flagship energy storage solution, the Megapack. The drone flyover, which was conducted by Tesla watcher Met God in Wilderness on March 28, 2024, showed a record 446 Megapack batteries in the Lathrop Megafactory’s premises.
Green Car Reports
MARCH 29, 2024
Fisker has slashed prices on its Ocean electric SUV as it looks to relieve a glut of unsold vehicles. In a move that it calls "strategically positioning Ocean to be a more affordable and compelling EV choice," the company on Wednesday announced significant price cuts on the 2023-model-year vehicles that represent the majority of the current Ocean.
Teslarati
MARCH 29, 2024
The Tesla Semi has been proving itself in real-world situations, with the company’s fleet of all-electric Class 8 trucks transporting over 20,000 battery packs from Gigafactory Nevada to the Fremont Factory. The update was shared by Tesla Senior Manager for Semi Truck Engineering Dan Priestley , who recently provided some insights on the US Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Phase 3 rules.
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CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 29, 2024
It’s better! It’s smoother and requires fewer interventions! See details below. I’m pretty well positioned to comment on FSD Beta V12.3 because I have been driving nearly every day 99% of the time with FSD Beta for about two years in my Tesla Model 3 with FSD hardware version 3. [continued] The post At Last: Tesla’s Full Self Driving Beta V12 appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Cars That Think
MARCH 29, 2024
The upper 10 kilometers of the Earth’s crust contains vast geothermal reserves , essentially awaiting human energy consumption to begin to tap into its unstinting power output —which itself yields no greenhouse gasses. And yet, geothermal sources currently produce only three-tenths of one percent of the world’s electricity. This promising energy source has long been limited by the extraordinary challenges of drilling holes that are deep enough to access the intense heat below the Earth’s surface
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CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 29, 2024
In 2021, NYC began an experiment in curbside EV charging, It has been a huge success and will be extended shortly. The post Curbside EV Charging In NYC Is A Huge Success appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Teslarati
MARCH 29, 2024
BYD set lower sales growth goals for 2024, warning of a looming price war and overcapacity in Mainland China’s electric vehicle (EV) sector. BYD Chairman and President Wang Chuanfu held an investors conference earlier this week. According to SCMP , Wang told investors that the company’s expects deliveries to top at 3.6 million units this year, 20% more compared to 2023’s 3.02 million units.
Electrek
MARCH 29, 2024
Leading EV maker BYD is quickly expanding overseas after dominating its home market. BYD is now set to begin production at its new EV plant in Thailand in the third quarter as it looks to accelerate overseas sales.
Teslarati
MARCH 29, 2024
CATL (Contemporary Amperex Technology Co Ltd) is negotiating with General Motors (GM) to license its LFP (lithium iron phosphate) battery technology. CATL and GM are also discussing the possibility of building a joint factory in North America. Based on local reports in China, negotiations between CATL and General Motors are just starting. However, the pair have agreed that the annual capacity of their joint battery plant in North America would be no less than the plant CATL is currently building
Electrek
MARCH 29, 2024
Solar capacity additions hit the ground running in 2024, pushing renewables’ installed generating capacity past coal, according to new US Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) data.
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 29, 2024
PHEV technology could do a lot of good for the world while keeping the costs down for a while until battery prices come down more. The post Dealing With The Flood of PHEVs That’s Coming appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
MARCH 29, 2024
Japanese automakers Nissan and Mitsubishi are joining forces to catch up as the US market transitions to EVs. Nissan and Mitsubishi will jointly develop an electric pickup for the US market. Is this the all-electric Frontier we’ve been waiting for?
Teslarati
MARCH 29, 2024
Volkswagen of America recently announced its offer structure for the 2025 VW ID.7, due to launch in the United States by Q3 2024. The German automaker will offer two ID.7 trims in the United States: the Pro S and the Pro S Plus. The two trims are available in RWD and 4MOTION AWD configurations. Volkswagen of America will announce the VW ID.7 Pro S and Pro S Plus’ range and pricing closer to their launch in the third quarter.
Electrek
MARCH 29, 2024
Tesla has announced that it produced its 6 millionth electric vehicle – a big milestone amid a major slow down in its growth rate.
Teslarati
MARCH 29, 2024
In the smartphone world, Xiaomi is considered by some to be the “Apple of China” due to its devices’ features and overall quality. And with the launch of the Xiaomi SU7, it appears that the smartphone giant is also looking to achieve the title of “Tesla of China.” At a launch event in Beijing, Xiaomi formally launched its first vehicle, the SU7 all-electric sedan.
Electrek
MARCH 29, 2024
Mercedes-Benz is joining a wave of automakers offering significant discounts on its 2023 EV models as it looks to clear inventory. The 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS is being offered at up to $20,000 off MSRP, but the deals won’t last long.
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 29, 2024
The NOVUS One electric motorcycle is a quick and right-sized bike for getting around the city, bringing together some great specs and an ultramodern look in a lightweight package. The post The NOVUS One Lightweight E-Moto Could Make City Commuting Fun appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
MARCH 29, 2024
The iconic Lamborghini brand is getting a new look as the automaker prepares for an electric future. Lamborghini launched its new logo and corporate identity as part of its transformation.
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 29, 2024
One kind of traveler will find the Dodge City area a little unfriendly. No, they probably won't kill you or challenge you to a duel, but if you're an EV driver, there's a big problem: No fast charging! The post The Dodge City EV Dead Zone appeared first on CleanTechnica.
EV Central
MARCH 29, 2024
“That’s proper arse-hole parking,” says the Tesla Model 3 owner as he stares – bewildered – at our Porsche Taycan blocking three Tesla superchargers. He’s not wrong. It is arse-hole parking. But we didn’t have a choice. A Taycan’s DC charge port is behind the front left wheel, and Tesla chargers are designed for Teslas to back into position and recharge at their rear-mount ports.
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 29, 2024
If you’re looking for a nice, dark place to see the stars at night in all of their glory, you’d be hard-pressed to find a better place than Big Bend National Park. Being far from not only cities, but even a ways from all but the smallest towns, there’s just. [continued] The post Big Bend National Park Will Be Easy For EVs Soon appeared first on CleanTechnica.
The Truth About Cars
MARCH 29, 2024
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said it had received 82 complaints about certain Ram trucks that allege a loss of power due to a failure of a vital transmission component. Though not at the recall stage yet, the NHTSA’s probe has wrapped in around 188,000 trucks from the 2022 model year. The investigation covers the 2022 Ram 3500, 4500, and 5500.
Cars That Think
MARCH 29, 2024
Video Friday is your weekly selection of awesome robotics videos, collected by your friends at IEEE Spectrum robotics. We also post a weekly calendar of upcoming robotics events for the next few months. Please send us your events for inclusion. RoboCup German Open : 17–21 April 2024, KASSEL, GERMANY AUVSI XPONENTIAL 2024 : 22–25 April 2024, SAN DIEGO, CA Eurobot Open 2024 : 8–11 May 2024, LA ROCHE-SUR-YON, FRANCE ICRA 2024 : 13–17 May 2024, YOKOHAMA, JAPAN RoboCup 2024 : 17–22 July 2024, EINDHOV
Electrek
MARCH 29, 2024
Both of New Hampshire’s coal plants are shutting, making New England the second coal-free region in the US.
Teslarati
MARCH 29, 2024
Recent reports from the Tesla community have suggested that the electric vehicle maker has started rolling out a one-month free Full Self-Driving (FSD) trial to qualified owners in the United States. The free FSD trial comes just a few days after Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced the initiative in a post on X. FSD has been a central focus of Tesla lately.
Electrek
MARCH 29, 2024
Tesla appears to be making significant progress in its Cybertruck production ramp, but it is coming at a cost.
InsideEVs
MARCH 29, 2024
As Fisker Inc. prepares for a potential restructuring, Ocean owners are concerned about maintenance with their vehicles.
Electrek
MARCH 29, 2024
EPA’s Heavy Duty “Phase 3” truck rule has been finalized, and surprisingly enough it comes in stronger (albeit slightly) than the rule that was originally proposed last year.
Green Fleet Magazine
MARCH 29, 2024
To enter the congestion relief zone in Manhattan below 60th Street, passenger vehicles and small commercial vehicles (sedans, SUVs, pick-up trucks, and small vans) will be charged a toll of $15 during the day.
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 29, 2024
A recent sighting of a “coming soon” pin on PlugShare got me down a bit of a rabbit hole. But there’s an interesting story happening, and it might be starting near El Paso. Part Of A Much Bigger EV Charging Story There’s a truck stop that’s going to get a. [continued] The post Future Tesla-Powered BP Pulse Stations Popping Up, Possibly Near El Paso appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
MARCH 29, 2024
Young electric boat maker Halevai is on the cusp of production of its flagship model, 2050, which promises some of the best range and power in a blossoming sustainable marine industry. This locally built recreational vessel was designed for safety and performance to provide customers with “the most technologically advanced on-board experience.
The Truth About Cars
MARCH 29, 2024
We’re back with more Cadillac Eldorado today, in our final entry on the third generation models. We spent our last installment reviewing the special and sometimes troublesome engineering that was standard on the Brougham. Since then, I discovered this April 1957 edition of The Cadillac Serviceman , GM’s in-house magazine publication for its dealer service centers.
CN EV Post
MARCH 29, 2024
CATL is in talks with General Motors on a License Royalty Service model partnership, with plans to jointly build an LFP battery plant in North America, according to a local media report.
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