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Tesla Model 3 windshield survives intentional rock-throwing attack

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Fortunately for a Tesla Model 3 owner in Portland, OR, the all-electric sedan’s windshield turned out to be sturdy enough to tank a moderately sized rock that was intentionally thrown by a person on the side of the road. The Tesla driver was evidently distressed at the incident, as the EV operator stopped and smashed his horn.

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Tesla NACS cables are showing up on ChargePoint EV chargers

Baua Electric

Tesla drivers can currently use ChargePoint DC fast chargers with readily available adapters, and Tesla also sells a CCS Combo 1 adapter. However, NACS connector cables on ChargePoint EV chargers are going to be a lot more convenient for Tesla drivers. Get started here. –ad* ad* FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links.

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Tesla Semi unladen weight estimated by Nikola whistleblower

Teslarati

Just recently, Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced that the Tesla Semi has been able to complete a 500-mile trip while weighing in at 81,000 pounds. Tesla team just completed a 500 mile drive with a Tesla Semi weighing in at 81,000 lbs! Our best clue to date for the weight of the 500 mile Tesla Semi.

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Comment on Full text: Nio CEO William Li's 1st letter to employees in 2024 by John Hanna

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Tesla draws the best leading-edge tech engineers in the world. It may seem counter-intuitive, but it's because they know of , and respect, Musk's own personal genius in both physics and other physical sciences, as well as in business. founded and headed Bitauto Holdings Limited 2000 - or 2005 - depending on which source.

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Disneyland will remake its Autopia around EVs in 2026

Baua Electric

“As a part of our sponsorship, we continue to work with Disneyland Resort to tell inspirational stories that celebrate personal mobility and freedom, which are at the heart of the attraction and a good fit for Honda’s corporate slogan, ‘The Power of Dreams,'” stated Honda. EV production.

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Who will be in the driver’s seat?

Electric Auto Association

An early adopter Sinclair’s first venture into the world of clean energy vehicles came in the early 2000’s when she and her husband purchased a Ford Escape Hybrid, a car they still own today. They turned to ownership again with the purchase of a used Tesla Model 3 in November of last year. “I

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Going with the talent flow

Electric Auto Association

Resiliency in advocacy When the pandemic started and EVEVA in-person events were curtailed, “I was concerned about how we would keep our community outreach advocacy going,” Baum remarked. Tesla on display Of course, Barnhart has done a lot of EV outreach himself over the years. Once the benefits are understood, it will get support.”

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