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Tesla signs 2-year, $2.9B order with South Korea’s L&F for high-nickel cathode materials

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Tesla and its affiliates have signed a $2.9-billion The value of the deal is calculated on the basis of L&F’s recent cathode sales price, and may change depending upon fluctuations in lithium pricing. L&F was founded in July 2000 to produce LCD back lighting units.

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IDTechEx: despite efforts to reduces rare-earth use, percentage of permanent magnet-based EV motors rising

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For this reason, says IDTechEx, Tesla has transitioned from using copper induction motors in the Model S and X to using a permanent magnet motor in the Model 3 and Y (although dual motor variants use an ACIM on the front for a performance boost). While these prices have settled, rare-earths also present environmental concerns.

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Elon Musk reveals Tesla software-locked cheapest Model Y, offers 40-60 more miles of range

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Photo: Tesloid Elon Musk has revealed that Tesla software-locked its cheapest Model Y (Standard Range RWD), and it plans to offer 40 to 60 more miles of range for $1,500-$2,000. Yesterday, we reported that Tesla stopped taking orders for the cheapest version of Model Y, the Standard Range RWD with 260 miles of range.

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Tesla NACS cables are showing up on ChargePoint EV chargers

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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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MG targets Tesla Model Y Performance and Kia EV6 GT with new super SUV for Australia

EV Central

Rising Chinese brand MG could have a direct rival for the Tesla Model Y Performance SUV and Kia EV6 GT super SUVs on-sale in Australia as soon as 2024. Pricing for four different variants has been announced in China starting at 189,900 yuan ($40,220), then rising to 209,900 yuan ($44,450), 249,900 yuan ($52,900) and 269,900 yuan ($57,175).

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Jackery’s latest Explorer Pro power stations now up to $300 off in New Green Deals

Electrek

Arriving in two different form-factors with $100 or more in savings attached, both the and 2000 Pro are dropping to their best prices yet to supply some backup power around the house, at tailgates, or even camping trips. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.

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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. founded and headed Bitauto Holdings Limited 2000 - or 2005 - depending on which source. The following year, 2014 - the year Li founded NIO - Bitauto's share price rose 6X. Bitauto was an internet marketing company providing vehicle pricing in the China market.)

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