Green Car Reports
MAY 5, 2024
Electrify America confirmed Thursday, on the sixth anniversary of its first fast-charger installation, that it’s planning a big expansion of its fast-charging network in 2024. EA aims to reach 5,000 chargers by the end of the year, including larger charging stations and broader support for Plug & Charge payment tech. In 2023 it expanded.
Electrek
MAY 7, 2024
Tesla is finally going to release everything we always wanted to know about Autopilot and Full Self-Driving (FSD), but it’s because NHTSA is forcing the automaker to do it.
Green Car Reports
MAY 1, 2024
Is that a minivan? Is that a wagon? Is that an SUV? The answer to these questions in order is no, kind of, and yes. The Lucid Gravity is the startup automaker’s upcoming crossover SUV, but in many ways it redefines the genre in terms of packaging, design, and how it drives. Here’s what I learned after an ever-so-brief stint behind the.
Electrek
MAY 6, 2024
Earlier this year, Apple canceled its decade-long Project Titan electric car initiative, but a new report from DigiTimes says that Apple’s electric vehicle ambitions might not be over. According to the story, Apple is “assessing the possibility of teaming up with a certain US EV startup, and Rivian is a very likely candidate.
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Teslarati
MAY 6, 2024
Rivian and Apple are allegedly discussing a potential partnership. According to DigiTimes Asia, supply chain sources have teased a potential partnership between Rivian and Apple. The partnership would help Rivian improve the upcoming R2 and R3 vehicles and give Apple a chance to release some of the technology it was developing for its electric vehicle (EV), Project Titan.
CleanTechnica EVs
MAY 3, 2024
We’ve all heard it — OMG, EVs/lithium fire danger is SO REAL. Is it, though? If you believe the memes you get from “friends” who try to deter you from driving an EV, it might seem like a big deal. Well, interestingly enough, some data from federal recalls, the Federal. [continued] The post Car Fires by Vehicle Type (meme) appeared first on CleanTechnica.
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Electrek
MAY 6, 2024
Tesla (TSLA) launched another round of layoffs this weekend, with employees in wide-ranging roles getting their pink slip amid broader layoffs over the last 3 weeks.
Teslarati
MAY 6, 2024
Morgan Stanley analyst Adam Jonas recently shared some thoughts after personally experiencing FSD (Supervised) V12.3.6. Jonas seemed quite impressed with the advanced driver-assist system, noting that it becomes cautious or assertive when it should be. He also noted that the improvements from FSD (Supervised) V12.3.4 to V12.3.6 are quite evident. Jonas noted that the version of FSD that he recently experienced included minor tweaks, though a more substantial improvement to the system is expected
CleanTechnica EVs
MAY 4, 2024
The auto market saw plugin EVs take 91.0% share in Norway in April, roughly flat from 91.1% year on year. BEVs alone took 89.4% share, up from 83.3% YoY. Overall auto volume was 11,241 units, up 25% YoY, a recovery over recent months. April’s best selling BEV was the Volvo EX30. . [continued] The post EVs Take 91.0% Share In Norway — Volvo EX30 Grabs Top Spot appeared first on CleanTechnica.
The Driven EV News
MAY 2, 2024
EV sales stall in April despite price cuts across the market, and as the BYD Seal nearly catches the Model 3. The post BYD Seal chases down Model 3, as Australian EV sales cool and customers turn to ICE appeared first on The Driven.
Green Car Reports
MAY 2, 2024
The 2024 Acura ZDX is the Honda premium brand’s first-ever electric vehicle, a midsize crossover SUV with five seats. Visually it’s every inch an Acura, and it’s very close in size to the brand’s bestselling model, the MDX midsize crossover. But the EV is differently proportioned—3 inches lower, on a wheelbase.
Teslarati
MAY 6, 2024
Tesla’s Optimus humanoid robot seems poised to receive a significant upgrade later this year. As per a recent comment from CEO Elon Musk, Optimus’ hands will be upgraded to have 22 degrees of freedom (DoF). That’s already very close to a human’s hands, which have 27 degrees of freedom. Tesla released a new video of Optimus in the company’s facilities this weekend.
CleanTechnica EVs
MAY 4, 2024
Many people feel a need for long-range batteries when they buy electric vehicles, and that actually goes for new buyers as well as repeat buyers. I have to admit that I have a hard time understanding it unless you’re an encyclopedia salesman (not sure if those still exist) or go. [continued] The post I’m Using Just 20% of My Tesla Model 3 SR+ Battery appeared first on CleanTechnica.
The Driven EV News
MAY 5, 2024
Less than 12 months of delivering electric cars into Australia, Peugeot drops tens of thousands off the price of e-2008 electric SUV. The post Peugeot slashes Australian prices on its electric SUV by a staggering $25,000 appeared first on The Driven.
Green Car Reports
MAY 6, 2024
Air pollution remains a major threat to the health of many Americans, but stricter emissions rules could help, according to the American Lung Association. The organization's 25th annual "State of the Air" report found that 131 million people—39% of the U.S. population—live in areas with unhealthy areas of air pollution. And spikes in.
Electrek
MAY 6, 2024
WattEV has just opened the first electric truck charging depot in the US to use the new Megawatt Charge System, capable of delivering up to 1.2 megawatts of power, currently the highest-speed charger available in the US, along with solar and battery backup on-site and a unique partially grid-islanded setup.
Teslarati
MAY 6, 2024
Elon Musk believes it is an “obvious move” for legendary investor Warren Buffett to buy Tesla stock. Buffett is one of the most successful investors in recent memory and has let the market dictate nearly every decision he makes, including his McDonald’s breakfast choice. It was revealed that Buffett recently let go of 115 million shares of Apple stock, and Musk wants him to bring that money into Tesla.
CleanTechnica EVs
MAY 5, 2024
Investors ‘in for a shock’ as scope 3 disclosure requirements kick in next year with truckmaker emissions 50% higher than what they report to investors. The only sector T&E could find with an average carbon intensity higher than truckmakers is coal mining European truckmakers’ emissions are 50% higher than what. [continued] The post Truck Manufacturers A More Carbon Intensive Investment Than Oil, Steel Or Cars — Study appeared first on CleanTechnica.
The Driven EV News
MAY 1, 2024
A breakthrough in battery chemistry promises to accelerate fast charging for EVs, making them as quick to charge as filling a petrol car at the pump. The post New battery chemistry promises 10-minute fast charge, or five minute top up for EVs appeared first on The Driven.
Green Car Reports
MAY 1, 2024
Toyota has big hopes for hydrogen, and it’s backing that up with a braintrust. The automaker announced Wednesday that it’s giving its research and development office in Gardena, California, a new name and focus. Set to be called Toyota’s North American Hydrogen Headquarters, the facility will, from here on, lead efforts on this.
Electrek
MAY 6, 2024
Booming investment in solar and battery manufacturing is rapidly becoming a powerful global economic driver, according to a new report from the International Energy Agency (IEA).
Teslarati
MAY 5, 2024
One of Tesla’s largest individual shareholders has spoken out against CEO Elon Musk and his stake in the company, as investors vote on the CEO’s recently rejected 2018 pay package. After a Delaware judge ruled in favor of a shareholder in a lawsuit in January, officially voiding Musk’s 2018 compensation package worth $55.8 billion , Tesla is now holding an investor vote over whether to approve or deny the pay plan as part of its upcoming Annual Shareholder’s Meeting.
CleanTechnica EVs
MAY 3, 2024
The electric vehicle revolution has barely gotten under way, and already the goalposts for EV charging times are moving on to the next phase. The post New Sodium-Ion Battery Could Charge An Electric Vehicle In Seconds, Not Minutes appeared first on CleanTechnica.
The Driven EV News
MAY 6, 2024
China, as it has done with solar panels, wind turbines, and even battery storage, not to mention battery metals, has already been declared the winner of the electric vehicle manufacturing wars. The post China has won the EV war, and US car makers are changing their electric plans appeared first on The Driven.
Green Car Reports
MAY 2, 2024
Costco is once again offering deals on EVs and plug-in hybrids for its members. Between May 1 and July 31, the retail chain is offering a $1,000 incentive on 2024 and 2025 Volvo models, including the 2024 XC40 and C40 Recharge EVs and XC60 Recharge and XC90 Recharge plug-in hybrids, as well as 2025 XC60 and XC90 plug-in hybrid models. The XC40.
Electrek
MAY 3, 2024
After firing its entire Supercharger team, Tesla has sent out an email to suppliers which shows just how chaotic the decisionmaking leading up to the firings must have been.
Teslarati
MAY 5, 2024
Tesla has shared a new video of its Optimus humanoid robot, showing off the technology’s ability to sort battery cells, take walks, and perform other factory tasks. In a post made on the Optimus X account on Sunday, the humanoid robot is seen using its end-to-end neural network to perform basic factory tasks, including sorting 4680 battery cells.
CleanTechnica EVs
MAY 5, 2024
The auto market saw plugin EVs at 24.3% share in France in April 2024, growing from 21.1% year-on-year. Full electric volume was up by a strong 45% YoY, while plugin hybrid volume was flat. Overall auto volume was 146,979 units, up 11% YoY, though remaining below 2017–2019 seasonal norms (~185,000). [continued] The post EVs At 24.3% Share In France — BEVs Grow Volume 45% YoY appeared first on CleanTechnica.
InsideEVs
MAY 6, 2024
The company contracted to build the Fisker Ocean says in its Q1 2024 financial report that it assumes no more will be built.
Green Car Reports
MAY 4, 2024
Which automaker is adding hybrid production at its U.S. dedicated EV plant? Which Lexus model has gone hybrid-only for 2025? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending May 3, 2024. A brief Lucid Gravity prototype test drive was enough to tell us that this upcoming EV will offer a.
Electrek
MAY 5, 2024
A record number of public electric vehicle charging stations were installed in the UK this quarter, as charging companies struggle to keep up with the growing number of plugin cars on British roads.
Teslarati
MAY 5, 2024
Electric ride-hailing company Revel sees Tesla’s abandoned Supercharger projects in New York as an opportunity, as it considers whether it should build out its own charging stations at the already-powered sites. After Tesla laid off Supercharging executives and their entire department last week, many plans for Supercharger sites have reportedly been abandoned, leaving room for other companies to step in.
CleanTechnica EVs
MAY 4, 2024
One of the hottest topics of the year in the auto industry has been hype about EV sales drooping, or at least not living up to expectations. How much substance is actually in that hype? Well, a little bit, but digging deeper, we can see that the EV market is. [continued] The post US EV Sales Up 170% in 1st Quarter vs. 1st Quarter of 2021 appeared first on CleanTechnica.
InsideEVs
MAY 3, 2024
The CEO of rideshare (and charging) company Revel talks Toyota's involvement, picking up Tesla's mantle and why being "first to market" matters.
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