Tesla Building Standard Range And Long Range Model Y In Austin
CleanTechnica EVs
JUNE 28, 2022
Tesla appears to have begun making the Model Y Long Range in Texas along with a new Standard Range with 4680 battery cells.
Maven deploying its first all-electric shared-use fleet in Austin; 20 Chevy Bolts
Green Car Congress
MARCH 2, 2018
Maven is now offering its first all-electric fleet of cars for use in the gig economy; 20 Chevrolet Bolt EVs are available for freelance drivers in Austin, Texas to earn money on their own schedules. Maven will provide charging for Maven Gig drivers for a limited time through the Austin Energy Plug-In EVerywhere and EVgo networks.
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Tesla’s solar neighborhood in Austin could help TX learn if renewables are viable
Teslarati
JULY 13, 2021
Last week, Elon Musk announced Tesla’s first involvement in a major housing development project in Austin, Texas. Easton Park is a 2,400-acre community southwest of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, as per the Austin Business Journal. Starting prices for homes in Easton Park are at the low-$300,000 range.
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Tesla debuts new Model Y Standard Range with 4680 structural battery
Teslarati
APRIL 7, 2022
Tesla’s new Standard Range All-Wheel-Drive Model Y all-electric crossover with 4680 battery cells is present at the Cyber Rodeo event the automaker is holding at its new production facility in Austin, Texas. Unlike anything available on Tesla’s website, the new Model Y had 279 miles of all-electric range.
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MG5 Station Wagon EV Long Range Review — 1st Impressions
CleanTechnica EVs
JANUARY 1, 2023
It merged into Morris Group, Austin-Morris, British Leyland, and finally Rover Group. It was famous for its open two-seat roadsters. It was born at Morris Garage in the 1920s, one of the many Morris companies dealing with making, selling, and servicing cars and car parts. After the […].
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UT Austin researcher awarded $15M for switchgrass traits studies
Green Car Congress
OCTOBER 22, 2015
A researcher at The University of Texas at Austin will receive two grants totaling $15 million to study switchgrass ( Panicum virgatum ), with a focus on how it can become a sustainable source of bioenergy. Data from the experiments will allow scientists to model and identify optimal traits for switchgrass in given areas. Lowry, Samuel H.
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car2go Reaches 10,000 Registered Members in Austin
Green Car Congress
SEPTEMBER 28, 2010
Daimler’s car2go mobility program has reached 10,000 registered members in its first North American city, Austin, Texas, after just more than four months since its public launch on 21 May 2010. The customers range in age from college students to retirees, with about 50% between 18 and 35 years old. Earlier post.).
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Hydro-Québec to commercialize patents co-invented by Goodenough and Braga for electrolyte for solid-state Li-ion batteries
Green Car Congress
JANUARY 31, 2020
Hydro-Québec and The University of Texas at Austin signed an agreement for the transfer to Hydro-Québec of patents co-invented by Dr. John B. Goodenough, a professor at The University of Texas at Austin and the 2019 Nobel Laureate in chemistry and Dr. Maria Helena Braga, an associate professor at the University of Porto, Portugal.
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Tesla Model S Plaid and Long Range deliveries are temporarily on hold: report
Teslarati
JULY 23, 2021
While deliveries of the Tesla Model S Plaid and Model S Long Range have been ongoing since last month, reports from reservation holders suggest that the company has temporarily halted the deliveries of its refreshed flagship sedan. Austin Tesla Center here. Following is the message. . “Greetings!
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ExxonMobil invests $15M in University of Texas at Austin Energy Institute; renewable energy, battery technologies and power grid modeling
Green Car Congress
AUGUST 3, 2016
ExxonMobil will invest $15 million as a leadership member of the University of Texas at Austin Energy Institute to pursue technologies to help meet growing energy demand while reducing environmental impacts and the risk of climate change.
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MOD BIKES unveils new 2024 e-bikes with torque sensors, helmet turn signals, and more
Electrek
MARCH 11, 2024
MOD BIKES, the Austin, Texas-based maker of a wide range of electric bikes (including an impressive sidecar electric bike that I tested last year ), is announcing today its 2024 lineup full of new models and impressive upgrades.
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Tesla hacker indicates Model Y Standard Range+ variant could rollout from Giga Texas first
Teslarati
MARCH 16, 2022
that seems to indicate a Model Y Standard Range+ variant will be rolling out from Gigafactory Texas initially, as deliveries are set to begin soon. Interestingly, the new Model Y’s range rating had Tesla enthusiasts stumped at whether the vehicle would equip the 4680 cells that Tesla confirmed would be in Austin-made vehicles.
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U Texas at Austin researchers rewire yeast for high lipid generation; 60x improvement over parent strains
Green Car Congress
JANUARY 21, 2014
The research has resulted in a technology for which UT Austin has applied for a patent. To compare, other yeast-based platforms yield lipid content in the 50-80% range. However, these alternative platforms do not always produce lipids directly from sugar as the UT Austin technology does. Our cells do not require that starvation.
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Tesla in Texas, Mustang Mach-E range, Polestar 1 miles and mpg: Today’s Car News
Green Car Reports
JUNE 19, 2020
The Polestar 1 has been rated for fuel economy and range and is now being delivered. Tesla is homing in on Austin, Texas, for its Cybertruck plant. And Ford wants us to know that its range meter in the Mach-E is very smart. Ford has pointed out that the Intelligent Range system in its upcoming Mach-E.
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Tesla switches Standard Range vehicles to LFP battery chemistry
Teslarati
OCTOBER 21, 2021
Among the most interesting announcements made by Tesla during its Q3 2021 Earnings Call yesterday was the strategy to move all of its Standard Range vehicles to a cheaper LFP, or lithium iron phosphate, battery chemistry. This battery has a range of 253 miles (est).” Don’t hesitate to contact us with tips!
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Tesla Model 3 Long Range sold out for 2022
Teslarati
AUGUST 13, 2022
Tesla’s Model 3 Long Range configuration is sold out for 2022, according to the company’s Online Design Studio. While the Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive and Performance configurations are still available and scheduled for deliveries from October to December, the Long Range trim level is not available until 2023. Credit: Tesla.
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UT Austin team develops new family of high-capacity anode materials: Interdigitated Eutectic Alloys
Green Car Congress
NOVEMBER 1, 2017
Researchers in the Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin have developed a new family of anode materials that can double the charge capacity of lithium-ion battery anodes. It is a simple, low-cost approach that can be applied to a broad range of alloy systems with various working ions such as Li, Na, or Mg.
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Tesla reportedly resumes Model S Plaid and Long Range deliveries
Teslarati
JULY 24, 2021
Tesla has reportedly resumed deliveries of the Model S Plaid and Long Range variants just days after reports of a hold were rumored to be delaying customer deliveries of the automaker’s flagship sedan. Another owner received a text message from a Tesla representative in Austin, Texas.
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Tesla’s Futuristic Approach To Manufacturing, & Critical “Next-Generation Vehicle”
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 2, 2023
This proved, once again, to be a major theme during the much-anticipated Tesla Investor Day event in Austin, Texas, yesterday. According to the Financial Times, “Tesla executives said a wide range of efficiency and cost improvements has put […]
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Magnetic Field Helps Thick Battery Electrodes Tackle Electric Vehicle Challenges
CleanTechnica EVs
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
AUSTIN, Texas — As electric vehicles grow in popularity, the spotlight shines more brightly on some of their remaining major issues. Researchers at The University of Texas at Austin are tackling two of the bigger challenges facing electric vehicles: limited range and slow recharging.
Tesla Model Y demand skyrockets, Long Range variant nearly sold out for Q3
Teslarati
JUNE 14, 2021
The demand for the Tesla Model Y Long Range variant is skyrocketing as the company now outlines the soonest possible date to take delivery in September, meaning the vehicle is nearly sold out in Q3, even though it is still Q2. The post Tesla Model Y demand skyrockets, Long Range variant nearly sold out for Q3 appeared first on TESLARATI.
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Tesla launches additional location for Model 3/Y and Cybertruck wraps
Teslarati
MARCH 4, 2024
Tesla has launched wraps for the Model 3, Model Y and Cybertruck at an additional shop location, this time outside of California On Monday, Tesla announced that it has launched wrap services for the Model 3, Model Y and Cybertruck at its Collision Austin South body shop in Texas, in addition to those already offering the service in California.
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Tesla Semi Megacharger route still plausible despite Biden admin rejection: report
Teslarati
APRIL 18, 2024
With a public Megacharger network in place, the Tesla Semi could transport goods over distances that far exceed its 500-mile range. The planned Megachargers for the Tesla Semi would effectively make the Class 8 all-electric truck a true long-hauler. The initiative is aimed at creating a “hydrogen corridor from southern California to Texas.”
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Elon Musk makes good on Tesla’s promise to bring thousands of middle-skilled jobs to Texas
Teslarati
APRIL 1, 2021
The jobs range from positions related to construction and design to manufacturing and engineering. . Later that year, in November, panelists from the second annual East Austin Growth Summit estimated that Tesla Giga Texas could bring closer to 15,000 jobs into the Lone Star State. . Musk tweeted recently.
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Yokohama's New Tire Tailored for Electric Vehicles Hits U.S. Market
The Truth About Cars
JANUARY 9, 2024
The tire is available in 10 sizes, ranging from 18 to 20 inches, catering to a diverse range of EV models. The tire was first introduced to the public at the Electrify Expo show in Austin, Texas. Photo credit: Yokohama Tire Corporation Yokohama Tire has released the ADVAN Sport EV A/S in the United States. based in Tokyo, Japan.
Tesla plans to produce Model Ys with both 4680 and 2170 cells at Gigafactory Texas this year
Teslarati
APRIL 20, 2022
Tesla confirmed at its Cyber Rodeo event at Gigafactory Texas that the initial builds of the Model Y crossover from the plant, which is located just outside Austin, would equip 4680 battery cells. Tesla did include the 4680 cells in initially delivered Model Ys from Austin, just as it outlined in the Q4 2021 Earnings Shareholder Deck.
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Tesla Model 3 price cuts puts new car cheaper than some used Model 3s
Teslarati
JANUARY 14, 2023
In this example, 2020 lacks many features + at least 25mi less range. Some used base Tesla Model 3s are either lower than the new or of a similar price range, while the new base Tesla Model 3s are lower than some used Model 3s of all variants. New: $36,500 Used: $38,600. pic.twitter.com/OFca3aYW9s.
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More of us work from home, but for those who do not, commuting time has increased
Green Car Congress
NOVEMBER 26, 2018
In 2017, the percentage in the individual cities ranged by a factor of 2.4—from in Austin to 3.6% In 2017, the mean travel time in the individual cities ranged by a factor of 1.9—from The percentage increased both for the United States (from 4.4% in 2012 to 5.2% —from 8.8% in Fort Worth. minutes in 2012 to 26.9
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278 INRIX study identifies routes with greatest potential for e-VTOL services
Green Car Congress
DECEMBER 6, 2019
By analyzing trillions of anonymous data points from hundreds of millions of connected devices, INRIX Research identified the current routes with the greatest market potential in the Atlanta, Austin, Boston and San Francisco metropolitan areas. The benefits of VTOL will accrue in the the near-term to long-distance commuters from city centers.
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Brine-to-battery company EnergyX secures $450M funding agreement with Global Emerging Markets
Green Car Congress
JULY 26, 2022
GEM oversees a wide range of developing market investment vehicles and has executed more than 530 transactions in 75 countries. Its LiTAS technology has been piloted in the Lithium Triangle in South America and increases lithium production from 30% in existing systems up to 94% recovery rate for that particular project.
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Mercedes-Benz and BMW to sell car-sharing JV SHARE NOW to Stellantis
Green Car Congress
MAY 4, 2022
Portland, Oregon, Denver, Colorado, Columbus, Ohio and Austin, Texas. With FREE NOW and CHARGE NOW, we are focusing on two growth segments that will continue to offer our customers the entire range of mobility services in the future and support the expansion of electric mobility.
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All four Tesla Models receive late-night price increases
Teslarati
OCTOBER 23, 2021
On Friday, all four Tesla Models received late-night price increases, ranging from $2,000 for the Model Y Long Range and Model 3 Standard Range+ to $5,000 for the Model S and Model X Long Range configurations. The Model S Long Range increased to $94,990 from $89,990 and is scheduled for June delivery.
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Audi’s Autonomous Intelligent Driving teams up with Luminar for advanced LiDAR
Green Car Congress
DECEMBER 19, 2018
That’s where Luminar comes in—the technology is clearly above the pack in terms of range and density, which is important for solving the most challenging problems in autonomy. Luminar LiDARs will be placed on the roof of the vehicle and used for forward-facing high fidelity and long-range perception.
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INRIX analysis identifies top 10 US cities for highly autonomous vehicles; prioritizing corridors for deployment
Green Car Congress
MARCH 10, 2017
In these environments, the upside of electric drivetrains is maximized while range and charging infrastructure limitations are minimized. To demonstrate a city’s readiness for highly autonomous vehicles, INRIX ran an analysis and constructed heat maps to score and visualize results for Austin, Texas; New York; and San Francisco.
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Tesla Cybertruck and Model Y production is ‘noticeably up’ at Giga Texas
Teslarati
JANUARY 21, 2024
Tesla continues to ramp up Cybertruck production at its Gigafactory in Austin, Texas, and one observer over the weekend said that output for both the electric pickup and Model Y seems to have increased. On Sunday, drone operator and longtime Giga Texas observer Joe Tegtmeyer shared a video of the factory taken that morning.
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Tesla (TSLA) expected to post $16.44B sales for the current fiscal quarter
Teslarati
MARCH 20, 2022
billion for the current year, with estimates ranging from $64.37 billion with estimates ranging from $81.28 The Austin-based EV manufacturer is expected to release its next earnings report on Monday, April 25. As per Zacks — an investment research company — analysts expect Tesla to report full-year sales of $81.48
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Tesla’s most basic Model 3 variant won’t be delivered until August ’22
Teslarati
OCTOBER 16, 2021
The Model 3 Standard Range+ is as basic as you can get with Tesla’s vehicles. However, the Model 3 Standard Range+ configuration is the most affordable option to those who are interested in driving a Tesla without breaking the bank. The Model 3 Standard Range+ was the first Tesla vehicle to be sold out for the year.
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Former Tesla 4680 cell production engineer lands at American Battery Factory
Teslarati
MAY 11, 2022
Tesla, for example, started transitioning its Standard Range trim levels to LFP batteries last year. The automaker confirmed that it would utilize the cell chemistry in lower range vehicle as they are less expensive and have longer lifespans.
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CMU study finds taxes on emissions would result in more rapid electrification by ridesharing companies
Green Car Congress
FEBRUARY 23, 2021
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon’s College of Engineering have found that with an emissions-based incentive towards electrification, ridesourcing companies such as Uber and Lyft would electrify more and cut their emissions by amounts ranging from 10% in New York to 22% in Los Angeles.
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AI and Machine Learning Salaries Drop
Cars That Think
FEBRUARY 3, 2022
We have seen this occur with a range of certifications and other highly specialized technology skills.” In 2021, as in 2020, major tech companies touted plans to relocate from Silicon Valley to Austin, Texas. percent to $109,176. percent to $109,176.
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Green Car Congress
MARCH 1, 2017
Traditional rechargeable batteries use a liquid electrolyte and an oxide as a cathode host into which the working cation of the electrolyte is inserted reversibly over a finite solid-solution range. Murchison at UT Austin. This research is supported by UT Austin, but there are no grants associated with this work. Braga et al.
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Panasonic ships Tesla 4680 cell samples as it gears for mass production
Teslarati
JUNE 1, 2022
Tesla’s 4680 battery cell is the automaker’s most recent discovery in terms of EV technology, as it offers significantly more power, energy density, and range than previous battery designs. Tesla has been installing the 4680 battery packs in some Model Ys manufactured at the company’s new facility in Austin, Texas.
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Tesla’s Elon Musk will meet with Indonesian officials once again to discuss nickel
Teslarati
MAY 9, 2022
Luhut met with Musk in April to discuss Indonesia’s nickel mines at Tesla’s new Gigafactory Texas facility outside of Austin. “I Elon Musk, at the Tesla Giga Factory in Austin, Texas,” Luhut said in an Instagram post. I did not expect to be greeted so cordially and cordially by the CEO of Tesla, Inc.
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