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Musk: Buying EV batteries from suppliers costs less vs. Tesla's own

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk, in Thursday’s annual shareholder meeting, called himself “a helpful accelerant” to the company’s future, as shareholders approved a pay package for Musk valued at $46 billion based on current stock prices.

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Musk: Buying EV batteries from suppliers costs less vs. Tesla’s own

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk, in Thursday’s annual shareholder meeting, called himself “a helpful accelerant” to the company’s future, as shareholders approved a pay package for Musk valued at $46 billion based on current stock prices. They cost more than the suppliers’ today but they cost less than the suppliers’ a year ago.”

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Applied Information announces full C-V2X roadside and onboard units; upgrade to 5G, DSRC buy-back program

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The company also announced it would buy installed Dedicated Short-Range Communications (DSRC) RSUs from roadway operators, which were made obsolete by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), as part of any upgrade to C-V2X. The buyback of installed DSRC units is to help offset the costs of converting to C-V2X. Earlier post.)

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NREL report finds electrified heavy-duty vehicle powertrains could provide lower total cost of ownership than diesel under certain conditions

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A new total cost of ownership (TCO) study from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) finds that battery-electric and fuel-cell electric commercial trucks could be economically competitive with conventional diesel trucks by 2025 in some operating scenarios. —Chad Hunter, lead author of the report and former NREL researcher.

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Tesla’s biggest gamble ever: Musk bets the future of electric vehicle giant on “Cybercab” and truly autonomous cars | Opinion

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You might think some of Tesla’s past moves – cutting prices, actually building the Cybertruck, Ludicrous Mode – were out there, but truly, you won’t believe where the brand is going next, as Elon Musk prepares to gamble the future of the company on EVs that really, genuinely can drive themselves, and something called “Cybercab”.

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Critical Tips for Buying a Used Car

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Critical Tips for Buying a Used Car Use these To Save Money and Have a Smooth Purchase This article may contain affiliate links. Buying a used car can be an exciting and cost-effective option, but it’s essential to approach the process with caution. Buying a used car requires careful consideration and thorough research.

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‘Hatchbacks are here to stay; no guarantee that SUVs will remain popular in the future’: RC Bhargava | Autocar Professional

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With the expected comeback of small cars by 2026, Bhargava says that the current dominance and popularity of SUVs is a trend that might or might not last in the future. For 170 million people who use two-wheelers for mobility, how will they remain mobile in the future? Hybrids could also work if brought in at a reasonable cost.

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