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Tesla compensates for the end of EV subsidies in Germany

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Tesla announced plans to compensate for electric vehicle (EV) subsidies in Germany after the government abruptly ended the incentives program for EVs. The Texas-based automaker said it would also maintain its manufacturer’s share of €2,250 in its new Model 3 and Model Y orders, starting December 18 to 31.

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Tesla Giga Berlin called a model investment by leading Chancellor candidate in Germany

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On Friday, Elon Musk and Armin Laschet, the frontrunner to succeed Angela Merkel as Germany’s Chancellor, are expected to meet at Tesla’s Gigafactory Berlin site. The Chancellor candidate seeks to find a balance between climate change policies and economic growth in Germany. .

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Mercedes breaks ground on new battery recycling facility in Germany

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Mercedes has broken ground on a new battery recycling facility in Germany, focusing on “closing the loop” and allowing the automaker to source more battery materials sustainably. If you have news tips, email us at tips@teslarati.com ! Do you have any comments, questions, or concerns?

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Germany announces plan for EV subsidy reductions

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Drivers will no longer receive the same amounts they did previously for purchasing electric cars, as Germany announced it would reduce the amount of money it gives consumers for switching to sustainable powertrains. You can also reach me on Twitter @KlenderJoey , or if you have news tips, you can email us at tips@teslarati.com.

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Tesla Model Y converted into green hydrogen car to show “Hyper Hybrid” innovations

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But while the idea to produce a climate-friendly car is admirable, the vehicle Germany used for the project was quite questionable. Simply put, Germany took a perfectly working battery-electric vehicle, modified it with a synthetic methanol engine, and dubbed it as a work of true innovation.

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Elon Musk talks about Tesla Giga Berlin’s next steps with Economics Minister

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Tesla’s factory in Germany seems to be raring to go, based on videos taken of Giga Berlin’s stamping section. Laschet is a frontrunner to succeed Germany’s Chancellor Angela Merkel. As a strong candidate for Chancellor, Laschet’s visit to Giga Berlin is significant as it could affect Tesla’s relationship with Germany moving forward.

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Tesla submits its application to build batteries at Giga Berlin

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On June 3rd, the Ministry of Agriculture, Environment, and Climate Protection (MLUK) announced that Tesla changed its application for the construction and operation of the Giga Berlin production facility. Tesla Giga Berlin’s 4680 supply won’t start in Germany, and it was never supposed to. What do you think?

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