Green Car Reports
APRIL 2, 2024
Tesla CEO Elon Musk's reputation has deteriorated significantly thanks to his online outbursts—and that may be negatively affecting Tesla sales, Reuters reports. In a new survey by marketing analysis firm Caliber provided exclusively to Reuters, a "consideration score" for Tesla fell to 31% in February, less than half its high of 70% in.
The Driven EV News
APRIL 2, 2024
In yet another major breakthrough the world's largest battery maker CATL has announced a new EV battery with a 1.5 million km 15 year warranty. The post CATL announces electric vehicle battery with 1.5 million kilometre warranty appeared first on The Driven.
Green Car Reports
APRIL 2, 2024
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) now has one and only one pickup truck model on its Top Safety Pick+ honor roll, and it’s fully electric. Fresh off a new round of testing, the Rivian R1T electric truck has been upgraded by the IIHS to Top Safety Pick+ status, from its previous Top Safety Pick. The elevating factor: Updated.
Cars That Think
APRIL 2, 2024
A version of this post originally appeared on Tedium , Ernie Smith’s newsletter, which hunts for the end of the long tail. If you ask the average person what the company 3M does, odds are if they have a few gray hairs hanging out on their scalp, they might say that the company makes floppy disks. Now, this was once true, but if you look on 3M’s own website , you will see no mention of this legacy—it’s a firm that sells abrasive materials, adhesive tapes, filters, films, personal protective equip
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Electrek
APRIL 2, 2024
Hyundai’s IONIQ 5 just set a new March and Q1 sales record as EV sales climbed 100% last month. The company had its best-ever first quarter and March sales as demand for its EVs remains high.
Teslarati
APRIL 2, 2024
Tesla China’s estimated domestic vehicle sales ended the first quarter of 2024 on a strong note. As per industry watchers, Tesla China saw 17,300 new vehicle insurance registrations for the week of March 25-March 31 — the highest in 2024 so far. For context, Tesla China’s insurance registrations in March were tracked at 12,500 during the week of February 25-March 3 and 13,200 registrations in the week of March 4-March 10.
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CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 2, 2024
Tarform’s electric motorcycles are works of art even when standing still, but are pure poetry in motion on the road. The company’s flagship model, the Luna, evokes café racer and scrambler vibes, but this premium bike also features a high tech electric drivetrain bundled into its head-turning package. The Luna, [continued] The post Tarform’s Electric Motorcycles Are Poetry In Motion appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
APRIL 2, 2024
The upcoming entry-level Mercedes-Benz EV dubbed the “one-liter car” for its long-range capabilities, was finally caught out in the wild. In a new video, the electric Mercedes CLA was spotted testing near the Arctic Circle. The new EV is Mercedes-Benz’s answer to the Tesla Model 3.
Innovation News Network
APRIL 2, 2024
New research by Independent Advisor Car Insurance has revealed the UK towns that have the best EV charging infrastructure. Read more here. The post Which UK areas have the best EV charging infrastructure? appeared first on Innovation News Network.
Electrek
APRIL 2, 2024
Seemingly to counter disastrous Q1 2024 EV delivery results, Tesla decided to release energy storage deployment early. Tesla’s growth in its electric vehicle business might be on pause right now, but its energy storage business is still surging.
The Truth About Cars
APRIL 2, 2024
Disappointing EV demand can be blamed on several factors, ranging from the toxic political situation in the U.S. to concerns about driving range and charging. One factor that is coming into clear focus is pricing, as Ford recently found out with the Mustang Mach-E. In response to flagging demand, the automaker cut prices on the electric SUV and has seen an uptick in sales as a result, showing that cost remains a significant hurdle for many prospective buyers.
Electrek
APRIL 2, 2024
Toyota’s EV sales were up 9% in the first three months of 2024, but only 1,897 Toyota electric vehicles were handed over in the US. That’s only a fraction of Toyota’s over 486,000 total Q1 US sales.
Green Car Reports
APRIL 2, 2024
Tesla on Tuesday revealed preliminary production and delivery numbers for the first quarter, and they’re down markedly—falling versus the same period the previous year for the first time since 2020 and the onslaught of the pandemic. In the first quarter of 2024, Tesla made 433,371 vehicles, while it delivered just 386,810 vehicles.
Electrek
APRIL 2, 2024
The first fully electric three-row SUV from Kia, the EV9 , sparked a 151% surge in EV sales in March. Kia’s EV9 helped the brand achieve its second-best Q1 sales results.
CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 2, 2024
CATL and GM are talking about creating a joint venture for a North American battery factory to manufacture LFP cells. The post CATL & GM Tiptoe Toward A Joint Battery Factory appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
APRIL 2, 2024
Tesla has officially regained the BEV global volume leader crown from BYD in the first quarter despite a tough one. Could it point to issues in the Chinese EV market?
Electric Cars Report
APRIL 2, 2024
Honda UK has slashed prices on all versions of the e:Ny1 electric SUV as it looks to provide customers with unparalleled choice, convenience, and affordability. Effective from Tuesday 2 April, the revised pricing for the e:Ny1 sees the Elegance model starting from £39,995 OTR or £299 per month, down from £44,995 OTR. The e:Ny1’s range […] The post Honda UK slashes prices for all versions the e:Ny1 electric SUV by 5,000£ appeared first on Electric Cars Report.
Electrek
APRIL 2, 2024
Norway’s WindSpider has designed a lightweight crane system that builds offshore wind turbines virtually on its own once the tower is up.
CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 2, 2024
Analysts expect Tesla will report lower sales for the first quarter of 2024 because of unforced errors by the company's CEO. The post Market Pressures On Tesla Mount As Attitudes About Musk Sink appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
APRIL 2, 2024
Subaru just announced that it’s leasing its 2023 Solterra Premium for zero down, $241 per month for 36 months, plus tax and license.
Green Car Reports
APRIL 2, 2024
Tesla sales plunged over the past three months; is Elon Musk a factor? And Rivian gains some enviable safety credentials. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Could the safest pickup be fully electric? The Rivian R1T makes a strong argument for that; it just landed atop the IIHS Top Safety Pick+ list for 2024, and it’s the only electric.
Electrek
APRIL 2, 2024
Chinese smartphone giant Xiaomi seems to have hit the ball out of the park with the launch of its debut EV, the SU7, last week. The launch has pushed its market value up by $4 million, with the company now nearing valuations higher than GM and Ford.
CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 2, 2024
Join the Petersen for its annual electrified cars & coffee! Experience some of the most exciting electric vehicles ever built, including rarely-shown concepts, land speed record vehicles, and one-off customs. Enjoy strolling through 100+ years of electric vehicle history as the show is open to all battery-powered vehicles. Full electric, [continued] The post Petersen Automotive Museum Electrifies LA With Silent Cruise-In appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
APRIL 2, 2024
If you own (or lease) a 2017 Chevy Bolt EV model or newer, you could be eligible for up to $3,000 off the new fully electric Equinox. Chevy is offering big incentives as it looks to ramp up EV sales in 2024.
The Truth About Cars
APRIL 2, 2024
Tesla’s “Full Self-Driving” (FSD) tech might be under scrutiny from several angles, but the automaker is pushing forward with a plan to bring the system out of beta and into the mainstream. The latest FSD release , version 12, included a name change for the feature, from Full Self-Driving Beta to Full Self-Driving (Supervised), but Tesla’s lack of a public relations department means we don’t have much to go on outside of the name.
Electrek
APRIL 2, 2024
A mere eight months after initially launching its N7 SUV in China, BYD sub-brand Denza has followed up with a refreshed version with better technology and significantly lower starting prices. Initially targeting potential Model Y customers, the N7’s sales have yet to reach Denza’s expectations, leading to today’s new demand levers and some new subsidies for switching to the updated model.
CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 2, 2024
T&E and a coalition of rail operators and ticket vendors call upon EU Member States to reduce rail tolls on night trains, cross-border trains and some passenger trains Travelling by rail instead of flying can decrease emissions by up to -97% on specific routes. Reducing flying and car use is. [continued] The post Flixtrain, Trainline, T&E Call For Reduced Rail Tolls To Help Make Train Travel More Accessible appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
APRIL 2, 2024
Kia’s rebate on the 2024 EV9 increased from $5,000 to $7,500 today, the largest discount on the EV model to date, reports CarsDirect.
The Truth About Cars
APRIL 2, 2024
Today we're going back to the "doesn't run but could be restored" well with this 1991 Dodge Ramcharger. This one has some front-end damage and doesn't run -- the seller thinks it needs a wiring harness and throttle body. The radiator, brake master cylinder, and brake actuator valve are new. The seller doesn't know the mileage since speedometer and odometer don't work.
CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 2, 2024
How do you think Tesla marketing compares to the automotive industry as a whole? Remember: Tesla swore off traditional advertising early on, insisting that word-of-mouth — from personal referrals and on social media — would have enough guts to promote the company. CEO Elon Musk mocked legacy automakers who spent. [continued] The post Tesla Marketing Campaign Takes A Slightly Traditional Turn appeared first on CleanTechnica.
The Truth About Cars
APRIL 2, 2024
Photo by Mr Twister/Shutterstock.com Advances in the field of tire and rubber technology (yes, that’s a thing; we promise) have permitted manufacturers to make huge strides in the ability of these things to grip surfaces of all types. In the past, there was a push to sell all-season tires which performed at kinda-sorta acceptable levels in a variety of conditions but didn’t truly excel in any particular environment.
Innovation News Network
APRIL 2, 2024
Uppsala University have made a groundbreaking drug discovery that may be crucial in the fight against antibiotic resistance. The post Uppsala University scientists discover new class of drugs to combat antibiotic resistance appeared first on Innovation News Network.
The Truth About Cars
APRIL 2, 2024
Fisker’s on the ropes, but hits keep on coming. The upstart automaker recently warned that it could face bankruptcy and said that its negotiations with another automaker for a potential investment had fallen through. Business Insider recently reported on leaked documents that show Fisker’s troubles are deepening, as the EV maker has seen tens of thousands of order cancellations since its troubles became glaringly public.
Setec Powerr
APRIL 2, 2024
In the current rapid development of global electric vehicle charging infrastructure, effective and safe communication between Charging Station Management Systems (CSMS) and Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) is particularly important. To meet this demand, the Open Charge Alliance (OCA) developed an open-source protocol, the Open Charge Point Protocol (OCPP), becoming the key bridge connecting EVSE and cloud-based CSMS.
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