Green Car Reports
MARCH 9, 2024
Rivian on Thursday delivered what was expected—the R2 electric SUV. And then it stole the R2’s stage with products that fans, investors, and EV shoppers didn’t know they needed: the Rivian R3 and R3X. A short time after the reveal, I noted that while plenty of fans were checking out the R2, there was a frenzy around the R3. And.
Electric Cars Report
MARCH 15, 2024
On its third long-distance road trip over 1,000+ kilometers, the Mercedes-Benz VISION EQXX demonstrated that even the Arabian Desert is no obstacle to energy efficiency. On a challenging route profile encompassing busy city streets and open desert, the pioneering test vehicle delivered electric power consumption of 7.4 kWh/100km (8.4 mi/kWh). This equates to an equivalent of […] The post Mercedes-Benz VISION EQXX delivers groundbreaking energy efficiency on electric journey from Riyadh to
Electrek
MARCH 14, 2024
For the first time, Volkswagen announced it aims to start producing its most affordable ID.1 electric car, starting at 20,000 euros ($21,700), in 2027. The $20K Volkswagen ID.1 will offer “affordable electric mobility for everyone,” VW brand leader Thomas Shafer said Thursday.
Teslarati
MARCH 14, 2024
Tesla’s ( NASDAQ: TSLA ) plans for the next-generation $25,000 vehicle is “increasingly a 2027 story,” analysts said after touring the company’s Gigafactory Texas plant. Tesla has tasted substantial growth in its production and deliveries over the past few years, but now, Wall Street is beginning to anticipate the potential for a pullback for the automaker.
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Green Car Reports
MARCH 11, 2024
Big-box stores and fast-foot chains offer large parking lots perfect for EV charging, but most lag in offering charging to customers, according to a new Consumer Reports study. Consumer Reports surveyed 270,000 retail locations controlled by 75 major retail and fast-food chains—brands like Costco, Ikea, Walmart, and Target—and found.
The Driven EV News
MARCH 12, 2024
New data shows that electric vehicles are far more reliable than ICE cars of same age. The post The data is in: EVs far less likely to break down than ICE cars appeared first on The Driven.
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Teslarati
MARCH 11, 2024
Tesla Giga Berlin’s water consumption has been a massive trigger for the facility’s most ardent critics. Even as Tesla highlights that Giga Berlin is already its most sustainable factory today, protesters have stood on the narrative that the Grünheide-based Model Y factory is a malevolent facility that takes scarce water from the community’s residents.
Green Car Reports
MARCH 14, 2024
In a life cycle assessment of the Volvo EX30 electric vehicle released Thursday, the automaker underscored that its upcoming compact EV has the lowest carbon footprint of any electric Volvo yet. The team behind the EX30 analysis looked at two EX30 versions—one with the 69-kwh lithium nickel cobalt manganese oxide (NMC) battery pack, the.
The Driven EV News
MARCH 13, 2024
First 43 of 60 ordered electric trucks unveiled at the western Sydney depot of Team Global Express, supported by a battery, solar panels and charging equipment. The post “A game changer:” Albanese hails delivery of biggest electric truck fleet in Australia appeared first on The Driven.
Electrek
MARCH 10, 2024
Whether you love them or hate them , electric bikes are becoming increasingly popular on streets and trails around the US. First embraced across Asia before rolling their way across Europe for the last decade, e-bikes are now surging in popularity in North America. But while you’ll see plenty of people espousing the supposed advantages of electric bikes, it’s important to keep in mind some of the hidden costs of owning and using these two-wheeled electric vehicles.
Teslarati
MARCH 14, 2024
Wedbush maintained Tesla’s Outperform rating with a $315 price target as Q1 2024 ends. According to Wedbush analysts, Tesla remains on track to exceed 2 million unit deliveries in 2024. They believe reaching 2.1 million and 2.2 million unit deliveries this year is “still achievable,” even with a softer Q1 performance. The investment firm predicts near-term headwinds but stated in a note on Wednesday that the negative sentiment on Tesla is “way overdone.” Last month
InsideEVs
MARCH 13, 2024
Off-roading doesn't tend to happen on even ground, which is why enthusiasts prioritize trucks with great articulation. Unfortunately, the Tesla Cybertruck doesn't deliver.
The Driven EV News
MARCH 10, 2024
Waverley Council installs five integrated chargers in light poles along Bondi street, and open parking spaces in what it says is the first "EV-ready" street. The post EV chargers embedded in light poles, and open parking, trialled in first “EV ready street” appeared first on The Driven.
Electrek
MARCH 14, 2024
Elon Musk says that Tesla will bring Tesla Semi, its electric semi truck, to production at Gigafactory Berlin. However, it will be important to start volume production in the US first.
Teslarati
MARCH 11, 2024
Tesla is making construction progress on its upcoming lithium refinery in Texas, as shown in photos taken by one drone pilot this week. Longtime Tesla construction observer Joe Tegtmeyer shared photos of Tesla’s forthcoming lithium plant near Corpus Christi, Texas, on Monday. The photos, as posted on X , show the foundations of what will eventually be Production Line 1, with other superstructure work and the beginnings of construction on Production Line 2, as Tegtmeyer explains.
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 9, 2024
The electric vehicle (EV) era brings with it an unpredictable variety of demands. With the popularization of EVs and diversified. [continued] The post Tesla’s Giga Press Has Led To Systemic Industry Change, & Now EVs Will Cost Less To Build Than ICE Vehicles By 2027 appeared first on CleanTechnica.
The Driven EV News
MARCH 12, 2024
Electric trucks are already cheaper to run than diesel rigs. Now, because of plunging battery costs, the upfront price will hit parity much sooner than expected. The post Electric trucks to hit price parity with diesel faster than expected, thanks to plunging battery costs appeared first on The Driven.
Electrek
MARCH 15, 2024
Tesla is in search of a new senior manager who will focus on eliminating the need for the automaker’s service. They will be in charge of a new program called ‘Zero Service’.
Teslarati
MARCH 10, 2024
In recent months, Tesla CEO Elon Musk has been far from the only person at the company using the X platform regularly to spread information about its products. Amidst calls for Tesla to advertise, the use of X from both executives and other employees has increased substantially in the past few months, not unlike how Musk has used the platform over the years.
Cars That Think
MARCH 15, 2024
As the world builds more and more electric cars and trucks—and electrifies other modes of transit—a race is underway to build the ideal, mean-and-green motor. The goal is a traction motor that’s at least as powerful, reliable, and lightweight as today’s industry standard rare-earth permanent magnet synchronous motor. However, rare-earth elements like neodymium and dysprosium, which are required for the most powerful magnets for the latter, also represent a major choke point.
The Driven EV News
MARCH 13, 2024
BYD reveals a refreshed version of one of the most affordable EVs with a starting price of under $A19,000. The post BYD cuts price of most affordable EV to less than $A20,000 appeared first on The Driven.
Electrek
MARCH 12, 2024
The Biden Administration has released the first-ever strategy document detailing its plan to target specific freight corridors for infrastructure improvement, with the intent of helping to reach its goal of 100% zero-emission new truck sales by 2040.
Teslarati
MARCH 14, 2024
During his brief visit to Tesla Giga Berlin, Elon Musk teased plans to produce the Semi truck in Germany for the European market. The Tesla CEO visited Giga Berlin after the factory and its employees endured an arson attack, which resulted in a production halt. Based on a Handelsblatt recording, Elon Musk said during his visit to Giga Berlin: “I think it makes sense to produce the Semi truck in Europe at Giga Berlin.
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 9, 2024
It has been a very newsy month down under. The most important item has to be that Australian plug-in electric. [continued] The post Australian Plug-in Vehicle Sales Exceed 10% in February 2024 appeared first on CleanTechnica.
The Driven EV News
MARCH 10, 2024
Claims electric cars only suit inner-city drivers have been overtaken by new data showing outer city suburbs are becoming EV hotspots. The post Why electric car dreams are becoming an outer suburban reality appeared first on The Driven.
Electrek
MARCH 11, 2024
The new Porsche Taycan Turbo GT is an all-electric powerhouse. With over 1,000 hp and a 0 to 60 mph in 2.1 seconds, it is the fastest, most powerful road-legal Porsche of all time.
Teslarati
MARCH 10, 2024
Battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) could become cheaper to produce than gas cars within the next few years, in part due to Tesla Gigacasting techniques, as one research firm suggests. In a press release shared on Thursday, research firm Gartner said it believes the upcoming generation of BEVs will be cheaper to produce on average than vehicles with internal combustion engines (ICEs) by 2027.
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 10, 2024
Stepvan manufacturer Morgan Olson has chosen the Rivian commercial van skateboard for is commercial delivery vans. The post Morgan Olson Chooses Rivian Skateboard For Electric Delivery Vans appeared first on CleanTechnica.
The Driven EV News
MARCH 14, 2024
"Zombie" ICE vehicle factories are sitting idle in China thanks to plummeting demand. Is this the canary in the coal mine for the global ICE vehicle death spiral? The post Stranded assets: Chinese fossil car production plunges amid surging EV demand appeared first on The Driven.
Electrek
MARCH 9, 2024
Rivian launched the much-anticipated R2 – and the surprise R3 – on Thursday, but at the time we only saw the cars on stage, in isolation. Now video has emerged showing these cars driving on public roads, next to other cars, offering a better visual size comparison, and a look at the cars in motion in the sunlight.
Teslarati
MARCH 11, 2024
Tesla has launched a program offering early deliveries for the Foundation Series Cybertruck to qualified TSLA shareholders in the United States and Canada. The offer is designed specifically for verified TSLA shareholders who have held their stock in the electric vehicle maker for a significant amount of time. As noted by Tesla on its official page for the promotion , TSLA shareholders who wish to join the early Foundation Series Cybertruck delivery offer must sign up for the program by 11:59 PM
InsideEVs
MARCH 13, 2024
Plus, Ford and Tesla get nailed for driver-assistance systems, and when it comes to "software-defined cars," you ain't seen nothin' yet.
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 13, 2024
Recently, U.S. Senator Marco Rubio started pushing for more tariffs. Why? Because cheaper Chinese electric cars have a pretty good. [continued] The post Tariffs Aren’t Enough To Save U.S. Manufacturers From Chinese EVs appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
MARCH 13, 2024
BYD is launching another lower-priced electric model. The Chinese automaker introduced the new BYD e2 Honor Edition, starting under $13,000, in its latest move to steal market share from gas-powered cars.
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