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Elon Musk comments on Tesla’s pricing strategy following cuts

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Tesla has dropped the prices of its electric vehicles (EVs) and its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software over the past few weeks, reigniting larger discussions about the automaker’s overall pricing strategy. “Subscription price will go up once we release FSD. . We are raising Model Y prices.

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Fisker and Foxconn confirm Fisker PEAR production in Ohio; expected base price below $29,900

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Fisker confirmed that it will produce its second vehicle, the Fisker PEAR (Personal Electric Automotive Revolution) ( earlier post ), at the factory Foxconn (Hon Hai Precision Industry Co. The PEAR will be a revolutionary electric vehicle that won’t fit into any existing segment. The Fisker PEAR will enter production in 2024.

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CapGemini: 87% of global consumers prefer personal vehicle to ensure safe travel, up from 57% in April 2020

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This reflects a continuous shift in consumer preference towards personal mobility, fueled by the COVID-19 pandemic, as car ownership today is seen as a safeguard against the risk and spread of infection. Meanwhile, 78% of consumers will opt for using their personal vehicles over taking public transport.

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Tesla’s Elon Musk expected to become the world’s richest person again

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk appears to be well on his way toward recapturing the title of the world’s wealthiest person by net worth. As Tesla shares dropped in 2022, Elon Musk, who was then listed as the world’s wealthiest person by net worth, was overtaken by Arnault. The Teslarati team would appreciate hearing from you.

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Up close with the Rivian R2: Even better in-person [Gallery]

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Rivian brought its brand new R2 electric SUV to Austin, Texas this week for one of its first public show and tells. The materials aren’t as nice as the R1T/R1S, but that’s to be expected given the price differences. Rivian’s presentation last week did a pretty good job of showing it off, but seeing it in-person today was even better.

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Lunaz to begin production of electric classic Range Rovers; prices begin at £245,000 excluding local taxes

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Lunaz, a creator of electric classic cars, announced the first tranche of production availability for classic electric Range Rovers. Prices for classic electric Range Rovers by Lunaz start at £245,000 (US$329,000) excluding local taxes. The first electric roofless SUV has already been allocated to a European customer.

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Volkswagen presents compact crossover electric concept: ID.LIFE

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At the International Motor Show IAA MOBILITY 2021 in Munich, Volkswagen is presenting the ID.LIFE, a compact crossover electric concept car previewing a new ID. The vision of a fully electric small car for the urban environment centers around people and communal experiences. With its 172 kW (234 PS) electric motor, the ID.

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