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Tesla Lead Engineer urges Rivian to optimize R2 for existing Supercharger Network

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But while the Rivian R2 has earned praise for its price, specs, and looks, one aspect of the vehicle has raised eyebrows — its charge port location. This, as noted by EV owners, would result in the R2 taking up two spots at Tesla’s V3 and V2 Superchargers. Tesla should not dictate the port location.

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Tesla confirms it is developing wireless inductive EV charging

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Tesla confirmed it is developing a wireless inductive electric vehicle charging platform for owners in an interview with Jay Leno. It had worked with Tesla in the past for promotional materials , using its vehicles in demonstration videos. You just pull in your garage, drive over the pad, and you’re charging.”

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Tesla Supercharger Network opening one new stall every hour

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Starting today, Ford’s all-electric vehicles could access the Tesla Supercharger Network using a dedicated NACS adapter. Fortunately, Tesla seems to be on a path that would ensure NACS users are well-supported. And with approximately one new stall opening every hour, we’re just getting started,” Tesla wrote.

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Tesla executives to host discussion on the upgraded Model 3 this week

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Two of Tesla’s top executives are scheduled to hold a discussion on the upgraded Model 3 later this week, as posted on X by the automaker this week. Tesla VP of Vehicle Engineering responds to concerns about new Model 3 rear seat space What are your thoughts?

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Tesla Superchargers to adopt time-based pricing for non-Teslas EVs

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Just recently, Elon Musk confirmed that Tesla’s Supercharger Network would be opened to other electric vehicles later this year. According to Elon Musk, owners of non-Tesla electric vehicles would have to download the Tesla App to access the Supercharger Network. Tesla Supercharger Network will open to other EVs this year.

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Tesla Cybertruck and Semi are candidates for 800-volt architecture

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Tesla may consider adopting an 800-volt architecture for the Cybertruck and the Tesla Semi. While taking questions from shareholders, Tesla executives were asked why the company does not adopt an 800-volt architecture for its cars. Tesla’s rivals like Porsche have adopted such a system for the Taycan.

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Tesla NACS Texas mandate gets push back from EV Charging firms: Report

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Some EV charger makers and operators in Texas have opposed the Lone Star state’s Tesla NACS mandate. According to a document seen by Reuters , a group of EV charging firms claims that Texas’ Tesla NACS mandate is premature. The mandate requires EV charging companies to provide Tesla NACS and CCS ports to customers.

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