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Tesla Cybertruck displays are attracting tons of attention in Tesla stores

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There are only a few days left before the Tesla Cybertruck’s first deliveries, and in an apparent effort to generate more attention for the vehicle, the EV maker has brought its all-electric pickup truck to several of its physical stores. The Tesla Cybertruck is expected to have its first delivery event at Giga Texas this November 30, 2023.

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Santa Clara VTA partners with Proterra and Scale Microgrid Solutions to charge 34 electric buses with solar-powered microgrid

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In the event of an extended power outage, such as a public safety power shutoff, electricity stored in the microgrid’s battery storage system can provide back-up power at VTA’s Cerone bus yard to allow the agency to continue operating battery-electric buses, serving riders and providing emergency transport if needed.

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Tesla launches Event Data Recorder Resources to help owners access vehicle data

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This was made possible by the launch of the company’s Event Data Recorder (EDR) Resources, which provides owners with the software and hardware they need to retrieve pertinent information from their electric cars. . These data are then stored in the vehicle’s Restraints Control Module (RCM).

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Mercedes-Benz receives world’s first internationally valid system approval for Level 3 conditionally automated driving

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—Markus Schäfer, Member of the Board of Management of Daimler AG and Mercedes-Benz AG, Chief Technology Officer responsible for Development and Purchasing. The route profile, events occurring on the route and traffic signs are correspondingly taken into consideration. accidents or roadworks) from a digital HD map.

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The ABCs of National Drive Electric Week

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These are just three of the 219 amazing events that were hosted in 206 cities and towns across the U.S. EV-focused events occur in almost all 50 states of the U.S., so chances are there’s one near you (and if there’s not, maybe there should be – consider becoming an event organizer). We wish we could highlight them all!

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Uber and Tesla work together to push more drivers to opt for EVs: report

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Uber is also offering up to a $2,000 incentive on the purchase of a Tesla Model 3 sedan or Model Y crossover. Test drive events are being hosted at Tesla stores as a way to familiarize Uber drivers with the use, features, capabilities, and overall experience of electric cars as well.

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Tesla had a year filled with achievements in 2022

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At this event, Elon Musk gave a passionate speech about how Giga Berlin would be the gemstone for Europe and the world. So this is going to be very important for storing renewable energy — so, for solar and wind. In the following month, Tesla held its grand opening Cyber Rodeo event at Giga Texas. This problem will be solved.

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