Some think that Tesla could finally be preparing to launch its Model 3 “Highland,” which is expected to feature simplified components and, potentially, a lower price tag. In recent weeks, a few sources have reported that Tesla has filed for registration for the refreshed Model 3 in China, and others say it could be released… Continue reading Cleantechnica: Tesla Preparing To Unveil Model 3 Highland 002952
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Clean Technica: Tesla Raffle Tickets Undersold! Time Running Out to Win New Car, Says Climate Nonprofit 002951
A leading climate nonprofit reported this week that its summer electric vehicle raffle remains seriously undersold. The drawing is less than two weeks away and over 1,400 tickets to win a Tesla, Lucid, or Rivian are available for purchase with time running out. CLICK HERE TO WIN A TESLA OR RIVIAN TRUCK AND HELP A… Continue reading Clean Technica: Tesla Raffle Tickets Undersold! Time Running Out to Win New Car, Says Climate Nonprofit 002951
Cleantechnica: What Is The Tesla Cybertruck Exoskeleton?002950
One of the big items of hype around the Tesla Cybertruck when it was revealed 4 years ago was that it would have an exoskeleton. Before we get to what that actually means, let’s look at the standard definition of an exoskeleton. From the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, an exoskeleton is: “a hard supporting or protective structure… Continue reading Cleantechnica: What Is The Tesla Cybertruck Exoskeleton?002950
Clean Technica: Volkswagen Outsells Tesla In Germany, ID.3 Sales Surge In China002949
Through the first seven months of 2023, Volkswagen sold more electric cars in Germany than Tesla. Although, the final tallies are very similar. According to Germany’s Federal Motor Transport Authority, Tesla outsold all rivals in 2022 and during the first six months of 2023, but strong sales in July — helped in part by deliveries… Continue reading Clean Technica: Volkswagen Outsells Tesla In Germany, ID.3 Sales Surge In China002949
Clean Technica: Is Buying An Electric Vehicle Becoming More Affordable?002947
Even as electric vehicles grow more popular, many consumers are still holding out for the sticker price to be right. However, with a handful of automakers following Tesla’s price cuts throughout this year as well as federal and state incentives, some note that EVs are quickly approaching general affordability in the U.S. public. Despite many… Continue reading Clean Technica: Is Buying An Electric Vehicle Becoming More Affordable?002947
Clean Technica: Tesla To Build Semi Megacharging Stations From Texas To California — Maybe002946
Last year, Tesla unveiled its electric Semi in an initial order for PepsiCo at the company’s Modesto distribution facility. Now, as the company looks to expand the reach of the electric Semis, Tesla has requested funding from the U.S. government to build nine Megacharging stations, which are expected to run from Texas to California. Image… Continue reading Clean Technica: Tesla To Build Semi Megacharging Stations From Texas To California — Maybe002946
Clean Technica: Elon Musk Issues Statement As Tesla CFO Zachary Kirkhorn Steps Down002945
Tesla’s Chief Financial Officer Zachary Kirkhorn has officially stepped down, as shown in a filing made public this week. The automaker has already named a replacement for Kirkhorn, though it remains to be seen what the now-former CFO will go on to do. Kirkhorn has stepped down as the CFO at Tesla, though he will… Continue reading Clean Technica: Elon Musk Issues Statement As Tesla CFO Zachary Kirkhorn Steps Down002945
Cleantechnica: EVs Take 26% Share In Germany — First BMW i5 Deliveries002944
July saw plugin EVs take 26% share in Germany, up from 25.5% year on year. Behind the apparently scant growth, full electrics grew market share by 1.43× to 20.0%, whereas plugin hybrids lost share. Overall auto volume was 243,277 units, up by 18% year on year, though still below long-term seasonal norms (over 300,000). The… Continue reading Cleantechnica: EVs Take 26% Share In Germany — First BMW i5 Deliveries002944
Cleantechnica: How Tesla’s Delicate “Dynamic Pricing” Model Works 002943
Tesla began 2023 by making major price cuts to its entire lineup, subsequently charging its record-breaking sales in the first and second quarters of the year. The automaker’s multiple rounds of price cuts throughout this year have opened up discussions about what some call “dynamic pricing,” as a part of the company’s unique direct-to-consumer sales… Continue reading Cleantechnica: How Tesla’s Delicate “Dynamic Pricing” Model Works 002943
Clean Technica: Disappointing Dip — July EV Update for Australia & New Zealand002942
Despite the evidence in front of my own eyes — electric vehicles are everywhere on the roads — it appears that EV sales have dipped in Australia in the month of July to a disappointing 7% penetration of new vehicles sold. Let’s hope it is just due to the delivery cycle. Meanwhile, in New Zealand,… Continue reading Clean Technica: Disappointing Dip — July EV Update for Australia & New Zealand002942