Multiple automakers have announced plans to use Tesla’s Supercharger network and North American Charging Standard (NACS) plug in recent weeks. While Tesla owners and shareholders have shared mixed reviews, Ford CEO Jim Farley recently pointed to the charging network’s strengths, noting that the move would be positive for Ford customers. Farley said last week that the Tesla… Continue reading Clean Tecnica: Ford CEO: Tesla Supercharger Decision Simple, Good For Customers 002855
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Clean Technica: SAE To Standardize NACS Connector As EV Charging Tide Turns Toward Tesla002854
Ford started it last month when it announced it would install charging sockets in its electric cars that conform to the Tesla charging standard commonly known as the North American Charging Standard. General Motors swiftly climbed aboard the NACS bus, and then charging companies like Electrify America announced they will be adding NACS plugs to… Continue reading Clean Technica: SAE To Standardize NACS Connector As EV Charging Tide Turns Toward Tesla002854
Cleantechnica: The Tiny Hinges That May Turn Tesla’s Future 002853
If the last month is any indication, Tesla’s future will be a roller coaster ride. The question that lingers is: Will Tesla’s heights be bolder and more enduring than its lows? Tesla’s future is dependent on many, many factors — human, social, economic, and technological. This weekend, probably on Sunday, July 2, Tesla is expected… Continue reading Cleantechnica: The Tiny Hinges That May Turn Tesla’s Future 002853
Cleantechnica: Volvo Cars Latest To Partner With Tesla On Tesla Supercharging 002852
As expected, more carmakers continue to join in partnership with Tesla on Tesla Supercharger access for their cars. After Ford broke open the dam, GM, Rivian, and various charging networks have followed in partnering with Tesla on this. The latest news is that Volvo Cars is partnering with Tesla, too. Right at the beginning of… Continue reading Cleantechnica: Volvo Cars Latest To Partner With Tesla On Tesla Supercharging 002852
Clean Technica: Renting an Audi Gasmobile: 3 Things I Miss (Massively) from My Tesla Model 3002851
I had to rent a gas car this weekend. I ended up with an Audi Q2. It’s not the most expensive Audi on the market. In fact, it’s one of the cheapest (around $30,000). Three things about the car drove me nuts, with one of them perhaps being partly due to the car being on… Continue reading Clean Technica: Renting an Audi Gasmobile: 3 Things I Miss (Massively) from My Tesla Model 3002851
Clean Technica: Tesla’s Order Backlog Has Dropped Massively In 2023 — Why Is That?002850
Troy Teslike has tracked the Tesla order backlog for years. Something changed massively in December. The order backlog dropped from 190,000 to 74,000. One might think the order backlog would bounce up again as the year went on, since there’s often a rush to buy electric cars at the end of the year, then a… Continue reading Clean Technica: Tesla’s Order Backlog Has Dropped Massively In 2023 — Why Is That?002850
Cleantechnica: How Does Tesla Car Wash Mode Work?002849
Teslas are undoubtedly the world’s most sophisticated production cars, loaded with technology and even AI. So, taking such an advanced vehicle to a car wash in a classic style is now deprecated. Tesla has its own “Car Wash Mode.” It is useful if it is activated before giving your dream car a bubble bath. The… Continue reading Cleantechnica: How Does Tesla Car Wash Mode Work?002849
Cleantechnica: 4 Most American-Made Cars Are … All Teslas 002848
In the past, Tesla has been lauded for its cars being mostly made in the U.S., but a new index has taken this detail one step further. Now, the entire Tesla lineup has taken over the top four spots as the most American-made vehicles, according to new data on the topic. Tesla’s Model Y, X,… Continue reading Cleantechnica: 4 Most American-Made Cars Are … All Teslas 002848
Cleantechnica: Is Tesla Gigafactory In France Next?002847
While Tesla has just recently announced plans to construct a new Gigafactory in Mexico, the automaker is already looking to invest in other new factories and gigafactories. CEO Elon Musk recently met with French President Emmanuel Macron, leaving some wondering if the country could host the gigafactory that follows Tesla’s new facility in Nuevo León,… Continue reading Cleantechnica: Is Tesla Gigafactory In France Next?002847
Cleantechnica: Tesla “Forgot” To Submit Info To IRS For Used Buyers To Get $4000 Used Electric Car Credit 002846
I’m updating this article I wrote 6 months ago which informed readers about the new $4,000 tax credit for used electric cars under $25,000 and predicted that used Tesla prices would be driven into that range by the $7,500 federal tax credit and Tesla’s price cuts. As predicted, new and used Tesla prices have dropped,… Continue reading Cleantechnica: Tesla “Forgot” To Submit Info To IRS For Used Buyers To Get $4000 Used Electric Car Credit 002846