Volkswagen has ended talks with Renault to launch an affordable EV, according to sources. However, a low-cost Volkswagen electric car is still in the plans. A report from Germany’s Handelsblatt last December hinted at a partnership between Volkswagen and Renault to build an EV under 20,000 euros ($21,500). The report noted that talks were still… Continue reading Volkswagen to go solo on affordable EVs after ending talks with Renault
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GM hints at an affordable Chevy Camaro EV: A $35,000 real electric pony car?
An affordable Chevy Camaro EV? That could become a reality. GM President Mark Reuss says the Camaro needs to be revived as a real pony car, hinting it could start at $35,000, similar to the new Equinox EV. Since announcing it will retire the sixth-gen Chevy Camaro at the end of the 2024MY, rumors have… Continue reading GM hints at an affordable Chevy Camaro EV: A $35,000 real electric pony car?
We got to play ‘cops and robbers’ in the Chevy Blazer EV Police Pursuit Vehicles [Video]
Criminals beware! The Chevy Blazer EV Police Pursuit Vehicle (PPV) is in the hands of the coppers, and it offers some serious torque and acceleration. We got the chance to not only get behind the wheel of this custom BEV for law enforcement but also ride along with some officers in a simulated chase. Check… Continue reading We got to play ‘cops and robbers’ in the Chevy Blazer EV Police Pursuit Vehicles [Video]
Tesla drops Steam gaming support inside its vehicles
Tesla is telling new Model S and Model X buyers that they won’t have access to Steam gaming inside their electric vehicles. Even though Tesla has been investing heavily into integrating video games into its in-car entertainment system, it still surprised many when Tesla said earlier this year that it planned to go as far as… Continue reading Tesla drops Steam gaming support inside its vehicles
Tesla plans a data center for self-driving in China, report says
Electrek’s concept image of a Tesla Data Center Tesla is reportedly in the early stages of planning to build a data center to train its self-driving AI in China.l According to a new report from Reuters, Tesla is looking to build a data center for self-driving in China: As part of that effort, Tesla has… Continue reading Tesla plans a data center for self-driving in China, report says
Tesla Model 3 Performance price hiked $1k again, under a month after release
The refreshed Model 3 Performance was released on April 23, but less than a month after release it’s having its price hiked again, for a second time. The Model 3 Performance just got a big refresh, after the Model 3’s overall “Highland” refresh. The refresh includes more horsepower (up to 510hp now, and 0-60 of… Continue reading Tesla Model 3 Performance price hiked $1k again, under a month after release
Honda plots $65 billion investment to build seven new EVs as it looks for a comeback
Honda is done standing by while rivals like Tesla and BYD steal market share. To stay competitive, Honda is doubling its investment in EVs to $65 billion (10 trillion yen) through 2030. The plans include slashing costs and launching seven new electric models. Honda doubles its investment in EVs to $65 billion CEO Toshihiro Mibe… Continue reading Honda plots $65 billion investment to build seven new EVs as it looks for a comeback
Chevy Equinox EV deliveries kick-off with $35,000 model coming soon
If you’ve been waiting for the all-electric Chevy Equinox, you may be in luck. Chevy officially began Equinox EV deliveries as customers received their first electric SUVs. Chevy begins Equinox EV deliveries According to GM, the “most affordable EV” in its class with over 300 miles of range is now being delivered to customers. After… Continue reading Chevy Equinox EV deliveries kick-off with $35,000 model coming soon
Tesla spotted testing prototype with new camera setup
Tesla has been spotted testing a Model 3 prototype with what appears to be a new camera setup. Is Tesla preparing a new vision rig for its next vehicles? While most other companies working on autonomous driving are using a wide array of sensors, inlvcuding cameras, radars, and lidars, Tesla was early to make the… Continue reading Tesla spotted testing prototype with new camera setup
In April, Tesla prices were higher month-over-month but lower year-over-year
Photo: Tesla Tesla posted larger-than-average ATP (average transaction price) increases month-over-month in April, but its prices were lower year-over-year, reports Kelley Blue Book. April saw Tesla post a month-over-month ATP increase of 5.7% compared to March, but the EV giant’s prices were lower year-over-year by 3.3%, according to EV transaction price data from Kelley Blue… Continue reading In April, Tesla prices were higher month-over-month but lower year-over-year