Tesla has recalled Cybertruck due to a defective accelerator pedal and in the process, the automaker confirmed having delivered at least 3,800 deliveries. There appeared to be a stop sale on the Cybertruck over the last few days as Tesla looked into a potential issue reported by owners regarding a slippery accelerator pedal. Today, Tesla… Continue reading Tesla recalls Cybertruck due to defective accelerator, confirms about 4,000 deliveries
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Nissan Micra EV to debut later this year as new low-cost electric car
Another affordable electric car is set to be unveiled later this year as Nissan looks to boost EV sales. Nissan will unveil a new Micra EV as its newest low-cost electric car. Nissan has been teasing an electric Micra successor for several years now. The new EV was previewed as part of the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance.… Continue reading Nissan Micra EV to debut later this year as new low-cost electric car
You can power your home for 21 days with a Chevy Silverado EV and GM’s new bidirectional charger
Photo: GM Energy GM Energy just debuted vehicle-to-home (V2H) bidirectional EV chargers – here’s how GM’s EVs will keep the lights on. Once installed, GM Energy’s home EV chargers will enable customers to send power from a compatible GM EV to their home in the face of increasing power outages across the US. Customers can… Continue reading You can power your home for 21 days with a Chevy Silverado EV and GM’s new bidirectional charger
Tesla leaks new Model 3 Performance ‘Ludicrous’ details
Tesla has leaked some details about its elusive new Model 3 Performance ‘Ludicrous’, which is expected to launch any day. The new Model 3 Performance, which could be named ‘Ludicrous’ based on the badges seen on some prototypes, has been expected to launch any day for over a month. It was confirmed that the automaker was… Continue reading Tesla leaks new Model 3 Performance ‘Ludicrous’ details
Tesla launches website to convince shareholders to vote for Elon’s $55 billion payday
Screenshot Tesla has launched a new website aimed at convincing shareholders to vote for reinstating Elon Musk’s $55 billion compensation plan. Back in 2018, Tesla shareholders approved one of the biggest compensation plans of all-time: a $55 billion fully stock-based CEO compensation plan for Elon Musk. In January, a judge sided with lawyers representing a Tesla… Continue reading Tesla launches website to convince shareholders to vote for Elon’s $55 billion payday
Toyota plots an all-electric Highlander SUV, will the Tundra and Tacoma be next?
After a slow start, Toyota is looking to shake things up with its next round of electric cars. Toyota’s second best-selling SUV in the US, the Toyota Highlander, is going fully electric. It could be followed by other familiar names like the Tacoma and Tundra. The Japanese automaker has been notoriously slow in transitioning to… Continue reading Toyota plots an all-electric Highlander SUV, will the Tundra and Tacoma be next?
Audi teases sporty new e-tron GT with Porsche Taycan Turbo power
The new Audi e-tron GT is gearing up for its debut as prototypes begin hitting the streets for testing. Audi’s refreshed e-tron GT is expected to pull upgrades from the new Porsche Taycan Turbo. The new electric sports car will likely feature a bigger battery, more range, and performance. Like the Porsche Taycan, Audi’s e-tron… Continue reading Audi teases sporty new e-tron GT with Porsche Taycan Turbo power
Tesla spent $200,000 to advertise on Elon Musk’s X so far
Tesla confirmed that it spent $200,000 to advertise on Elon Musk’s X, formerly Twitter, so far. For years, Musk has famously said that he despises advertising. He said that Tesla doesn’t pay or provide discounts for celebrities to drive its cars and that the automaker doesn’t pay to advertise – though we have seen exceptions before.… Continue reading Tesla spent $200,000 to advertise on Elon Musk’s X so far
Tesla Semi has been pushed ‘well beyond expectations’ by a new customer
Tesla has delivered its Tesla Semi, an electric semi truck, to a new customer for a pilot program that has reportedly pushed the electric vehicle “well beyond expectations.” The Tesla Semi program has seen some significant delays – even since it has officially entered production. It was first unveiled in 2017, and it was supposed… Continue reading Tesla Semi has been pushed ‘well beyond expectations’ by a new customer
Tesla asks shareholders to move to Texas and re-pass Elon Musk’s massive compensation plan
Tesla has filed a proxy with shareholders to ask them to vote for the company to move its state of incorporation to Texas and re-pass Elon Musk’s 2018 CEO massive compensation plan that was rescinded by a Delaware judge earlier this year. In January, a judge sided with lawyers representing a Tesla shareholder alleging that Tesla’s board… Continue reading Tesla asks shareholders to move to Texas and re-pass Elon Musk’s massive compensation plan