Uber Technologies and charging provider Revel have announced a new strategic partnership in which the rideshare network will financially support the latter in expanding its charging infrastructure in exchange for exclusive charging discounts for its drivers. The perks will start in New York City with plans to expand Revel chargers and discounts to other major… Continue reading Uber and Revel partner up to offer EV drivers exclusive charging discounts in NYC
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Tesla launches Model Y with just 2 seats as a smart business solution
Tesla has launched a new Model Y configuration with just 2 seats – leaving a ton of room in the back for transport or a custom solution. It is aimed at businesses. The new vehicle was unveiled in France today. Clément Maguet, Senior Account Manager at Tesla, announced the new vehicle on LinkedIn: “Tesla has… Continue reading Tesla launches Model Y with just 2 seats as a smart business solution
Elon Musk tried to merge Tesla and OpenAI, emails reveal
In response to Elon Musk’s lawsuit against OpenAI, the company answered by releasing emails from Elon Musk showing that he actually supported OpenAI pivoting to a for-profit model and even merging with Tesla. OpenAI, an AI company now famous for its ChatGPT chatbot based on large language models, was originally co-founded by Tesla CEO Elon… Continue reading Elon Musk tried to merge Tesla and OpenAI, emails reveal
Tesla now offers 10,000 free Supercharging miles as delivery incentive
Tesla has increased its end-of-quarter delivery incentive to offer 10,000 free Supercharging miles to Tesla owners who trade in for a new vehicle by the end of the month. It has become standard for Tesla to offer extra incentives for customers to take delivery by the end of every quarter. These incentives are now often… Continue reading Tesla now offers 10,000 free Supercharging miles as delivery incentive
Toyota to boost EV battery production with Primearth EV Energy buyout
Toyota is boosting its ability to mass-produce “a wide variety” of EV batteries following an agreement with Panasonic to take full control of Primearth EV Energy (PEVE). The move will help Toyota respond to the growing demand for batteries. Toyota acquires Primearth EV Energy from Panasonic The automaker agreed with Panasonic to make Primearth EV… Continue reading Toyota to boost EV battery production with Primearth EV Energy buyout
Nissan slashes starting price of 2024 Ariya electric SUV to $39,590
Nissan is slashing prices on its first global electric SUV. The 2024 Nissan Ariya now starts at $39,995, with a lower starting price on all trims. Nissan cuts 2024 Ariya EV price Sales of Nissan’s first all-electric SUV in the US are heating up. Nissan sold 3,765 Ariya models in Q4 for a total of… Continue reading Nissan slashes starting price of 2024 Ariya electric SUV to $39,590
Tesla’s controversial turn signals are going to ding its near-perfect safety rating
Tesla’s controversial turn signals without the traditional steering wheel stalk are going to make the automaker lose its near-perfect safety rating in Europe. Over the last few years, Tesla has built an impressive collection of top safety ratings from safety organizations all around the world. We previously reported on the Model Y acing its safety test with… Continue reading Tesla’s controversial turn signals are going to ding its near-perfect safety rating
Tesla (TSLA) drops on bad Chinese delivery numbers that mean nothing
Tesla’s stock (TSLA) is dropping by as much as 7% – erasing billions of dollars in value today. It’s not clear why, but some are suggesting bad Chinese delivery numbers are to blame. China is the world’s biggest auto market and by far the biggest EV market. If your sales are dropping in that market,… Continue reading Tesla (TSLA) drops on bad Chinese delivery numbers that mean nothing
Tesla’s (TSLA) Bitcoin holdings surge to over $600 million
Tesla (TSLA) is benefiting from its investment in Bitcoin, which now surge past $600 million as the cryptocurrency tests new highs. Tesla is one of the few large public companies to decide to invest some of its cash into cryptocurrency. Early in 2021, Tesla invested $1.5 billion in Bitcoin. Shortly after, the automaker started accepting the cryptocurrency… Continue reading Tesla’s (TSLA) Bitcoin holdings surge to over $600 million
Toyota says it would rather buy credits than ‘waste’ money on EVs
The CEO of Toyota isn’t mincing words, saying that he believes EVs will only make up 30% of the US new-vehicle market in 2030, half of the target the EPA sought last year. As the car industry’s largest hybrid pusher, Toyota says it is better positioned to just buy credits to close the EPA gap… Continue reading Toyota says it would rather buy credits than ‘waste’ money on EVs