I think Cybertruck was a mistake for Tesla as it created this gap in growth for the company, but the automaker is making the most out of it as it turns the electric pickup truck into a marketing tool. Tesla never had a dud. All its vehicle programs were successful in their own rights, some… Continue reading Tesla Cybertruck is a mistake turned marketing tool
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Mexico pushes Tesla to start Gigafactory construction soon, but it hesitates
The Mexican government is pushing Tesla to start construction of Gigafactory Mexico soon, but it looks like the automaker doesn’t feel ready. Tesla officially announced Gigafactory Mexico back in March, and until recently, we were wondering what was the hold up to start production after the automaker said it wanted to move fast. In October, Tesla confirmed… Continue reading Mexico pushes Tesla to start Gigafactory construction soon, but it hesitates
Tesla dominated US EV registrations in 2023, but Rivian and Hyundai are catching on
New EV registrations in the US were up 23% in December as adoption continues to grow. Although Tesla’s 11% growth lagged behind the market, the automaker still dominated with 56% of US EV registrations in 2023. Meanwhile, several smaller players, including Hyundai and Rivian, saw promising growth. The US electric vehicle market is still growing… Continue reading Tesla dominated US EV registrations in 2023, but Rivian and Hyundai are catching on
Tesla offers to accelerate Cybertruck delivery with referral program, sold out in hours
Tesla has offered Cybertruck reservation holders to accelerate their delivery through an award in its referral program. It sold out in hours. Cybertruck deliveries have seemingly been accelerating lately, but the production is still limited. Tesla is believed to have around 2 million reservations for the electric pickup truck. However, those reservations are not necessarily… Continue reading Tesla offers to accelerate Cybertruck delivery with referral program, sold out in hours
Chevy Blazer EV sales are still halted as GM looks to get back on track
Those looking to get their hands on GM’s highly anticipated Chevy Blazer EV may have to wait even longer. Sales of the new Chevy Blazer EV are still paused as GM looks to overcome software glitches setting the automaker back. Chevy Blazer sales still paused almost two months later GM issued a stop-sale on the… Continue reading Chevy Blazer EV sales are still halted as GM looks to get back on track
Tesla Cybertrucks are already rusting, but there’s an easy fix
Some early Tesla Cybertruck owners are reporting some rust spots on their brand-new stainless steel pickup trucks. At this point, it’s entirely clear why it is happening, but we have a pretty good idea and an easy fix. There’s a misconception that stainless steel doesn’t rust, which got Cybertruck enthusiasts excited when Tesla unveiled the… Continue reading Tesla Cybertrucks are already rusting, but there’s an easy fix
BYD secures license deal with Ford and GM supplier to use its LFP battery packs for EVs
Leading global EV maker BYD is making big moves to stay on top of the market. Its latest deal gives Ford and GM supplier BorgWarner rights to its BYD Blade battery packs. BYD signs deal with Ford, GM supplier for battery packs BorgWarner announced the strategic agreement with BYD’s battery unit, FinDreams. Under the deal,… Continue reading BYD secures license deal with Ford and GM supplier to use its LFP battery packs for EVs
GM nearly doubles its map of Super Cruise hands-free driving routes in North America
General Motors (GM) has once again expanded its maps of routes that enable Super Cruise hands-free driving in North America. The American automaker now operates the largest hands-free driving network now that it has nearly doubled the mileage of available routes on the continent. Super Cruise is a hands-free driver assistance feature introduced to the… Continue reading GM nearly doubles its map of Super Cruise hands-free driving routes in North America
Tesla Model 3 has a new tech that ‘isolates shake frequencies in your belly’
The new refreshed Tesla Model 3 has a new technology that “isolates shake frequencies in your belly”. Yes, that’s apparently a thing now. I love my 2018 Model 3 Performance. It’s the best car I’ve ever owned, but it’s also far from perfect. One of the things I dislike the most is the shake at… Continue reading Tesla Model 3 has a new tech that ‘isolates shake frequencies in your belly’
Tesla is now accounting for ‘battery age’ in its range calculation
Tesla is now starting to account for “battery age” in its estimated range calculation for its electric vehicles. I have long been advocating for prioritizing accurate range prediction over a longer range in curbing range anxiety. Don’t get me wrong, a longer range can be useful, but if you know what where you are going,… Continue reading Tesla is now accounting for ‘battery age’ in its range calculation