Hyundai and Kia placed second in the US EV market behind Tesla after a record sales year in 2023. The Korean automakers surged past Ford and GM with stylish, functional EVs built for the modern era. Hyundai and Kia take second in US EV sales According to Kelley Blue Book estimates, a record 1.2 million… Continue reading Hyundai and Kia surge past Ford, GM to take second in US EV sales in 2023
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Tesla Model 3s from Hertz are going for as low as $14,000
Hertz is starting to sell some of its Tesla Model 3s and they are going for pretty cheap – as low as $14,000 with the used EV tax credit. Back in 2021, Hertz announced an important effort to electrify its fleet of rental cars, led by a massive purchase of 100,000 Tesla Model 3 vehicles. More… Continue reading Tesla Model 3s from Hertz are going for as low as $14,000
Tesla is getting into gym equipment with a ‘Cyberhammer’
Tesla is evidently getting into gym equipment with a Cybertruck-inspired exercise hammer called the ‘Cyberhammer’. Ever since it unveiled the Cybertruck, Tesla has been capitalizing on its controversial design by releasing merch and accessories inspired by its design. Things like its Gigabeer and Cyber whistle. Now, Electrek has spotted a new trademark application from Tesla… Continue reading Tesla is getting into gym equipment with a ‘Cyberhammer’
Tesla launches Model 3 Highland refresh in North America
Tesla has officially launched the new Model 3 Highland refresh in North America – taking orders now for deliveries within a month. Last summer, Tesla introduced a new version of the Model 3, codenamed Highland, which featured a refreshed design, a new backseat screen, new ambient light, and more. It was only being built at… Continue reading Tesla launches Model 3 Highland refresh in North America
Tesla slashes official car wrap color prices, adds new color
Tesla has slashed prices on its official car wrap color selection and added a new ‘Satin Abbyss Blue’ for Model 3 and Model Y. After years of teasing, Tesla decided to release its own ‘color paint protection film’, which is more commonly known as a wrap, late last year. The automaker has been known for… Continue reading Tesla slashes official car wrap color prices, adds new color
Honda unveils two radical-looking EV concepts and new ‘H’ logo at CES 2024
This morning at the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Honda as offered the public a glimpse into its future as an all-electric brand, unveiling two EV concepts as part of its new “0 Series” of passenger vehicles that will be sold globally. That will begin with a bespoke Honda model evolving from the Saloon concept… Continue reading Honda unveils two radical-looking EV concepts and new ‘H’ logo at CES 2024
Toyota releases 2024 bZ4X prices with added features, new dual-voltage charging cable
Toyota gave the bZ4X an update for the 2024 model year. With new features and tech, Toyota looks to keep up with the competition. 2024 Toyota bZ4X prices go up slightly but with new tech After selling nearly 10,000 bZ4X models in its first full US sales year, Toyota looks to turn up the heat.… Continue reading Toyota releases 2024 bZ4X prices with added features, new dual-voltage charging cable
Tesla Cybertruck faces criticism as videos of winter woes surface
Videos of Tesla Cybertrucks stuck in the snow are starting to come out as people laugh at the supposedly rugged vehicle, but it is to be expected. Tesla fans love to use anecdotal examples that show the automaker in a good light. Therefore, they can’t be too mad when Tesla haters do the same to… Continue reading Tesla Cybertruck faces criticism as videos of winter woes surface
Tesla drastically downgrades Model Y sound system
Tesla has drastically downgraded the Model Y’s audio system from 13 to 7 speakers and seemingly getting rid of the subwoofer. Fortunately, it’s only for the base version. Over the years, Tesla invested heavily in quality audio for its vehicles. The automaker hired engineers from Bang & Olufsen and other major audio brands. It resulted in the sound… Continue reading Tesla drastically downgrades Model Y sound system
Tesla (TSLA) now has 4.2% of the US auto market
Tesla (TSLA) has reportedly grown its deliveries by 25% in the US last year to now hold a 4.2% market share of the US auto market. It wasn’t that long ago that many bigwigs in the auto industry didn’t see Tesla ever being more than a niche automaker. But the company has made itself undeniable… Continue reading Tesla (TSLA) now has 4.2% of the US auto market