Tesla has started to deliver new Model S and Model X vehicles in the UK with a grabbing stick after they forced buyers to get left-hand-drive vehicles. Last month, we were surprised to see Tesla announce that they stopped producing new Model S and Model X vehicles in right-hand-drive configurations. The automaker decided to stop… Continue reading Tesla gives new owners in the UK a grabbing stick after forcing them to get left-hand-drive
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Audi CEO Markus Duesmann to be replaced by VW Group executive Gernot Döllner
Audi AG has announced a changing of the guard at CEO, as Markus Duesmann is being relieved of his duties following a resolution passed by the automaker’s supervisory board today. Duesmann will be succeeded by Volkswagen Group’s vice president of Product and Group Strategy and general secretariat, Gernot Döllner. Here’s what we know. Markus Duesmann… Continue reading Audi CEO Markus Duesmann to be replaced by VW Group executive Gernot Döllner
Volkswagen is in talks with Tesla to adopt NACS connector
Volkswagen confirmed that it is in talks with Tesla to adopt the NACS connector for its electric vehicles in North America. The news comes after Electrify America, which was founded by Volkswagen, announced the adoption of NACS. Over the last month, Tesla managed to convince virtually all major American automakers to switch to its newly… Continue reading Volkswagen is in talks with Tesla to adopt NACS connector
Tesla Full Self-Driving to get out of beta with v12 update – should we care?
Elon Musk says that Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) is going to get out of “Beta” with the upcoming version 12 update. Should we care? While Musk claimed that Tesla’s FSD is in beta to emphasize the need for drivers to pay attention and be ready to take control at all times, many believe that it… Continue reading Tesla Full Self-Driving to get out of beta with v12 update – should we care?
Tesla’s new Model 3 is rumored to feature new CATL M3P LFP cells for longer range
Tesla’s upcoming new refreshed Model 3 is rumored to feature CATL’s new M3P LFP cells, which should result in a longer range. For almost a year now, we have been talking about Tesla working on a refresh of its Model 3 electric sedan. Much of the talk around the refresh has been focused on the… Continue reading Tesla’s new Model 3 is rumored to feature new CATL M3P LFP cells for longer range
Why the electric vehicle ‘cost parity’ conversation doesn’t make any sense
GM CEO Mary Barra was recently asked about profitability targets for the company’s electric vehicle line and said that it’s on track for EV profitability in 2025. But, frankly, the whole conversation about EV profitability and cost parity doesn’t make a lot of sense, and here’s why. Barra is at the Aspen Ideas Festival this… Continue reading Why the electric vehicle ‘cost parity’ conversation doesn’t make any sense
First sellable Chevy Blazer EV rolls off the production line at GM’s Ramos Arizpe plant
The first sellable Chevy Blazer EV just rolled off the production line at General Motor’s Ramos Arizpe plant as the automaker plans to launch its new electric SUV this summer. General Motors is expecting a breakout year as it ramps up production of its Ultium-based electric models. Despite plans to discontinue its best-selling Chevy Bolt… Continue reading First sellable Chevy Blazer EV rolls off the production line at GM’s Ramos Arizpe plant
GM Energy launches Ultium Home charging with 3 bundles, vehicle-to-home capabilities
Eight months after sharing details of its new GM Energy business unit, General Motors has shared the first product specifications for its lineup of Ultium Home charging solutions designed for residential EV owners. The company will initially offer three distinct home energy management bundles, including capabilities for vehicle-to-home functionality and solar installations. As one of… Continue reading GM Energy launches Ultium Home charging with 3 bundles, vehicle-to-home capabilities
Tesla prepares to support third-party apps – Tesla App Store coming?
Tesla is preparing to officially support third-party apps, according to an update to its user settings on its website. Are we about to finally see a Tesla App Store? The idea of a Tesla App Store to let third-party apps run on Tesla vehicles is far from new. Since Tesla launched the Model S in… Continue reading Tesla prepares to support third-party apps – Tesla App Store coming?
Tesla (TSLA) is about to deliver a record performance in China
Tesla (TSLA) is on track to deliver record sales performance in China as early data show the automaker is still dominant in the world’s biggest EV market. China has rapidly become the largest EV market in the world. With Gigafactory Shanghai, Tesla has established itself as a dominant player in the market – especially on… Continue reading Tesla (TSLA) is about to deliver a record performance in China