You can watch the steepest Tesla Solar Roof being built in this new project that showcases the versatility of the solar tiles. By being a roofing product that panels added on top of existing roofing products, Tesla’s solar roof tiles offer an opportunity to address new parts of the markets. It can be a solution… Continue reading Watch the steepest Tesla Solar Roof being built
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Tesla unveils new Giga Laboratory concept
Tesla has unveiled a new retail concept called ‘Giga Laboratory’, which appears to be a showcase of its manufacturing capacity. While Tesla announced a move to online sales and moved back from physical retail back in 2019, the automaker has, in practice, continued to rely heavily on retail locations as part of its marketing effort.… Continue reading Tesla unveils new Giga Laboratory concept
Tesla snaps up new location in Fremont to expand 4680 battery cell production, report says
Tesla has secured a new location in Fremont, California, to expand its 4680 battery cell production, according to a new report. When Tesla unveiled its own new cell format, the 4680 battery cell, it ventured into manufacturing its own battery cells for the first time. Prior to that point, Tesla had always bought battery cells… Continue reading Tesla snaps up new location in Fremont to expand 4680 battery cell production, report says
Fisker to sell and possibly build Ocean EVs in China, expects first deliveries in early 2024
Fisker Inc. announced that it will soon begin selling (and possibly producing) its flagship Ocean SUV in China. Executives from the American automaker recently visited Shanghai and discussed collaboration opportunities in the country, which has enabled plans for a delivery center opening this year followed by first Ocean deliveries in 2024. Fisker Inc. is slowly… Continue reading Fisker to sell and possibly build Ocean EVs in China, expects first deliveries in early 2024
White House throws some cold water on Tesla’s NACS victory
The White House decided to rain on Tesla’s victory parade for its connector, NACS, becoming the charging standard in North America. The government still wants some CCS connectors to be included in order to get funding. After Ford and GM both announced that they plan to adopt NACS as the new connector in their future… Continue reading White House throws some cold water on Tesla’s NACS victory
Tesla driver hits a dog, claims they were on Full Self-Driving Beta
A Tesla driver hit and killed a dog. They claimed they were driving using Full Self-Driving (FSD) Beta. Full Self-Driving (FSD) Beta is a driver-assist system that takes over all the tasks related to driving a vehicle, but Tesla requires that drivers keep their hands on the steering wheel and pay attention at all times.… Continue reading Tesla driver hits a dog, claims they were on Full Self-Driving Beta
Tesla’s NACS enjoys domino effect as EV charging companies adopt the standard
Tesla’s connector, now known as the North American Charging Standards (NACS), is truly living up to its name as the GM announcement gets the domino effect going with EV charging station companies now adopting the standard. When GM CEO Mary Barra and Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced their cooperation for General Motors to integrate NACS… Continue reading Tesla’s NACS enjoys domino effect as EV charging companies adopt the standard
Toyota reveals plans for a new US battery lab to fuel EV rollout
The Japanese automaker is accelerating its pace toward EVs. Toyota Motor North America announced plans to invest $50 million to build a new US battery lab on Thursday to support the company’s electric vehicle strategy. After falling behind early in the race to bring electric vehicles to market, Toyota has made a series of announcements… Continue reading Toyota reveals plans for a new US battery lab to fuel EV rollout
GM not planning to open or close any plants amid electric vehicle shift
General Motors (GM) believes it has the manufacturing capacity within its existing network as the transition to EVs heats up. The automaker does not plan to close or open new plants as it looks to maximize efficiency within its current footprint. GM’s top manufacturing executive, Gerald Johnson, told Automotive News in a recent interview the… Continue reading GM not planning to open or close any plants amid electric vehicle shift
GM announces it will also adopt Tesla’s NACS connector
Following the news that Ford will adopt Tesla’s connector, now known as the North American Charging Standard (NACS), GM is also confirming that it will adopt the charging standard. This is likely the next step in a domino effect that should solidify NACS as the new charging standard for electric cars in North America. When… Continue reading GM announces it will also adopt Tesla’s NACS connector