Tesla announced that it is starting to open its Supercharger network to non-Tesla electric cars in China. It’s another step toward making the Supercharger network a fully-opened global charging network. The automaker first started to open Supercharger stations to non-Tesla electric vehicles in Europe in 2021. In Europe, it is fairly easy for Tesla to… Continue reading Tesla starts to open Supercharger network to non-Tesla electric cars in China
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Tesla gives update on battery degradation: only 12% after 200,000 miles
Tesla has released a rare update on the battery degradation in its electric cars. The automaker claims its batteries only lose about 12% of capacity after 200,000 miles. Battery degradation, which represents the loss in capacity and range over time with increasing mileage, is one of the biggest concerns of new electric vehicle buyers. It’s… Continue reading Tesla gives update on battery degradation: only 12% after 200,000 miles
Volkswagen Group delivered 42% more BEVs in Q1 2023 – here’s how it breaks down
Volkswagen ID.4 Source: VW Volkswagen Group’s battery electric vehicle deliveries saw a large increase of 42% year-over-year in Q1 2023. In Q1 2023, Volkswagen Group handed over 141,000 battery electric vehicles to customers globally – an increase from 99,200 in Q1 2022. BEVs made up 6.9% of VW’s total deliveries Q1 2023, compared with 5.2% in… Continue reading Volkswagen Group delivered 42% more BEVs in Q1 2023 – here’s how it breaks down
Tesla brings back regenerative braking options on its electric cars
Tesla is releasing a new software update that brings back regenerative braking options for its electric cars. Tesla previously allowed drivers to adjust the strength of the regenerative braking, which is one of the coolest features of electric vehicles. Instead of using a traditional braking system, an EV’s electric motor can reverse power to slow… Continue reading Tesla brings back regenerative braking options on its electric cars
Elon Musk seems a lot less sure about how Tesla could benefit from Twitter/X super app
Elon Musk seems a lot less sure about how Tesla could benefit from Twitter or the new X company the social media platform is now operating under – something he promised would happen to Tesla shareholders last year. Financially speaking, Tesla shareholders are those who suffered the most from Elon Musk’s Twitter acquisition. The CEO… Continue reading Elon Musk seems a lot less sure about how Tesla could benefit from Twitter/X super app
Tesla is rumored to be importing its new cheap Model Y variant in Canada from China
A new report states that Tesla is supposedly about to be importing its new cheap Model Y variant introduced in Canada last week from China. When first announcing plans to build cars in China, CEO Elon Musk clearly stated that it would only be to satisfy local demand and that Tesla wouldn’t export vehicles from… Continue reading Tesla is rumored to be importing its new cheap Model Y variant in Canada from China
Tesla tries to get owners to give up ‘unlimited free Supercharging for life’
Tesla is trying again to get owners of older Model S and Model X with “unlimited free Supercharging for life” to give up the perk with a new offer. For the first few years of selling Model S and Model X, Tesla was offering free Supercharging for the vehicle’s life. It was a really enticing… Continue reading Tesla tries to get owners to give up ‘unlimited free Supercharging for life’
Toyota CEO admits it will need to act urgently to keep up in the Chinese EV market
After revealing a slew of new fully electric vehicles aimed at reconnecting with its customer base in China, Toyota’s recently appointed CEO, Koji Sato, says more needs to be done to keep up with the competition. Anyone following the rise of electric vehicles over the past several years knows Toyota has arguably been the biggest… Continue reading Toyota CEO admits it will need to act urgently to keep up in the Chinese EV market
Audi A8 EV will be the brand’s most powerful model with leading range and digital interior
Audi is set to release its next-gen A8 model next year, which will reportedly be the brand’s most powerful EV and vehicle overall. The Audi A8 EV will be key in the luxury brand’s transition to an all-electric future, with unparalleled range and a keen focus on performance. What to expect from the Audi A8… Continue reading Audi A8 EV will be the brand’s most powerful model with leading range and digital interior
Tesla launches new Model Y RWD in Canada to get access to up to $12,000 in incentives
Tesla has launched a new Model Y RWD in Canada starting at $59,990 CAD. The new lower price gives access to up to $12,000 in incentives. It looks like Tesla is all about launching new versions of the Model Y for specific markets this week. After launching the Model Y Standard Range AWD for businesses… Continue reading Tesla launches new Model Y RWD in Canada to get access to up to $12,000 in incentives