GM has released a first official teaser for its upcoming Chevy Silverado electric pickup. The automaker is showing the electric pickup’s 4-wheel steering and turn radius. The GMC Hummer EV is going to be GM’s first all-electric pickup truck. However, when it was announced as a $80,000 “supertruck,” it was clear that it wouldn’t really… Continue reading GM teases Chevy Silverado electric pickup with 4-wheel steering
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First look at Tesla’s new vision-based Autopark feature
Tesla has started updating its Autopark feature with its new Tesla Vision computer vision system, which now powers Autopilot and its Full Self-Driving Beta. Like many other premium (and even non-premium) vehicles, Tesla vehicles have been equipped with an autonomous parking feature called ‘Autopark’. Tesla’s Autopark has been relying on ultrasonic sensors around the vehicles.… Continue reading First look at Tesla’s new vision-based Autopark feature
Audi’s new Skysphere concept is two cars in one
Audi invited us out to LA for a first look at their new Skysphere concept, which they will be showing at Pebble Beach this week. The car, while only a concept so far, gives us a glimpse into the future of Audi design and engineering, and we’re seriously here for it. When we first heard… Continue reading Audi’s new Skysphere concept is two cars in one
GM to start taking reservations for Cadillac Lyriq electric SUV on Sept. 18 starting at $58,795
GM has confirmed that it will start taking reservations for its upcoming Cadillac Lyriq electric SUV on September 18. The vehicle will start at $58,795. With a lot of demand for compelling new electric vehicles, many automakers have turned to a reservation model when launching a new EV. It helps create a backlog of orders… Continue reading GM to start taking reservations for Cadillac Lyriq electric SUV on Sept. 18 starting at $58,795
Tesla finally confirms Cybertruck electric pickup is delayed to 2022
Tesla has now finally confirmed that the Cybertruck electric pickup truck is delayed to 2022 after months of hinting at the possible delay in reaching production. When Tesla unveiled the Cybertruck back in 2019, Tesla said that the electric pickup truck would make it to market by the end of 2021. Over the last year,… Continue reading Tesla finally confirms Cybertruck electric pickup is delayed to 2022
Honda launches low-cost U-GO electric scooter
Honda may have dragged its feet for years when it came to electric two-wheelers, but the company has now released a number of new and interesting designs. The latest is the ultra-affordable Honda U-GO electric scooter. Honda launched the U-GO through its Chinese arm Wuyang-Honda as a follow-up to its other low-cost Chinese electric scooters… Continue reading Honda launches low-cost U-GO electric scooter
Ford, GM, and Stellantis announce joint 40-50% EV sale goal in 2030 – who is going to buy other 50%?
Ford, GM, and Stellantis, also known as the Detroit Big Three, announced today a joint goal for electric vehicles to achieve 40% to 50% of their sales in the US by 2030. Who is going to buy the other 50% of their cars? Over the last year, Ford, GM, and Stellantis (mainly Chrysler, Dodge, Ram,… Continue reading Ford, GM, and Stellantis announce joint 40-50% EV sale goal in 2030 – who is going to buy other 50%?
Tesla agrees to pay owners $625 each over battery throttling after class-action lawsuit
Tesla has agreed to settle a class-action lawsuit over throttling battery capacity. The court hasn’t approved the settlement, but it is expected to be and will include a payment of $625 to each affected Tesla owner. Back in 2019, Electrek reported on several reports from Tesla owners about seeing significant drops in range from 12 to 30… Continue reading Tesla agrees to pay owners $625 each over battery throttling after class-action lawsuit
Tesla (TSLA) launches major shift in retail strategy: cheaper locations, remote working, and more
Tesla (TSLA) is currently implementing a major shift in its retail strategy, according to sources familiar with the matter. The automaker will move away from showrooms in fancy malls, and instead it will focus on cheaper locations, remote managing of test drive fleet, and delivery centers. Tesla’s confusing retail strategies Since Tesla doesn’t use the… Continue reading Tesla (TSLA) launches major shift in retail strategy: cheaper locations, remote working, and more
Elon Musk confirms Tesla will not offer a regular steering wheel on new Model S/X
Elon Musk has confirmed that Tesla will not offer a regular steering wheel option on new Model S and Model X vehicles. When Tesla unveiled the new Model S with the “yoke” butterfly steering wheel, it was controversial. Some were worried about the actual shape of the wheel being problematic and others about the lack… Continue reading Elon Musk confirms Tesla will not offer a regular steering wheel on new Model S/X