Tesla is ramping up its discounts on Cybertruck as inventory for the electric pickup truck is piling up amid demand issues. The automaker had a tough time selling the Cybertruck in 2024, its first full year of production. We reported that Tesla went as far as buffing out “Foundations Series” badges on some Cybertrucks to sell them… Continue reading Tesla offers up to $6,000 Cybertruck discounts as inventory pile up
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Tesla turns to creative solutions to try to prevent charging cable thefts
Screenshot Tesla is testing a couple of creative solutions to try to prevent charging cable thefts at its Supercharging stations, which has become a serious problem for all charging station operators. There are still a lot of problems with public charging stations for electric vehicles. There are issues with the number of stations, the number… Continue reading Tesla turns to creative solutions to try to prevent charging cable thefts
Tesla Takeover: protests planned at Tesla stores globally this weekend
Tesla is being targeted by protests organized at its stores around the globe. The demonstrations planned for this Saturday appear to be a grassroots movement without a clear goal or leadership. The protestors are calling it the “Tesla Takeover”. The movement appears to have started on Bluesky, a social media platform that spun off of… Continue reading Tesla Takeover: protests planned at Tesla stores globally this weekend
Nobody wants a Cybertruck – including Tesla! Plus: Nissan news, pricey solar
On today’s downright giddy episode of Quick Charge, at least one Cybertruck owner is sick of people making fun of his ride – but Tesla won’t let him trade it in. Plus, the Associated Press reports that Tesla is suing its own customers, and Nissan is adding AI to its EVs to its record time. Bloggers… Continue reading Nobody wants a Cybertruck – including Tesla! Plus: Nissan news, pricey solar
US State Department has budget line for ‘Armored Teslas’ worth $400 million
The US State Department’s procurement forecast for the 2025 budget includes an item called “Armored Teslas” worth $400 million. But worry not; it was approved under the Biden Administration, so Elon Musk’s DOGE will undoubtedly eliminate this waste. Right? Elon Musk and his team at the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) are currently examining a… Continue reading US State Department has budget line for ‘Armored Teslas’ worth $400 million
Nissan follows BYD by bringing DeepSeek tech to its new N7 EV
Nissan is the latest to adopt DeepSeek tech for its new EV in China, the N7. The N7 will be the first joint venture brand electric car to feature DeepSeek’s R1 as the Japanese automaker fights to turn things around in the world’s largest EV market. Nissan N7 EV will challenge BYD with DeepSeek tech… Continue reading Nissan follows BYD by bringing DeepSeek tech to its new N7 EV
Tesla says not taking Cybertruck trade-ins after owner tried to return his due to ‘anti-nazi harassment’
Tesla reportedly told a Cybertruck owner that it is currently not taking Cybertruck trade-ins after an owner tried to return his truck due to what he described as “anti-nazi harassment.” We recently reported that vandals have targeted Tesla locations with anti-nazi and fascist graffiti following Elon Musk’s meddling in politics. But Tesla owners are also… Continue reading Tesla says not taking Cybertruck trade-ins after owner tried to return his due to ‘anti-nazi harassment’
Chinese car journalists are told not to be negative on Tesla as it sues customers and media
A new scathing report about Tesla just came out in China. It describes how the automaker is becoming trigger-happy, suing its own customers and the media while auto journalists are being told not to be negative about the American automaker. To this day, Tesla is the only foreign automaker with a wholly-owned car factory in… Continue reading Chinese car journalists are told not to be negative on Tesla as it sues customers and media
Honda’s Prologue EV joins the NHL for a green future
Honda extended its partnership with the NHL, but it may look a little different this time. This season, NHL fans will get a good look at the Prologue EV as part of Honda’s efforts to “make the game more environmentally responsible.” Will we also catch a glimpse of its upcoming electric SUV and Saloon? NHL… Continue reading Honda’s Prologue EV joins the NHL for a green future
In January, US EV prices held steady, incentive spending fell
Photo: Tesla US EV prices held steady in January, and incentive spending dropped 3.1% from December, according to the latest monthly new-vehicle average transaction price (ATP) report from Cox Automotive’s Kelley Blue Book. Average transaction prices for EVs in January, at $55,614, were higher by nearly 1% compared to a downwardly revised December. EV prices… Continue reading In January, US EV prices held steady, incentive spending fell