Waymo founder and former CEO John Krafcik is a critic of Tesla’s approach to self-driving, and he has so far accurately predicted the rollout of the “Robotaxi” service. He is now taking another dig at Tesla. Krafcik is a highly respected leader in the auto industry. He began his career as a mechanical engineer at… Continue reading Waymo founder: Please let me know when Tesla launches a robotaxi — I’m still waiting”
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Tesla’s new longer ‘Model YL’ with 6 seats spotted ahead of launch
Tesla is teasing its new longer ‘Model Y L’ with six seats as “coming soon,” just as it has been spotted for the first time. For the last few months, we have known that Tesla is preparing to launch a new variant of the Model Y with 6 seats. Before the Model Y refresh earlier… Continue reading Tesla’s new longer ‘Model YL’ with 6 seats spotted ahead of launch
Not enough: Corvette concept falls 1,000 hp short of Chinese hypercar hype [video]
The Corvette CX making its debut at this weekend’s The Quail, a Motorsports Gathering, generates more than 2,000 combined hp from its four, individually controlled and torque-vectoring electric motors. It’s staggering power, draped in beautiful bodywork, at a point in time when Corvette is rapidly climbing through the supercar ranks. There’s only one problem with… Continue reading Not enough: Corvette concept falls 1,000 hp short of Chinese hypercar hype [video]
Tesla raises Model S/X prices, but bundles ‘Full Self-Driving’ and brings back free Supercharging
Tesla has raised Model S and Model X prices by $10,000, but it decided to include its ‘Full Self-Driving’ package, free Supercharging for life, ‘Premium Connectivity’, and a new ‘Premium Service’ for 4 years. For the last few years, Model S and Model X have been in a free fall, and the latest mild update… Continue reading Tesla raises Model S/X prices, but bundles ‘Full Self-Driving’ and brings back free Supercharging
Used Honda Prologue EVs are selling faster than expected
The Honda Prologue is a surprise hit. It was the second-best-selling electric SUV behind the Tesla Model Y in the second half of 2024. Now, used models are in high demand. Honda Prologue leads used EV sales growth in July After it delivered the first customer models last March, the Honda Prologue quickly became one… Continue reading Used Honda Prologue EVs are selling faster than expected
Tesla, Rivian, and others see billions in revenue disappear as US officially end emission credits
(Source: Tesla) Tesla, Rivian, and other EV automakers in the US are seeing billions of dollars in revenue disappear as the US is officially ending the emission credit market. As we previously reported, Trump’s recently passed ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ is expected to have numerous impacts on the EV sector in the US. The main one… Continue reading Tesla, Rivian, and others see billions in revenue disappear as US officially end emission credits
Elon Musk says Tesla (TSLA) shorts are going to be ‘obliterated’, but there’s a big if
Elon Musk claims that Tesla (TSLA) shorts, people betting against the company’s stock, are going to be ‘obliterated, ‘ but there’s a big if to his prediction. ‘Shorts’ is a term used to refer to people betting against the stock of a company. They have long played a significant role in Tesla’s history on the… Continue reading Elon Musk says Tesla (TSLA) shorts are going to be ‘obliterated’, but there’s a big if
Nissan cuts Ariya EV prices by over $8,000 with a new entry-level model
The Nissan Ariya just got a lot cheaper. Nissan lowered Ariya prices by over $8,000, thanks to a new base model and federal grants. Nissan slashes Ariya prices with new base model Nissan claims “this is just the beginning” with its new lineup of electric vehicles, including the next-gen LEAF, set to launch soon. Although… Continue reading Nissan cuts Ariya EV prices by over $8,000 with a new entry-level model
Tesla lawsuits pile up as EVs enjoy their 2nd best US month EVER!
The floodgates are open following a landmark $243 million ruling against Tesla in a wrongful death suit in Florida, and now that same lawyer is thirsty for more. He’s not alone, either, and America’s leading EV brand seems to be dodging court issues in California and even from its own shareholders! We’ve got all this… Continue reading Tesla lawsuits pile up as EVs enjoy their 2nd best US month EVER!
McKinstry powers up its fleet with 100 Chevy Silverado EV work trucks [video]
McKinstry has reached a major milestone on its way to becoming an emissions-free operation with the deployment of its 100th all-electric Chevy Silverado work truck. What’s more: the company is proving these upfit electric pickups are ready to work, today. Calling itself, “the partner you need to innovate the waste and climate harm out of… Continue reading McKinstry powers up its fleet with 100 Chevy Silverado EV work trucks [video]