On today’s electrifying episode of Quick Charge, we talk about Tesla full self driving and why it hasn’t made its way to HW3 vehicles, Cybertruck wraps are going away, and why it might be a great month to buy a new Chevy EV. We also ask why Tesla is stepping back Cybertruck wraps, talk up Chevy’s… Continue reading No wraps for Cybertruck, Chevy EV deals, and recycled solar takes off
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GM may buy Chinese EV batteries, but they will be made in the US
A GM electric car with Chinese EV batteries on US streets? That could soon be a possibility. GM is in talks to buy batteries from China’s CATL to be assembled at a new US plant. According to sources close to the matter, the deal would resemble CATL’s partnership with Ford and Tesla. The deal would… Continue reading GM may buy Chinese EV batteries, but they will be made in the US
GM and Hyundai to ‘immediately’ explore partnerships in EV development and supply chains
General Motors (GM) and Hyundai Motor Group announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding to explore potential partnerships across a myriad of automotive tech segments, including joint EV and powertrain development, manufacturing, and supply chain sourcing. One of the world’s most prominent American automakers has announced a potential landmark partnership with one of the… Continue reading GM and Hyundai to ‘immediately’ explore partnerships in EV development and supply chains
GM and EVgo to deploy hundreds of 350kW fast chargers at new flagship stations across the US
Longtime collaborators General Motors (GM) and EVgo are expanding upon their existing relationship to bring flagship EV charging stations to major metropolitan areas around the United States. The new stations will be home to 400 fast-charging stalls, some of which will deliver charge rates as high as 350kW. As GM ($GM) continues to expand its… Continue reading GM and EVgo to deploy hundreds of 350kW fast chargers at new flagship stations across the US
Tesla’s Full Self-Driving v12.5 rollout on HW3 failed, what happens next?
Tesla’s rollout of Full Self-Driving v12.5 has failed so far, and owners want to know what happens next? In 2016, Elon Musk announced that all future Tesla vehicles would come equipped with the necessary hardware for self-driving capabilities, even specifying “level 5 self-driving,” which implies the ability to operate autonomously under any conditions. However, shortly… Continue reading Tesla’s Full Self-Driving v12.5 rollout on HW3 failed, what happens next?
Tesla appears to be winding down its Cybertruck wrapping business
Tesla appears to be winding down its Cybertruck wrapping business with fewer options and availability. The Cybertruck only comes in its natural stainless steel finish, but right before launching the electric pickup truck, Tesla launched its own wraping business at select service centers. Starting with Model 3 and Model Y, but the timing was perfect… Continue reading Tesla appears to be winding down its Cybertruck wrapping business
Debate aftermath, Tesla patents, Kia’s $30K EV3, and James Carter stops by
On today’s episode of Quick Charge, more than 78% of Trump voters support Biden’s IRA policies, we talk up Kia’s affordable EV3 electric car, share our favorite Trump-Harris debate memes, and industry analyst (and satirist) James Carter stops by to talk about the role of satire in the future of mobility. We also talk about Tesla’s… Continue reading Debate aftermath, Tesla patents, Kia’s $30K EV3, and James Carter stops by
Chevy Equinox EV cleared to launch in Korea as GM takes on Hyundai’s home market
GM’s new electric SUV has been officially certified to launch in Korea. The Chevy Equinox EV will fight for a position against Hyundai’s IONIQ 5 on its home turf. Chevy Equinox EV to challenge Hyundai IONIQ 5 in Korea Earlier this year, GM revealed plans to launch four new vehicles to boost its presence in… Continue reading Chevy Equinox EV cleared to launch in Korea as GM takes on Hyundai’s home market
Tesla reveals its modular ‘unboxed’ EV manufacturing process in a patent
Tesla has revealed its modular ‘unboxed’ EV manufacturing process that will be used in its upcoming Robotaxi in a new patent application. At Tesla’s 2023 Investor Day, the automaker unveiled a new car manufacturing system, which CEO Elon Musk claimed would be faster, more efficient, and enable the production of cheaper electric vehicles. Tesla is calling… Continue reading Tesla reveals its modular ‘unboxed’ EV manufacturing process in a patent
Honda preps for new Acura EV at Ohio hub, but gas and hybrid cars will stick around
Honda is preparing to build its first electric model at its retooled EV hub in Ohio. A new Acura will be the first EV will be built at the hub in late 2025. Meanwhile, Honda said the EV hub will not be exclusive to electric cars with plans to build gas and hybrid models on… Continue reading Honda preps for new Acura EV at Ohio hub, but gas and hybrid cars will stick around