What else happened on September 8, 2022 in addition to the big reports, in a nutshell. (short news, Apple) Go to Source
Author: Golem Online News
Joint production: Mercedes-Benz and Rivian cooperate on electric vans
Mercedes-Benz and Rivian want to set “new standards” in the construction of electric vans. A joint plant in Europe is planned. (electric car, Amazon) Go to Source
Ford E-Transit Custom: A workshop van with an office on wheels
With the Custom, Ford is presenting the second electric version of its Transit. The transporter should respond to the wishes of craftsmen. (ford, automobile) Go to Source
Euro NCAP: Tesla Model Y passes safety test with flying colours
Euro NCAP has given five stars five new cars, including electric cars from China. Tesla’s Model Y performed best. (automobile, technology) Go to Source
Test drive with VW ID.Buzz: Not cheap, but beefy
The new VW ID.Buzz should combine modern electric mobility with retro charm. In one important respect, it clearly outperforms the competition. (Volkswagen ID., electric car) Go to Source
Electromobility: Porsche goes public
The VW supervisory board has approved the IPO of Porsche. The car manufacturer wants to use the proceeds to finance the development of further electric cars. (Porsche Taycan, stock exchange) Go to Source
Electromobility: Lidl and Kaufland end free charging
A charging station in the parking lot of a supermarket is an argument for visiting it with an electric car. However, the operators are increasingly demanding money for the electricity. (Lidl, electric car) Go to Source
KBA recall: processors in newer Tesla models can overheat
The Federal Motor Transport Authority has launched a recall for around 15,000 Tesla models. The problem has been known in the US for some time. (electric car, processor) Go to Source
Electric car funding: Minimum holding period for purchase bonus is doubled
It is said that every fourth newly registered Tesla is sold abroad. Therefore, the government wants to change the subsidy requirements. (electric car, Tesla) Go to Source
Cariad: VW wants to implement a standard cloud by 2025
Despite the IT problems at VW, the schedule for a platform for data exchange between cars and developers should endure. (VW, cloud computing) Go to Source