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I switched to a solid-state portable battery for a week – now lithium-ion feels outdated

BMX SolidSafe 5K power bank ZDNET’s key takeaways This is a 5,000mAh wireless power bank powered by a solid-state cells Solid-state cells are far less likely to catch on fire than lithium-ion batteries At $80, this is a very expensive unit, so it is focused on those who value safety. Follow ZDNET: Add us as a… Continue reading I switched to a solid-state portable battery for a week – now lithium-ion feels outdated

Toyota’s most affordable electric SUV is arriving soon

Toyota is gearing up to launch the new 2026 C-HR any day now. The electric SUV will deliver nearly 300 miles of range, a built-in NACS charging port, and it’s expected to start at under $35,000. Not only is it arriving as Toyota’s cheapest electric SUV, but it will also be among the most affordable… Continue reading Toyota’s most affordable electric SUV is arriving soon

Is Tesla ending FSD direct sales to avoid CA’s false advertising ban?

Tesla abruptly announced this week that it would no longer sell its Full Self-Driving software package through an upfront, one-time fee, and instead would move to a subscription only model, starting on February 14th. That just so happens to be the same day that a court ruling goes into effect that could stop Tesla from… Continue reading Is Tesla ending FSD direct sales to avoid CA’s false advertising ban?

Hyundai’s Boston Dynamics scoops up Tesla’s former Optimus head Milan Kovac

Hyundai’s Boston Dynamics has hired Milan Kovac, Tesla’s former senior vice president and head of the Optimus humanoid robot program, as a group adviser and outside director. The move is a major blow to Tesla’s humanoid robot ambitions and a significant coup for Hyundai, which is clearly serious about dominating the nascent humanoid robot market.… Continue reading Hyundai’s Boston Dynamics scoops up Tesla’s former Optimus head Milan Kovac

US dealers back legislation to prevent surge in theft of catalytic converters

  The National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) in the US is strongly supporting legislation to help prevent the surge in theft of calalytic converters nationwide. It said it strongly supports the Preventing Auto Recycling Thefts Act , which was reintroduced in the US House of Representatives yesterday. “Catalytic converter theft is a significant national issue… Continue reading US dealers back legislation to prevent surge in theft of catalytic converters

German FAZ: Protest against development of farmland 010452

The city of Rüsselsheim would like to make its contribution to alleviating the housing shortage in the Rhine-Main region. This is not entirely selfless, as more residents also bring more money into the cash-strapped city coffers. In addition to the development of the old Opel factory, the approximately 65 hectare new development area “Eselswiese” in… Continue reading German FAZ: Protest against development of farmland 010452

German FAZ: Journey to heaven 010451

In the contemporary automotive calendar, model changes often only mark subtle shifts. Some things are becoming edgier, others are becoming more digital, and many things are becoming more efficient. It’s similar with the Opel with probably the most heavenly name, Astra. He’s starting this year with new resolutions. After a year in which the brand… Continue reading German FAZ: Journey to heaven 010451

German Manager Magazine: Daimler Truck: Sales decline at commercial vehicle manufacturer – North America is weakening004652

The weakness of the market in North America in particular has led to a sharp decline in sales for the commercial vehicle manufacturer Daimler trucks taken care of. The DAX group sold 422,510 trucks and buses last year, as the company from Leinfelden-Echterdingen near Stuttgart announced on Friday. Compared to the previous year, this corresponds… Continue reading German Manager Magazine: Daimler Truck: Sales decline at commercial vehicle manufacturer – North America is weakening004652

EVgo to install thousands of EV fast charging stalls at Kroger stores

EV charging provider EVgo has committed to a massive deployment of EV charging sites at Kroger Family of Stores locations across the US. The company plans to build at least 150 fast charging stalls per year through 2035 at the company’s sites, which operate under various brands, including Kroger Foods, Fred Meyer, Fry’s Food Stores,… Continue reading EVgo to install thousands of EV fast charging stalls at Kroger stores