Tesla has applied to add a motion sensor inside its vehicles that would help detect if a child is left behind in a hot car. Back in 2018, Tesla launched a new ‘Enhanced Anti-theft’ sensor as aftermarket product that included a motion sensor for Model S and Model X. But the goal of that device… Continue reading Tesla applies to add short-range interactive motion-sensing device inside cars
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Electrified classic car firm Lunaz reveals two Rolls-Royce EVs
Classic car electrification firm Lunaz has revealed two new models for its burgeoning line-up of converted historics: zero-emissions versions of the 1961 Rolls-Royce Phantom V and Silver Cloud. Just 30 build slots will be made available in a selection of bodystyles that include four-door limousine, two-door coupé and drop-head coupé. Prices for a Silver Cloud begin at… Continue reading Electrified classic car firm Lunaz reveals two Rolls-Royce EVs
Chinese Tesla rival Nio wants to lower the price of owning an EV by selling cars and leasing their batteries
On Thursday, Chinese electric vehicle maker Nio announced plans for a “battery as a service” option with its cars. The company will let buyers lease their batteries for about $150 per month, lowering the purchase price of the car. Customers will have access to battery-swap locations and chargers throughout China, Nio said. Visit Business Insider’s… Continue reading Chinese Tesla rival Nio wants to lower the price of owning an EV by selling cars and leasing their batteries
Judge grants Uber and Lyft temporary stay in driver reclassification case
A California appeals court judge has granted Uber and Lyft’s emergency stay. This means the preliminary injunction that sought to force companies to reclassify their drivers as employees will not go into effect this Friday. The court is now reviewing Uber and Lyft’s appeal to overturn the trial court’s ruling. Oral arguments in the case… Continue reading Judge grants Uber and Lyft temporary stay in driver reclassification case
Lucid electric SUV prototype spotted testing in California
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Chinese electric car brand NIO may export a battery-swapping service
Beijing – Chinese electric car brand NIO plans to start expanding to Western markets next year and might export a battery-swapping service that could help it compete with rival Tesla, the company’s chairman said Thursday. NIO, founded in 2014, pushed back foreign plans due to the coronavirus pandemic, William Li told reporters. He said the company… Continue reading Chinese electric car brand NIO may export a battery-swapping service
VW kicks off production of its all-electric SUV, the ID. 4
Volkswagen has started series production of the ID. 4, an all-electric SUV and the first under the automaker’s new ID label to be headed to the United States. Series production of the ID.4 kicked off Thursday at the company’s Zwickau factory in Germany ahead of the vehicle’s world premiere that is scheduled for September. The… Continue reading VW kicks off production of its all-electric SUV, the ID. 4
Subhash Desai: ‘We are very keen to set up an electric vehicle manufacturing hub in Maharashtra.’
Even as the coronavirus pandemic continues, economic and industrial activities are gradually coming back on track. States are also strengthening their pitch to attract investments and grow their economies. Subhash Desai, Industries Minister, Maharashtra Government, speaks candidly about the state government’s latest initiatives to attract investments, sustaining interest from the automotive sector, creating an EV… Continue reading Subhash Desai: ‘We are very keen to set up an electric vehicle manufacturing hub in Maharashtra.’
Auto retailer Lookers warns of H1 loss, expands probe on 2019 accounts
Lookers said the new scope of the audit means “further work” on its corporate leasing division, vehicle financing arrangements and balance sheets of 2018 and before to ensure correct identification and allocation of adjustments. Auto retailer Lookers warned on Thursday that weak demand and margin pressures will push it to a “material” pre-tax loss for… Continue reading Auto retailer Lookers warns of H1 loss, expands probe on 2019 accounts
Volta Zero electric freight truck launch on September 3
The Volta Zero is the world’s first purpose-built full-electric 16-tonne vehicle designed for inner-city freight deliveries Volta Trucks has confirmed that the full-electric Volta Zero will be revealed at an online launch event on Thursday, 3 September 2020. As the first purpose-built full electric large commercial vehicle designed specifically for inner city freight and parcel… Continue reading Volta Zero electric freight truck launch on September 3