Production headaches on three continents. Intensifying competition. A plunging share price. And a distracted chief executive seemingly bent on alienating some of the company’s most loyal customers. A growing list of problems at Tesla, the world’s most valuable car company, is puncturing its mystique as the segment’s technology leader, leading analysts and investors to question… Continue reading Elon Musk’s Distraction Is Just One of Tesla’s Problems
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I drove hundreds of miles ‘hands-free’ in GM, Ford and Tesla cars – here’s how it went
The 2023 Lincoln Corsair will offer the company’s next-generation ActiveGlide hands-free advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) for highway driving including lane-changing, in-lane positioning and predictive speed assist. Lincoln DETROIT – Letting go is hard. Even if major automakers want to make it easier. Car companies are rapidly expanding technologies that can control the acceleration, braking… Continue reading I drove hundreds of miles ‘hands-free’ in GM, Ford and Tesla cars – here’s how it went
Elon Musk tries to explain why Tesla shares are tanking
watch now Shares in electric vehicle maker Tesla sank to a new 52-week low on Tuesday, closing around $138 per share, or 8% lower for the day in an otherwise mixed day for stocks. CEO Elon Musk tried to blame the sinking price partly on macroeconomic factors. related investing news Long-time Tesla bull Ross Gerber… Continue reading Elon Musk tries to explain why Tesla shares are tanking
Car Radio, Podcast 97, Pts 1/2: : Krenz/Mustang Dark Horse, Munro/EV intel, Brooke/Vehicle of Year-2023 lookahead, Tracy/Maverick Tremor, Mica/EV trucks
Car Radio Noon-2 PM, December 10, 2022Co-host: special guest Lindsay Brooke, SAE Publications Editor, noon-1 PM) Interview Schedule 00 min: Payne intro 02-15 min: Lindsay Brooke, talking 2022 Detroit News Vehicle of the Year finalists: Ford Maverick Tremor, Mazda CX-50, Toyota GR Corolla 15-20: Ad Break 20-30: Interview with Sandy Munro, Tesla owner, on his… Continue reading Car Radio, Podcast 97, Pts 1/2: : Krenz/Mustang Dark Horse, Munro/EV intel, Brooke/Vehicle of Year-2023 lookahead, Tracy/Maverick Tremor, Mica/EV trucks
Tesla investor questions Musk’s managerial chops over Twitter
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Rule delay makes big EV tax credit possible early next year
Washington – People who want to buy an electric vehicle could get a bigger-than-expected tax credit come Jan. 1 because of a delay by the Treasury Department in drawing up rules for the tax breaks. The department said late Monday it won’t finish the rules that govern where battery minerals and parts have to be… Continue reading Rule delay makes big EV tax credit possible early next year
Stellantis rescinds decision to cut shift at Chrysler Pacifica plant
The maker of the Chrysler Pacifica on Wednesday said its Windsor Assembly Plant in Ontario that makes the minivan will continue to operate on two shifts after the company had planned to cut the second shift next summer. Stellantis NV more than a year ago said it was cutting the 1,800-person shift because of supply… Continue reading Stellantis rescinds decision to cut shift at Chrysler Pacifica plant
Porsche begins synthetic fuel production in Chile
Porsche has begun pilot production of synthetic fuels in Chile, with an initial target of roughly 28,500 gallons (130,000 litres) annually. Use of the fuel – described as nearly CO2-neutral and compatible with unmodified combustion engines – will initially be limited to Porsche’s Experience Centres and Mobil 1 Supercup race cars. Annual production is planned to… Continue reading Porsche begins synthetic fuel production in Chile
New 2023 Dacia Jogger Hybrid on sale from January
The Dacia Jogger Hybrid is about to go on sale as the Romanian firm’s first electrified UK model – and it’s likely to be the cheapest hybrid MPV on the market. Due to open for orders in January before cars arrive in March, it will be powered by the same electrically assisted 1.6-litre petrol engine used by the Renault… Continue reading New 2023 Dacia Jogger Hybrid on sale from January
Bugatti Chiron Profilee is one-off, less extreme Pur Sport
A one-off Bugatti Chiron, created as a less radical interpretation of the extreme Pur Sport and equipped with a fixed rear wing, will be auctioned off to raise money for charity. Called the Chiron Profilée, it will be one of the final cars to house the French brand’s iconic W16 engine. The recently revealed Bugatti Mistral roadster… Continue reading Bugatti Chiron Profilee is one-off, less extreme Pur Sport