Clean Technica: The Transition To Electric Vehicles Is Plagued By Software Issues003169

Sign up for daily news updates from CleanTechnica on email. Or follow us on Google News! My brother and his wife took the plunge and bought a non-Detroit Three vehicle this year: a Volvo XC60. They were so excited, until the car turned itself off at a stop light. The screen went blank, cars around… Continue reading Clean Technica: The Transition To Electric Vehicles Is Plagued By Software Issues003169

Cleantechnica: My Top EV Charging Stories For 2023003168

Sign up for daily news updates from CleanTechnica on email. Or follow us on Google News! 2023 was an exciting year for EV charging. In some ways, the stories of 2023 were a continuation of trends from 2022 and before, but in other ways, the whole charging landscape has changed. Let’s take a look back… Continue reading Cleantechnica: My Top EV Charging Stories For 2023003168

The overlooked tech that kept cities moving in 2023

Over here at TechCrunch, our time is often spent finding and reporting on the next new new thing in mobility, from autonomous drones and electric air taxis to self-driving trucks and even batteries made of paper. While this tech, in theory, may someday help people and goods move from point A to B, much of… Continue reading The overlooked tech that kept cities moving in 2023

Facing roadblocks, China’s robotaxi darlings apply the brakes

A few years ago, robotaxis were the darlings of venture capitalists in China. A cadre of audacious startups, including Deeproute.ai, WeRide.ai, Pony.ai and Momenta reeled in hundreds of millions of dollars to fuel their costly ambitions. With pockets overflowing, they spent generously on building self-driving vehicle fleets. Their geeky executives, swapping T-shirts for sharp suits,… Continue reading Facing roadblocks, China’s robotaxi darlings apply the brakes

Fisker (FSR) stock bounces after EV deliveries climb 300% in Q4

Fisker’s’ (FSR) stock is soaring after announcing EV deliveries climbed over 300% from last quarter. The EV maker plans to accelerate its pace after delivering around 4,700 Fisker Oceans in 2023. Fisker stock on the rise following EV deliveries update In its December business update, Fisker announced it had built 10,142 Ocean electric SUVs this… Continue reading Fisker (FSR) stock bounces after EV deliveries climb 300% in Q4

Toyota, Nissan, 10 others join forces to form a new research group powerhouse for software

Japanese industry leaders, including Toyota, Nissan, Honda, Subaru, Panasonic, and seven others, are teaming up to develop advanced vehicle software. Toyota, Japan industry leaders form SoC research group Earlier this month, twelve companies, including auto, electrical component, and semiconductor makers, created the “Advanced SoC Research for Automotive” (ASRA). ASRA was established to research and develop… Continue reading Toyota, Nissan, 10 others join forces to form a new research group powerhouse for software

Tesla Cybertruck just had its first real world crash

A Tesla Cybertruck had a real-world crash for the first time as people try to determine the level of safety of the electric pickup truck. With its (sort of) exoskeleton, stainless steel body exterior, and novel shape, people in the industry have been trying to understand how those features are going to affect the Cybertruck’s… Continue reading Tesla Cybertruck just had its first real world crash

Tesla leaks Powershare Mobile Connector

Tesla has leaked its ‘Powershare Mobile Connector’ through its user manual, but it’s so far unclear how it’s different from Tesla’s regular mobile connector. With the launch of Cybertruck, Tesla announced its new Powershare bidirectional charging system. The new feature will enable Tesla vehicles, starting with Cybertruck, to share power with other vehicles, your home,… Continue reading Tesla leaks Powershare Mobile Connector