The arena is all set up, the audience is excited, and the Tesla Model S starts its short run — hits a boulder, rolls over — a few seconds go by and flames start to erupt from the vehicle’s floor, where the battery pack is installed. Applause. Firefighters arrive at the scene — cut! But… Continue reading Clean Technica: Insurance Company Fakes Battery Fire On Tesla Model S To Highlight That EVs Can Catch Fire (Video)002246
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Fresh battle lines emerge in China’s shifting new energy vehicles market
As China winds down the generous consumer subsidies which helped its market for new-energy vehicles surpass that of any other country, the landscape is shifting. While the largest players — Tesla and homegrown giant BYD — look set to hold onto their leading position, for now, the second tier of companies is facing increasing challenges.… Continue reading Fresh battle lines emerge in China’s shifting new energy vehicles market
Drivers sue Tesla for alleged false advertising of Autopilot and FSD software
Another day, another lawsuit against Tesla and its advanced driver assistance systems. A lawsuit was filed Wednesday in the California Northern District Court alleging that Tesla’s ADAS systems cause vehicles to run red lights, miss turns and veer into traffic, all the while costing Tesla owners thousands of dollars. Tesla vehicles come standard with an… Continue reading Drivers sue Tesla for alleged false advertising of Autopilot and FSD software
Tesla (TSLA) loses infamous ‘most shorted stock’ title to Apple (AAPL)
Tesla (TSLA) has officially lost its infamous “most shorted stock” title as the short position on Apple’s stock (AAPL) rises above Tesla’s. CEO Elon Musk has often warned people not to bet against Tesla on the stock market. He went as far as predicting a “next level short burn of the century,” and it sort… Continue reading Tesla (TSLA) loses infamous ‘most shorted stock’ title to Apple (AAPL)
Tesla weighs bringing ‘Tesla Center’ strategy to China and closing retail stores
Tesla is reportedly considering bringing its “Tesla Center” strategy to China and closing some retail stores in high-rent locations. Last year, Electrek exclusively reported on Tesla implementing a new retail strategy in North America that involves moving away from showrooms in fancy malls and, instead, focusing on cheaper locations, remote management of the test drive… Continue reading Tesla weighs bringing ‘Tesla Center’ strategy to China and closing retail stores
Tesla is now facing a class action lawsuit over ‘misleading’ claims about self-driving
Tesla is now facing a class action lawsuit over “allegedly misleading the public regarding its Autopilot, Enhanced Autopilot, and Full Self-Driving Capability (‘FSD’) technology.” With Tesla’s approach of selling features that it has yet to fully develop and missing several timelines relating to them, it was inevitable that the company would eventually face some legal… Continue reading Tesla is now facing a class action lawsuit over ‘misleading’ claims about self-driving
New trouble for Tesla: lawsuit over autopilot
Tesla faces another lawsuit for misleading advertising – not the only one. In California there is a bill coming up that will limit false claims about the capabilities of cars. The law aims Tesla away. Furthermore, examines the NHTSA Accidents from Tesla who are related and who DMV reviewing a possible autopilot recall. Tesla called… Continue reading New trouble for Tesla: lawsuit over autopilot
Next-gen BMW EVs to get new battery tech for 620-mile range
BMW has announced details of its next-generation lithium ion batteries for EVs, named Gen6. Due to arrive in the Neue Klasse (New Class) series of cars from 2025, the batteries adopt a cylindrical cell shape – as favoured by Tesla – rather than the flat, prismatic cell shape currently used. Thomas Albrecht, BMW’s head of Efficient Dynamics, told… Continue reading Next-gen BMW EVs to get new battery tech for 620-mile range
Ford (F) ’23 Mustang Mach-E, Lincoln to Get Driverless Feature
To rev up its electrification progress and enhance its suite of highway safety features, Ford Motor F is introducing the hands-free highway driving feature in its 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E and 2023 Lincoln Corsair SUVs. These models’ Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) will be updated with BlueCruise 1.2 and Lincoln ActiveGlide 1.2, the latest versions… Continue reading Ford (F) ’23 Mustang Mach-E, Lincoln to Get Driverless Feature
Magna (MGA) Puts Efforts in Micromobility, Commercial Vehicles
Magna International MGA recently announced its $77-million investment in Yulu Bikes, India’s largest technology-driven electrified shared mobility provider. Magna’s investment marks its entry into the rapidly-growing micromobility market. Magna will own a stake and hold a seat on the board of the India-based company. The two companies will establish a new battery-swapping entity. The new… Continue reading Magna (MGA) Puts Efforts in Micromobility, Commercial Vehicles