Tag: Tesla

Racers, mechanics, tinkerers converting classic cars to EVs

Despite derision from some purists about the converted cars resembling golf carts or remote-controlled cars, electric powertrain conversions are becoming more mainstream as battery technology advances and the world turns toward cleaner energy to combat climate change. When Kevin Erickson fires up his 1972 Plymouth Satellite, a faint hum replaces what is normally the sound… Continue reading Racers, mechanics, tinkerers converting classic cars to EVs

U.S. Treasury will delay EV battery sourcing guidance until March

The announcement means some electric vehicles that will not meet the new requirements may have a brief window of eligibility in 2023 before the battery rules take effect. By David Shepardson With a revamped $7,500 electric vehicle tax credit taking effect Jan. 1, the U.S. Treasury Department said on Monday it will delay until March… Continue reading U.S. Treasury will delay EV battery sourcing guidance until March

It Turns Out Elon Musk’s Stalking Incident Had Nothing to Do With ElonJet

Late last week, maybe-still-Twitter-CEO Elon Musk banned the Twitter account @ElonJet, which as its name suggests, was dedicated to tracking the comings and goings of Musk’s private jet. Musk’s rationale for the ban was that the account had led to a dangerous stalking incident involving Musk’s young son with Claire “Grimes” Boucher. “Last night, car carrying… Continue reading It Turns Out Elon Musk’s Stalking Incident Had Nothing to Do With ElonJet

Kia’s 576-hp EV6 GT could teach Ford and Porsche a thing or two

What is it? 2023 Kia EV6 GT. High-performance, all-wheel-drive electric wagon/SUV. How much? Base price $61,400, excluding $1,295 destination charge. Why should you consider it? Value, performance, fast-charging electric system. What could be better? Puny 206-mile range. At this price, seats should have more adjustments, memory. When can you buy it? On sale December 2022.… Continue reading Kia’s 576-hp EV6 GT could teach Ford and Porsche a thing or two

Elon Musk Heads to Court to Defend His Billions in Tesla Pay

Tesla has made Elon Musk a billionaire many times over by paying him generously in shares for his work as chief executive of the electric carmaker. On Wednesday, Mr. Musk is expected in court to defend that compensation, much of which derives from a record-setting pay deal he struck in 2018 with Tesla’s board of… Continue reading Elon Musk Heads to Court to Defend His Billions in Tesla Pay

Tesla accused of illegally firing employees critical of Musk

Tesla is being accused of firing two California-based employees for being part of a group that was discussing and drafting letters that were critical of CEO Elon Musk’s strict return-to-office policy and Musk’s tweets, according to complaints filed by their attorneys and a Bloomberg report. One draft letter asked Tesla executives to reconsider making all… Continue reading Tesla accused of illegally firing employees critical of Musk

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WASHINGTON, Dec 19 (Reuters) – The U.S. Treasury Department said Monday it will issue proposed guidance for critical minerals and battery components requirements in March – a key component of the $7,500 electric vehicle tax credit overhauled by Congress. That decision means electric vehicles that are not in compliance with battery sourcing rules could be… Continue reading Gallery

This GM plan to capture EV market will only charge up electric vehicle detractors

General Motors believes installing around 40,000 Level 2 (L2) chargers through its Dealer Community Program can help build its position in the new EV era. However, with L2 chargers taking many hours to charge up an electric vehicle, is this really the experience GM wants for its EV owners? GM sticks to L2 EV chargers… Continue reading This GM plan to capture EV market will only charge up electric vehicle detractors

Tesla announces 500,000 solar installations deployed

Tesla announced today that it has completed over 500,000 solar panel and solar roof installations to date. That’s 4 GW of solar capacity deployed. Tesla’s solar division was created through the acquisition of SolarCity in 2016. The business has been going in a serious downward trajectory since the acquisition, but it has seen an uptick… Continue reading Tesla announces 500,000 solar installations deployed