When the Kia e-Niro was launched in 2019, it made the Volkswagen Group’s grand electric plans look slightly silly. While the German group was still working on its dedicated electric platform, here was a crossover that was relatively affordable, had more range than virtually all other EVs short of a Tesla, offered a lot of… Continue reading Kia Niro EV
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GM is investing half a billion to upgrade Indiana factory to support EV production
As part of GM’s plans to provide ‘EVs for everyone,’ the automaker says it will be upgrading its Marion, Indiana, assembly plant. General Motors will invest $491 million to prepare the facility for the automaker’s transition to electric with new stamping capabilities. GM’s Marion Metal Center in Indiana opened its doors in 1956, producing sheet… Continue reading GM is investing half a billion to upgrade Indiana factory to support EV production
Tesla weighs reset for China retail strategy even as sales boomTesla is looking to ramp up the hiring of technicians and other staff for service jobs …
Tesla is reevaluating the way it sells electric cars in China, its second-largest market, and considering closing some showrooms in flashy malls in cities like Beijing where traffic plunged during COVID restrictions, two people with knowledge of the plans said. The shift would put more emphasis on stores in less-costly suburban locations that can also provide… Continue reading Tesla weighs reset for China retail strategy even as sales boomTesla is looking to ramp up the hiring of technicians and other staff for service jobs …
Clean Technica: Thoughts On Class Action Lawsuit Against Tesla Regarding Autopilot and Full Self-Driving Capability (“FSD”) — From A Buyer 002247
It has happened, a class action lawsuit has been filed regarding Tesla Autopilot, Enhanced Autopilot, and Full Self-Driving Capability. The people suing argue that Tesla misled them with deceptive marketing that made the Tesla buyers think their cars would be better able to drive themselves. “The lawsuit was filed in the Northern District of California,… Continue reading Clean Technica: Thoughts On Class Action Lawsuit Against Tesla Regarding Autopilot and Full Self-Driving Capability (“FSD”) — From A Buyer 002247
Clean Technica: Insurance Company Fakes Battery Fire On Tesla Model S To Highlight That EVs Can Catch Fire (Video)002246
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
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