BYD Co, China’s biggest electric car maker, said third-quarter net profit likely more than quadrupled as it extends its sales lead over Tesla Inc in the world’s largest auto market. Having ditched gasoline vehicles from its product mix this year, BYD has, more than any other automaker, been able to capitalise on a range of… Continue reading BYD expects four-fold jump in quarterly profit as China sales surge past Tesla
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Stellantis debuts pure-electric Jeep, pledges new target on energy self-sufficiency – CNBC
The Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares photographed next to a Jeep Avenger at the Paris Motor Show on October 17, 2022. Nathan Laine | Bloomberg | Getty Images The CEO of Stellantis told CNBC Monday that the company would use its own sites to generate half the energy it needs for manufacturing by the middle of… Continue reading Stellantis debuts pure-electric Jeep, pledges new target on energy self-sufficiency – CNBC
Tesla launches home charging station that works with other electric cars
Tesla has launched a home charging station, or Wall Connector as it calls it, that works with other electric cars and not just Tesla vehicles. Unlike all other electric automakers, Tesla uses its own proprietary connector for vehicles produced for the North American market. This means the company’s charging network and products, like home chargers,… Continue reading Tesla launches home charging station that works with other electric cars
Cleantechnica: Will eRINs Make Teslas Cheaper?002321
Can electric vehicles benefit from the US Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) scheme? Reuters reports that it is highly likely that they can. It appears that the Biden administration has been working with Tesla’s representatives to include EVs and charging stations in the scheme. The RFS mandates that fuel sold in the US has to contain… Continue reading Cleantechnica: Will eRINs Make Teslas Cheaper?002321
Cleantechnica: 19% Of New Car Sales In Germany Fully Electric, 32% Have A Plug 002320
It seems the German automotive market has bottomed out. After growing 3% in August, September brought a solid 14% increase in sales, while plugins grew even faster. Sales of full electric vehicles (BEVs) were up in September by 33% year over year (YoY). There were 43,692 BEV registrations last month, representing 19% of the overall… Continue reading Cleantechnica: 19% Of New Car Sales In Germany Fully Electric, 32% Have A Plug 002320
Cadillac’s $300,000 Celestiq EV prioritizes a luxurious ride
Cadillac has finally provided more details for the Celestiq, and it’s evident the EV prioritizes luxury over raw power. The custom-built sedan is now known to include a dual-motor 600HP powertrain, all-wheel drive and a 111kWh Ultium battery pack. The combination delivers a 0-60MPH sprint in 3.8 seconds with an estimated 300-mile range. That makes… Continue reading Cadillac’s $300,000 Celestiq EV prioritizes a luxurious ride
Mary Barra says GM is well-positioned despite the economy with new EV launches
General Motors leader and CEO Mary Barra talked about the automaker’s upcoming electric vehicle plans, saying the company is well-positioned to weather an economic storm in an interview. GM is launching several EV models and supporting energy products that Barra believes will see high demand, no matter the state of the economy. With interest rates… Continue reading Mary Barra says GM is well-positioned despite the economy with new EV launches
Tesla’s hiring rebounds following round of layoffs
Tesla is now ramping up its hiring effort following a round of layoffs earlier this year. Job listings have ramped up 50% since the layoffs. In June, Elon Musk asked Tesla executives to “pause all hiring” and cut 10% of staff. The CEO has given different reasons to different people for the layoffs, but Tesla… Continue reading Tesla’s hiring rebounds following round of layoffs
Stellantis debuts pure-electric Jeep, pledges new target on energy self-sufficiency
The Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares photographed next to a Jeep Avenger at the Paris Motor Show on October 17, 2022. Nathan Laine | Bloomberg | Getty Images The CEO of Stellantis told CNBC Monday that the company would use its own sites to generate half the energy it needs for manufacturing by the middle of… Continue reading Stellantis debuts pure-electric Jeep, pledges new target on energy self-sufficiency
Mercedes unveils electric SUV aimed at Tesla Model Y
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