Tesla and BYD Co. are both fast-growing EV giants. While a lot of attention falls on startups such as Rivian Automotive, Lucid, Nio, Xpeng and Li Auto, as well as traditional automakers pushing into EVs, such as General Motors and Ford Motor, Tesla and BYD are setting the pace. Tesla reported better-than-expected earnings July 20.… Continue reading Tesla Stock Vs. BYD Stock: EV Giants Are Now Direct Rivals — And Partners
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The Dodge Charger EV’s fake exhaust sound is sure to divide muscle car fans
For those bemoaning the imminent demise of Dodge’s gas-powered muscle cars, the automaker has a message: fear not the future, for it is electric. Dodge revealed its first electric muscle car, the Charger Daytona SRT concept, at an event this week at its Pontiac, Michigan-based headquarters. The two-door coupe is positioned as a preview for… Continue reading The Dodge Charger EV’s fake exhaust sound is sure to divide muscle car fans
Tesla’s virtual power plant had its first event helping the grid – looks like the future
Tesla’s virtual power plant in California had its first emergency response event helping the grid by pooling power from Powerwall owners around the state. The event appears to have been a success as the distributed power plant looks like the future. A virtual power plant (VPP) consists of distributed energy storage systems, like Tesla Powerwalls, used… Continue reading Tesla’s virtual power plant had its first event helping the grid – looks like the future
German Manager Magazin: Elon Musk confused with tweet about Manchester United001973
“I’m also buying Manchester United. You’re welcome.” With this succinct tweet Tesla-Boss Elon Musk (51) once again a lot of excitement Twitter caused. On Wednesday night, the richest man in the world announced that he would buy the English football club – after previously joking that he politically supported the left half of the Republicans… Continue reading German Manager Magazin: Elon Musk confused with tweet about Manchester United001973
USA: Tesla plans Supercharger Club for non-Tesla owners
Tesla is working on a new Supercharger membership in the US, which will also be offered to owners of other electric cars. (Tesla, electric car) Go to Source
Verdict: Tesla can continue to call the autopilot that
Tesla’s assistance system package can still be referred to as an autopilot. The attempt to ban Tesla from doing this was unsuccessful in court. (Tesla, litigation) Go to Source
@niche: WE’RE NOT THERE YET.002098
Editor’s Note: This week, Peter reminds everyone that the “Grand Transition” to our Electric Future is fraught with peril and that “We’re Not there Yet.” Audi decides to waste a ton of money on yet another Ken Block smoke show, while Guns ‘N Roses also makes an appearance in On The Table with “Paradise City” and our AE Song of the Week. The next chapter of Peter’s much-praised series… Continue reading @niche: WE’RE NOT THERE YET.002098
Tesla doesn’t need to hit the panic button over China heat wave disruptions just yet
Some parts of China are suffering from record high temperatures in the past few weeks, prompting local governments to halt industrial power use, including those of battery plants. When news reaches the West, it generates fear-mongering headlines like “China heat wave shuts Tesla suppliers” which have likely rattled investors (because Tesla is all we care… Continue reading Tesla doesn’t need to hit the panic button over China heat wave disruptions just yet
GM trails far behind Tesla in EV sales — CEO Mary Barra bet the company that will change – CNBC
GM trails far behind Tesla in EV sales — CEO Mary Barra bet the company that will change CNBC GM’s EV Ambitions Get Smaller by the Day, and Nobody Asks Mary Barra Why Is That autoevolution GM Stumbles, Future Grim 24/7 Wall St. GM is far behind Tesla in electric vehicle sales. CEO Mary Barra has bet the… Continue reading GM trails far behind Tesla in EV sales — CEO Mary Barra bet the company that will change – CNBC
Tesla releases rare comment denying media report’s claim an executive has left
Tesla has released a rare public comment denying a media report that claims an executive has left the company. Over the last few years, almost every article about Tesla you read includes some version of the phrase “we contacted Tesla for a comment, but the automaker has not responded.” That’s because the automaker has stopped… Continue reading Tesla releases rare comment denying media report’s claim an executive has left