Tag: Tesla

Cleantechnica: Merging 2 Worlds — The Tesla/Apple Connection 000926

When Tesla revoked access to its self-driving beta test for some drivers, a number of people understood what was happening behind the scenes: consumer data indicated that some driving practices were not consistent with the pilot program’s objectives. Tesla’s vehicles are more tech than automobiles, at least in the traditional sense. They integrate hardware and… Continue reading Cleantechnica: Merging 2 Worlds — The Tesla/Apple Connection 000926

Cheaper lidar sensors brighten the future of autonomous cars

TOKYO — Prices of one key type of the sensors used in autonomous cars are falling rapidly, raising hopes of accelerating progress in the development of self-driving technology. Velodyne Lidar, the leading manufacturer of lidar sensors, has developed a product with a price only one-hundredth of those up until now. This dramatic drop in price… Continue reading Cheaper lidar sensors brighten the future of autonomous cars

Tesla may have to ship Texas-made EVs out of state to sell them to Texans

Tesla’s long-running battle with pro-dealership laws is about to create an awkward situation in Texas. The Drive and The Verge report that Texas’ legislature is winding down its session on May 31st without advancing a bill that lets Tesla sell directly to customers. In other words, the EV maker will likely have to ship cars… Continue reading Tesla may have to ship Texas-made EVs out of state to sell them to Texans

Teslas made in Texas will likely have to leave the state before Texans can buy them

Tesla is building a factory in Texas to make some of its cars, but when it’s up and running, the cars made there may have to go on a roundabout journey to get to Texan buyers (via The Drive). Because of state laws banning car companies from selling directly to consumers, Tesla could end up… Continue reading Teslas made in Texas will likely have to leave the state before Texans can buy them

EV firm Rivian could target valuation of $70b in IPO

Electric-truck startup Rivian Automotive Inc could target a valuation of about $70 billion in its potential public listing later this year, Bloomberg news reported on Friday. Amazon.com Inc and Ford Motor Co-backed Rivian had a valuation of $27.6 billion, Reuters reported in January, after a $2.65-billion investment round led by T. Rowe Price. Rivian is working with advisers including Goldman Sachs Group Inc, JPMorgan Chase & Co., and Morgan Stanley on an initial… Continue reading EV firm Rivian could target valuation of $70b in IPO

Top Automotive Industry News for Week of May 17 – May 23, 2021

Here is the most important news associated with the automotive industry identified by the AEA for the week of May 17, 2021 – May 23, 2021. We hope it helps you stay up to speed on the key developments in our industry: -Automotive Executives Association (AEA) News- The AEA is excited to open our unique… Continue reading Top Automotive Industry News for Week of May 17 – May 23, 2021

Clean Technica: By Stiffing Tesla, Texas Legislators Prove That They Don’t Really Value Freedom000924

The Texas legislative session is coming to an end, and a bill that would have allowed Tesla (and other EV manufacturers) to directly sell vehicles in the state died in committee. This means that Tesla will be in the absurd position of having to ship made-in-Texas vehicles out of the state and then ship them… Continue reading Clean Technica: By Stiffing Tesla, Texas Legislators Prove That They Don’t Really Value Freedom000924

Clean Technica: The Supercar/Hypercar Wars Continue, But The Roadster Still Has An Ace Up Its Sleeve000923

When the Tesla Roadster was revealed, it was quite a surprise. People thought the Tesla Semi reveal was over and that everyone was going to head home soon. Suddenly, the lights changed and the prototype came out of the back of a Semi like the DeLorean in Back To The Future came out of Doc… Continue reading Clean Technica: The Supercar/Hypercar Wars Continue, But The Roadster Still Has An Ace Up Its Sleeve000923