Tag: Tesla

New pure-electric BMW 3 Series leaked from Chinese patent office

Images of the upcoming pure-electric BMW 3 Series have been leaked from the Chinese patent office ahead of the EV’s intended launch event in 2022.  Although it is unclear at this stage whether an electric BMW 3 Series would be a global model sold in places such as the UK and Europe, it could become… Continue reading New pure-electric BMW 3 Series leaked from Chinese patent office

Volkswagen signs three new deals to secure EV battery supply to 2030

Volkswagen has signed new partnerships with three key battery specialists, in a bid to secure the raw materials it needs to build its rapidly expanding electric vehicle lineup. Volkswagen says these deals will allow it to ramp up its EV manufacturing, with the ultimate aim of reaching an annual production capacity of 2.2 million electric… Continue reading Volkswagen signs three new deals to secure EV battery supply to 2030

Electric car: the superbonus of the Biden plan scandalizes foreign manufacturers

Posted on 12 Dec. 2021 at 17:16 Updated on 12 Dec. 2021 at 17:25 The pill still does not pass. Joe Biden’s plan to establish a “superbonus” for electric vehicles manufactured by American unionized employees continues to anger competitors from manufacturers General Motors, Ford and Stellantis (through its Chrysler and Jeep brands) – who would… Continue reading Electric car: the superbonus of the Biden plan scandalizes foreign manufacturers

Elon Musk: ‘Tesla Cybertruck can come in any color as long as it’s nothing’

Elon Musk has confirmed that Tesla doesn’t plan to offer any color or wrap for the Cybertruck – at least “at first”. He says that “Tesla Cybertruck can come in any color as long as it’s nothing”. One of the most unique features of the Cybertruck is its stainless-steel exoskeleton: “Cybertruck is built with an… Continue reading Elon Musk: ‘Tesla Cybertruck can come in any color as long as it’s nothing’

Mercedes-Benz recalls EQS over error that allowed dashboard video playback while driving

Mercedes-Benz has issued a server-side update to fix an oversight that had allowed owners of its EQS EV and recent S-Class sedans to watch video content on the 56-inch MBUX Hyperscreen displays found in those cars while they were in motion. In a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration filing spotted by Consumer Reports editor Keith… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz recalls EQS over error that allowed dashboard video playback while driving

Tesla Cybertruck with updated design spotted on test track

A new Tesla Cybertruck prototype with an updated design has been spotted on the automaker’s Fremont factory test track. It’s the best look we had at the upcoming electric pickup truck in a while. Tesla unveiled the Cybertruck back in 2019 and for the longest time, only a single prototype of the electric pickup truck… Continue reading Tesla Cybertruck with updated design spotted on test track

Tesla stops taking Model S and Model X orders outside North America

Tesla announced to potential buyers today that it stopped taking new Model S and Model X orders outside North America. It now expects deliveries in other markets to start during the second half of 2022. The news comes from an email that Tesla started sending out to people who have Model S and Model X… Continue reading Tesla stops taking Model S and Model X orders outside North America

‘No easy solution’ for Tesla Cybertruck’s comically large windshield wiper, Elon Musk says

New drone footage of a prototype Tesla Cybertruck being tested on the company’s track in Fremont, California, was published Friday, prompting Elon Musk to address the vehicle’s hilariously oversized windshield wiper. The Cybertruck’s massive, flat windshield, blending seamlessly into the hood, was one of the electric truck’s most distinctive features when it was first unveiled… Continue reading ‘No easy solution’ for Tesla Cybertruck’s comically large windshield wiper, Elon Musk says

Daimler Truck spin-off already unlocking value, Daimler CEO says

The German share price index DAX graph is pictured at the stock exchange in Frankfurt, Germany, December10, 2021. REUTERS/Staff Register now for FREE unlimited access to reuters.com Register FRANKFURT, Dec 10 (Reuters) – Spinning off Daimler Truck (DTGGe.DE) has already proven a solid move to unlock value for Daimler AG (DAIGn.DE) shareholders, CEO Ola Kaellenius… Continue reading Daimler Truck spin-off already unlocking value, Daimler CEO says