Norway, the EV revolution leader, saw plugin electric vehicles hit 85.0% share in June 2021, up from 66.3% in June 2020. Non-plugin powertrains, including old-school combustion, and plugless hybrids, are all fading away. Overall auto volumes broke a new seasonal record for June with 20,392 units sold. The Tesla Model 3 was Norway’s overall bestselling… Continue reading Clean Technica: Norway’s Plugin EV Share Hits 85% In June, Combustion Vehicles Falling Rapidly001024
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German Handelsblatt: Volkswagen: VW draws level with Tesla: Car maker starts wireless software updates
Interior of an ID.3 from Volkswagen The new software updates turn the screen on the dashboard into a control center. (Photo: Volkswagen) Wolfsburg What Tesla has been able to do for years, Volkswagen finally wants to be able to do. The Wolfsburg-based company is slowly approaching the topic of comprehensive software updates “over the air”… Continue reading German Handelsblatt: Volkswagen: VW draws level with Tesla: Car maker starts wireless software updates
Tesla’s first European plant was supposed to open on July 1, but permit delays, lizards, and other problems have postponed it indefinitely (TSLA)
Tesla’s new factory outside of Berlin, Germany, was supposed to open on July 1. Permitting issues and environmental activists have delayed the plant’s opening. Tesla plans to churn out 500,000 cars at the plant, which is critical to its European strategy. See more stories on Insider’s business page. “Deutschland rocks,” Elon Musk told reporters during… Continue reading Tesla’s first European plant was supposed to open on July 1, but permit delays, lizards, and other problems have postponed it indefinitely (TSLA)
Luxury electric car maker Lucid setting up studio in Seattle in previous Microsoft Store space
A Lucid studio space showing off the company’s Lucid Air electric car. (Lucid Photo) Lucid, makers of a new luxury electric vehicle expected to begin production this year, is bringing one of its studio spaces to Seattle’s University Village. The new space will open in what was previously a Microsoft Store. Lucid’s branding is on… Continue reading Luxury electric car maker Lucid setting up studio in Seattle in previous Microsoft Store space
@Tesla: Tesla Q2 2021 Vehicle Production & Deliveries000073
PALO ALTO, Calif., July 2, 2021 – In the second quarter, we produced and delivered over 200,000 vehicles. Our teams have done an outstanding job navigating through global supply chain and logistics challenges. Production Deliveries Subject to operating lease accounting Model S/X 2,340 1,890 18% Model 3/Y 204,081 199,360 7% Total 206,421 201,250 7%… Continue reading @Tesla: Tesla Q2 2021 Vehicle Production & Deliveries000073
German Manager Magazin: Tesla’s top model “S Plaid” catches fire000914
The US electric car maker Tesla delivered a total of 206,421 vehicles in the second quarter. That is more than ever before in a three-month period. Tesla exceeded Wall Street’s expectations, because Tesla boss Elon Musk had warned just a few weeks ago of difficulties due to the shortage of computer chips. Deliveries of the… Continue reading German Manager Magazin: Tesla’s top model “S Plaid” catches fire000914
General Motors commits $25 million to promote equity in EV transition
Detroit — General Motors Co. is creating a $25 million Climate Equity Fund that will focus on closing equity gaps, or disparities, as the auto industry transitions to electric and emissions-free vehicles, CEO Mary Barra announced Tuesday. Barra discussed the initiative during the Aspen Ideas Festival, saying it responds to “the need for equity considerations as the industry accelerates toward an all-electric future.” “Climate… Continue reading General Motors commits $25 million to promote equity in EV transition
Renault “targets 90% of purely electric cars by 2030”, says its boss
Ten years ago, Renault was a pioneer in the electric market. Today, the group seems to lag behind some of its competitors. How do you explain it? When I arrived, I discovered a group with a lot of potential, skills, and above all experience. Renault has actually entered this market almost at the same time… Continue reading Renault “targets 90% of purely electric cars by 2030”, says its boss
Chinese EV maker Xpeng said to raise $1.8b in HK listing
Chinese electric vehicle maker Xpeng Inc will raise $1.8 billion by pricing its shares at HK$165 ($21.25) each as part of its Hong Kong dual primary listing, two people with direct knowledge of the matter said. The people declined to be identified as the information was not yet public. Xpeng declined to comment on pricing guidance given to investors. The company sold 85 million shares in the deal… Continue reading Chinese EV maker Xpeng said to raise $1.8b in HK listing
Clean Technica: CATL Will Now Supply Lithium-Ion Batteries To Tesla Until December 2025001010
Contemporary Amperex Technology Company (CATL) will begin supplying lithium-ion batteries to Tesla starting in January 2022, the Global Times has reported. The contract between the two ensures that CATL will supply Tesla with lithium-ion batteries through the end of 2025. CATL announced that it signed a Production Pricing Agreement with Tesla on Friday in order… Continue reading Clean Technica: CATL Will Now Supply Lithium-Ion Batteries To Tesla Until December 2025001010