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Tesla may build a technology into its cars that could make them more secure and easier to find in parking lots

Tesla could hone its keyless entry by building ultra-wideband technology into its vehicles. The technology could allow drivers to easily locate their cars even in a crowded parking lot. UWB works similarly to Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, but with better accuracy. Visit the Business section of Insider for more stories. Tesla is honing the keyless entry… Continue reading Tesla may build a technology into its cars that could make them more secure and easier to find in parking lots

Tesla says its faulty touchscreens that led to a recall were only built to last 5-6 years (TSLA)

Tesla agreed to recall more than 134,000 of its cars over faulty touchscreens this week.  US regulators said the failing displays could affect essential components like the rear-view camera. Tesla agreed to the recall, and said its screens shouldn’t be expected to last more than 5-6 years.  Visit the Business section of Insider for more… Continue reading Tesla says its faulty touchscreens that led to a recall were only built to last 5-6 years (TSLA)

Panasonic plans to deploy Tesla 4680 battery cell production later this year

Panasonic confirmed that it plans to set up Tesla 4680 battery cell production at GIgafactory Nevada later this year. They expect higher revenue from the Tesla partnership. Tesla’s call for higher battery production When Tesla unveiled its plan to produce its own new tabless battery cell in a bigger format with a new chemistry using its own… Continue reading Panasonic plans to deploy Tesla 4680 battery cell production later this year

Tesla updates Model Y timeline in Europe, hints at Gigafactory Berlin to start production ‘mid-2021’

Tesla has updated its Model Y delivery timeline in Europe – hinting that Gigafactory Berlin will start production in “mid-2021.” Tesla Model Y in Europe With Model Y, Tesla has taken a completely different approach to rolling out the vehicle in new markets. Previously, the automaker would start production of a new vehicle at the… Continue reading Tesla updates Model Y timeline in Europe, hints at Gigafactory Berlin to start production ‘mid-2021’

Panasonic enjoys lift from Tesla but perils lurk ahead

OSAKA — Panasonic now expects group net profit of 150 billion yen ($1.43 billion) for the year ending in March, the company said Tuesday, as its battery supply business with U.S. electric-vehicle maker Tesla is expected to go into the black over a 12-month period for the first time. The figure still represents a 34% slide for the year,… Continue reading Panasonic enjoys lift from Tesla but perils lurk ahead

Daimler to spin off truck unit, give clear investor focus on Mercedes-Benz

By Nick Carey 2 Min Read (Reuters) – German carmaker Daimler plans to spin-off Daimler Truck, the world’s largest truck and bus maker, as it seeks to increase its investor appeal as a focused electric, luxury car business. FILE PHOTO: Ola Kaellenius, chairman of Daimler AG attends the presentation of the new Mercedes-Benz S-Class at… Continue reading Daimler to spin off truck unit, give clear investor focus on Mercedes-Benz

Daimler to spin off trucks in shift to electric, self-driving vehicles

By Reuters Staff 2 Min Read FILE PHOTO: Daimler AG sign is pictured at the IAA truck show in Hanover, Germany, September 22, 2016. REUTERS/Fabian Bimmer/File Photo/File Photo (Reuters) – German carmaker Daimler plans to spin-off Daimler Truck, the world’s largest truck and bus maker, to allow it to focus on zero-emission vehicles and self-driving… Continue reading Daimler to spin off trucks in shift to electric, self-driving vehicles

Electric moped startup Revel launches an EV charging business

Revel, the shared electric moped startup, is building a DC fast-charging station for electric vehicles in New York City, the first in a new business venture that will eventually spread to other cities. The company said Wednesday that this new “Superhub,” which is located at the former Pfizer building in Brooklyn, will contain 30 chargers… Continue reading Electric moped startup Revel launches an EV charging business

Volkswagen Sees Sales Of Tesla Model Y Rival ‘Well Over’ 100,000 This Year

TipRanks 3 ‘Strong Buy’ Stocks With 8% Dividend Yield Let’s talk portfolio defense. After last week’s social flash mob market manipulation, that’s a topic that should not be ignored. Now, this is not to say that the markets are collapsing. After 2% losses to close out last week’s Friday session, this week’s trading kicked off… Continue reading Volkswagen Sees Sales Of Tesla Model Y Rival ‘Well Over’ 100,000 This Year