The US electric car manufacturer Tesla wants to stop production at its factory in Grünheide near Berlin for four days because of the announced protests. All employees would be required to work from home on Friday, reports “Handelsblatt “ on Tuesday, referring to an email from Tesla to the workforce. For employees in vehicle production,… Continue reading German Manager Magazine: Tesla: Grünheide stops production for four days, sales slump in China003301
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Urban Science EV sales microstudy unveils U.S. electrification trends and state-level BEV market share leaders
DETROIT, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Urban Science, a leading global automotive consultancy and technology firm, today released a proprietary electric vehicle (EV) sales microstudy rooted in the firm’s unrivaled industry sales data, which is updated daily, delivering a science-driven overview of the EV sales landscape in the U.S. The microstudy includes detailed 2024 sales… Continue reading Urban Science EV sales microstudy unveils U.S. electrification trends and state-level BEV market share leaders
Tesla vehicles kept crashing even after the Autopilot software updates, NHTSA says
/ At least 20 vehicle crashes occurred after Tesla recalled 2 million vehicles with Autopilot. The government wants to know why. By Andrew J. Hawkins, transportation editor with 10+ years of experience who covers EVs, public transportation, and aviation. His work has appeared in The New York Daily News and City & State. Share this… Continue reading Tesla vehicles kept crashing even after the Autopilot software updates, NHTSA says
Elon Musk: Additional range on the Model Y only for an additional charge
Car companies are increasingly relying on additional purchasing options for functions. With the Tesla Model Y this also affects the range. (Electric car, Tesla) Go to Source
Tesla: The Cybertruck’s finger guillotine is defused
Numerous videos show that the Cybertruck’s frunk lid poses a risk of injury when closed. The sensor has now been made more sensitive via an update. (Tesla Cybertruck, Electric car) Go to Source
China’s Nio turns to rival BYD for new EV brand
China electric vehicle maker Nio has struck a deal with larger rival BYD to source batteries for an EV brand priced at a lower range that aims to compete with Tesla, three sources with direct knowledge of the matter said. The agreement marks a win for BYD, which has been looking to expand its revenue… Continue reading China’s Nio turns to rival BYD for new EV brand
Cleantechnica: Cadillac, Audi, & BMW Now Leading in Share of US Sales Being 100% Electric 003409
Sign up for daily news updates from CleanTechnica on email. Or follow us on Google News! Overall, the pure electric vehicle (EV, or BEV) share of US auto sales was 6.9% in the first quarter of 2024. EV sales increased slightly compared to the first quarter of 2023, but overall auto sales increased more, so… Continue reading Cleantechnica: Cadillac, Audi, & BMW Now Leading in Share of US Sales Being 100% Electric 003409
Clean Technica: Tesla Writes Off-Roading For Dummies Book For Cybertruck Owners 003408
Sign up for daily news updates from CleanTechnica on email. Or follow us on Google News! A few weeks ago, some new Cybertruck owners who had no truck experience managed to make fools of themselves. While there are experienced off-road drivers who now have a moving doorstop in the driveway, some buyers did things like… Continue reading Clean Technica: Tesla Writes Off-Roading For Dummies Book For Cybertruck Owners 003408
Boeing Desperately Hoping Nothing Bad Happens When It Launches Astronauts Tonight
The stakes are incredibly high. Fingers Crossed Boeing is set to launch two astronauts to the International Space Station on board its Starliner space capsule later tonight — and the stakes couldn’t be higher. The aerospace giant has been reeling from a number of disasters plaguing its avionics department, and the development of its much-maligned… Continue reading Boeing Desperately Hoping Nothing Bad Happens When It Launches Astronauts Tonight
Boeing’s Starliner Is Finally Ready to Launch a NASA Crew Into Space
“It fits in with the general narrative of Boeing having lost its way,” says McDowell. Starliner, like Crew Dragon, is a capsule-shaped spacecraft like the Apollo missions of old. Capable of carrying up to seven astronauts, the craft is largely autonomous, requiring major input only in the event of an emergency. During the test mission… Continue reading Boeing’s Starliner Is Finally Ready to Launch a NASA Crew Into Space