The van has a range of 100 miles and is powered by a 70 kilowatt hour battery. Electric vehicle company Workhorse Group said on Wednesday it would suspend the deliveries of its flagship C-1000 electric van, saying more tests and modifications were needed to ensure it complies with regulatory standards. Workhorse’s shares plunged about 14%… Continue reading Workhorse Group to suspend deliveries of flagship electric van
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Workhorse suspends delivery, recalls dozens of its flagship electric vans
Ohio-based electric vehicle startup Workhorse is suspending deliveries of its C-1000 electric delivery vans and recalling 41 vehicles that have already been sent to customers, telling regulators the vans need “additional testing and modifications” in order to comply with federal safety standards. It was the latest setback for the company, which recently abandoned its effort… Continue reading Workhorse suspends delivery, recalls dozens of its flagship electric vans
Workhorse Group suspends deliveries, recalls C-1000 electric delivery van
EV startup Workhorse Group is recalling 41 of its C-1000 cargo delivery vehicles and suspending the remainder of its deliveries for this model, telling regulators Wednesday that “additional testing” is needed to certify the vehicles under Federal safety standards. All automakers must certify their vehicles under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, minimum safety performance… Continue reading Workhorse Group suspends deliveries, recalls C-1000 electric delivery van
@GM: Chevrolet Bolt EV Battery Production Resumes
Chevrolet Bolt EV Battery Production Resumes 2021-09-20 LG battery cell and module production resumes with updated manufacturing processes Battery module replacements to begin in October GM to introduce new advanced diagnostics software DETROIT – General Motors today outlined a comprehensive action plan to ensure that customers can safely and confidently drive, charge, and park the… Continue reading @GM: Chevrolet Bolt EV Battery Production Resumes
India’s Cars24, a used-vehicle sales platform, raises $450M at a $1.84B valuation
The used car market is getting another major infusion of venture capital today, with one of the faster scaling startups out of India picking up a major round of financing to double down on growth: Cars24 — a site and app that sells users cars and used two-wheeled motorbikes — has raised $450 million, a… Continue reading India’s Cars24, a used-vehicle sales platform, raises $450M at a $1.84B valuation
GM still searching for fix to Bolt battery, extends production shutdown
General Motors said Thursday its shutdown of the plant that builds Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicles will extend into mid-October. The additional downtime at Orion signals that GM and its battery maker, LG Chem, are still working to find a fix for the defects in the batteries that may start fires in the cars. GM currently has a recall on all model year Bolts through 2022.… Continue reading GM still searching for fix to Bolt battery, extends production shutdown
Disrupted · 12:25 AM UTCGM tells Bolt EV owners park away from vehicles in decksGeneral Motors Co on Wednesday recommended that Chevrolet Bolt electri…
A close-up view of the Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicle logo is seen at Stewart Chevrolet in Colma, California, U.S., October 3, 2017. REUTERS/Stephen Lam/File Photo WASHINGTON, Sept 15 (Reuters) – General Motors Co (GM.N)on Wednesday recommended that Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicle owners parking in decks do so on the top floor or on an open… Continue reading Disrupted · 12:25 AM UTCGM tells Bolt EV owners park away from vehicles in decksGeneral Motors Co on Wednesday recommended that Chevrolet Bolt electri…
Tesla tried to charge $22,500 for new battery pack when a $5,000 repair did the trick
Tesla has tried to charge a Model S owner $22,500 for a battery pack replacement out of warranty, but a third-party shop was able to fix the issue for a fraction of that cost. As a Tesla owner, one of the most common questions I get asked is, “How much does it cost if you… Continue reading Tesla tried to charge $22,500 for new battery pack when a $5,000 repair did the trick
Tata cranks up EV drive
Anand Kulkarni does not buy the argument that electric vehicles are only for a select few in India.“When we began to look at the key markets for the Nexon EV prior to its launch, mature cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru and Hyderabad figured on top but surprisingly, the demand has come from Tier 2 cities… Continue reading Tata cranks up EV drive
Autos & Transportation · 4:07 AM UTCGM digs in with LG Corp to speed a fix for Bolt battery firesGeneral Motors Co is taking a more direct role with S…
Sept 13 (Reuters) – General Motors Co (GM.N) is taking a more direct role with South Korea’s LG Corp (003550.KS), its longtime electric vehicle partner, in tracking down and fixing problems linked to battery fires in Chevrolet Bolts that threaten the strategic plans of both companies. At an investor conference on Friday, GM Chief Financial… Continue reading Autos & Transportation · 4:07 AM UTCGM digs in with LG Corp to speed a fix for Bolt battery firesGeneral Motors Co is taking a more direct role with S…