When BMW first revealed its flagship iX electric SUV in November, we speculated that it would cost $70,000 or more, based on its luxury styling and upgraded battery. Well, we were right — sort of. The German automaker has just announced that when it goes on sale early next year, the new EV’s suggested price… Continue reading BMW’s iX electric SUV with 300 miles of range will start at $82,300
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Tesla is using new AMD RDNA 2 GPU in new Model S/X, same as in Playstation 5
AMD has confirmed that Tesla is using its new RDNA 2 GPUs in the new backseat entertainment system in the new Model S and Model X vehicles. When Tesla unveiled the new Model S and Model X in January, one of the biggest new features was the addition of a screen for the backseat. The… Continue reading Tesla is using new AMD RDNA 2 GPU in new Model S/X, same as in Playstation 5
Tesla files trademark for restaurant services — going to grab a bite at a Tesla burger joint soon?
Tesla has filed a new trademark for its brand under restaurant services as the automaker is expected to expand amenities around its charging infrastructure, including actual restaurants. At face value, Tesla doesn’t seem to have much to do with the restaurant industry, but the automaker has actually been talking about going into the food industry… Continue reading Tesla files trademark for restaurant services — going to grab a bite at a Tesla burger joint soon?
Automotive chip maker says it’s nearly recovered from blaze
Detroit – A fire-damaged Japanese factory that supplies many of the auto industry’s computer chips is producing about 88% of what it was making before the March blaze, its owner says. Renesas Electronics Corp. said Tuesday that replacements for fire-damaged equipment arrived on May 27, and should be running in mid-June. That would allow the… Continue reading Automotive chip maker says it’s nearly recovered from blaze
SAE WPT Task Force urges FCC to support wireless charging standard
SAE International’s Wireless Power Transfer and Alignment Task Force is urging the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to act to support the commercialization of wireless charging operating in the frequency band of 79 kHz to 90 kHz. The SAE task force consists of more than 150 international experts representing automakers, suppliers, users, national laboratories and… Continue reading SAE WPT Task Force urges FCC to support wireless charging standard
@Toyota: Toyota Relax: a Revolution in Vehicle Warranty Cover
Toyota (GB) is revolutionising vehicle warranty cover with the launch today (1 June) of Toyota Relax, a ground-breaking new approach for providing motorists with complete peace-of-mind protection for up to 10 years. A first for the UK motor industry and unmatched in its scope by any other manufacturer’s warranty programme, it gives Toyota owners with… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota Relax: a Revolution in Vehicle Warranty Cover
EV segment has seen significant progress in 2-3 years: Rahul Walawalkar, founder, IESA
Walawalkar added that several PSUs and private companies have set up a considerable number of charging stations in India, while issues such as power ratings, and fast and slow charging are being looked at by the Bureau of Indian Standards and other organizations. He added that raw materials were also not a concern for Indian… Continue reading EV segment has seen significant progress in 2-3 years: Rahul Walawalkar, founder, IESA
Toyota’s strong sales and electric plans drive shares to record high
TOKYO — Toyota Motor’s stock price jumped 3.4% to close at 9,423 yen on the Tokyo market on Tuesday, reaching its highest-ever level. Shares in the Japanese automaker have climbed rapidly since mid-May as investors welcome its bullish sales forecast and ability to weather the global chip shortage thanks to its supply chain management. Its… Continue reading Toyota’s strong sales and electric plans drive shares to record high
7-Eleven to install 500 EV charging stations by the end of 2022
Convenience stores are ubiquitous – and they sell the vast majority of gas purchased by consumers in the United States. But as more Americans transition to electric vehicles, a major reason people visit convenience stores will disappear. Industry giant 7-Eleven is looking to capture this growing market of EV drivers. The company said Tuesday it… Continue reading 7-Eleven to install 500 EV charging stations by the end of 2022
Nio rallies after delivery update
TipRanks Oppenheimer: These 2 Stocks Have Triple-Digit Gains in Sight When the best talk, people listen. It works in all walks of life, but especially the stock market. Investors are keen to read the latest stock reviews from Wall Street’s professional analysts, but knowing who’s the best is the place to start. Covering the markets… Continue reading Nio rallies after delivery update