From January 14, 2022, NIO users in Norway can receive the new system update, Aspen 3.0.5 NO, the company’s first over-the-air firmware update (FOTA) outside of China. NIO’s vehicles’ smart operating system was developed on the first-generation technology platform (NT1.0) known as Aspen. Currently, the ES8s in Norway are equipped with Aspen 3.0.0 NO, which… Continue reading @Nio: 000339
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Renault CEO vows to go fully-electric by 2030, contrary to statements from others at the company
French automaker Renault has joined the all-electric party in Europe, as its CEO recently shared news that the brand would become 100% electric by 2030. While the announcement is welcomed progress, its timing also correlates with current climate proposals in the UK and EU that will limit ICE by 2030, and require 100% EV sales… Continue reading Renault CEO vows to go fully-electric by 2030, contrary to statements from others at the company
Tesla Cybertruck news is ramping up, but take it with a grain of salt
We are seeing a lot of new reports about Tesla Cybertruck coming out and being shared in the Tesla community – I’d take those with a big grain of salt. Earlier this week, we reported that Tesla plans on releasing a product roadmap update on January 26 with Cybertruck being a product of focus. Since… Continue reading Tesla Cybertruck news is ramping up, but take it with a grain of salt
Tesla starts only accepting Dogecoin cryptocurrency for some of its merch
Tesla has officially started accepting Dogecoin to buy some of its merchandise in its online store. But the automaker went a step further, and it appears to only be accepting Dogecoin for some items. Over the last year, Tesla has been delving deep into the cryptocurrency world. Early in 2021, Tesla invested $1.5 billion in Bitcoin.… Continue reading Tesla starts only accepting Dogecoin cryptocurrency for some of its merch
Tesla delays Cybertruck production until 2023
Tesla Inc. has pushed back initial production of its futuristic-looking Cybertruck to the first quarter of 2023, according to a Reuters report, which cited a person familiar with the matter. Production of the electric pickup had been expected to start later this year but was delayed by a decision to change some of the pickup’s… Continue reading Tesla delays Cybertruck production until 2023
Bollinger shelves consumer EVs to focus on commercial trucks
The imposing, battery-powered Bollinger B2 pickup truck won’t be seen on the road anytime soon. The Oak Park-based startup announced Friday that it is canceling consumer orders for its innovative, off-road-capable B2 pickup and B1 SUV in order to focus on its burgeoning commercial truck business. The $125,000 B1 and B2 were part of a… Continue reading Bollinger shelves consumer EVs to focus on commercial trucks
Tesla Supercharger stations in Texas to feature CCS connectors
Tesla has taken another step towards opening up its Supercharger network to other automakers’ EVs. Last October, Tesla launched a “Non-Tesla Supercharger pilot” at 10 locations in the Netherlands. Now the company has applied for grants from the state of Texas to install Supercharger stations with CCS connectors, which would be a first in the… Continue reading Tesla Supercharger stations in Texas to feature CCS connectors
Tesla Is Apparently Delaying the Disastrous Cybertruck Another Year
A watched pot never boils. Expect Delays To the surprise of literally no one, Tesla is delaying the release of its Cybertruck until at least 2023. An anonymous whistleblower has told Reuters that production has been pushed until early 2023, because Tesla is still trying to trick out the Cybertruck enough to make it more competitive.… Continue reading Tesla Is Apparently Delaying the Disastrous Cybertruck Another Year
For BP, car chargers to overtake pumps in profitability race
The company also said that electricity sales for EV charging grew 45% in the third quarter of 2021 from the previous quarter. BP says its fast electric vehicle chargers are on the cusp of becoming more profitable than filling up a petrol car. The milestone will mark a significant moment for BP which wants to… Continue reading For BP, car chargers to overtake pumps in profitability race
Hero Motocorp to invest over $56m in Indian EV startup Ather Energy …
Indian two-wheeler vehicle maker Hero Motocorp Ltd said on Friday it would invest up to 4.20 billion rupees ($56.66 million) in electric vehicle (EV) startup Ather Energy as it looks to expand its presence in the green mobility space. The company, which held 34.8% in Ather Energy prior to the investment, said its new stake in the startup would… Continue reading Hero Motocorp to invest over $56m in Indian EV startup Ather Energy …