Talk about distracted driving. Gaming While Driving Tesla is now officially under formal investigation for allowing its customers to play a number of games while actively driving the vehicle — a seemingly obvious oversight that could lead to even more distracted driving on the road. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has now kicked off… Continue reading Tesla Under Formal Investigation for Allowing Drivers to Game While Driving
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Leading Auto Detailing Lifestyle Brand Chemical Guys Surpasses 1 Million Followers on Instagram
LOS ANGELES, Dec. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Chemical Guys, the leading lifestyle brand for automotive detailing enthusiasts and professionals, today announced a monumental brand milestone after surpassing 1 million followers on Instagram, the brand’s most active social media channel just ahead of YouTube. As the most followed car care brand on social media in the… Continue reading Leading Auto Detailing Lifestyle Brand Chemical Guys Surpasses 1 Million Followers on Instagram
Enel, Eni join forces on electric car charging in Italy
Enel, which has more than 13,000 EV charging points, is keen to speed up the development of its e-mobility business MILAN: Energy groups Enel and Eni have reached an agreement to allow electric car drivers to recharge vehicles using the two companies’ infrastructure networks across Italy. Enel’s energy e-service unit Enel X and Eni’s Be… Continue reading Enel, Eni join forces on electric car charging in Italy
“Netflix for Cars” – a Primer on Car Subscription Services
Clear differentiators between car rentals, car subscriptions, and car sharing are disappearing. We previously explored the opportunity for car rental companies to make a small pivot to embrace carsharing; in the article below we explore the current state and opportunities in the growing market of car subscription services. The Current State of the Car Subscription… Continue reading “Netflix for Cars” – a Primer on Car Subscription Services
Tesla investigated over reports drivers can play its video games while vehicles are moving
The US government says it is investigating more than half a million Tesla vehicles sold since 2017, following reports that drivers can play video games available on its main display screen while driving. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) says it received a complaint in August that said live games and internet web searching… Continue reading Tesla investigated over reports drivers can play its video games while vehicles are moving
5 Electric Vehicle Companies To Watch In 2022
The electric vehicle boom is in full swing… And though company valuations have already skyrocketed in the past couple of years…This new market trend has legs. Think about this…Passenger electric vehicle sales are set to grow by more than 80% to 5.6 million units in 2021…And it’s clear to see why. The world is racing… Continue reading 5 Electric Vehicle Companies To Watch In 2022
Fisker (FSR), Bridgestone Team Up for EV After-Sales Services
Fisker Inc. FSR recently announced that it has entered into an agreement with Bridgestone for comprehensive after-sales and related maintenance solutions in France and Germany. Bridgestone is a global leader in tires and rubber, providing safe and sustainable mobility solutions. The company offers a diverse product portfolio of premium tires and advanced solutions backed by… Continue reading Fisker (FSR), Bridgestone Team Up for EV After-Sales Services
Toyota (TM) Halts Domestic Production in January, Trims Output
Toyota Motor TM recently announced the decision to halt operations on seven production lines at five factories in Japan next month because of supply-chain bottlenecks, semiconductor chip shortages and the COVID-19 pandemic. The Japan auto giant stated that the latest suspension at the domestic factories will slash its output by about 20,000 vehicles amid procurement… Continue reading Toyota (TM) Halts Domestic Production in January, Trims Output
Panasonic to Add Campus in Reno as Electric Vehicle Market Revs Up
SPARKS, Nev., Dec. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Panasonic Energy of North America (PENA), a Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, today announced plans to expand in Northern Nevada with a new campus in Reno that is anticipated to open spring 2022. The 94,483 sq. ft. existing building at 645 East Plumb Lane managed by… Continue reading Panasonic to Add Campus in Reno as Electric Vehicle Market Revs Up
Tesla, authorities submit documents for German plant approval
A view shows the construction site of the future Tesla Gigafactory in Gruenheide near Berlin, Germany, August 12, 2021. REUTERS/Hannibal Hanschke Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com Register BERLIN, Dec 22 (Reuters) – Tesla (TSLA.O) and relevant authorities have submitted all the documents necessary for the approval process for its planned factory near… Continue reading Tesla, authorities submit documents for German plant approval