Tesla’s wiper controls through its touchscreen have been ruled illegal in Germany after someone crashed their Model 3 while using them and fought a fine and driving ban through the court system. German courts are throwing a lot of sticks in Tesla’s wheel recently. Last month, Tesla Autopilot and Full Self-Driving claims were judged ‘misleading’… Continue reading Tesla’s wiper controls are ruled illegal in Germany after someone crashed while using them
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Tesla is ‘highly likely’ to make smaller Cybertruck for Europe, says Elon Musk
While Tesla has scrapped plans to reduce the size of the Cybertruck, Elon Musk now says that the automaker is ‘highly likely’ to make a smaller version of the electric pickup for Europe. Smaller Tesla Cybertruck Not long after unveiling the Cybertruck prototype last year, Musk started talking about making the electric pickup smaller to… Continue reading Tesla is ‘highly likely’ to make smaller Cybertruck for Europe, says Elon Musk
CATL Sets Up 21C Lab to Expand R&D on Novel Energy Technologies
Prof. Dr. John B. Goodenough sent his congratulations on the opening of the new laboratory NINGDE, China, June 25, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited (CATL) <300750.SZ>, a leading lithium-ion battery maker, breaks ground on a new innovation laboratory, 21C Lab, on Wednesday morning in its headquarters in Ningde, east China’s Fujian Province, marking… Continue reading CATL Sets Up 21C Lab to Expand R&D on Novel Energy Technologies
Veo Unveils First Ever e-Scooters with Turn Signals Available for Purchase
“Veo is constantly solving the most pressing safety issues in our industry through continuous innovation,” said Candice Xie, CEO of Veo. “The problem of scooter riders not being able to safely gesture in traffic and at night when they are planning to turn has been a big one, and we are thrilled to offer the… Continue reading Veo Unveils First Ever e-Scooters with Turn Signals Available for Purchase
Tesla competitor Nikola has surged as much as 33% in 2 days ahead of its quarterly earnings release (NKLA)
Nikola, an electric-vehicle and battery maker that competes with Tesla, is schedule to report quarterly earnings after market close on Tuesday. Shares of the company have surged 33% in the last two days through Tuesday’s high. “Nikola’s first report as a public company will likely be heavily scrutinized, but financial information will be sparse at… Continue reading Tesla competitor Nikola has surged as much as 33% in 2 days ahead of its quarterly earnings release (NKLA)
Affordable Russian EV Zetta To Enter Production By End Of 2020
According to the Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade (via federal news agency TASS), series production of the Russian electric city car – Zetta – will start by the end of 2020 (after a delay from Q1 2020). This tiny EV, named after Zero Emission Terra Transport Asset, will be produced by the Russian Engineering… Continue reading Affordable Russian EV Zetta To Enter Production By End Of 2020
Tesla is working on massive sale presence expansion with new markets
Tesla is working on a significant expansion of its retail and sale presence, including expansions in new markets, as it expects to achieve massive growth in the second half of the year. Just over a year ago, Elon Musk was talking about shutting down almost all of Tesla’s stores and moving to an online-only sale… Continue reading Tesla is working on massive sale presence expansion with new markets
Multinational Automotive Manufacturers Begin Working on Developing Their Own Electric Vehicle Batteries
Multinational electric vehicle and automotive manufacturers are looking to secure an initiative in developing their own batteries after securing stable supplies of batteries by either purchasing batteries or collaborating with battery manufacturers. Tesla, BMW, and Volkswagen have begun developing their own battery cells while GM is looking to secure an initiative in battery development even… Continue reading Multinational Automotive Manufacturers Begin Working on Developing Their Own Electric Vehicle Batteries
Xpeng Motors Raises Another $300 Million Ahead Of NY Stock Exchange IPO
According to The South China Morning Post, Xpeng Motors has recently raised an additional $300 million ahead of its New York Stock Exchange initial public offering. The $300 million is on top of the $500 million we reported the startup electric vehicle manufacturer raised last month. Xpeng has reportedly received the latest round of funds… Continue reading Xpeng Motors Raises Another $300 Million Ahead Of NY Stock Exchange IPO
GM invests in Lordstown Motors merger that will make it publicly traded
CLOSE Electric-truck maker Lordstown Motors is becoming a publicly traded company in a deal that will add $675 million to its coffers and boost its valuation to $1.6 billion, the company announced Monday. This transaction includes a $500 million fully committed private investment in public equity (PIPE), which includes $75 million of investments by General… Continue reading GM invests in Lordstown Motors merger that will make it publicly traded