Tesla’s operations are already off to a swift start in Israel, where the company is reportedly starting a new energy storage project. On Monday, Israeli green technology company Nofar Energy announced a partnership with Tesla, which will supply $30 million worth of battery storage systems, reports Globes. Tesla’s energy storage systems are expected to store […]
Tesla has expanded its Full Self-Driving (FSD) beta in recent weeks, and they’re planning on doing even more in the months to come. In a video shared Monday by YouTube channel and Tesla enthusiast Chuck Cook, we get a close look at Tesla’s FSD beta 8.2 version 2021.4.11.1 as it attempts to make a series […]
Volkswagen has major plans to shift towards electric vehicles (EVs), and despite not having a full line of EVs yet, the company is already playing a major role in the European market’s move to sustainable transportation. For February 2021, the small VW e-UP! EV was the top seller in Germany, followed by the Tesla Model […]
Volkswagen (VW) denied claims that it would join forces with Tesla on Tuesday, responding to “Squawk Box Europe” on whether the company would rule out future deals with the electric vehicle (EV) company, as reported by CNBC. VW CEO Herbert Diess said, “No, we haven’t considered [it], we are going our own way. We want […]
Texas is one of the few states which strictly regulates vehicle sales, requiring all vehicle sales to be made through third-party franchised dealerships. The system, which currently doesn’t affect legacy automakers like Ford or General Motors, may soon be uprooted by a new bill, according to a new report. In an update Monday, The Statesman […]
Tesla has been known to switch up its stock tire options from time to time, with a recent change to the company’s website noticed and shared on Twitter. According to @42how_ on Twitter, Tesla China’s 19 and 20-inch Model Y tire options are now supplied by Goodyear, though they used to be supplied by Hankook/Michelin. […]
The Union Bank of Switzerland (UBS) called Volkswagen Tesla’s most credible rival earlier this month, and it would be hard to deny the claim, especially amidst news of new electric vehicle (EV) factories from the European company. On Monday, Volkswagen announced plans to establish six battery cell factories across Europe by 2030, according to Reuters. […]
On Monday, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Premier of Quebec François Legault together announced plans of an equal investment of nearly $100 million (CAD) into Lion Electric, with the money going towards the establishment of a highly-automated battery pack assembly plant in Saint-Jérôme, according to a press release. The Lion Electric project, which is […]
Tesla’s Powerwall has been expanding its reach across the United States in recent months, but it will no longer do so without the addition of solar options. On Monday, electrek reported that Tesla has stopped receiving orders for the Powerwall or its home battery packs, without also being linked to a solar panel package of […]
After an impressive start to the year, Xpeng Motors saw a dip in sales following major price cuts to the rival Tesla’s Model Y SUV. However, the Chinese company still has a lot going for it, including the support of its own government in the world’s largest auto market. Xpeng Motors was awarded 500 million […]
The prices of accessories listed on Tesla’s website change all the time, and in a recent change, the company has increased the price of the tow hook in some countries. As Tesla North reader @raffaeru points out, Tesla has increased the price of the Model 3 tow hook to €1,350 ($1,614 USD) in Europe. Back […]
Honda Electric SUV Concept Unveiled at Beijing Auto Show in Fall 2020. On Thursday, Honda announced plans to sell two fully-electric SUVs in the US in 2024, with hybrid gas-electric versions of many of its top-selling models also expected soon, according to Associated Press. The news comes amid an acknowledgement that the company has work […]
Electric vehicle (EV) company Tesla has been known for diversifying its endeavors. But in a new update, it’s also looking to roll out its auto insurance option across the US, one executive says. The Palo Alto, California company already offers Tesla auto insurance in California, but according to Forbes, they’re also seeking permission from state […]
Tesla’s 7-seater Model Y began delivering to customers earlier this month, and it’s already beginning to pop up on Tesla’s existing inventory page. Now, buyers can search Tesla’s inventory page for the 7-seater Model Y, with a new checkbox to sort by the seven-seat interior option (via Reddit). While demand for the Model Y is […]
In a video shared Friday by carwow on YouTube, Mat the host drives three electric vehicles until their batteries run out of juice to test their range. The cars tested include a Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus (SR+), a Model 3 Performance, and a Polestar 2. The claimed ranges according to the cars starting […]
