Stories by Sarah Lee-Jones

NIO Day 2023 commenced in Xi’an yesterday, illuminating the city’s skyline and marking the beginning of a new journey for the Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer. The event, set against the backdrop of Xi’an’s historical significance, showcased NIO’s latest advancements in electric vehicle technology and infrastructure. The spotlight of NIO Day 2023 was the official reveal […]

Detailers at Fremont, California-based OCDetailing took a look at the impact of glossy and matte paint protection films (PPF) on Tesla’s Cybertruck, shedding light on how these finishes can transform the vehicle’s stainless steel exterior. The primary purpose of applying PPF on the Cybertruck is not for paint protection, as is typical with other vehicles, […]

SpaceX’s Starlink has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing 2.3 million customers worldwide, announced the company on Thursday. The service, now operational in over 70 countries, has expanded its reach to all seven continents and oceans, marking a new era in global connectivity. Starlink’s website has introduced a new section dedicated to sharing stories from […]

Ford Motor Company faces a significant divide among its dealers regarding the transition to electric vehicle (EV) sales and services. According to the Detroit Free Press, approximately half of Ford’s dealers in the United States, totaling around 1,550, have opted not to sell EVs in 2024. Instead, they are waiting to decide whether to invest […]

Tesla has issued a safety “recall” report (23V-862) for its 2021-2023 Model S and Model X vehicles, citing noncompliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 214, specifically concerning side impact protection. The issue affects approximately 120,423 vehicles, with an estimated 100% of these potentially having the defect. The issue was identified during routine […]

Mohegan Sun, known for its casino and entertainment offerings, has now become a destination for electric vehicle enthusiasts with the opening of Tesla’s first showroom and full sales and delivery center in Connecticut—made possible as it’s on tribal land outside of state jurisdiction. Located at the Shops at Mohegan Sun, across from the Tuscany restaurant, […]

Tesla’s latest holiday software update includes a new Light Show called ‘The Arrival’.  Today, Tesla showed off five Cybertrucks performing a Light Show, a synchronized effort that was also in formation. “Perform a synchronized light show with multiple Tesla vehicles…and a new song 🎶”, said Tesla on Thursday. “Rolling out now in this year’s holiday […]

The electric vehicle (EV) and battery startup sector, once a beacon of high-flying promise, is now grappling with survival challenges. A Wall Street Journal analysis of recent filings reveals that at least 18 EV and battery startups are at risk of depleting their cash reserves by the end of 2024. This group includes high-profile companies […]

Tesla is currently under scrutiny by Norway’s traffic safety regulator, the Norwegian Public Roads Administration (NPRA), for potential suspension failures in its legacy Model S and X vehicles. This investigation could lead to a recall, as informed by the agency to Reuters. Senior engineer at NPRA, Tor-Ove Satren, revealed that the agency began inquiring into […]

Tesla has made a notable shift in its compensation policy this year, as managers informed some salaried employees that the company will not be offering merit-based equity awards. This change, reported by Bloomberg, comes without a specific explanation from the company, but is believed to be a widespread move affecting various departments. Traditionally, Tesla’s annual […]

Tesla has announced a significant expansion of its Supercharging network in Ireland, opening it up to all electric vehicle (EV) drivers. This move is part of Tesla’s broader strategy to promote the adoption of electric vehicles globally. Tesla’s Superchargers, known for their high-speed charging capabilities of up to 250kW, can add as much as 275km […]

Lars Moravy, Head of Vehicle Engineering at Tesla, gave Sandy Munro a tour of the company Giga Factory in Austin Texas, to show how Tesla Cybertruck stainless steel panels are made. The video tour, led by Moravy, showcases the company’s stamping building, which houses three five-stage tandem presses and transfer presses, including two hot stamping […]

Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, and Scout Motors have announced their commitment to implement Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) in their future electric vehicles starting in 2025. This move is set to significantly enhance the charging experience for EV customers in North America. Back in June, Volkswagen said it was “evaluating” supporting NACS, and now it […]

Canada has taken a significant leap in promoting clean transportation with the finalization of its new Electric Vehicle Availability Standard. Rumors of the final plan had been previously leaked to the media by senior government officials. Announced by Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change on Tuesday, the Standard aims to increase the supply […]

The White House has announced its support for the auto industry’s initiative to standardize Tesla’s electric vehicle (EV) charging plugs across the United States, known as the North American Charging Standard (NACS). This move is part of a broader strategy to boost EV sales and address climate change. In 2023, over 1 million EVs were […]