SpaceX’s Starship took a significant leap forward with today’s initial flight test of the fully integrated Starship and Super Heavy rocket, launched from Starbase in Texas. Starship made history at 8:33 a.m. CT, as it lifted off from the orbital launch pad for the first time. The vehicle reached an unprecedented apogee of around 39 […]
Summary: Honda debuted two prototypes, the e:NP2 and e:NS2, and a concept model, the e:N SUV 序, at Auto Shanghai 2023, as part of its e:N Series EV lineup. The automaker aims for 100% EV sales in China by 2035, with plans to introduce 10 Honda-brand EV models in the country by 2027. The new […]
SpaceX today completed its first flight test of Starship, lifting off from the pad in Starbase in Texas. The first launch wasn’t without some drama, as the countdown to 40 seconds paused, before some more last-minute flight checks, to only resume to counting down to launch. The roaring sound of 31 Raptor engines lighting up […]
Tesla’s mobile app was updated to version 4.20.69 today (naturally!) and the release notes indicate a couple of new updates, but one major addition is trip planning from the app. According to the release notes, Tesla says “Phone Key pairing no longer requires your Key Card to complete”. It’s unclear why they removed this step […]
Summary: JLR commits £15 billion ($16.4 billion USD) to advance its electric-first future, transforming UK plants into all-electric facilities. The company adopts a House of Brands approach to emphasize the unique character of Range Rover, Defender, Discovery, and Jaguar. The first all-electric Range Rover and reimagined luxury electric Jaguars signal the beginning of an exciting […]
Summary: Rivian plans to open its growing EV charging network to the public as early as next year. The company aims to build a network of 600 charging stations within two years across the US and Canada. Rivian could receive government funds starting in 2024 to expand its charging network, provided its chargers are open […]
On Tesla’s Q1 2023 earnings report, the company saw record production and deliveries, with revenues of $23.3 billion, up 24% year-over-year. In regards to the Tesla Cybertruck, the company shared photos of its production line and also winter testing photos for the first time. “Equipment installation for Cybertruck production at Gigafactory Texas continued in Q1 […]
Tesla today announced its Q1 2023 earnings and revenues of $23.3 billion for Q1 2023, up 24% year-over-year, while net income was at $2.5 billion, thanks to its record production and deliveries. Tesla sees the current macroeconomic environment as a unique growth opportunity, leveraging its cost leadership position. The company’s primary focus is to increase […]
Tesla announced its Q1 2023 earnings on Wednesday after the bell, revealing $23.3 billion in revenue and $2.5 billion in net income, thanks to record production and deliveries. The company also showed off the first images of the Cybertruck pilot line at Gigafactory Texas, plus an image of the upcoming truck winter testing. “Equipment installation […]
Mini, the British compact car maker owned by BMW, is considering producing electric vehicles (EVs) in North America to expand its cost-competitive offerings in the United States. According to sources familiar with the plans, a Mini electric crossover could go into production at BMW’s central Mexico factory in the second half of the decade, reports […]
Summary: CATL unveils condensed battery technology with 500 Wh/kg energy density, revolutionizing electric aviation and automotive industries. The innovative battery employs biomimetic condensed state electrolytes and other advanced materials for enhanced performance and safety. CATL collaborates with partners to develop electric passenger aircrafts and plans to mass-produce automotive-grade condensed batteries within the year. Tesla supplier […]
Tesla’s latest 2023.12 software update started rolling out over a week ago, offering new controls from the steering wheel’s left scroll wheel button. In the 2023.12 release notes, Scroll Wheel Customization says, “Do more with the left scroll button on the steering wheel. You can adjust settings like brightness and Acceleration Mode, or perform actions […]
Summary: Tesla and CS Energy collaborate on the $150 million Chinchilla Battery Project in Queensland, featuring 80 Tesla Megapack units for renewable energy storage. The project supports the Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan, targeting 70% renewable energy by 2032 and strengthening the energy grid. Chinchilla Battery will store wind and solar energy, providing 100 MW […]
Summary: Albanese Government invests $70M in EV charging infrastructure Funding aims to make EVs more accessible and address range anxiety Over ten projects to receive support, benefiting local governments, businesses, and communities The Albanese Government of Australia is taking a significant step towards making electric vehicles (EVs) more accessible to Australians with a new $70 […]
Tesla continues to tweak its prices and just dropped prices of the Model 3 and Model Y in the U.S., again (via @WholeMarsBlog). Price drops are $2,000 for the entry Model 3 and $3,000 off the entire Model Y lineup. Check out the price drops for Model 3 below: RWD: $39,990 (was $41,990; -$2,000) Performance: […]
