Shares of Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers experienced a significant downturn, influenced by Tesla’s recent price reductions in China and a sluggish start to January sales. NIO, XPeng, and Zhejiang Leapmotor Technology all saw notable declines in their stock values, reports the Wall Street Journal. On Wednesday, NIO’s shares dropped 9.6% to HK$49.05 (US$6.27), following […]
Tesla’s Model Y is poised to become Europe’s best-selling car for the year 2023, outpacing its closest competitor, the gasoline-powered Dacia Sandero. According to preliminary data from market researcher Dataforce, the U.S. electric vehicle (EV) maker’s midsize SUV holds a significant lead, with sales figures indicating a clear advantage in the European market, reports Automotive […]
Peplink, a leader in SD-WAN routers, has entered a significant agreement with SpaceX’s Starlink, becoming an Authorized Technology Provider. This collaboration aims to integrate Starlink’s Flat High Performance terminal with Peplink’s routers, addressing the challenges of cost, speed, and reliability in internet services for mobile, maritime, and remote businesses. “Our combined solution gives any business […]
Tesla has announced significant price cuts for its Model Y vehicles in Germany, with reductions up to €5,000 (via @Tslachan). The new prices are as follows: Model Y RWD is now priced at €42,990 (previously €44,890), Model Y Long Range at €49,990 (down from €54,990), and Model Y Performance at €55,990 (reduced from €60,990). In […]
Uber is collaborating with Tesla to encourage its drivers in the United States to switch to electric vehicles (EVs), aiming for zero emissions in U.S. and Canadian cities by 2030. This initiative includes exclusive incentives for Uber drivers to purchase Tesla’s Model 3 and Model Y, in addition to existing federal tax credits. “We know […]
SpaceX’s Starlink has introduced its innovative Community Gateways program, offering fiber-like internet speeds to some of the most remote locations on Earth. This groundbreaking service starts at $75,000 per Gbps per month, with a one-time upfront cost of $1,250,000. The Community Gateways program is set to revolutionize satellite internet with download and upload speeds of […]
In what can be described as a stroke of miraculous luck combined with safety engineering, a family’s Monday holiday turned into a harrowing tale of survival when a massive eucalyptus tree, along with a light post, came crashing down on their Tesla on 19th Avenue in Golden Gate Park in San Francisco. The family, who […]
Mazda has entered into a strategic agreement with Tesla to adopt the latter’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) for its battery electric vehicles (BEVs) set to launch in North America starting from 2025, said the Japanese automaker on Tuesday. By integrating NACS in its upcoming BEVs, Mazda aims to expand charging options for its customers, […]
A record-breaking 1.2 million U.S. vehicle buyers opted for electric vehicles (EVs) last year, as reported by Kelley Blue Book, a Cox Automotive company on Tuesday. The leader in EV sales? None other than Tesla. EVs have emerged as the fastest-growing segment in car sales, capturing a 7.6% share of the total U.S. vehicle market […]
Agricultural machinery giant John Deere has announced a significant collaboration with SpaceX’s Starlink to enhance its digital farming capabilities. This partnership aims to provide internet connectivity to Deere’s agricultural equipment in remote areas, leveraging Starlink’s extensive satellite fleet. “This takes us a step closer to ubiquitous connectivity anywhere in the world. The biggest opportunity for […]
LG Electronics has launched its first electric vehicle (EV) charger production facility in the United States, marking a significant expansion in its EV charging solutions infrastructure. The new factory, spanning 5,500 square meters, is strategically located in Fort Worth, Texas, and aims to produce over 10,000 units annually for the North American market. This facility […]
Panasonic is set to introduce an upgraded version of its electric vehicle battery cells, potentially as early as this year, according to Shoichiro Watanabe, the Chief Technology Officer of the company’s energy business. These enhanced 2170 cells are expected to begin production at the Nevada plant operated jointly with Tesla between 2024 and 2025, reports […]
In response to a YouTube video by Engineering Explained titled “No, Tesla Cybertruck Is Not Faster Than Porsche (While Towing)”, Wes Morrill, Cybertruck Lead Engineer at Tesla, provided a detailed reply on the weekend. Engineering Explained critically examines Tesla’s claim about the Cybertruck’s towing capabilities versus a Porsche 911—while the truck was towing the same […]
The buzz surrounding Tesla’s Cybertruck expansion has reached new heights with rumors circulating about its arrival in China—not for sale, but as an eye-catching store display. This speculation has been fueled by discussions within a dedicated Cybertruck chat group, which includes nearly 500 members, all holding preorders for the futuristic vehicle, with many eager to […]
Image: Brandon Tesla has introduced notable changes to the steering wheel design in its 2024 Model X, featuring a traditional center horn and a new dedicated camera button. This update marks a shift from the previous model’s capacitive horn button on the steering wheel. The change was highlighted by a Tesla enthusiast, Brandon (@brandontsla), who […]
