Tesla has started rolling out its 2022.4.5.5 software update, as detected by third-party companion service @Teslascope. We detected a new Tesla software update (2022.4.5.5) pending installation on four vehicles.https://t.co/64VbrLTd9u — Teslascope (@teslascope) March 2, 2022 According to vehicles part of the @TeslaFi fleet, this update looks to be rolling out for vehicles in Europe, detected […]
South Korean automaker Hyundai will use their “N” badge —reserved for the performance variants of their mainstream models— on their novel EV lineup. Spy pictures from InsideEVs confirm the development of the upcoming Hyundai Ioniq 5 N, first announced last year by Albert Biermann, recently retired head of Hyundai research and development. Sporting a […]
Tesla Motors has released on social media a mesmerizing promotional clip showing the impact of their electric vehicles in the day-to-day life of a small village in the Yunnan Province in Southwest China. The four-minute video posted this Wednesday on the Chinese microblogging site Weibo focuses on a resident who returned to his hometown to […]
Electric vehicles (EVs) are a primary focus for Hyundai, as detailed on Wednesday in the company’s electrification roadmap. Hyundai plans to introduce 17 new BEV models by 2030, targeting 1.87 million annual battery-electric vehicle (BEV) deliveries by the same year, according to a press release. If Hyundai reaches the target, the automaker’s sales will account […]
With Polestar set to begin production on the new Precept electric vehicle (EV), the automaker has shared a second upcoming concept, Polestar has unveiled its second concept car built on the Precept design, called the O2 electric roadster and includes a convertible roof, according to a press release shared on Wednesday. The vehicle is also […]
Electric vehicles (EVs) are slowly but surely becoming the most coveted cars on the market, and one group in Canada is working to make mass adoption happen through a new plan it hopes the government will adopt. Tesla is encouraging its fans in Canada to speak to their members of Parliament about supporting the country’s […]
South Australia-based emerging lithium producer Core Lithium Ltd., announced on Wednesday an agreement with Tesla Inc to supply the automaker with up to 110,000 tonnes of lithium spodumene concentrate over a term of four years. The deal has boosted Core Lithium’s shares up 13% in early trading. “Subject to execution of a definitive agreement, Core’s […]
After news that Lucid Motors had delivered its first electric vehicle (EV) with 500 miles of range, @WholeMarsBlog noted that “Tesla will be the first to mass produce one.” In response, Tesla CEO Elon Musk explained why the company hasn’t yet made a 600-mile range vehicle, saying that the range would detract from the vehicle’s […]
A number of Tesla owners are having issues with their vehicle’s 12-volt lithium-ion battery dying too quickly, and the automaker’s head is apparently looking into the issue. @Tesla_Adri shared a story about Tesla’s new 12-volt battery dying quickly under certain conditions on Tuesday, saying that he knew of at least five cases of the issue […]
Following an update on Monday detailing Ford’s plans to run its electric vehicle (EV) business separate from its gas car business, the automaker has unveiled its strategy to create two distinct auto arms. Ford announced plans to separate its business into two distinct, interdependent auto businesses on Wednesday, called Ford Blue and Ford Model e, […]
In his State of the Union Address, President Joe Biden mentioned that American manufacturers like Ford and General Motors are investing large amounts of money into building electric vehicles. These figures were shared via the President’s official Twitter account, which got Elon Musk’s attention. The tweet mentions that Ford is investing $11B, while GM will […]
In response to a tweet by the Tesla Silicon Valley Club, Elon Musk mentioned that Tesla’s primary challenge with the upcoming Cybertruck is to make it affordable. On Monday evening, the Tesla Silicon Valley Club responded to a Twitter thread with Elon Musk asking about Cybertruck pricing. Elon Musk responded, saying, “Our primary challenge is […]
It appears recent rumours about Ford wanting to run its electric vehicle business separately from internal-combustion engine (ICE) businesses may be coming true. Reuters reports Ford will make the announcement of the separation of EV and ICE businesses on Wednesday, according to unnamed people familiar with the matter. Once separated, the businesses will still be under […]
Rivian today announced a slew of configuration updates for its R1T electric pickup truck and R1S electric SUV, accompanied by price hikes of up to 25% for both. Much to the chagrin of reservation holders, the price increases also apply to existing pre-orders and add-ons. Introducing our new Dual-Motor AWD configuration and our 260+ mile […]
Back in January, it was reported Tesla was reportedly set to bring a push center horn to its Model S and Model X vehicles with yoke steering wheel, instead of a touch button as it currently stands. A Model S at the time was spotted with a sticker that said, “airbag horn enabled in SW […]
