House Passes Biden’s $12,500 EV Tax Credit, ‘Build Back Better’ Bill Heads to Senate
After U.S. President Joe Biden unveiled his Build Back Better plan with a proposal to increase tax credits on zero-emission vehicles, the Build Back Better plan has officially passed the House. The U.S. House of Representatives passed President Joe Biden’s $1.9 trillion USD Build Back Better bill on Friday, according to CNET. The bill passed […]
Tesla Shop Gift Cards Now Available in Amounts $420, $69 and More
Tesla has unveiled new gift cards in its online shop for its US Tesla Shop on Friday (via @SawyerMerritt). “Give the gift of Tesla all year long. Add a personalized message to your digital Tesla Gift Card for any occasion and share the transition to a sustainable future with family and friends. Tesla Gift Cards […]
Entry Tesla Model 3 in China Sees Price Increase, Slower 0-100km Acceleration, More Range
Tesla has updated its entry Model 3 rear-wheel drive in China, as noted by @42how_. The updated Model 3 has increased in price by 15,000 RMB to 250,900 RMB. Also, the range has increased from NEDC 486 km to the China light-duty vehicle test cycle (CLTC)556 km. CLTC was created by the China Automotive Technology […]
Ford Plans to Double EV Production to 600,000 in Two Years, Says CEO
According to Automotive News, Ford has announced plans to double its projected global electric vehicle (EV) production to 600,000 units within the next 24 months. If Ford succeeds in doing so, the veteran automaker will become the No. 2 manufacturer of EVs in the U.S., behind only Tesla. According to Ford CEO Jim Farley, the carmaker […]
Canada ‘Concerned’ About Biden’s Buy-American EV Tax Credit
Heading into a meeting with U.S. President Joe Biden and Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador on Wednesday, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said he was “a little bit concerned” about the U.S.’s proposed increase in electric vehicle (EV) tax credits for locally assembled, union-built cars — reports Global News. “We are a little bit […]
Apple’s Self-Driving Car Will Lack Steering Wheel and Pedals, Debut in 2025: Report
As Apple’s electric car project, dubbed “Project Titan,” continues to take shape, the electric vehicle (EV) team’s new head is reportedly shifting the team’s focus to double down on autonomous driving technology. Apple is planning to accelerate its development plans for an electric vehicle (EV), with a renewed focus particularly on the EV’s self-driving capabilities, […]
GM’s BrightDrop to Sell 5,400 Commercial EVs to Merchants Fleet
The General Motors (GM) commercial electric vehicle (EV) arm BrightDrop will supply a number of vans to Merchant’s Fleet, as shared in a statement from the vehicle leasing company on Thursday. Merchant’s Fleet has shared plans to purchase as many as 5,400 electric delivery van units from BrightDrop, according to a report from Automotive News. […]
2022 Porsche Taycan GTS Sport Turismo Wagon Revealed
Adding to its current lineup of impressive electric vehicles (EVs), Porsche has revealed a new Taycan model that offers something special to U.S. buyers. Porsche shared the 2022 Porsche Taycan GTS and Taycan GTS Sport Turismo on Tuesday, just ahead of this year’s L.A. Auto Show, according to CNET. The Porsche Taycan GTS features a […]
SpaceX Starlink Wi-Fi Won’t Hit Tesla Superchargers in China: Report
After Tesla CEO Elon Musk confirmed it would be rolling out Starlink internet at U.S. Superchargers, the company has gone on to clarify that it doesn’t plan to use Starlink internet in China. Tesla reportedly stated that it has no plans to use Starlink service in China’s mainland, emphasizing Chinese data storage protocol would be […]
New York City’s MTA to Buy 60 Electric Buses From New Flyer
New York City’s robust transportation needs have allowed the city to amass a large fleet of buses, but in a new bid, one city agency is looking to move to zero-emission solutions with a major purchase of electric buses. On Wednesday, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) board approved a $64 million purchase of 60 all-electric […]
Tesla Could Take 20-25% of Auto Marketshare in 5 Years, Says Cathie Wood
Following Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s decision to exercise options and sell shares, one bullish investor is emphasizing how dominant the electric automaker could become over the next half of a decade. In a virtual interview on Wednesday, Ark Invest CEO and Founder Cathie Wood thinks Tesla could own 20 to 25 percent of market share […]
Tesla App Update: Custom Quick Controls and More; Unlock Supercharger Floor Locks in China
Tesla has updated its mobile apps for iOS and Android to version 4.3, which brings the following features: Customize quick controls on vehicle homepage with a long press Adjust Cabin Overheat Protection Widget improvements Sentry Mode Live Camera Access on supported cars in select countries (car software 2021.40.5 or newer required) After updating the Tesla […]
Biden Test Drives Hummer EV in Detroit, Calls it ‘One Hell of a Vehicle’ [VIDEO]
President Joe Biden on Wednesday visited Factory Zero, General Motors’ electric vehicle plant in Detroit, Michigan. As part of the electric vehicle factory tour, Biden test drove a Hummer electric vehicle, putting the large SUV through a short acceleration test. Biden was at the plant alongside GM CEO Mary Barra, United Auto Workers President Ray […]
Watch: Elon Musk Interview with Space Studies Board and Board on Physics and Astronomy [VIDEO]
On Wednesday afternoon, SpaceX CEO Elon Musk took time to speak and answer questions from the Space Studies Board (SSB) and Board on Physics and Astronomy (BPA). Musk started off his virtual prevention with his son Æ A-Xii on his lap, before minutes afterwards someone coming to whisk his toddler away. You can watch Musk […]
Tesla Superchargers Coming to Buc’ee’s Locations Across 7 States
Tesla and travel center and convenience store chain Buc’ee’s will be partnering for Superchargers, according to details uncovered by @MarcoRPTesla. Just unearthed an agreement between @Tesla and @Bucees to install Superchargers at 26 different stores across 7 states (TX, AL, GA, FL, TN, KY, SC)!! This is going to be absolutely nuts!!! pic.twitter.com/I7dVA7VdAe — MarcoRP […]