Tesla has officially launched its CCS adapter for $250, enabling Tesla drivers to access public charging stations. This is a product that Tesla owners have been wanting for a long time.
For the past year, Tesla has indicated that it is about to open its Supercharger network to non-Tesla electric vehicles. This has been a concern for Tesla owners since it will increase traffic at Supercharger…
Jaguar Land Rover converting Halewood factory to build EVs, saving the factory’s fate
September 21, 2022
Jaguar Land Rover has begun converting its Halewood plant to support the company’s transition to electric vehicles. After several years of uncertainty, workers at the Halewood plant can finally take a deep breath and, for the rest of us, get ready for the first…
China has a new Tesla clone, and it starts at just $26,000
September 21, 2022
Chinese automaker Changan Automobile has launched a new electric vehicle that strongly resembles the Tesla Model 3, but it starts at just $26,000.
Tesla has had some issues with Chinese companies getting “inspired” by its designs in the past. Those vehicles are often…
Cops on electric Harley-Davidsons, but with a twist: Police department adopts Serial 1 e-bikes
September 21, 2022
Police departments around the country have been going electric quickly. You might think that means more cops in Teslas and electric trucks, but many departments are seeking out electric two-wheelers for patrol use. The latest example happens to be on a fleet of Harley-powered Serial 1 electric bikes.
Harley-Davidson motorcycles are the traditional motorized two-wheelers of choice for police…
Quick Charge Podcast: September 20, 2022
September 21, 2022
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This innovative solar foundation company just got $40M in funding
September 21, 2022
San Rafael, California-based Ojjo, whose solar foundations will hold the photovoltaic panels on one of the largest solar farms in the United States, just closed a $40 million Series C funding round.
Ojjo’s Earth Truss system will be an essential part of the $1.2 billion…
GM is transforming its business to meet the future of transportation by introducing a full lineup of new electric vehicles this year. With “EV for everyone,” GM is hoping it can reach the masses and speed up the transition to sustainable transportation. In the company’s latest push toward a cleaner future, the automaker released seven new EPA standards that could help drive EV adoption in…
From drawing board to assembly line in 12 months: Volta Zero truck nears series production
September 20, 2022
Commercial EV startup Volta Trucks has shared another major milestone in its lightning fast 12-month journey in bringing its flagship Zero truck into production. The very first Volta Zero truck has rolled off its assembly line in Austria, kicking off a series of validation…
Fisker partners with Wallbox to bring competitively priced chargers to Fisker EV owners
September 20, 2022
Fisker continues building momentum as the Southern California-based EV maker announced Tuesday it will partner with Wallbox to offer its EV charging solutions to Fisker electric vehicle owners. The new partnership is designed to accelerate the transition to EVs, giving…
Tesla is creating a simulation of San Francisco in Unreal Engine
September 20, 2022
Tesla is creating a simulation of San Francisco in Unreal Engine, which is primarily a video game engine, to test its Autopilot and Full Self-Driving systems.
Over the years, Tesla has taken flack for testing its Autopilot and Self-Driving features with its customers on public roads.
But to be fair, there will be several steps taken before any Tesla software gets to a customer.
It is always first…
