Cleantech & EV’s

German automaker Volkswagen, has announced a long-anticipated generation 3.0 software update for its entire lineup of ID. electric vehicles. The 3.0 update includes a slew of new and optional upgrades to features like automated driving, charging performance, and the AR Heads-up Display. Table of contents Volkswagen’s background on OTA software updates Volkswagen Software-Generation 3.0…

The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) is looking for the driver of a Tesla Model S who performed a dangerous stunt that resulted in hit and run. The police are even offering a reward to find the culprit. Tesla has had a problem with social media influencers using its vehicles in dangerous fashions lately. It mainly had to do with its suite of driver assist features, like the TikToker who put…

GM has initiated a recall on the Hummer EV electric pickup truck over bad software affecting the taillights. However, it can’t fix the problem with a software update, and owners will have to go to dealerships to potentially have their taillights replaced. The Hummer EV is GM’s first vehicle using its new Ultium platform, but it’s not getting too much attention because it’s being produced…

One of the (probably unintended) consequences of putting us in a hybrid before the fully electric Volvo C40 Recharge is juxtaposing just how thoroughly satisfying a quiet, powerful pure EV powertrain in a premium coupe-crossover can be. C40 beautiful inside and out It’s hard to argue with the beauty and utility of the C40. It is intuitive. Getting in and out is easy, it is obvious how to work…