Tesla is working on integrating vehicle sharing into its app, which could be a step further toward the long-awaited “Tesla Network” launch.
CEO Elon Musk said that one of the core goals of the design of the Model 3 (and Model Y later) was to build the electric car around self-driving and car-sharing/ride-sharing capability.
Things like the center display, the cabin-facing camera, and using…
Tesla is having issues securing solar panel supply amid the global supply crisis.
The issues are starting to lead to delays on some customer projects.
Last month, we reported on early signs that supply chain issues are affecting Tesla’s solar panel business.
Now things…
Toyota has reportedly partnered with China’s BYD to build a new affordable electric car to launch next year.
The Japanese automaker has widely been recognized as a laggard in the transition to electric vehicles.
Years of betting on hydrogen fuel cells and hybrid vehicles…
Quick Charge Podcast: December 2, 2021
December 3, 2021
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.
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StoreDot – makers of ultra-fast, Tesla-like 4680 cells – debuts self-repairing cell technology
December 3, 2021
StoreDot, an Israel-based electric vehicle battery startup, yesterday announced new patented technology that uses a background repair mechanism to allow battery cells to regenerate while they are in use. The company says the new technology will result in longer battery life…
Nissan unveils electric lunar rover prototype with ‘e-4ORCE’ all-wheel control present on upcoming Ariya
December 3, 2021
At its Futures event in Yokohama Japan, Nissan unveiled an electric lunar rover co-developed alongside the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA). The prototype features AWD technology that will soon be featured on certain trims of 2023 Nissan Ariya.
Nissan Motor…
Electrify America announced that it has now deployed over 30 MW of battery capacity using Tesla Powerpacks at over 140 charging stations.
In 2019, Tesla and Electrify America, VW’s electric vehicle charging network, announced that they reached a deal for the former to deploy Powerpacks at more than 100 charging stations operated by the latter.
We have been tracking their progress in…
BMW thinks its futuristic 75 mph electric scooter will corner the US market. Here’s how
December 3, 2021
When BMW first debuted its futuristic concept electric scooter last year, it looked like a lofty design experiment without much chance for a real future. But perhaps more shocking than the design was the fact that BMW actually followed through with it, putting the BMW CE 04…
Polestar publicly reveals Polestar 5, shares three-year plan for two additional EV models
December 3, 2021
During a live event at the Classic Car Club in Manhattan, Polestar has shared its three-year business plan that includes the launch of three new EVs, including two SUVs and the Polestar 5 sports sedan. Furthermore, the Swedish automaker shared its 2021 revenue, alongside…
Tesla (TSLA) asks US Government to waive tariffs on graphite from China, says it can’t get it elsewhere
December 3, 2021
Tesla is asking the US Government to waive tariffs on graphite coming from China – claiming it can’t get it elsewhere.
In three separate filings with the United States Trade Representative’s office, Tesla has asked the government to continue to waive tariffs on:
Artificial graphite, in powder or flake form
Artificial graphite, in powder form
Natural graphite, in powder form
Tesla says…
