Whether you’re a new or veteran Tesla owner, you’re hopefully aware of how and where to charge your Tesla, especially on its ever-growing Supercharger network. Especially if you’ve had your Tesla for a few years, you have – or still do – qualify for free Supercharging from Tesla. Here are the best ways to determine whether you or your Tesla model still qualify for free charging.
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Two-wheelers replacing four: Is the IAA’s new focus on mobility a glimpse of the future for global cities?
July 22, 2021
The Frankfurt Auto Show, better known in many circles by its German initials IAA, was the biggest automotive show in the world. But if the last 18 months have taught us anything, it’s that the world is changing – and quickly. Transportation has been one of the most…
Tesla (TSLA) sells back Maxwell Technology’s ultracapacitor business to former executives
July 22, 2021
Tesla (TSLA) has sold back Maxwell Technology’s ultracapacitor business and brand after acquiring it just over two years ago.
Back in 2019, Tesla announced the acquisition of Maxwell Technology, a San Diego-based ultracapacitor and battery company, for over $200…
Study dispels myth that electric cars pollute as much as gas-powered cars due to ‘dirty’ grid
July 21, 2021
A new study dispels the persistent myth that electric cars pollute just as much as gas-powered cars because they charge on a “dirty” electric grid, and mining for battery materials is polluting.
While electric cars have no tailpipe emissions, unlike vehicles equipped with an internal combustion engine, they still pollute through the energy needed to produce them, like any other product, and…
Elon Musk confirms Tesla plans to open Superchargers to other automakers later this year
July 21, 2021
Elon Musk has confirmed that Tesla plans to open its Supercharger network to other automakers later this year.
It’s something that has been in the works for a while.
It’s hard to put a number on that value, but there’s no doubt at this point that Tesla’s…
Quick Charge Podcast: July 20, 2021
July 21, 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.
New episodes of Quick Charge are recorded Monday through Thursday and again on…
Tesla has dropped the price of their FSD Computer/Hardware 3.0 upgrade to $1,000, from the previous price point of $1,500. This applies to vehicles that still have Hardware 2.0/2.5 computers and want to try the new Tesla FSD subscription service rolled out this weekend.
The move comes after significant criticism from Tesla forums and from us here at Electrek, who pointed out that Tesla is…
In today’s Electrek Green Energy Brief (EGEB):
Walmart’s maritime shipping caused more pollution in 2019 than a coal-fired plant emits annually.
A solar company sues the Department of the Interior over offshore wind farm approval.
UnderstandSolar is a free service that…
Highways England is considering imposing the UK’s first pollution-linked speed limits to help reduce smog in Sheffield. But why should electric vehicle drivers have to slow down too?
The speed limit proposal in England
If approved, a mandatory 60 mph speed limit would…
Volkswagen’s electric vehicle plan starts to deliver volumes: 171,000 BEVs so far this year
July 21, 2021
The Volkswagen Group’s plan to accelerate electrification is starting to pay off as we are now seeing significant delivery volumes of fully electric vehicles from the German automaker’s brand.
The group has already delivered 171,000 BEVs so far this year.
Following the Dieselgate scandal and Herbert Biess taking over as CEO, the Volkswagen Group initiated what is arguably the most ambitious…
