Paris raised eyebrows earlier this year when the city voted to ban shared electric scooters. While privately owned electric scooters were still allowed, the thousands of shared electric scooters that were commonly used by locals and tourists were forced to vacate the city, with unexpected results.
The idea for a shared electric scooter ban was originally floated late last year in response to the…
Chinese EV maker Nio to spin off battery unit: report
December 6, 2023
For years, Chinese EV maker Nio has essentially done it all, delving into high-end EV manufacturing, in-house batteries, autonomous driving, and chips, as well as innovative battery-swapping tech and even making smartphones, all while pulling in huge investments and talent…
Watch the Tesla Cybertruck take on a Rivian R1T and Hummer EV in an epic drag race [video]
December 6, 2023
Tesla’s Cybertruck is one of the most highly anticipated EV releases of all time. With the new electric truck officially rolling out, many want to see how it stacks up against the competition. Watch the Cybertruck take on the Rivian R1T and Hummer EV in an exciting drag…
Elon Musk commented on the upcoming low-cost Tesla electric car, saying that it is “advanced” in its development. The CEO also commented on the “revolutionary” manufacturing advancements that Tesla is making to make the vehicle a reality.
While the cost of Tesla vehicles have come down recently, they are still not financially accessible to most people – like most new cars.
The launch of…
Hyundai and Kia exports hit new record driven by strong demand for electric vehicles
December 5, 2023
South Korean automakers Hyundai and Kia hit their highest export performance ever. The surge in exports was driven by Hyundai’s competitive EVs and expanding global sales.
Hyundai and Kia were recognized for their performance at the 60th Trade Day ceremony in South…
EPA data shows Rivians are more efficient than Cybertrucks, even with larger wheels and batteries
December 5, 2023
Following several new documents containing details of the Tesla Cybertruck posted to the EPA’s website, we have been able to better understand the efficiencies the truck will achieve. While Cybertruck should perform better than nearly all its current competitors in the…
Heliene just expanded its US solar panel manufacturing again
December 5, 2023
Solar panel maker Heliene has invested $10 million to ramp up manufacturing capacity at its Minnesota factory.
The Canadian solar panel maker is expanding Minnesota Line One, an original manufacturing and assembly line at its Mountain Iron factory. Minnesota Line One was first installed in 2018, and Heliene’s investment is doubling its capacity from 150 MW to 300 MW. It’s contiguous to a 500…
The Jeep Renegade will sail off into the sunset after the 2023 model year. Jeep’s cheapest vehicle will be discontinued as the brand joins the EV race in North America.
Jeep introduced the Renegade in the US in 2015. Starting at $29,445, the Renegade is Jeep’s…
Tesla starts detecting speed cameras – Waze-like service?
December 5, 2023
Tesla is starting to roll out a new feature to warn drivers about speed cameras in cars. Is a Waze-like system finally coming?
For years now, we have been wondering why Tesla hasn’t implemented some kind of Waze-like system inside its vehicles. There are now millions of…
Denmark to block its ports against Tesla shipments to Sweden
December 5, 2023
Another day, another chapter in the weeks-long Tesla strike in Sweden – but this time a union in Denmark says it will stop offloading and transporting Tesla vehicles to Sweden as it joins in a sympathy strike with IF Metall, forming the beginnings of a Nordic port blockade against Tesla.
Today, harbor workers and drivers at Denmark’s 3F union issued a statement saying they too will take…
