Back in 2019, Apple introduced a new option that let users opt out of sharing their Siri recordings with Apple due to privacy concerns. While this option is still available in iOS 15, it seems that the option wasn’t working as expected. The company has now fixed that bug with iOS 15.4.
Apple said that a bug found in early versions of iOS 15 resulted in recordings of users’ conversations with…
Ford CEO says company will reduce allocations to dealers charging ‘unreasonable’ markups on F-150 Lightning electric pickup
February 8, 2022
Ford CEO Jim Farley says that the company is addressing the situation where dealers are charging ‘unreasonable’ markups on the F-150 Lightning electric pickup and other vehicles.
The demand for Ford’s first electric pickup truck has been through the roof.
It managed…
Jeep’s new off-road electric scooter for adults unveiled today, showcasing partnership with Razor
February 8, 2022
Jeep has a new electric scooter known as the RX200 heading your way soon, expanding the brand’s presence on two wheels. But just like with Jeep’s electric bicycle project, it didn’t go it alone. This time the automaker teamed up with Razor to create Jeep’s first…
First 10,000 Ford Pro E-Transit deliveries begin as Ford looks for ways to increase production in Kansas City
February 8, 2022
Ford today announced that the first deliveries of its E-Transit work van were beginning to the over 300 customers who already had more than 10,000 total orders placed. Ford said it “is now working on ways to increase E-Transit production.”
The E-Transit is the second of three Ford marquee model lines that will be made electric.
Ford Pro begins shipping the all-new E-Transit, the electric…
Swedish electric surfboard company Awake has spent several years enjoying elite status in its industry, known for creating the most extreme electric surfboards that money can buy. And now with the Awake RÄVIK S 22, the company is splashing down with yet another new board…
Michigan will get a new graphite processing factory to support US EV battery production
February 8, 2022
Graphex Technologies has entered into an exclusive non-binding memorandum of understanding (MOU) to form a joint venture with Emerald Energy Solutions to construct and operate a graphite processing facility in Michigan.
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Subaru opens reservations for Solterra EV and announces a charging partnership with EVgo
February 8, 2022
Subaru of America will officially begin taking reservations today for its upcoming Solterra. For $250 down, customers can select their preferred Subaru retailer, trim, and exterior color. Additionally, the automaker shared that Solterra customers will be able to take advantage of a new partnership with EVgo, offering access to its 46,000 charging locations across the US.
Subaru is a Japanese…
Volvo Cars to invest over $1 billion to upgrade Swedish plant with tech-like mega casting for its next generation of BEVs
February 8, 2022
Volvo Cars has shared news that it plans to invest SEK 10 billion (~$1.09 billion) in its Torslanda manufacturing plant in Sweden, to deliver advanced production practices for its next generation of fully electric vehicles. This includes mega casting of aluminum body parts…
Ford CEO: We would rival Tesla right now if we were producing enough electric vehicles
February 8, 2022
Ford CEO Jim Farley made an interesting comment that highlighted just how the perception of Tesla has massively shifted in the automotive industry over the last few years.
It was just a few years ago that the consensus about Tesla amongst leaders at legacy automakers was…
Tritium CEO to meet President Biden today following announcement of a new DCFC manufacturing facility in Tennessee
February 8, 2022
DC fast charging hardware and software manufacturer Tritium outlined plans for a new manufacturing facility in Lebanon, Tennessee this morning. Furthermore, all chargers produced at the new facility are expected to comply with Buy America Act provisions. As a result, Tritium CEO Jane Hunter will meet President Biden at the White House today to discuss US EV infrastructure.
Tritium is a DC fast…
