💰 Tesla has implemented a series of price adjustments, reducing the costs of the Model S, Model X, and Model Y vehicles in the US. 🚗 The Model S sedan received a $2,000 price cut, with the Dual Motor AWD now starting at $72,990 and the Plaid at $87,990. 🚙 The Model X SUV also…
🚗 Tesla seems to be starting deliveries of Model 3 vehicles with the black and white interior option. 🗞️ Buyers have been reporting receiving VINs for their white interior Model 3 orders placed as early as January 2023. 💻 Posts on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Tesla forums indicate this development. 🎉…
💼 Delivery estimates for Tesla Model 3 in China have been extended. 📅 Both the Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) and Long Range Dual Motor All Wheel Drive (AWD) versions are affected. 🔄 Prior to the update, delivery timeframes ranged from 2-6 weeks; now they are 3-6 weeks. 🚗 Model Y delivery estimates remain unchanged at…
🚗 The Tesla Cybertruck’s accelerator pedal issue has been listed as a recall by the NHTSA. 🔧 The recall affects 3,878 units of the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck produced between November 13, 2023, and April 4, 2024. ⚠️ High force applied to the pedal can dislodge it and trap it in the interior trim, leading to…
💼 Rivian announced plans to lay off 1% of its workforce to reduce costs during a slowdown in EV demand 📉 This is the second round of job cuts for Rivian in 2024 🔄 The company previously laid off 10% of its salaried workers in February 🔌 Rivian is not alone in laying off workers;…
💡 Stellantis acquired 49.5% of an Argentine solar power producer 🌞 The acquisition aims to increase self-sufficiency in operations 💰 Stellantis invested $100 million in 360 Energy Solar 🔋 Plans include developing new solar plants and installing large-scale solar storage systems 🚐 Expansion of hydrogen fuel cell vehicle production was announced for the European market…
⚠️ Tesla Cybertruck deliveries were paused due to an accelerator issue, according to Elon Musk’s recent comments. 🛑 The issue involved the metal plate on top of the Cybertruck’s accelerator sliding up and getting wedged between the pedal and the plastic bulkhead, potentially causing unintended acceleration. 🚘 Despite the issue, no injuries or accidents were…
💡 Redwood Materials has made significant progress in establishing a closed-loop battery materials supply chain at its Nevada campus. 🔄 The company has ramped up its hydrometallurgical operations, commissioned a large-scale recycling rotary calciner, and started producing battery anode copper foil. 🌱 Redwood’s goal is to provide a sustainable source of battery materials for the…
💡 Tesla may proceed with establishing a network of nine Megacharger stations for the Tesla Semi despite the Biden Administration’s rejection of funding. 🛣️ The EV maker could pivot to state funding or use its own resources to build the Tesla Semi Megacharger route. 💰 Tesla was seeking almost $100 million from the administration’s Charging…
🚗 New Tesla Model 3 Performance details are emerging despite Tesla’s limited public communication. 🕵️♂️ Spotted units of the new Model 3 Performance suggest an imminent release. 🔍 Great Britain’s order page source code reveals key features of the upcoming Model 3 Performance. 💪 All-new high-performance drive units promise over 500 horsepower and rapid acceleration.…