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Faraday Future, a company that prides itself on its “Co-Creation Strategy” and focus on “AI EVs,” recently made headlines with the unveiling of the Faraday X Super One. The event, held on the ninth floor of a shopping mall parking garage near Los Angeles’ Skid Row, was far from a typical car reveal. It was a surreal rooftop party, complete with a mocktail bar and a host of influencers. But what exactly is the Faraday X Super One and what is Faraday Future all about? Faraday X is a new sub-brand of Faraday Future that aims to offer more affordable…
Tesla has recently announced a new set of promotions for its Model 3, Model Y, and Cybertruck vehicles in the United States. The goal of these promotions is to stimulate demand amidst a challenging quarter for electric vehicle sales. Following a 14% year-over-year decline in global deliveries during the second quarter of 2025, Tesla is facing increased competition and softer sales in the U.S. market. Despite maintaining a significant lead in the U.S. EV market, the company is taking proactive measures to bolster sales ahead of the expiration of the $7,500 federal EV tax credit on September 30. For the…
There are some potential downsides to consider when purchasing a used Rivian R1T pickup. While the price may be enticing, especially when compared to the hefty price tag of a brand-new model, there are some factors to keep in mind. One of the main considerations is the availability of service centers. As mentioned earlier, Rivian is still a relatively new automaker, and their service network is not as extensive as more established brands. This could mean longer wait times for service appointments, and in some cases, having to drive long distances to reach a service center. This is something to…
Waymo, a leading autonomous vehicle company, has just announced a significant expansion of its all-electric robotaxi service area in Austin, Texas. This move comes hot on the heels of Tesla’s recent expansion in the same city, creating a fierce rivalry between the two companies in the autonomous driving space. Tesla made headlines earlier this week when it doubled its Robotaxi coverage in Austin, expanding its geofence into a unique phallic-shaped area. This expansion gave Tesla a larger autonomous pilot footprint than Waymo, but the tables have turned with Waymo’s latest announcement. Waymo has now extended its geofence from North to…
The Trump administration recently announced that car manufacturers will no longer have to pay fines for missing fuel economy targets dating back to 2022. This decision, outlined in a letter from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, essentially wipes away penalties under the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) program. The move comes as a result of the Republicans’ One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which eliminated fines under CAFE regulations. This decision is just one of many steps taken by the federal government to roll back support for cleaner cars and electric vehicles. In addition to waiving fines for fuel economy…
Lucid Motors, in collaboration with Uber and Nuro, recently unveiled an ambitious partnership aimed at launching a premium global robotaxi network. This groundbreaking initiative will see Uber deploying over 20,000 autonomous Lucid vehicles equipped with Nuro’s cutting-edge self-driving technology in various markets worldwide over the next six years. The program is set to kick off in a major U.S. city in 2026, utilizing Lucid’s Gravity SUV platform integrated with Nuro’s advanced Level 4 autonomous driving system, known as the Nuro Driver™. These autonomous vehicles will be exclusively available on the Uber platform, either owned and operated directly by Uber or…
Tesla Announces New ‘Hey, Grok’ Wake Word for In-Car AI Assistant Tesla has confirmed that its latest in-car AI assistant, Grok, will soon be equipped with a hands-free wake word. Grok was introduced in the 2025.26 update and Tesla is already working on enhancing its capabilities.Elon Musk revealed that Grok will soon respond to the wake word “Hey, Grok” in Tesla vehicles. This will make the conversational assistant feel even more human-like by recognizing its own name.Currently, Grok is activated by a long press of the voice command button (or right scroll wheel on older models). A single tap of…
The autonomous vehicle industry is heating up in Austin, Texas, as Tesla and Waymo engage in a geofence expansion battle. It all started when Tesla made a bold move by doubling its geofence size to cover 42 square miles in Austin. This put Tesla ahead of Waymo, which previously had a geofence of just 37 square miles in the city. In response, Waymo decided to up the ante by expanding its geofence to a whopping 90 square miles in Austin. This impressive move includes new neighborhoods such as Crestview, Windsor Park, Sunset Valley, Franklin Park, and popular tourist destinations like…
Subaru has been making waves in the electric vehicle market with its Solterra model, selling over 12,000 units in the U.S. last year. With a 21% increase in sales in the first six months of this year, it’s clear that the company’s customers are embracing EVs. To cater to this growing demand, Subaru has introduced a new electric crossover called the 2026 Subaru Uncharted. The 2026 Subaru Uncharted was recently unveiled in New York City, showcasing its sleek design and impressive features. Built in collaboration with Toyota, the Uncharted is the twin of Toyota’s C-HR, which has been hailed as…
Tesla has decided to give fans more time to participate in its TeslaVision fan video contest, extending the deadline to August 31 or until 10,000 entries are received. Originally set to close on July 17, this extension gives procrastinators a chance to enter and potentially win a brand-new Model Y. Announced on June 11, the contest challenges participants to create a short video (90 seconds or less) showcasing how Tesla enhances their lives with more freedom, safety, fun, and convenience. The competition is open to both Tesla owners and non-owners in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. To enter, contestants must…