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An anti-Tesla activist suspected of throwing Molotov cocktails at a Tesla store is facing a potential long prison sentence, according to United States Attorney General Pam Bondi. The attacks on Tesla locations and vehicles have been on the rise, with incidents ranging from stores being shot up to vehicles being vandalized and set on fire in suspected arson cases. One such incident involved a Tesla store in Salem, Oregon, being attacked with Molotov cocktails. President Donald Trump has issued a strong warning to those targeting Teslas, labeling such actions as domestic terrorism. He made it clear that anyone caught deliberately…
Battery-electric CLA 250+, CLA 350 arrive first Non-PHEV CLA hybrid coming in a year EVs have 800-volt architecture, 320-kw max charging Mercedes-Benz will kick off the replacement of all its global small cars this year—and when they do, all the models coming to the U.S. will sport some sort of electrification. But some will be more electric than others. Battery-electric CLAs will be the first of the new generation of compact cars to arrive late in 2025. They’ll be followed by a CLA hybrid about a year after that, with replacements for the GLA-Class hatchback and GLB-Class yet to come.…
The Trump administration’s rapid-fire tariffs and tariff threats have left every car company on edge, with potential price increases for new cars looming on the horizon. The uncertainty surrounding tariffs has made it challenging for automakers to plan for the future and make crucial business decisions. Even Tesla, which was thought to be less impacted by tariffs due to its high level of US manufacturing, is now feeling the pinch. Despite CEO Elon Musk’s close relationship with President Trump, the electric car manufacturer is warning of potential challenges ahead. This Friday edition of Critical Materials delves into the impact of…
An anti-Tesla activist suspected of throwing Molotov cocktails at a Tesla store is facing a lengthy prison sentence, according to United States Attorney General Pam Bondi. In recent times, Tesla locations and vehicles have been under attack, with stores being shot at, vehicles vandalized, and set on fire in suspected arson incidents. One such incident involved a Tesla store in Salem, Oregon, being attacked with Molotov cocktails. President Donald Trump has issued a strong warning to those attacking Teslas, labeling such actions as domestic terrorism. He made it clear that individuals caught deliberately harming Teslas would face severe consequences. In…
An anti-Tesla activist suspected of throwing Molotov cocktails at a Tesla store is now facing a potential lengthy prison sentence, according to United States Attorney General Pam Bondi. Recent attacks on Tesla locations and vehicles have raised concerns, with incidents ranging from stores being shot up to vehicles being vandalized and set on fire in suspected arson attacks. In a particularly alarming case, a Tesla store in Salem, Oregon, was targeted with Molotov cocktails. President Donald Trump has issued a strong warning to those attacking Teslas, labeling such actions as domestic terrorism. He stated that individuals caught deliberately harming Teslas…
Exciting News for GM EV Owners: Discounts Available for Home-Backup Power Hardware Additional Incentives for Opting to Suspend Charging During Peak Times Paving the Way for Future Vehicle-to-Grid Programs General Motors electric vehicle owners in select areas of California may be eligible for a $4,500 discount on home-backup power hardware through a new pilot program in collaboration with Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E). Announced recently, this program aims to explore the potential of bidirectional charging in GM EVs to power homes and support the grid, known as vehicle-to-home (V2H) and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) applications. The discounted hardware is one of the…
BMW is making big strides in the world of electric vehicles, with their upcoming Neue Klasse EVs setting the bar even higher. These new models, named after BMW’s classic “New Class” cars from the 1960s and 1970s, promise to deliver improved range, software, performance, and efficiency compared to the current lineup. The latest additions to the Neue Klasse family are the BMW i3 (NA0) sedan and the BMW iX3 (NA5) SUV. While only the iX3 has been officially named so far, it’s likely that the sedan will follow a similar naming convention. Both models are expected to debut at the…
Israel has extended an invitation to Elon Musk’s Tesla to submit a bid for providing electric cars for the country’s top government officials, a senior Israeli official confirmed on Thursday. The move comes as Israel continues to push forward with its electric vehicle goals, aiming to have 1.3 million electric vehicles on its roads by 2030 and for all 6 million private cars to be electric by 2050. “We aren’t going to bow to woke trends,” the official told JNS. “Teslas are great cars and we look forward to studying their bid.” In response, Musk expressed his appreciation on X,…
Tesla Model Y Makes a Comeback in Norway and Sweden Recent vehicle registration data from Norway and Sweden indicates that Tesla sales are on the rise again in March, driven primarily by the introduction of the new Model Y. This comes after a period of decline for Tesla in several European markets during the first two months of 2025. Tesla Model Y Dominates in Norway Norway, known as the world’s EV stronghold, has seen a resurgence in Tesla sales. According to the Norwegian Electric Vehicle Statistics, the Model Y has quickly climbed to the top of the registration charts this…
DC fast charging operators in the United States are cracking down on the use of non-approved adapters at their charging stations. With the rise in popularity of electric vehicles, the need for adapters to facilitate charging at different types of charging stations has also increased. However, not all adapters are welcome, and operators are enforcing strict rules on what can and cannot be used. Tesla, for example, only allows adapters that are sold or provided by Tesla or other automakers at their Supercharger stations. Third-party adapters, extension cords, and breakaway devices are strictly prohibited. This policy aims to ensure the…