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Former Tesla executive Hiro Mizuno has refuted recent reports suggesting that the Japanese government is involved in discussions about Tesla acquiring Nissan factories. Mizuno took to X to address the claims, stating, “I have absolutely no involvement in what is reported in this article and am unaware of any such moves by the Japanese government.” Despite no longer being with Tesla, Mizuno expressed personal doubts about the feasibility of such a deal, highlighting the unique design of Tesla’s factories. The report from the Financial Times on Friday alleged that a proposal to bring Tesla in as a strategic investor in…
Kia Previews PV5 Electric Van Design Kia offered a sneak peek at the exterior design of its upcoming PV5 electric van, set to enter production later this year. The PV5 will be showcased in basic passenger and cargo versions, with additional variants and conversion options to be unveiled at the 2025 Kia EV Day event in Tarragona, Spain, on Feb. 24. At the same event, Kia will also reveal its EV4 sedan and hatchback models. The PV5 is part of Kia’s Platform Beyond Vehicles (PBV) initiative, which includes a range of flexible electric vans for commercial use. These vans were…
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has made the decision to drop its case against SpaceX, a private space company founded by Elon Musk. The case, which was filed during the Biden presidency, centered around allegations that SpaceX was discriminating against certain immigrants in its hiring practices. According to a recent report by Reuters, the Justice Department had been considering backing away from the lawsuit against SpaceX for some time. In a filing made in Brownsville, Texas, government lawyers requested to end a procedural pause so they could officially dismiss the legal complaint. The Justice Department specified that they would…
Rivian’s future is looking bright, with the startup recently announcing its first quarterly profit at the end of last year. The company has streamlined production and is gearing up to launch the affordable R2 model. Unlike some other automakers, Rivian has a clean brand image that could appeal to a wide range of buyers. However, 2025 will present some challenges for Rivian. Potential tariffs and the uncertain future of consumer EV incentives could impact the company’s profitability. The road ahead may not be smooth, but Rivian is well-positioned to weather the storm. On the global stage, China’s EV market is…
Tesla has officially ended sales of the Model Y Launch Series in Europe and has introduced the “regular” lineup of configurations for the electric SUV. According to an update to the Design Studio in a recent announcement, customers in Europe can now choose from a range of options when purchasing the Model Y. The Model Y Launch Series was initially introduced as a limited edition offering, featuring specific design elements and features that set it apart from the standard lineup. However, Tesla has now decided to discontinue sales of the Launch Series in Europe, giving customers the opportunity to customize…
Mercedes-Benz has recently announced plans for a new internal-combustion van architecture, in addition to their existing dedicated electric architecture for future vans. The new Van.EA platform will still see the debut of electric vans in 2026, but now there will also be combustion models based on the Van.CA architecture, which stands for Combustion Architecture, as stated in a press release by Mercedes. Mercedes-Benz van architectures Mercedes states that combustion and electric vans will share 70% of parts and will be produced on the same assembly lines, allowing for economies of scale and flexibility in response to changing powertrain demands. Currently,…
Delaware has long been known as the corporate capital of the United States, but recent developments suggest that its grip on the corporate world may be slipping. Frustrated CEOs, following in the footsteps of Elon Musk, are looking to leave the state’s Chancery Court and reincorporate elsewhere—a movement that has been dubbed as “Dexit.” Companies like Meta, Dropbox, Pershing Square, Trade Desk, Fidelity National Financial, and Sonoma Pharmaceuticals are considering exiting Delaware and incorporating elsewhere, according to a report by Yahoo Finance. These companies would join Musk’s Tesla, SpaceX, Boring Company, Neuralink, and X, which have already left the state.…
BMW recently unveiled exciting details about its upcoming next-generation electric vehicles. The Neue Klasse EVs are set to revolutionize the electric vehicle market with impressive features and capabilities. One of the most notable advancements is the remarkable driving range of at least 373 miles on a full charge, with some models offering up to 570 miles between charges. This range is on par with comparable gas-powered vehicles and effectively eliminates range anxiety for drivers. The first Neue Klasse EVs are scheduled to begin production in Hungary later this year, marking a significant milestone for BMW in the electric vehicle market.…
Volvo’s ES90 electric sedan will showcase the most powerful computing capacity ever seen in a Volvo vehicle. The EX90 electric SUV will also receive an upgrade to the same advanced processing technology through a retrofit. These enhancements will enable the vehicles to support AI-based features and implement more efficient battery management. Volvo recently unveiled its plan to introduce even more advanced computing hardware in its upcoming electric vehicles, building on the tech stack introduced in its current models. The ES90 sedan, set to be fully revealed on March 5, will be equipped with Nvidia’s Drive AGX Orin computing platform, boasting…
Tesla, the electric vehicle giant, is gearing up to make its mark in India with reports suggesting that an initial batch of vehicles will soon be shipped to a port near Mumbai. The news was first reported by Bloomberg News, citing sources familiar with the matter. According to the sources, Tesla is looking to kick off sales in India around the third quarter of 2025, with plans to focus on major cities like Mumbai, Delhi, and Bangalore. While it remains unclear which models will be available in the Indian market and where the vehicles will be sourced from, it is…