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A group of Tesla owners in Northern California have recently found themselves in a troubling situation after receiving threatening messages from a group of individuals claiming to be students. The messages urged the Tesla owners to get rid of their cars before Wednesday, February 12. The incident was first brought to light by the Lost Coast Outpost, which obtained a copy of the message sent by the group. According to reports, four Tesla owners in the city of Arcata reached out to the police after discovering threatening messages left on their vehicles. The first report was made on February 5,…
Rivian, the electric vehicle manufacturer, recently announced that they will be increasing the prices of their vehicles for Canadian customers by up to $10,000 CAD ($7,000 USD) by February 25. This decision was made in response to changes in the exchange rate between the U.S. dollar and the Canadian dollar. In an email sent out to customers, Rivian explained that the price increase is necessary due to the fluctuation in currency values. Canadian buyers who are interested in purchasing a Rivian vehicle are encouraged to place their orders before February 25 to lock in the current, lower price. The news…
Tesla Shows Appreciation to Cybertruck Owners with Complimentary Wheel Caps Tesla has recently made a heartfelt gesture towards some Cybertruck owners by offering complimentary wheel caps to those who have been waiting patiently for their Cyber Wheel Covers to arrive. The unexpected gift was confirmed by Cybertruck owner @DirtyTesla, who shared a message from the company expressing their gratitude. In a social media post, @DirtyTesla shared the message he received from Tesla, stating, “Tesla is sending a complimentary set of Cybertruck wheel caps due to the long wait for wheel covers. Really nice, thank you!” The email screenshot he posted…
Nissan’s recent failed merger with Honda has left the Japanese automaker in a precarious position. The $60 billion deal was seen as a potential lifeline for Nissan, providing much-needed capital and resources to help turn around its financial decline. However, the collapse of the merger talks has exposed underlying issues at Nissan, with pride and a lack of urgency cited as key factors in the deal falling apart. According to reports, Honda’s CEO proposed that Nissan become a subsidiary as part of the merger, a move that did not sit well with Nissan officials. Additionally, Nissan was criticized for its…
Tesla has officially launched its Full Self-Driving (FSD) feature in Mexico, marking the first expansion of FSD outside of Canada and the USA. This move comes ahead of the planned expansions to Europe and China, making Mexico the first country outside of North America to have access to Tesla’s advanced autonomous driving system. The announcement was made by the Tesla AI team on Twitter, with a message that read ¡Hola México!, accompanied by a post from Tesla Owners Mexico showcasing a Tesla vehicle utilizing FSD. This expansion opens up the possibility for Tesla owners to use FSD to drive across…
Tesla has officially announced that they will be releasing two highly anticipated variants of the new Model Y later this year. The Performance trim and a seven-seat configuration will be joining the lineup, giving customers even more options when it comes to choosing their perfect electric SUV. The news was revealed during a new episode of Jay Leno’s show, where Tesla CEO Elon Musk shared the exciting updates about the Model Y. The Performance trim is expected to offer enhanced speed and performance, making it a great option for those who are looking for a more exhilarating driving experience. With…
Mercedes-Benz has issued a recall for 7,362 EQB electric SUVs due to a battery issue that poses a fire risk. Customers are advised not to fully charge their vehicles until a remedy is implemented. The recall affects certain 2022-2024 Mercedes EQB models that received battery cells from an early-production batch. These cells are more susceptible to internal short circuits, increasing the risk of fires while driving or when the vehicle is parked. If any issues arise while driving, owners will receive a battery-malfunction warning message in the instrument cluster. However, there may be no external signs of a problem when…
Audi has recently unveiled a new base trim for its smallest European electric vehicle, the Q4 E-Tron. Known as the Q4 E-Tron 40, this model is built on the MEB platform, which it shares with the Volkswagen ID.4 and Skoda Enyaq. The Q4 E-Tron 40 is equipped with a 63-kilowatt-hour battery pack, providing a usable capacity of 59 kilowatt-hours. This battery configuration allows for a WLTP-rated driving range of up to 262 miles for the Sportback model and 256 miles for the regular SUV body type. Priced at $47,800 (46,150 Euro), the Q4 E-Tron 40 is powered by a single…
Federal New Democrat Party (NDP) Leader Jagmeet Singh has announced a bold plan that aims to prioritize Canadian workers and jobs, particularly in the auto industry. Singh stated that an NDP government would reintroduce electric vehicle rebates, with Canadians receiving a $5,000 rebate for purchasing an electric vehicle, which would double to $10,000 if the vehicle is made in Canada. This move comes after the previous rebate was eliminated by the Liberals due to the iZEV program running out of funds. In addition to the electric vehicle rebates, Singh also took a strong stance against President Donald Trump and Tesla…
Last week’s U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announcement regarding the freeze on the federal government’s EV charging infrastructure program has sparked reactions from various industry stakeholders, including automakers. According to a statement reported by Reuters, the Electric Drive Transportation Association (EDTA) has called on the Trump administration to reinstate the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program. The EDTA emphasized the program’s role in promoting U.S. innovation, domestic investment, and energy security. The EDTA’s membership includes six automakers: Ford, General Motors, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Stellantis, and Toyota, along with other stakeholders such as charging networks, charging-hardware suppliers, and Walmart. While the EDTA’s…