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Tesla has officially secured its first showroom location in India, signing a lease for a 4,000-square-foot space in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) for a monthly rent of Rs 35 lakh ($40,100). The news of Tesla’s inaugural store in the country was first reported by The Times of India. The Tesla India store will be situated on the ground floor of the BKC tower and is set to showcase Tesla’s range of electric vehicles. According to reports, Tesla has entered into a five-year lease agreement for its BKC store, with plans for a second showroom in Delhi’s Aerocity in the…
Tesla’s European Sales Suffer a Significant Decline Tesla is facing a challenging period in the European market, with sales plummeting and competition intensifying. The situation is particularly dire in countries like Norway, where Tesla’s once-stronghold is now faltering, with a staggering 48% decrease in sales compared to the previous year. This downward trend is consistent across Europe, mirroring a 45.2% drop in EV deliveries in January. Despite these troubling figures, some analysts believe that Tesla’s stock is undervalued. However, it is worth noting that Tesla’s price-to-earnings ratio is significantly higher than that of Toyota, standing at 900% above the Japanese…
Tesla Model S/X delivery wait times in Europe extend to August, suggesting impending refresh Tesla has pushed back estimated delivery dates for the Model S and Model X in Europe, with new orders now showing a 4-5 month wait time, instead of a four-week wait for delivery. This has sparked speculation among Tesla enthusiasts that a refresh or update to the Model S and Model X lineup may be on the horizon. With the extended delivery times, customers in Europe who are looking to purchase a new Model S or Model X will have to wait until August at the…
The 2025 Ford E-Transit, an all-electric version of the popular Transit van, is now available with new options while maintaining its competitive pricing. The base E-Transit cargo van is priced at $51,000 before destination charges, similar to the 2024 model. Ford also offers chassis cab and cutaway versions priced at $46,200 and $45,700 before destination, respectively. 2025 Ford E-Transit For 2025, Ford has introduced four new option packages tailored for specific trades, including electrician ($4,370), HVAC ($4,440), and general contractor ($2,900) packages. There is also a $3,300 folding-shelving package designed for delivery services with large shelves. The E-Transit, initially launched…
Airstream, a well-known manufacturer of iconic aluminum travel trailers, has stepped into the electric era with the introduction of their new Basecamp Xe model. This electric camper trailer is based on the regular Basecamp model but comes equipped with a 10.3-kWh battery pack and an array of solar panels on the roof to power all the appliances inside. Unlike the larger and more expensive Lightship RV, the Basecamp Xe does not have powered wheels. Instead, it relies on its battery pack to power all the amenities onboard. The trailer features a Battle Born lithium battery pack that powers a fully…
Kia recently hosted its EV Day 2025 event in Spain, showcasing a range of new electric vehicles and variants. Amongst the excitement, a common question arose – when will these new models make their way to America? However, Kia officials are facing challenges due to potential U.S. tariffs on vehicles produced outside the country. President Donald Trump has proposed a 25% tariff on all car imports, which could significantly impact the pricing and availability of new models. Kia’s President and CEO, Ho Sung Song, acknowledged the complexity of the automotive industry in light of these potential tariffs. The company is…
Kia is making waves in the electric vehicle market with its upcoming models, including the pint-sized EV2 Concept. But it seems that the automaker has even more surprises up its sleeve, as reports suggest that Kia is working on an even smaller electric model than the EV2. This new model, expected to be called the EV, will likely be the electric equivalent of the Kia Picanto city car. The Kia Picanto is already a compact city car popular in European markets, and the electric version of this model is expected to be even smaller than the EV2. With a smaller…
An anti-Elon Musk protest outside a Tesla store in New York over the weekend led to as many as nine arrests, with demonstrators attempting to prevent customers from entering the location. The protests at Tesla’s Manhattan store on Saturday drew hundreds of protestors, resulting in chaos and disruption. According to a report from Reuters, police arrested nine of the demonstrators at the scene. Footage from the protest shows crowds of protestors outside the Tesla store, with some attempting to stop customers from entering. One customer, Angelo Martinez, was captured on video being barred from entering the store as he tried…
General Motors (GM) has a long history of overcoming challenges, from surviving the 1970s oil crisis to weathering the competition from Japanese automakers in the 1980s. The company received a significant bailout from the U.S. government during the 2008-2009 financial crisis and managed to navigate through the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite these hurdles, GM now boasts the most diverse electric vehicle (EV) lineup among legacy automakers in the United States. Looking ahead to 2025, GM faces a new set of challenges that could test its resilience. The company has heavily invested in scaling up its EV programs, offering a range of…
The early 1990s Ford Mustang Foxbody has undergone a remarkable transformation, having its original engine replaced with an electric motor while maintaining its original five-speed manual transmission. The result is a vehicle that is now over twice as powerful as it originally was, with a significant boost in performance. What sets this EV conversion apart from others is the fact that it is actually lighter than the original, thanks to the use of exclusively new aftermarket parts. For purist enthusiasts, the idea of converting classic cars to run on electricity can be a contentious issue. Many prefer to keep these…