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–> Tesla is not giving up on the Model S and Model X just yet, as the company is gearing up for another refresh of its flagship vehicles. In a recent episode of the Ride the Lightning podcast, Tesla CEO Elon Musk revealed that the company is aiming to release a new version of the Model S and Model X in late 2025. This news comes as a surprise to many, as Tesla has been focusing on its more popular Model 3 and Model Y vehicles in recent years. However, Musk emphasized that the Model S and Model X are…
Tesla is taking a stand against vandalism at its Supercharger stations by announcing that they will be filing legal action against those responsible for defacing the company’s property. The decision comes after a recent incident where a Supercharger stall was vandalized with Nazi graffiti, sparking outrage among Tesla enthusiasts and the general public. The vandalism was brought to light by a user on X, who posted a photo showing the word “Nazi” and a swastika spray-painted on a Supercharger stall. The user expressed concern that such actions could tarnish Tesla’s brand image, prompting a response from the official Tesla Charging…
Report suggests GSA may pull the plug on thousands of EVs and chargers GSA provides vehicles to federal agencies; 20% of 2024 light-vehicle orders were EVs Could affect chargers at national parks, VA hospitals, other venues The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), which manages all federal government buildings and has been nicknamed by some as the largest landlord in the world, is reportedly planning to shut down its EV chargers and offload some or all of its EVs. The move would take about 8,000 charging connectors and thousands of EVs out of service, according to a report from The Verge,…
Tesla, the electric vehicle giant, recently received a warm welcome from India’s Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal. Goyal expressed his enthusiasm for Tesla’s entry into the Indian market, along with other global companies looking to invest and manufacture in the country. During a discussion about Tesla’s expansion into India, Minister Goyal highlighted the impact of construction and vehicles on pollution in cities. He reassured the public that the Indian government is committed to reducing pollution and promoting a cleaner environment. Goyal emphasized the government’s support for the use of electric vehicles as a significant step towards achieving this…
BMW is gearing up for a major transformation with the upcoming launch of its first electric car based on the Neue Klasse platform. This new vehicle is poised to introduce cutting-edge technologies and set new benchmarks in terms of efficiency and performance. Recently, at a Tech Day event held at the Landshut plant in Munich, BMW disclosed some key technical details about the upcoming range of vehicles. One of the major highlights is the shift from prismatic cells to cylindrical cells for the batteries of the Neue Klasse cars. These batteries will come in two formats – 4695 cells for…
Mercedes-Benz and Factorial have recently unveiled a groundbreaking prototype EQS equipped with a cutting-edge solid-state battery. This innovative technology is set to revolutionize the EV industry by offering more range, faster charging times, and enhanced fire safety compared to traditional lithium-ion batteries. The EQS is currently undergoing road testing and is expected to deliver an impressive 620 miles (1,000 kilometers) of range on the WLTP cycle. Solid-state batteries have long been anticipated, with many considering them to be stuck in the lab-experiment phase. However, with the collaboration between Mercedes-Benz and Factorial Energy, the world’s first solid-state battery vehicle from a…
The future of Mini EVs is looking to be quite exciting, as reports suggest that these small, fun vehicles may soon switch to the BMW Neue Klasse platform. This platform, created by BMW with rear- or all-wheel drive in mind, could bring a significant change to the traditional front-wheel drive Minis that we have come to know and love. According to a report by Autocar, the current electric Minis will be replaced by Neue Klasse-underpinned cars once they reach the end of their lifecycle. Joachim Post, a BMW board member, hinted at the possibility of a switch to rear-wheel drive,…
Tesla enthusiasts can look forward to a refresh of the Model S and Model X lineup, set to debut in late 2025. Lars Moravy, VP of Vehicle Engineering at Tesla, hinted at the upcoming changes during a recent appearance on the Ride the Lightning podcast, teasing fans with a cryptic, “Just give it a minute, we’ll get there.” The last significant update for the Model S and Model X occurred in early 2021, which introduced a revamped interior featuring retractable cupholders, enhanced storage options, a second-row touchscreen, and an updated center console. While specific details about the 2025 refresh remain…
Dongfeng, a lesser-known car brand based in China, has recently introduced a new electric crossover called the Dongfeng Nammi 06. This compact SUV is slightly larger than the Nissan Kicks, measuring 169 inches in length (4,300mm). While currently only announced for the Chinese market, there is potential for the Nammi 06 to expand its reach to other parts of Asia and possibly Europe in the future. The Dongfeng Nammi 06 represents the brand’s foray into the electric vehicle segment, leveraging its expertise gained from joint ventures with Nissan and Honda. With a design that bears resemblance to the Kia EV9…
The Polestar 3 electric SUV is set to receive an upgraded chipset for its second model year, as confirmed by the automaker in a recent press release. Scheduled to debut in showrooms later in the 2025 calendar year, the 2026 Polestar 3 will be the first of the brand’s EVs to be equipped with the Nvidia Drive AGX Orin processor, a more advanced successor to the Drive AGX Xavier processor that the SUV initially launched with. 2026 Polestar 3 charging Along with being integrated into newly manufactured vehicles, the more powerful processor will also be offered as a complimentary upgrade…