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In recent months, there has been a significant shift in the electric vehicle market as more automakers are starting to provide North American Charging Standard (NACS) adapters to allow their EV owners access to the Tesla Supercharging network. Ford, Polestar, Volvo, and General Motors have all jumped on board, offering these adapters for a fee ranging from $200 to $230. However, Hyundai has taken a different approach by offering the NACS adapter to its EV owners at no cost starting next year. This means that owners of Hyundai’s Ioniq 5, Ioniq 6, and Kona Electric models will be able to…
Nio has recently unveiled its first electric vehicle under the Firefly budget brand, the Firefly EV. This compact hatchback takes design cues from the popular Honda e, with a unique front and rear light clusters that give it a distinctive look. While technical details are scarce at the moment, the Firefly EV promises to be maneuverable and spacious inside. One standout feature of the Firefly EV is its support for battery swapping. Nio plans to establish Firefly-specific swap stations in Europe, offering the service at a significantly lower cost compared to the ones currently available for Nio’s main brand vehicles.…
Electric Vehicle Startup Canoo Places Remaining Employees on Mandatory Unpaid Break Electric vehicle startup Canoo has made the decision to place its remaining employees on a “mandatory unpaid break” until at least the end of the year, according to a report by TechCrunch. An email sent to employees stated that they would be locked out of Canoo’s systems starting at the end of the day on Friday, with benefits continuing through December. This action follows Canoo’s recent announcement of furloughing 82 employees and suspending operations at an assembly facility in Oklahoma due to financial constraints, as reported by TechCrunch. The…
The unveiling of Tesla’s Cybercab without a steering wheel or pedals left many people in awe. The lack of traditional driver controls raised questions about how the vehicle would be operated. Recently, a video from the Petersen Museum shed some light on the matter, showing the Cybercab being controlled from the front seat as it navigated through the facility. Sources familiar with the situation revealed that Tesla has devised a unique solution for driving the Cybercab – an Xbox-like video game controller. This controller plugs into the car and allows for steering and pedal input, compensating for the absence of…
Tesla’s latest round of Supercharger Voting for Q4 2024 has wrapped up, and Canadian Tesla owners and enthusiasts can celebrate as five new locations across the country have emerged victorious. The winning locations are: Five Four Three Two One These new Supercharger stations will help expand Tesla’s charging network in Canada, making it easier for owners to travel long distances without worrying about range anxiety. In addition to announcing the Q4 2024 Supercharger Voting results, Tesla has also opened up voting for Q1 2025. This gives Tesla owners the opportunity to have a say in where the next round of…
Merger Talks Begin Between Honda and Nissan Merger talks have commenced between Honda and Nissan. The merger will establish the automakers under a joint holding company by August 2026. EVs, hybrids, platforms, and software will form the core of overlap. A potential strategic partnership between Honda and Nissan will align them on intelligence, EVs, and more, as confirmed by the global automakers on Monday. The companies have signed a memorandum of understanding as the initial step towards merger talks, with Mitsubishi potentially joining as a third partner. Nissan currently owns approximately 34% of Mitsubishi shares, with some platform-sharing between the…
VinFast, a Vietnamese automaker, has been facing a series of challenges and controversies surrounding the quality and safety of its vehicles. Recently, Hazar Denli, an engineer who worked for Tata Technologies, a consulting firm that played a significant role in the chassis engineering of VinFast’s models, came forward with serious safety concerns. Denli claimed that he was fired and blacklisted after expressing his worries about the inadequate suspension components of VinFast’s VF6, VF7, VF8, and VF9 models on a Reddit thread. According to Denli, during validation testing, certain parts showed premature wear and tear, which could potentially lead to a…
Tesla is set to significantly expand its Supercharger network in Canada in 2025, with plans to open over 50 new sites and add more than 630 charging stalls across the country. Earlier this month Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced the ambitious plan, which will make it easier for Tesla owners to travel long distances and charge their vehicles quickly and conveniently. The new Superchargers will be strategically located in key areas across Canada, including major cities and popular travel routes. This expansion will not only benefit current Tesla owners, but also encourage more Canadians to make the switch to electric…
Tesla has exciting news for Canadian electric vehicle owners, as the company has announced plans to open over 630 Supercharging stalls and 50 Supercharging sites across the country next year. This expansion is part of Tesla’s forecast to increase its charging infrastructure in Canada, making it easier for Tesla owners to travel long distances without worrying about running out of charge. The new Supercharger locations will be spread across various provinces, providing convenient access to charging stations for Tesla drivers. Some of the notable locations include Tofino on Vancouver Island, which is finally getting some love from Tesla with 12…
Tesla analyst Gary Black recently expressed a pessimistic outlook on the future of Tesla’s robotaxi fleet. In a post on X, Black raised the question of how many Tesla owners would actually opt to enroll their vehicles in the company’s robotaxi fleet. He predicted that less than 50% of Tesla owners would be willing to participate, citing concerns about lending their cars to strangers as a major deterrent. Black’s concerns are understandable, as the idea of allowing strangers to use one’s personal vehicle can be unsettling for many people. However, Tesla CEO Elon Musk has likened the company’s robotaxi fleet…