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Fisker Opening Flagship Lounge in Los Angeles
Published Aug. 18, 2023 Fisker Inc. will open its U.S. flagship Lounge at The Grove in Los Angeles, CA, on Aug.
ADAS Could Prevent 37M Crashes Over Next 30 Years: Study
Written by Andrew Gross, AAA Published Aug. 17, 2023 Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) are the eyes and ears of your car.
More EV Charging Stations Coming to Pennsylvania
Written by Anthony Hennen, The Center Square Published Aug. 15, 2023 Gov. Josh Shapiro said Aug. 14 that Pennsylvania will spend $34 million on dozens of projects in the commonwealth to build out charging stations for electric vehicles.
Connected Vehicle Technology Becoming Key Selling Point for EV Adoption
Published Aug. 15, 2023 New-car buyer appetites for electric vehicles (EVs) are evolving and connected vehicle technology is becoming a key selling point for EV adoption, according to new study findings from Escalent, a data analytics and advisory firm.
Average New Tesla Price $54,660 in July, Down 20% YOY
Written by Dan Mihalascu, InsideEVs Published Aug. 15, 2023 The past 12 months have been wild for electric vehicle prices as Tesla disrupted the market once again with its generous price cuts.
Tesla Driver Who Crashed into Police Car Warned by Autopilot 150 Times: Report
Written by Simon Alvarez, Teslarati Published Aug. 14, 2023 On Feb. 27, 2021, a 2019 Tesla Model X reportedly on Autopilot crashed into a police vehicle at 54 mph.
Waymo, Cruise Approved to Operate 24/7 Robotaxi Services in San Francisco
Written by Maria Merano, Teslarati Published Aug. 13, 2023 Waymo and Cruise received victories in San Francisco, CA, where the two robotaxi providers received approval to operate their driverless cars 24/7 in the city.
Colorado Proposes Generous EV Incentives for New Buyers
Written by Suvrat Kothari, InsideEVs Published Aug. 11, 2023 Colorado could soon compete with California for maximum incentives offered on electric vehicle purchases.
NHTSA Opens Special Probe into Fatal Tesla Model Y Crash in Virginia
Written by Dan Mihalascu, InsideEVs Published Aug. 11, 2023 The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is opening a special crash investigation into a deadly accident involving a Tesla Model Y that smashed into a heavy truck.
Mitchell Report Details Collision Claim and Repair Differences Between EVs, ICE Vehicles
Mitchell Report Details Collision Claim and Repair Differences Between EVs, ICE Vehicles Published Aug.
Chevy Bolt EV That Missed Battery Recall Spontaneously Combusts in MA Driveway
Written by Chris Chilton, CarScoops Published Aug. 9, 2023 A 2021 Chevy Bolt caught fire outside its owner's house in Massachusetts---a blaze that might not have happened at all if the Bolt had been repaired as part of a recall announced by GM in 2021 when it discovered some EVs were catching fire due to faulty batteries.
Electric Grid & Infrastructure Challenges Could Limit EV Adoption
With seven states taking steps to require all new passenger vehicles sold to be zero emissions by 2035, experts are looking closely at the cost and environmental impact of these cars, including their production, operation and disposal.
Here's How Pepsi Runs Its 21 Tesla Semi Trucks at Sacramento Depot
Written by Dan Mihalascu, InsideEVs Published Aug. 9, 2023 While PepsiCo---the first commercial owner of a Tesla Semi fleet---may be limited by its contract with Tesla when it comes to the amount and type of information it can disclose to the public, the company has provided interesting insight into the Tesla Semi ownership experience over the past few months.
Rivian Delivers Strong Q2 Earnings, Raises Production Guidance for 2023
Written by Joey Klender, Teslarati Published Aug. 9, 2023 Rivian had a strong second-quarter earnings report and is raising its production guidance for 2023, now expecting to build 2,000 more vehicles than it previously forecasted.
Fisker Reports Q2 Losses, Cuts Production Target Due to Supply Woes
Written by Suvrat Kothari, InsideEVs Published Aug. 8, 2023 California-based Fisker has cut its production forecast for the year due to supply chain troubles, the brand said in its Q2 earnings call.
Autel Releases 2023 ADAS Calibration Coverage
Published Aug. 8, 2023 Autel released 2023 ADAS calibration coverage for an extensive list of vehicle brands and added a dynamic, first-in-the-industry DTC analysis feature to provide causes and solutions for ADAS sensors and components faults.
Fisker Unveils 4 New Upcoming EVs
Written by Suvrat Kothari, InsideEVs Published Aug. 5, 2023 Fisker made a big splash Aug. 3 during its Product Vision Day 2023 event by revealing four new electric vehicles that will join the Ocean SUV in the next couple of years.
Hyundai, Kia, Genesis Hit with Class-Action Suit Over Faulty Charging Ports
Written by Iulian Dnistran, InsideEVs Published Aug. 4, 2023 Owners of all-electric vehicles sold by Hyundai, Kia and Genesis have filed a nationwide class-action lawsuit against the car manufacturers, claiming certain models feature defective charging ports that can lead to longer than advertised charging times or even a failure to charge, potentially leaving users stranded.
Tesla, Rivian Head to Court in NDA Battle
Written by Joey Klender, Teslarati Published Aug. 2, 2023 Tesla is heading to court against former employees who joined rival automaker Rivian in a lawsuit claiming they breached non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) related to trade secrets.
Toyota's Collaborative Safety Research Center Announces New Projects
Published Aug. 1, 2023 Toyota's Collaborative Safety Research Center (CSRC) on July 27 announced plans to launch three new projects as part of its next phase of research, dedicated to advancing safety in mobility technologies.
Bollinger Motors Receives $3 Million Jobs Creation Grant from Michigan
Published Aug. 1, 2023 Mullen Automotive, Inc., an emerging electric vehicle manufacturer, announce July 26 that Bollinger Motors received final approval from the state of Michigan for a $3 million grant aimed at promoting job creation in the state.
Ford F-150 Lightning Production Resumes
Written by Dan Mihalascu, InsideEVs Published Aug. 1, 2023 Ford has resumed F-150 Lightning production at its Rouge Electric Vehicle Center (REVC) in Dearborn, MI, after a six-week shutdown.
Tesla to Open Sales and Service Center in Providence, RI
Written by Simon Alvarez, Teslarati Published Aug. 1, 2023 A former Stop & Shop location in Providence, RI, is expected to be transformed into a new Tesla service center and showroom.
Subaru, Panasonic Energy Discussing Partnership for Supply of EV Batteries
Published Aug. 1, 2023 Subaru Corporation and Panasonic Energy Co., Ltd., on July 31 announced they have started talks to build a medium- to long-term partnership to meet demand for battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and automotive batteries in a rapidly expanding market.
Tesla Seeking $100M in Federal Funding for Semi Charging Route
Written by Joey Klender, Teslarati Published Aug. 1, 2023 Tesla is reportedly seeking around $100 million in funding for a charging route from Texas to California that would host nine charging stations for all electric-semi trucks, according to a new report from Bloomberg.
Tesla Cybertrucks Continue to Roll Across Production Lines at Giga Texas
Written by Joey Klender, Teslarati Published Aug. 1, 2023 Tesla Cybertrucks continue to roll across production lines at Giga Texas, as another sighting shared recently indicated the automaker is working hard to get units ready for production.
GM’s Cruise Bringing Self-Driving Robotaxis to Nashville
Written by Simon Alvarez, Teslarati Published Aug. 1, 2023 Cruise CEO Kyle Vogt said the company will expand its robotaxi service to Nashville, TN.
ASE Vouchers Now Available for EV Testing
Published July 31, 2023 The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) has made vouchers available for EV certification testing.
GM Launches Effort to Educate Consumers About Assisted Driving Features
Published July 31, 2023 General Motors on July 28 launched “Hands Free, Eyes On,” a consumer education program to encourage consumer confidence in the use of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) as part of GM’s larger commitment to the safe deployment of these technologies, like Super Cruise.
Ford CEO Predicts ‘Pace of EV Adoption Will Be Slower than Expected’ in Near Term
Written by Maria Merano, Teslarati Published July 30, 2023 Ford CEO Jim Farley predicted electric vehicle adoption will be slower than expected, at least in the near term.
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