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VinFast Breaks Ground at North Carolina EV Facility
VinFast Breaks Ground at North Carolina EV Facility Published July 28, 2023 VinFast announced July 28 it has officially broken ground at its electric vehicle manufacturing site, located within the Triangle Innovation Point in Chatham County, NC.
On The Lighter Side: Abandoned Tesla Roadsters Removed From Crates And Headed To U.S.
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Tesla Gets Around Connecticut Direct Sales Ban with Loophole
Written by Simon Alvarez, Teslarati Published July 27, 2023 Tesla appears to have found an effective loophole that would enable it to operate in Connecticut, which has taken a stance against the electric vehicle maker over the years through initiatives designed to block it from establishing a presence in the state.
EV Suspected Source of Cargo Ship Fire that Killed 1
Published July 26, 2023 An electric car being transported by a cargo ship is the suspected source of a fire that broke out on the ship late July 25, the Dutch coast guard said.
Tesla’s First EV Plant Stoppage Begins at Fremont, CA, Factory
Written by Joey Klender, Teslarati Published July 26, 2023 Tesla’s first EV plant stoppage has started at the Fremont Factory in California, just a week after CEO Elon Musk said production facilities would be closed at various times throughout the third quarter to perform plant upgrades.
7 Carmakers Partner to Launch New EV Charging Network in North America
Written by Dan Mihalascu, InsideEVs Published July 26, 2023 A new EV public charging network joint venture will be created in North America by seven major global automakers.
Next-Gen Chevrolet Bolt Confirmed, Will Use Ultium Tech
Written by Dan Mihalascu, InsideEVs Published July 25, 2023 The popular and affordable Chevrolet Bolt will live to see another day, as General Motors CEO Mary Barra confirmed a next-generation version of the Bolt is in the works.
Stellantis, Samsung SDI to Build 2nd Battery Plant in U.S.
Written by Christopher Smith, InsideEVs Published July 25, 2023 Four months after ceremoniously raising the first beam of steel on its new battery plant, partners Stellantis and Samsung SDI have announced plans to build a second sprawling facility.
Mercedes EQE Loaner Car Burns Down Inside Florida Homeowner's Garage
Written by Dan Mihalascu, InsideEVs Published July 24, 2023 A Mercedes-Benz EQE sedan caught fire and burned to a crisp inside a Nocatee, FL, homeowner's garage July 19, severely damaging the building.
Nissan to Adopt North American Charging Standard for EVs
Published July 23, 2023 Nissan has reached an agreement with Tesla to adopt the North American Charging Standard (NACS) beginning in 2025, providing Nissan customers even more choices when it comes to charging their electric vehicle.
PG&E Rolls Out New Programs to Accelerate EV Adoption in Underserved Communities
PG&E Rolls Out New Programs to Accelerate EV Adoption in Underserved Communities Published July 21, 2023 In support of California's goals for vehicle electrification and climate action, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is offering two new programs designed to improve access to electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure for customers in underserved communities.
Tesla Reveals New Cybertruck Details
Written by Joey Klender, Teslarati Published July 20, 2023 Tesla revealed new details about the all-electric Cybertruck during its Q2 2023 earnings call July 19.
GM Promises to Speed Up EV Production After Slow Rollout in First Half
Written by Iulian Dnistran, InsideEVs Published July 19, 2023 General Motors has had a rough first half of the year when it comes to the number of all-electric vehicles delivered throughout the U.
Thieves Stealing More EV Charging Cables
Written by Enrico Punsalang, InsideEVs Published July 19, 2023 Electric vehicles are growing in number as more people buy electric cars and bikes.
Rivian Showroom to Open in Luxury Chicago Neighborhood
Written by Maria Merano, Teslarati Published July 19, 2023 Rivian plans to open its first showroom in Chicago’s Gold Coast, marketed as an area for luxury lovers, befitting Rivian’s brand goals.
NJ Governor Moves to Implement EV Sales Mandate
Written by Christian Wade, The Center Square Published July 19, 2023 New Jersey will require car manufacturers to ramp up sales of electric vehicles leading to a ban on the sale of new fossil fuel-powered vehicles by 2035 under new rules proposed by Gov.
VW CEO Calls for Immediate Freeze on Spending: ‘All Is at Stake’
Written by Iulian Dnistran, InsideEVs Published July 17, 2023 During a recent internal meeting with managers, Volkswagen CEO Thomas Schafer said “the roof is on fire,” suggesting “all is at stake” for the German carmaker as it seeks to become a leading manufacturer of EVs while also supplying global markets with internal combustion engine vehicles, according to Wards Auto.
First Tesla Cybertruck Built at Giga Texas
Written by Simon Alvarez, Teslarati Published July 17, 2023 The first Tesla Cybertruck has been produced at Gigafactory Texas.
Ford Slashes F-150 Lightning Prices in Many Cities
Written by Suvrat Kothari, InsideEVs Published July 16, 2023 After reducing the prices of the Mustang Mach-E earlier this year, Ford has started offering discounted prices for the F-150 Lightning in select states.
Tesla’s Price Cuts Nearly Wipe Out Autonomy Subscription Service
Written by Joey Klender, Teslarati Published July 12, 2023 Tesla’s price cuts have helped the automaker find new customers and grow its sales throughout the U.
Kia Georgia to Expand for EV9 Production
Published July 12, 2023 Kia Georgia's West Point assembly plant is undergoing a transformation that will allow for the assembly of the all-electric 2024 EV9 three-row SUV in the second quarter of 2024.
UAW Calls on Biden Admin to Soften Proposed Emissions Rules
Written by Simon Alvarez, Teslarati Published July 10, 2023 The United Auto Workers (UAW) union has urged the Biden administration to reconsider proposed vehicle emissions rules that would essentially require 67% of new cars to be electric by 2032.
More Electric School Buses on the Way in CA with $150M in Grants
By Ria Roebuck Joseph, The Center Square Published July 10, 2023 The California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the California Energy Commission (CEC) are collaborating to transition school districts from diesel dependent school buses to green energy alternatives.
Mercedes-Benz Becomes First German Automaker to Adopt Tesla Plug
Written by Sebastien Bell, CarScoops Published July 9, 2023 Mercedes-Benz announced its new electric vehicles will adopt a Tesla-style North American Charging Standard (NACS) plug as of 2025.
NHTSA Asks Tesla for Updated Data Amid Autopilot Probe
Written by Simon Alvarez, Teslarati Published July 8, 2023 The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has asked Tesla for updated data related to an ongoing investigation into 830,000 Tesla vehicles and the automaker’s Autopilot driver-assist system.
General Motors Acquires Battery Software Startup ALGOLiON
Published July 7, 2023 General Motors Co. announced June 30 it acquired substantially all the assets of Israel-based battery software startup ALGOLiON Ltd.
Nissan to Build 2 Electric Sedans at Mississippi Plant
Written by Dan Mihalascu, InsideEVs Published July 7, 2023 Nissan is transforming its plant in Canton, MS, for the electric age.
Volkswagen Rolls Out Autonomous Driving Test Program in TX
Written by Maria Merano, Teslarati Published July 7, 2023 Volkswagen Group of America (VWGoA) on July 6 implemented an autonomous driving vehicle test program in Austin, TX.
Governor: New EV Program will Help Vermont Reach Climate Goals
Written by Brent Addleman, The Center Square Published July 6, 2023 A new electric vehicle charging program in Vermont is getting an infusion of cash.
CIC Speakers Focus on Collision Industry Preparedness for EVs
Written by John Yoswick, Autobody News Published July 5, 2023 Back in 2019, when Jeff Peevy was chairman of the Collision Industry Conference (CIC), he started placing an empty chair on the stage as a reminder to attendees of an important industry constituent not generally represented at the meetings: the consumer.
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