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GM Joins Ford in Adopting Tesla Supercharger Network and Connector
Written by Joey Klender, Telsarati Published June 9, 2023 General Motors announced June 8 it will collaborate with Tesla to integrate the company’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) connector into GM's electric vehicles starting in 2025, while also expanding access to charge its EVs at Tesla Supercharger locations across 12,000 points in North America.
Mercedes-Benz Level 3 Automated Driving Tech Certified in California
Published June 9, 2023 Mercedes-Benz announced June 8 its class-leading DRIVE PILOT system for SAE Level 3 conditionally automated driving received certification from California state authorities.
Tesla Reportedly Tells Cybertruck Parts Suppliers to Expect 375K Annual Production
Written by Joey Klender, Teslarati Published June 9, 2023 Tesla has told suppliers to prepare for Cybertruck production by stating it plans to build 375,000 units of the all-electric pickup every year, according to a new report.
Volkswagen of America CEO Warns Dealers Against ID.Buzz Price Markups
Written by Maria Merano, Teslarati Published June 8, 2023 The Volkswagen ID. Buzz will arrive in North America next year, and the German automaker wants to ensure it runs smoothly.
Repairify Announces New asTech® All-In-One for Diagnostics, Calibrations, Programming
Published June 8, 2023 Repairify™, a portfolio company of Kinderhook Industries, LLC, on June 8 announced the upcoming release of the new asTech® All-In-One solution for local and remote automotive diagnostics, calibrations and programming to simplify the repair process.
Tesla Model 3 Just Became Cheaper than Toyota Camry in California
Written by Joey Klender, Teslarati Published June 7, 2023 The Tesla Model 3 just became less expensive than a Toyota Camry in California thanks to the company’s confirmation that each of the all-electric sedan’s trim levels qualifies for the full $7,500 federal tax credit.
EVs: The Heavier the Load, the Shorter the Trip
Written by Andrew Gross, AAA Published June 7, 2023 When drivers load an electric pickup with heavy cargo, they make the vehicle work harder, significantly reducing the truck’s range.
Tesla Working with NHTSA on Model Y Steering Wheel Recall
Written by Maria Merano, Teslarati Published June 6, 2023 Tesla filed a voluntary recall with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) regarding a potential Model Y recall affecting a little under 140 units.
Francis Energy Awarded Funds for EV Stations in IL
Published June 6, 2023 Francis Energy, owner of the fourth-largest EV fast-charging network in the country, announced June 5 it has been awarded grant funds by the Illinois EPA to build and operate three new charging stations in high-traffic areas along the state’s highways, in Beach Park, Troy and LeRoy.
Tesla Plans to License Autopilot, Full Self-Driving to Other OEMs
Written by Joey Klender, Teslarati Published June 6, 2023 Tesla is planning to license Autopilot and its Full Self-Driving suite to other companies, CEO Elon Musk said June 5 on Twitter.
Autel Expands Tesla Diagnostics on Ultra Series Tablets
Published June 6, 2023 Autel added significant Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicle diagnostic coverage with a new software release and Tesla-compatible cable.
Lordstown Endurance Pickup Gets Low EPA Range Estimate
Written by Simon Alvarez, Teslarati Published June 5, 2023 The Lordstown Endurance all-electric pickup truck’s range estimate from the EPA has been released, and it is surprisingly low---a very conservative 174 miles of combined range, despite being equipped with a hefty 109-kWh battery pack.
Stellantis Invests in CA Company’s Breakthrough EV Battery Technology
Published June 5, 2023 Stellantis N.V. and Lyten, Inc. announced that Stellantis Ventures, the corporate venture fund of Stellantis, invested in Lyten to accelerate the commercialization of Lyten 3D Graphene™ applications for the mobility industry, including the LytCell™ lithium-sulfur EV battery, lightweighting composites and novel on-board sensing.
Tesla to Open 12,000 Superchargers to Ford Across U.S., Canada
Written by Joey Klender, Teslarati Published June 5, 2023 Ford is set to gain access to 12,000 Tesla Supercharger locations across the U.
John Bean Tru-Point Adds New Features, Procedures with Software Update
Published June 5, 2023 The award-winning John Bean® Tru-Point™ advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) calibration tool has a new software update available (1.
Volkswagen ID.Buzz Headed to North America, Marking Return of an Icon
Written by Maria Merano, Teslarati Published June 5, 2023 Volkswagen officially launched the long wheelbase version of its all-electric ID.
Ford CEO Gives Bold Prediction Regarding EV Price Parity with Gas Cars
Written by Joey Klender, Teslarati Published June 2, 2023 Ford CEO Jim Farley said he does not believe price parity between EVs and gas cars will come until after the end of the decade, which holds potentially harsh consequences for the adoption of sustainable powertrains as automakers aim to lower costs.
Dealerships to Invest $5.5 Billion in EV Chargers, Other Upgrades
Written by Iulian Dnistran, InsideEVs Published June 2, 2023 The nearly 17,000 franchise dealerships in the U.
Rivian Promotes Highly-Trained Service Support Team
Rivian Promotes Highly-Trained Service Support Team Written by Maria Merano, Teslarati Published June 2, 2023 Rivian recently highlighted the advantages of its 24/7 Live Chat feature for owners of the R1T and R1S.
Ford, Uber Launch Mustang Mach-E Flexible Lease Pilot in CA Cities
Published June 1, 2023 Ford Next is collaborating with Uber to deliver a new lease option for rideshare drivers going electric.
Colorado Hikes EV Tax Credit to $5,000 On Top of $7,500 Federal Credit
Written by Dan Mihalascu, InsideEVs Published June 1, 2023 Colorado will soon become the state with the most generous EV tax credits in the U.
LG Energy Solution, Hyundai to Build EV Battery Plant in Georgia
Written by Maria Merano, Teslarati Published June 1, 2023 LG Energy Solution (LGES) and Hyundai are teaming up to build a battery cell manufacturing plant in Savannah, GA.
Toyota to Build New EV SUV Powered by Batteries Built in NC
Published May 31, 2023 Advancing its commitment to vehicle electrification and building where it sells, Toyota will assemble an all-new, three-row, battery electric SUV at Toyota Kentucky starting in 2025.
Tesla Cleared in NHTSA Investigation Regarding In-Car Gaming Feature
Written by Iulian Dnistran, InsideEVs Published May 31, 2023 The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has closed the investigation it started in late 2021 regarding the ability of Tesla vehicles to display video games on the center infotainment screen even while the car was in motion.
EV Owners Have Lowest Satisfaction with Most Important Mobile App Features
Published May 31, 2023 Usage of auto manufacturers’ mobile apps for electric vehicles has increased, according to the J.
NHTSA Proposes Automatic Emergency Braking Requirements for New Vehicles
Published May 31, 2023 The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on May 31 announced a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would require automatic emergency braking and pedestrian AEB systems on passenger cars and light trucks.
Opus IVS, CARS Co-Op Network Join Forces to Boost Diagnostic Capabilities
Published May 31, 2023 Opus IVS, a leading provider of automotive diagnostic tools and services, announced a strategic partnership with CARS Co-Op Network, a trusted network of automotive collision and repair shops.
States' Legislatures Adapt to EVs
Written by Scott McClallen, The Center Square Published May 30, 2023 As President Joe Biden’s administration wants 50% of all new vehicle sales to be electric by 2030, some states are pushing bills to subsidize the industry.
Inaugural Episode of Webinar Series Looks at IIHS’ Study of Issues Reported with ADAS Repairs
Written by Abby Andrews, Autobody News Published May 30, 2023 AirPro Diagnostics’ new webinar series, TechTalk 360, hosted its first-ever episode May 17, “Consumer Experiences with Crash Avoidance Feature Repairs,” presented by David Zuby, executive vice president and chief research officer for the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS.
OSU & Wilberforce University Team Claims Top Spot in First Year of EcoCAR EV Challenge
OSU & Wilberforce University Team Claims Top Spot in First Year of EcoCAR EV Challenge Published May 30, 2023 The Ohio State (OSU) & Wilberforce University Team was named the winner of Year One of the EcoCAR Electric Vehicle (EV) Challenge, taking the lead in the four-year collegiate engineering competition.
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