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PHOTOS: Electrify Expo Kicks Off Nationwide Tour in Long Beach, CA
Published May 23, 2023 Electrify Expo, North America’s largest electric vehicle (EV) festival, brought fun for all ages to Long Beach, CA, for an action-packed weekend, May 20-21 at the Long Beach Convention Center.
Cadillac Releasing EV Version of Escalade This Year
Written by Chris Chilton, CarScoops Published May 22, 2023 Cadillac is adding another electric weapon to its luxury car arsenal.
Electrify Commercial to Install 20 Fast-Charging EV Stations in Utah
Electrify Commercial to Install 20 Fast-Charging EV Stations in Utah Published May 22, 2023 Electrify Commercial on May 17 announced plans to support Rocky Mountain Power, a division of PacificCorp, with the installation of 20 EV charging stations in Utah.
Ford Makes Major Progress in Growing EV Capacity
Written by Joey Klender, Teslarati Published May 22, 2023 Ford has made major progress in its quest to grow its manufacturing capacity for EVs by signing and announcing several deals for the supply of lithium.
Researchers Discover Electrolyte for EV Batteries That Performs Well in Frigid Conditions
Published May 18, 2023 Many owners of EVs worry about how effective their battery will be in very cold weather.
Delaware State Supreme Court Reverses Ban on Tesla Store Sales
Written by Steven Loveday, InsideEVs Published May 16, 2023 The Delaware Supreme Court officially reversed an earlier decision that made it illegal for Tesla to have a store in the state to sell its electric cars.
Tesla Cybertruck Production Inches Closer as Final Stamping Component Arrives
Written by Iulian Dnistran, InsideEVs Published May 16, 2023 Tesla continues to prepare the commercial launch of its much-anticipated Cybertruck all-electric pickup.
EV Collision Claims Increase in Q1
Published May 16, 2023 Mitchell, an Enlyte company, on May 16 reported electric vehicle (EV) repairable claims frequency increased in Q1 2023 to 1.
‘Hertz Electrifies Orlando’ Launched
Published May 15, 2023 Hertz Chair and CEO Stephen Scherr and Orlando, FL, Mayor Buddy Dyer launched Hertz Electrifies Orlando, a public private partnership aimed at accelerating the adoption of EVs and expanding the environmental and economic benefits of electrification across Orlando.
Most Dealers Don't Have Any EVs, Almost Half Refuse to Sell Them
Written by Steven Loveday, InsideEVs Published May 11, 2023 A new Sierra Club report found 66% of car dealers in the U.
Nikola Halts Electric Truck Production After Disappointing Sales
Nikola Halts Electric Truck Production After Disappointing Sales Written by Sebastien Bell, CarScoops Published May 10, 2023 While Nikola’s CEO maintains the company has had a “very solid quarter,” mounting financial losses, a production pause and the dissolution of its joint venture with Iveco appear to be cracks in the company’s facade.
Tesla Cybertruck Accessories Steal the Show at TX Lithium Refinery Event
Written by Maria Merano, Teslarati Published May 10, 2023 Tesla held a groundbreaking event for its South Texas lithium refinery, and during the event, CEO Elon Musk arrived in the Cybertruck, attracting attention to the accessories featured on the vehicle.
The Benefits of Bringing More Services In-House for Auto Body Shops
Body shops have always focused on repairing vehicles after an accident, but there are many other services they could provide to increase revenue and profits and improve customer satisfaction.
Lucid Announces Major Earnings Miss, Stock Crumbles
Written by William Johnson, Teslarati Published May 9, 2023 Lucid reported its first quarter 2023 earnings, which come at a pivotal time for the EV startup business and segment in general.
Rivian Expands its Certified Collision Network as Production Increases on Adventure EVs
Since the first collision repair facility joined Rivian’s Certified Collision Network (RCCN) in Oregon in July 2020, more than 30,000 Rivian electric adventure vehicles have been manufactured and 135 shops are part of the RCCN program.
Shifting Customer Preferences, Technology, Staffing Issues Inspire Changes in Collision Repair Shops
Written by John Yoswick, Autobody News Published May 9, 2023 A Greek philosopher once said the only constant in life is change, and that certainly applies to the life of a collision repair business owner.
Rivian R1T Fender Bender Lands Owner $42,000 Repair Bill
Written by Iulian Dnistran, InsideEVs Published May 5, 2023 A Rivian R1T owner from Ohio was involved in a fender bender that ended up costing about half the price of the truck to repair.
Tesla Places $227M Order for Cybertruck Parts from South Korea Supplier
Written by Maria Merano, Teslarati Published May 5, 2023 Tesla ordered Cybertruck parts worth more than $227 million from South Korean company Seoyon E-Hwa, which confirmed the order recently.
Rally Planned at CA State Capitol Building to Protest EV Mandates
Published May 5, 2023 The United Motor Vehicle Coalition of California (UVMCC) is organizing a Unification Rally at 10 a.
Mitchell Signs Industry-First Data Licensing Agreement with Rivian
Published May 4, 2023 Mitchell, an Enlyte company, on May 4 announced it is the first collision industry information provider to sign a data licensing agreement with EV manufacturer Rivian.
Ford Shows First-Quarter Profit Despite EV Revenue Losses
Published May 3, 2023 For the first time, Ford released its quarterly financial report by the three distinct segments it split the company into a year ago: Ford Blue, producing traditional ICE and hybrid vehicles; Ford Model e, producing electric vehicles; and Ford Pro, producing commercial vehicles.
Lordstown Motors Financial Life Raft Loses Air, Automaker on Verge of Sinking
Written by Joey Klender, Teslarati Published May 2, 2023 Foxconn threatened to pull out of its $170 million investment deal with Lordstown Motors, which could send the EV startup into bankruptcy after starting production of its Endurance all-electric pickup.
GM Eyes $200M Plant for Sierra, Silverado EV Parts Production
Written by Maria Merano, Teslarati Published May 1, 2023 General Motors is considering the former site of The Palace of Auburn Hills in Michigan for a $200 million electric vehicle parts plant.
Refined Tesla Cybertruck Sighted Testing on Fremont Roads
Written by Simon Alvarez, Teslarati Published April 26, 2023 Tesla critics may continue to argue the Cybertruck does not exist, but such points will likely be moot in the coming months.
Tesla Planning Upgrades, Freeing Up Space at Fremont Due to Growth
Written by Steven Loveday, InsideEVs Published April 25, 2023 Even after opening several new factories, it seems Tesla’s goal is still to upgrade its original facility in Fremont, CA, and make more space.
GM Reports 11.1% Growth in Revenue Year-Over-Year in Q1
Published April 25, 2023 GM on April 25 announced its financial results from the first three months of 2023, reporting $40 billion in revenue---an 11.
GM, Samsung SDI to Build $3B EV Battery Manufacturing Plant
Published April 25, 2023 General Motors Co. and Samsung SDI announced April 25 they plan to invest more than $3 billion to build a new battery cell manufacturing plant in the U.
Car ADAS Solutions Announces 3 New California Licensees
Car ADAS Solutions Announces 3 New California Licensees Published April 25, 2023 Car ADAS Solutions, a leading ADAS calibration technology and services provider, announced the addition of three new licensees in California.
Chevrolet Bolt EV to Be Discontinued by End of 2023
Written by Mark Kane, InsideEVs Published April 25, 2023 Production of the Chevrolet Bolt EV and Bolt EUV electric cars at the plant in Orion Township, MI, will come to an end in late 2023, General Motors CEO Mary Barra announced during the company's first-quarter earnings call.
California Hits 1.5 Million EV Sales Milestone 2 Years Ahead of Schedule
Written by Steven Loveday, InsideEVs Published April 25, 2023 The California Energy Commission said the Golden State hit its previously designated target of 1.
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