Elon Musk reveals that Tesla has a ‘performance Cybertruck’ – indicating that it could be one of the first versions of the electric pickup truck. Tesla is on the verge of delivering the first Cybertruck. Despite the automaker having produced likely hundreds of trucks and being about to start deliveries, there’s still a lot we
Month: September 2023
By Joey Klender Posted on September 22, 2023 The abandoned Tesla Roadsters that were found in shipping containers in China have finally arrived in the United States, months after being discovered. We’ve been covering the tale of the abandoned Tesla Roadsters for months, and after delays from weather, customs agencies, and other bottlenecks, they are
Paint protection film can help prevent damage to expensive paintwork, but it also has to be cut and shaped to the individual body panels it’s meant to protect. This video from Topaz Detailing shows how that’s done. Patterns need to be created for each new car that gets paint protection film. In this video, the
Mercedes-Benz Trucks recently tested a prototype of its long-range electric truck, the eActros 600, in extreme heat in Andalusia, Spain. For five weeks, Mercedes engineers shook down every system on the truck, from itss electric powertrain and battery thermal management to its air conditioning system, to its fast charging capabilities, in summer temperatures of up
When You Should Use a Tow Service Tips on Calling for Help This article may contain affiliate links. Tow services, also known as towing services, play a crucial role in helping motorists out of difficult situations on the road. Whether you drive a compact car, a heavy-duty truck or anything in between, there may come
This DC fast charging station tells EV drivers when renewable energy is at its peak in the grid – and thus when charging prices are cheapest. The “Better Energy Charge” station in Sønderborg, Denmark, is owned by renewable energy company Better Energy. (It sits next to the company’s R&D solar park.) What makes this charging
California-based bicycle brand Santa Cruz is popular for its capable mountain bikes, and has been a staple in the industry for decades now. Like all major bike brands, Santa Cruz has hopped in full force on the e-bike bandwagon. We previously talked about the brand’s lightweight and practical electric gravel bike, and this time around,
Hyundai wraps in free chargers with its new EVs. Look for various improvements for Audi’s Q4 E-Tron. New projections are more bullish about global EV adoption. And what’s Toyota calling its electrified models? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Those who purchase or lease a new Hyundai Ioniq 5, Ioniq 6, or Kona
As global demand surges for EV battery packs, engineers across the product’s value chain continue to seek new ways to address crucial design challenges. These include choosing materials that provide dielectric insulation. Such choices can significantly impact pack energy density, vehicle reliability and safety. In this session at the Fall Virtual Conference on EV Engineering,
This week on Electrek’s Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles. This time that includes Rad announcing full UL-certification accros all e-bikes, the major emissions benefits of worldwide e-bike usage, Amazon’s cargo e-bike delivery plans, Honda’s rebirth of a classic micro-motorbike, deliveries begin for
By Simon Alvarez Posted on September 21, 2023 Tesla may be planning something special for the Model 3 Performance “Highland” update. While the vehicle is yet to be released, a European Type Certificate from the RDW suggests that the upcoming all-electric sedan will feature a rather unique electric motor setup. The Tesla Model 3 Performance
Jaguar is the latest automaker to announce plans to adopt Tesla’s proprietary charging connector, known as NACS (North American Charging Standard), for future electric vehicles sold in North America. The automaker on Thursday said it has signed an agreement with Tesla to provide its customers in North America with access to Tesla’s local charging network
Power conversion specialist Vanner has started serial production of a liquid-cooled converter with silicon carbide (SiC) solid-state switching for hybrid, battery-electric and fuel cell vehicles. Vanner has designed a 17.1 kW, 600 A converter using its Hybrid Beltless Alternator (HBA), which is a 17.1 kW, 300 A, 600 VDC to 24 VDC air-cooled converter. It
5 Common Diesel Truck Problems What You Can Do To Keep Your Rig on the Road This article may contain affiliate links. A powerful diesel truck can take you across the world and back without any issue. But in order to keep this potential high, it requires regular maintenance. By troubleshooting the most common problems
With new global boss Takashi Watanabe at the helm, Lexus is finally venturing into the modern age of fully electric vehicles. To pick up the pace, Watanabe said Lexus will “humbly look at and learn from” Tesla’s accomplishments. Watanabe took over as president of Lexus in April after former brand boss Koji Sato succeeded longtime
If you’re among the rapidly shrinking group of people that still underestimate Chinese automakers, you probably need a reality check, and BYD’s newest launch is as good as any. China’s largest EV maker has officially unveiled the Yangwang U8 Premium Edition in China, following a preview earlier this year. Marketed under BYD’s high-end sub-brand Yangwang,
Making some key decisions surrounding home charging can sometimes be far more daunting than deciding on the EV itself—especially for those who are newbies to electric vehicles and charging. That’s part of the reason why Hyundai created its unified Hyundai Home service a year ago. While Hyundai Home aggregates home charging-station possibilities for EV buyers,
Join this session at the Fall Virtual Conference on EV Engineering, presented by bdtronic, where experts in dispensing systems solutions will present new projects for manufacturing battery systems. The focus will be on the challenges of dispensing thermal materials and foams with less waste and high-quality dispensing results. Applications in the field of battery manufacturing
Vietnamese EV maker VinFast (VFS) released its Q2 earnings Thursday, its first report since going public, showing 303% revenue growth from the first quarter. VinFast revenue rises in Q2 on higher deliveries The growth comes amid VinFast’s EV deliveries rising over 400% in Q2. VinFast delivered 9,535 electric vehicles between April and June, bringing its
By Maria Merano Posted on September 20, 2023 The United States Federal Communications Commission recently approved Starlink’s two new dish designs. One of the new Starlink dishes was a mini version made to be more portable for customers. According to SpaceX’s FCC application, the Starlink mini dish’s measurements are 11.4 inches by 9.8 inches. SpaceX
The sale and aftersale services for Rimac’s Nevera electric hypercar and future models from the Croatian company will soon have greater assurance thanks to a new arrangement with Volkswagen Group of America. The arrangement, signed during last month’s 2023 Monterey Car Week and announced on Wednesday, will see VW Group of America become the official
To meet growing demand, UK home charging point producer Andersen EV is increasing the production capacity of its A2 unit by a factor of two. In an upgrade to the headquarters and production site of Andersen EV and its parent company, EVIOS, in Stewartby, Bedfordshire, Andersen EV is doubling the footprint of its factory. The
Tailored Auto Insurance Plans for Every Driver Steps To Get Exactly What You Need This article may contain affiliate links. Auto insurance is a fundamental requirement for anyone who operates a motor vehicle. It serves as a safety net, offering financial protection in the event of accidents, theft or damage to the vehicle. While the
ECD Automotive Design specializes in rebuilding and restoring classic Land Rovers. The firm set up shop a decade ago and has created powerful, more luxurious versions of Land Rover’s iconic lineup ever since. However, the firm isn’t committed solely to the boxy SUVs. E.C.D. has recently ventured into working on the Jaguar E-Type, a distinguished
Hyundai is rushing plans to get its Georgia EV “Metaplant” up and running. Maserati is charging up dealerships for pending EV arrivals. And the Tesla Model 3 is the most-leased EV. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The Inflation Reduction Act and Biden EV policy—and especially the disadvantage they place on companies seeking
Energy storage systems provider BLUETTI continues to showcase why it is one of the best in the business, unveiling yet another innovative product that puts power management into the hands of the consumer. The company’s new EP800 energy storage system is modular to the point of offering nearly 20,000 watt-hours of backup power. Combined with
The Charging Interface Initiative (CharIN), an industry alliance with over 320 members, is working to establish a new Megawatt Charging System (MCS) for heavy-duty electric vehicles. The new standard is expected to be operational as early as 2024, but some in the industry are complaining about delays, and putting pressure on CharIN to accelerate the
Tesla has added a Model 3 Performance sweepstakes to its referral program in order to boost incentives at the end of the quarter. After relaunching its owner’s referral program earlier this year, Tesla has been gradually updating it. Referrers and buyers earn credits when referring buyers and when the buyers use referral links. Those Tesla credits can
By Maria Merano Posted on September 19, 2023 LG Energy Solution (LGES) issued its first global green bond of $ 1 billion. The South Korean company plans to use the bond revenue to grow its international battery and renewable energy projects, including its ongoing projects in the United States. Green bonds raise capital to fund
Porsche has once again been spotted testing a Taycan prototype fitted with elements normally seen on the automaker’s GT sports cars. We previously published spy shots of a prototype for an updated Taycan that should arrive later this year to mark the midway point in the electric sedan and wagon’s lifecycle. However, the prototype shown
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