Rivian Halloween update includes secret pedestrian visualizer Over-the-air (OTA) software updates have become the primary way electric vehicle (EV) makers like Rivian and Tesla can provide essential upgrades, bug fixes, performance improvements and, sometimes, simple entertainment. In a recent update from Rivian, for example, the automaker has deployed a special Halloween surprise that changes how…
Tesla Model 3 Highland deliveries begin in Germany It appears that Tesla has begun delivering its refreshed Model 3 “Highland” in Germany, as shown in a new set of pictures. On Saturday, X account Planwerk shared images of what seems to be the first Model 3 refresh delivery in Germany, with a Tesla showroom and…
Mercedes-Benz EQ models have been slow to sell, dealers report Mercedes-Benz has seen the sale of its electric vehicles (EVs) increase significantly in the U.S. this year. However, a new report shows that dealers have had difficulty keeping up with inventory levels for the automaker’s EQ lineup, with sales times for the EVs exceeding the…
Ford layoffs increased at two plants due to ongoing UAW strikes Workers represented by the United Auto Workers (UAW) have been striking against the Big Three (Ford, General Motors (GM) and Stellantis) for over a month now, and layoffs due to supply chain disruptions have also been ongoing. In the latest round of layoffs, announced…
DOJ echoes Tesla argument in Louisiana direct sales appeal The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has backed an argument from Tesla this week during a circuit court appeal of a case with the state of Louisiana over its automotive direct sales ban rules. Tesla launched a lawsuit against Louisiana automotive dealer groups in the state…
Tesla Cybertruck will equip 800v architecture for faster charging times, better margins Tesla Cybertruck will equip an 800-volt architecture when it begins deliveries on November 30, an announcement that is still fresh from the company’s Earnings Call earlier this week. For EV newbies, the 800-volt architecture may not be much of a head-turner. However, to…
Tesla Cybertruck underwent ‘Al Capone style’ bulletproof testing, Elon Musk reveals The Tesla Cybertruck underwent “Al Capone-style” bulletproof testing with a Tommy Gun, CEO Elon Musk revealed on X. A video shared by a member of the Tesla Owners Club of Silicon Valley showed a Cybertruck driving down the highway with what appeared to be…
Tesla Cybertruck VIN Decoder goes live, revealing configurations and weight Tesla Cybertruck’s VIN Decoder has gone live on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website, revealing the configurations and weight of the all-electric pickup truck. The Cybertruck shares the same categorization as the Semi, whereas the Model S, X, 3, and Y share a…
Tesla hits 1 million vehicle milestone across Europe Tesla has successfully delivered 1 million vehicles to customers across Europe. The milestone was achieved 14 years after the company delivered the first original Tesla Roadster to a customer in Europe. The company’s new feat was posted on Tesla Europe’s official account on X, Elon Musk’s social…
Tesla price target reduced by Wells Fargo over reduced production outlook Wells Fargo lowered its Tesla (TSLA) price target from $260 to $250 based on its lowered production outlook. Wells Fargo analyst Colin Langan also expressed concerns over Tesla’s decreasing prices and profits. Tesla reported a gross vehicle margin of 17.9% in the third quarter,…