Electric cars are becoming more capable, but they still can’t do everything, our Twitter followers suggest. Last week, a study showed that the biggest factor in spreading electric-car adoption in the U.S. is a broader selection. Teslas outsell most oth…
Month: July 2018
Tesla Model S, X Refresh Not Happening Until Q3 2019
The question of when Tesla might refresh or redesign its models is recurring and it can be looked at in multiple ways. If you ask Tesla, you might be told there is no immediate need for any drastic redesign since the cars are updated on a constant basis. Tesla doesn’t rely on a traditional model […]
EVBox acquires French charger manufacturer EVTronic
European/American charging solution provider EVBox has acquired the French charging station manufacturer EVTronic. EVTronic, founded in 2007, builds a range of DC fast charging stations, provides engineering services, and is active in R&D, with a special focus on vehicle-to-grid technologies. EVBox will add EVTronic’s existing 700 fast charging stations to its European network. EVBox’s worldwide… Read more »
A glimpse into the auto shop of the future at Tampa Hybrids
EVs haven’t been around long enough, or in great enough numbers, for any large-scale market in replacement batteries to develop. However, Toyota’s Prius hybrid went on sale in the US in 2000, and has sold well over two million units. There’s a lively market for replacement batteries, with both OEM and aftermarket options available. For… Read more »
Tesla Solar Roof owner discusses installation price, maintenance, and savings
One of Tesla’s first residential Solar Roof customers has provided more details about his recently-installed solar and battery system. In a follow-up interview with E for Electric‘s Alex Guberman, Tri Huynh, the owner of the Solar Roof-equipped home, discussed the costs associated with the installation, how much power his solar shingles gather on average, the […]
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How A Computer Made A Record-Setting Run Possible
In particular, computer simulations provided a welcome tool in the initial phase of the development of the I.D. R Pikes Peak The Pikes Peak International Hill Climb is one of the most unique racing events in the world. It features a grueling 4,115ft climb on top of a Colorado mountain that isn’t easily conquered. Not by […]
Tesla warns of theft risk through relay attacks, shares ‘tips’ to help prevent
Tesla’s vehicles get rarely stolen thanks to its always-on advanced GPS tracking feature, but some more sophisticated thieves are still able to get away with it.
Recently, there have been strings of Tesla thefts that appear to be organized and Tesla re…
BMW i8 Roadster priced from £124,735 in the UK
The BMW i8 has been a technological pioneer and the world’s best-selling plug-in hybrid sports car since it arrived in 2014. Now in 2018 it is joined by a new model that adds further allure to the arena of sustainable driving pleasure. The al…
Chargemaster charge point offer for AA venues
Chargemaster is offering AA hotels and B&Bs EV charge points, as part of its partnership with the association. Both fast and rapid charge points are being offered by the firm at no cost, with new locations to be added to the Polar…
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Ex-SolarCity employees: we were fired after reporting millions in fake sales
Gay ex-employee also sues Tesla over alleged “continuous” insults including “f****t.”
