Tesla is developing a way to classify drivers and passengers based on their weight in order to program safer airbag deployment in its vehicles, according to a new patent application. more…
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Month: January 2019
Tesla to discontinue 75 kWh versions of Model S and X
Tesla is taking the 75 kWh versions of Model S and Model X off the market. Elon Musk announced via Twitter that the last orders for this version of the two models can only be taken until this Sunday evening. In another series of tweets, Musk suggested that the new Roadster will have boosters that […]
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Nissan UK announces LEAF 3.ZERO and LEAF 3.ZERO e+ limited edition with higher output and longer range
Nissan has confirmed the evolution of the LEAF electric vehicle by launching two versions of the LEAF 3.ZERO. This new offer will broaden the appeal of EVs to more customers, and both models are now ready to order. Following a record-breaking year…
SpaceX customer reaffirms third Falcon Heavy mission’s Q2 2019 launch target
Taiwan’s National Space Organization (NSO) has reaffirmed a Q2 2019 launch target for SpaceX’s third-ever Falcon Heavy mission, a US Air Force-sponsored test launch opportunity known as Space Test Program 2 (STP-2). Set to host approximately two dozen customer spacecraft, one of the largest and most monetarily significant copassengers riding on STP-2 is Formosat-7, a six-satellite […]
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Tesla to drop 75D models from line up
Tesla will discontinue its 75 kWh battery versions of the Model S and Model X, which, for the time being at least, means each range will consist of 100D and P100D variants only. Announced by Tesla CEO Elon Musk on Twitter, from…
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BYTON Unveils a Closer Look at the M-Byte SUV Production Model at CES
Chinese electric vehicle maker BYTON revealed new details about its first production model, the M-Byte SUV, at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2019 in Las Vegas. Positioned as the next generation smart device, BYTON is designed for the future o…
CES News: Byton Shows Off New EV’s Production Interior
This year that collaboration—or collision, depending on how you look at—was most evident when Chinese automaker Byton showed off the production version of its new EV’s interior.
Nissan Denies Report Of LEAF e+ Battery Cells From LG Chem
Nissan produces its own lithium-ion batteries for both the 40 kWh and 62 kWh packs The reports and rumors about LG Chem as the battery supplier for the new 62 kWh Nissan LEAF e+ were denied by Nissan. According to Electric Revs, who reached out to the Japanese manufacturer, LG has nothing to do with any […]
FIA approves Tesla Model S racing series
The dream of a Tesla racing series is rapidly becoming a reality. The Electric Production Car Series (originally called Electric GT), has been officially sanctioned by the FIA, the governing body for world motorsports. The EPCS will be the second FIA racing series for electric cars, joining the Formula E series, which recently kicked off… Read more »
Tesla To Close Order Books For Model S, X 75D Next Monday
Thus widening the price gap between the Model 3 and its soon-to-be-more-expensive stablemates. After this weekend you’ll no longer be able to order the cheapest current versions of the Tesla Model S and X. Last call for the 75-kWh battery versions. So, come Monday, the Tesla Model S 75D and Tesla Model X 75D will […]
