Tesla has made major investments into cylindrical battery cells, using 18650-format cells in the Model S and Model X, and 2170-format cells in the Model 3 and upcoming Model Y. The company also manufactures these cells at its Gigafactory with Panasonic…
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Jaguar Land Rover reveals electric “concept platform” for future urban mobility
Jaguar Land Rover may be know for the sleek F-Type sports car and rugged Range Rover SUV, but the British automaker’s latest concept car is something completely different. The Project Vector “concept platform” is an electric box on wheels that Jaguar L…
Colorado rule gives Tesla an advantage over Rivian, Lucid, other EV makers
Several automakers are trying to emulate Tesla, not just by offering electric cars, but by eschewing traditional franchised dealerships. But in at least one crucial EV market, Tesla may have an easier time doing that than other automakers. Only Tesla i…
VW backs expansion of “plug and play” battery-buffered fast chargers
The installation costs and large footprint of current DC fast-charging stations has slowed their deployment, but Volkswagen has a plan to speed things up. The German automaker has partnered with energy-infrastructure company E.ON to develop a more stre…
VW compact pickup sidelined for US, could come back all-electric
Volkswagen does not plan to bring a pickup truck to the United States anytime soon, but If it did, that truck would probably be electric, according to one of the automaker’s top executives. VW currently sells small pickups in other markets, but the U.S…
Some 2019-2020 Toyota and Lexus hybrids recalled for coolant leak concern
Toyota and its Lexus luxury brand will recall 44,191 vehicles—including four hybrid models—from model years 2019 and 2020 over possible coolant leaks. The recall includes the 2020 Toyota Avalon Hybrid, 2020 Camry Hybrid, and Lexus ES 300h, …
Teardown of Model 3 suggests it might maintain a tech lead for years
The longevity of the Model S proves that Tesla was well ahead of other automakers when the electric luxury car launched almost eight years ago. A teardown indicates the Tesla Model 3 may maintain its tech advantage for a similarly long time. The electr…
Report: Kia high-performance “halo” electric car due in 2021
Kia’s next electric car could take a very different route from its previous EV models, according to a new report. Due to arrive in 2021, it will be distinct “halo” model positioned above the current Niro EV and Soul EV, reports Autocar. The new model w…
Hyundai Prophecy electric vehicle concept teased for Geneva show
Hyundai will unveil a new electric concept car at the 2020 Geneva Motor Show. But aside from a name, Prophecy, and a teaser image, the automaker isn’t revealing any information about it. If nothing else, Prophecy is an on-the-nose name for a concept ca…
Shopping for a used Tesla? This is one of the best starting points
Shopping for a used car comes with a lot of uncertainty. Used Tesla electric cars are no different. But if you are shopping for a used Tesla, this video guide is a good place to start. Rich Benoit is one of the foremost experts on Teslas. He’s an indep…