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GM China team and startup Momenta have worked together to create a self-driving solution for the Chinese market. (Image credit: GM) US auto giant General Motors has been given the green light to conduct autonomous driving tests in Shanghai, setting the stage for it to catch up with major local EV makers in the field. GM recently received permission to conduct L4 autonomous driving road tests in designated areas in Shanghai, the automaker announced today. The first phase of the tests is scheduled for one year, and Cadillac Lyriq test vehicles will operate in Shanghai’s Jinqiao area. The road tests…
In a class of teardrop-shaped electric crossovers, the Mercedes-Benz EQB stands out as refreshingly different—for its upright, more boxy profile. Even though it’s about the same size on the outside as the Tesla Model Y, Ford Mustang Mach-E, Hyundai Ioniq 5, or VW ID.4, it can feel more spacious inside. And like only the Model Y, it offers available third-row seats to fit up to seven—in a parking space that might be called compact by American standards. The 2024 model year will only be the EQB’s third, but Mercedes already has a decent list of updates ready for this model,…
Stellantis has explored potentially working with Chinese EV makers, including Leapmotor, according to Bloomberg. (Image credit: CnEVPost) Stellantis NV, Europe’s second-biggest carmaker by sales, is considering a tie-up with a local electric vehicle (EV) maker to bolster its presence in the Chinese market, Bloomberg said in a report yesterday, citing people familiar with the matter. Stellantis has explored potentially working with Chinese EV makers, including Leapmotor, according to the report. The carmaker is weighing options such as investing in a local EV company and establishing a business partnership that would help it grow in China, the report said, citing people…
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Electrify America recently announced a major change to how the network conducts its business. On August 17th, 2023, the network switched from a set pricing structure that offered consistent pricing on all of its locations around the country, to a dynamic pricing structure. In doing so, the network began charging different fees from location to location, depending on the cost of electricity in the area. The company sent out an email announcement to its customers alerting them of the new pricing rules and also indicated that the terms of service had been updated as well. When I read the updated…
Shares of Tesla have taken an upward swing this week, with gains supported by upbeat trends for the S&P 500 and the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite. Yet Tesla shares are making gains in a domino effect from bullish analyst notes as well. Baird analyst Ben Kallo put Tesla on his “best ideas” list this week, citing a range of catalysts for the stock that could help shares hit his 12-month price target of $300. Kallo isn’t alone — but are we willing to take the chance and (continue to) invest? Wasn’t it only a mere few weeks ago when Tesla shares…
Vinfast announced Monday that at least one of the versions of its upcoming three-row electric SUV, due for U.S. deliveries later this fall, will achieve a 330-mile EPA range. That’s higher than the 300 miles anticipated for some single-motor versions of the upcoming Kia EV9. It also appears to take on the Rivian R1S, which earns up to 352 miles with its middle of three battery options, called Large Pack. Vinfast hasn’t made mention of off-road capability built into the VF 9, however. The VF 9 also gained revised pricing for the U.S. market. The Eco model costs $83,000, and…
Jeep and Ram owner Stellantis is considering partnering with a Chinese EV maker, following in Volkswagen’s footsteps. Stellantis EVs may ride on an EV platform from China to strengthen its brand in the region. Stellantis follows VW with Chinese EV partnership talks People familiar with the matter told Bloomberg that Stellantis is exploring alliances in China to expand its brand in the world’s largest EV market. The sources said one potential partner could be Zhejiang Leapmotor Technologies (Leapmotor). The news comes three weeks after a report claimed that Volkswagen was negotiating with Leapmotor to buy out a certain generation of…
It’s hard to put a price on safety, especially when we’re out riding our bicycles and electric bicycles. This is especially true now that a lot of people are hitting the roads on two-wheelers on a regular basis. Apart, of course, from the regulation and education of e-bike riders and car drivers alike, paying attention to safety gear is arguably a crucial aspect of staying safe. There are tons of accessories on the market that are designed to enhance the level of safety found on bikes – both electric or otherwise. A good example of this comes from French urban…
Xpeng launched the G9 and P7i to the European market in February and opened customer orders in Denmark, Norway, the Netherlands and Sweden at that time. (Xpeng video screenshot) Xpeng (NYSE: XPEV) has begun deliveries of its flagship sedan, the P7i, in Europe, where the model was launched in February of this year. Deliveries of the international version of the Xpeng P7i have officially begun in Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and the Netherlands, the Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker announced today on Weibo. Xpeng wishes to share more, better-working and smarter mobility products to customers around the world to experience the…