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The European Commission is set to impose provisional duties on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) from July 4, according to EU officials. This move comes as a result of an investigation into subsidies in China’s EV industry, which has strained the already tense China-EU relationship, reports SCMP. During a meeting with the EU’s department of trade…
High Prices and Lack of Charging Stations Remain Major Obstacles A new poll by The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research and the Energy Policy Institute at the University of Chicago reveals that many Americans are still reluctant to purchase electric vehicles (EVs), despite President Joe Biden’s efforts to dramatically increase EV sales. The…
In a groundbreaking move, Volvo Cars is set to introduce the world’s first electric vehicle (EV) battery passport for its flagship EX90 SUV, which is about to enter production. The Swedish automaker, owned by China’s Geely, developed the passport in collaboration with UK startup Circulor, utilizing blockchain technology to map supply chains, reports Reuters. Pioneering…
Increased Competition, Lower Costs, and Tax Credits Drive Down Prices Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming more accessible to a wider range of consumers as prices fall due to increased competition, lower raw material costs, and more efficient manufacturing. Federal tax credits of up to $7,500 for new EVs, combined with state incentives, are pushing prices…
US and EU Throw Up Roadblocks, but Automakers Grow Closer to China The US and Europe are erecting barriers to keep Chinese cars out of their markets, but at the corporate level, automakers are growing ever closer to China. President Biden’s quadrupling of tariffs on Chinese EV imports and the EU’s probe into Chinese EV…
Tesla's software update, version 2024.20, rolls out now with exciting new features. The update brings major upgrades to the adaptive headlights
Tesla's charging team has experienced a rollercoaster ride in recent weeks, with the abrupt dismissal of the entire team on April 30th, 2024, followed
Tesla is standing by CEO Elon Musk’s $56 billion pay package, arguing it motivated him to create “tremendous value” for shareholders. This comes after top proxy advisory firm Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) recommended shareholders vote against the proposal, calling it “excessive.” ISS Recommendation and Tesla’s Response According to Reuters, ISS raised concerns over Tesla offering…
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