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Hyundai Motor Company is gearing up for a massive expansion in Georgia, with plans to produce 300,000 electric vehicles (EVs) annually at its new manufacturing complex near Savannah. The South Korean automaker is betting big on rail transport to move these EVs efficiently and sustainably. According to Hyundai spokeswoman Bianca Johnson, about 70% of the…
Used Tesla Cybertruck prices have been on a rollercoaster ride this year, but they’re now heading south fast. After peaking at around $185,000 in early April, the average price for a used Cybertruck has dropped to about $117,000 as of September 2024, according to CarGurus, a car shopping website. This shift comes as Tesla ramps…
Volkswagen is grappling with a tough decision that could see some of its factories in Germany shut down for the first time in its 87-year history. The automaker, known for its iconic brand, is struggling to meet cost-cutting goals and remain competitive in a challenging market. CEO Oliver Blume recently announced that the company must…
Tesla has rolled out significant improvements to its Hands-Free Trunk feature, including the ability to exclude your home location when using this convenient function. This update was reported by Sawyer Merritt on X, highlighting Tesla’s ongoing efforts to refine its vehicle technology. Detection Improvements and Home Exclusion The electric vehicle manufacturer has made “significant detection…
Volkswagen, the German auto giant, is facing a critical moment in its 87-year history. The company’s shift to electric vehicles has hit a major roadblock, with executives and workers locked in a tense standoff over proposed job cuts and plant closures. This crisis, reported by Politico, highlights the challenges traditional automakers face as they try…
A recent Wall Street Journal article highlights the growing relationship between Elon Musk and Donald Trump, raising questions about potential conflicts of interest for the Tesla CEO. Musk’s Proposed Government Role Trump announced that Musk has agreed to lead a government efficiency commission if he’s re-elected president. This role would give Musk significant influence over…
Herbert Diess, Volkswagen’s ex-chief, is pushing back against criticism of his hybrid vehicle strategy during his time at the helm of Europe’s biggest carmaker. This comes as the Financial Times reports a slowdown in EV enthusiasm and growing popularity of hybrids. Diess Claims “Excellent Portfolio” of Plug-in Hybrids Diess argues VW has a strong lineup…
Tesla’s Semi electric trucks have been spotted in numbers coming out of its pilot factory for the first time, signaling a potential ramp-up in production. Despite entering production in late 2022, the Tesla Semi has had a limited presence on the roads. According to Electrek, the company has been operating a pilot factory next to…
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