Tesla just dropped its biggest hint yet about the potential launch date of its Robotaxi ride-hailing platform in Austin, Texas, shedding more light on when to expect it to take off. In preparation for the ride-hailing service to launch, Tesla has been in talks with the City of Austin for Read more
Industry leaders such as Elon Musk have always maintained that autonomous robotaxis will make roads safer. A recent blog post from Waymo about the safety of its self-driving cars suggests that Musk’s sentiments are on point. Way More Safety Waymo Driver is already reducing severe crashes and enhancing the safety Read more
Tesla said that it denied seeking a replacement for CEO Elon Musk before a report was published claiming the company was considering a new frontman. Last night, The Wall Street Journal reported that Tesla’s Board of Directors was looking for Musk’s replacement after he had devoted too much time to his role Read more
It’s not the IONIQ 4, but Hyundai promises it will be a game changer. After unveiling its new electric SUV, ELEXIO, Hyundai said it’s about to “write a new chapter” in the world’s largest EV market. more…
Waymo has released new research saying that its driverless robotaxis reduce pedestrian- and cyclist-involved collisions by 82%-92%, and crashes that involve an injury by 96%, when compared to the average driver. more…
Just recently, rumors emerged in China suggesting that a more affordable Tesla Model Y variant internally dubbed the ”E80” would be produced in Giga Shanghai this May. A look at Tesla’s current affordable vehicles suggests that the features of the upcoming Model Y variant may be hiding in plain sight. Read more
The transition to electric fleets is a complex journey that requires careful planning and strategic partnerships. In this webinar, we will explore the key economic and regulatory drivers behind the increasing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in commercial fleets, as well as the strategic advantages of prioritizing sustainability. We will Read more
Japanese electronic components supplier Asahi Kasei Microdevices (AKM) and Austrian research center Silicon Austria Labs (SAL) have completed a joint proof of concept for integrating a current sensor into a power module to be used in automotive applications, such as traction inverters and DC-DC converters. The technology enables energy efficiency, Read more
Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions has announced an order from South32 for its greenfield Hermosa critical minerals project in Arizona that is the largest ever placed for the company’s battery-electric vehicles. South32 is a mining and metals company headquartered in Perth, Western Australia. The order includes six Sandvik DS412iE bolters, Read more
Kenworth introduced two new battery-electric trucks at the recent ACT Expo. The T880E, a Class 8 vocational electric truck for the North American truck market. The Next Generation T680E is designed for short and regional haul, LTL and drayage operations. Both are now available for order from Kenworth dealers in Read more