Tesla is seeing strong momentum in Norway, with sales of the new Model Y helping the company maintain dominance in one of the world’s most electric vehicle-friendly markets. Model Y upgrades and consumer preferences According to the Norwegian Road Federation (OFV), Tesla recorded a 54% year-over-year jump in new vehicle Read more
The commercial vehicle tax credit was a big driver for fleet purchases; with it gone, it could affect the market greatly.
Also: Panasonic is delaying its U.S. battery production targets, and the rollout of the new Nissan Leaf may be slower than expected.
Cadillac claims to have already achieved “EV leader” status this year with a full lineup of luxury electric SUVs rolling out. Even with the federal EV tax credit set to end, GM’s luxury brand believes it’s well-positioned to weather the storm. more…
Panasonic has reportedly delayed its plan to ramp up production at its new battery factory in Kansas due to low demand from Tesla, its primary customer. more…
UK-based components supplier GKN Aerospace has completed and delivered the first high-voltage Electrical Wiring Interconnection System (EWIS) for the Clean Aviation SWITCH project. The AC wire harnesses, designed, assembled and tested at GKN Aerospace’s site in Papendrecht, the Netherlands, enable megawatt-class hybrid electric propulsion. Additional units will be shipped in Read more
Tesla is officially entering India with the opening of its first showroom and experience center in Mumbai next week. The event is scheduled for July 15 at the Bandra Kurla Complex, a premier business district in Mumbai. Tesla imports to India signal an early-stage market entry strategy According to Indian Read more
On this week’s episode of The Plugged-In Podcast, we debate the merits of 100,000-plus-mile EVs. Also, the Slate Truck may get more expensive.
Tesla has slashed prices on the Model Y in Canada despite tariffs as sales in the country have virtually gone to zero over the last few months. more…