Originally published on EV Obsession. While the Tesla Model X has technically been released for over a month now, there aren’t actually all that many people that have received one yet, so some specifics of real-world use and aesthetics haven’t really been fully revealed yet. On that note, many of … [continued]
Originally published on EV Obsession. Those reading this may already be aware of the fact that there’s an optional third-row trunk seat available for the Tesla Model S. While the option does perhaps seem a bit curious to some people, presumably, most people aren’t going to get the cops called … [continued]
Originally published on EV Obsession. Earlier this year, it was revealed that a new lead-acid battery recycling startup by the name of Aqua Metals had purchased a 12.5-acre plot of land at the Tahoe Reno Industrial Center (in Nevada), fairly close to where Tesla is currently constructing its lithium-ion battery … [continued]
Time moves forward. Here’s a look at week two or three living the LEAF way of life. Back to normalcy in one sense, weeks after enjoying the speakers, learning, learning, learning, and also meeting some of the knowledgeable audience at the recent EV Transportation and Technology Summit in Cocoa, Florida. Now, I am … [continued]
The bad news just keeps piling on for Volkswagen after the initial announcement of its crazy-high diesel emissions on its 2.0 liter diesel engines, followed up last week by another smackdown implicated its 3.0 liter diesel engine based cars in California. One of the big outstanding questions in terms of remediation was, “How much … [continued]
There are many videos on the interwebs showcasing the amazing autopilot features in the Model S — some which shed light on the great features and nuances of it and some which reveal that Tesla has truly redefined what it means to be a backseat driver. Building on the initial success and … [continued]
Originally published on Gas2 (videos added). Ron Baron can rightly be classified as a successful businessman. His company offers a range of mutual funds for savvy investors. Every year, Baron hosts an annual investment conference that allows fund managers and the heads of the companies they invest in to meet … [continued]
Last week, the electric vehicle community was buzzing about a mystery Tesla competitor that was going to whoop the Model S into shape and finally give Tesla some competition. Reactions and perspectives ranged from claims of vaporware to the company being a front for Apple (which now seems unlikely as … [continued]
We recently covered a talk that JB Straubel gave at the University of Nevada — Reno. He gave the typical overview of Tesla, with updates on many of the projects it has going on, including the Gigafactory, which is just up the road from the university.
Originally published on EV Obsession. A Toronto, Canada, condo by the name of “Bside at Minto Westside” has taken a somewhat new approach to selling condos + parking spaces — offer prospective buyers a free Nissan LEAF with such a purchase. To be specific, the offer seems to be there … [continued]
