I’ll be honest, there are a few surprising and confusing parts of this story. First of all, let’s note that the incident that is getting all the headlines and discussion is from 2021. Why it is getting all these headlines now is … unclear. Also, yes, it’s surprising that a … [continued]
As we celebrate the passing of another year with the rituals of our religions, our families and our cultures, spare a thought for a poor benighted billionaires who are trying and failing miserably to address climate change. They have a place to stand, a lever long enough, yet cannot move … [continued]
Tesla is on the cusp of a significant expansion at its Gigafactory Shanghai, setting the stage for increased electric vehicle production and the launch of a highly anticipated budget-friendly model. This strategic move has the potential to bolster Tesla’s presence in China, amidst intensifying competition from local EV manufacturers. The … [continued]
Tesla Cybertruck is currently the most anticipated vehicle of the entire automotive industry globally. Tesla showrooms are getting rushed by people waiting in lines to take a first look in real life. With each passing day, the Cybertruck craze is growing both in the online and offline world. Tesla Cybertruck has polarized … [continued]
Tesla says it will add more warnings when Autopilot is activated improperly but critics say that is not enough to solve the problem.
There are many areas of automotive life where we like to compare the numbers. Which car has more horsepower? Which ones has more torque? What’s the 0-60 time? Quarter mile? EVs add to this numbers war with things like EPA or WLTP range, charging speeds, number of motors, and the … [continued]
US full electric vehicle (BEV) sales continue to grow by leaps and bounds. Despite all the hype about “weak” electric vehicle demand and sales, they are actually strong and growing. Compared to Q3 2021, BEV sales in Q3 2023 were up 143%. Compared to Q3 2022, BEV sales in Q3 … [continued]
Each morning I receive A.Word.A.Day, which gives me a quick moment to assess and expand my vocabulary. A target phrase this week caught my attention: “Bechdel test.” It’s defined as “a test of inclusion and representation of women in a work of fiction.” Ah, the notion of including and representing … [continued]
Unions are a part of the culture in Europe. Workers’ rights are strong — stronger than anywhere else in the world — and some regulations and benefits are baked into common knowledge and expectations that we can’t even dream of pushing for here in the United States. There is a … [continued]
I don’t often see a standalone tweet and think, “Wow, that’s an excellent long comment and analysis — that could be an article.” However, this morning, I did. The commentary comes from a longtime Tesla follower, fan, and shareholder. However, he’s an open minded and critical one when need be. … [continued]
