In A Surprise Move, Proterra Files For Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection
Electric bus manufacturer Proterra unexpectedly filed for bankruptcy this week, as it struggles to become profitable.
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Tesla To Build Semi Megacharging Stations From Texas To California — Maybe
Last year, Tesla unveiled its electric Semi in an initial order for PepsiCo at the company’s Modesto distribution facility. Now, as the company looks to expand the reach of the electric Semis, Tesla has requested funding from the U.S. government to build nine Megacharging stations, which are expected to run … [continued]
Fisker Holds A Glitzy Reveal Event In SoCal
Fisker has big plans for its electric car lineup including a compact electric pickup truck for people who prize affordability over payload.
Tesla Readies Model 3 Highland For Production In China, Faces Class Action Suit In California
Production of the refreshed Tesla Model 3 is scheduled to begin in Shanghai later this month according to Chinese news sources.
EV Road Trip & Charging Survey Results
After the 4th of July, I wrote an article asking for people’s insights about their road trips using an EV and charging. Your responses were part hilarity, part unexpected, but for the most part, kinda boring — it seems taking a road trip in an EV just isn’t that challenging … [continued]
Tesla White Seats vs. Red Wine — No Worries
Tesla’s futuristic white interior option is the most popular among the company’s customers. But this option has its concerns — keeping the white seats clean is at the top of the list. To demonstrate the white seats’ cleanability and stain resistance characteristics, Tesla shared a short video clip on the … [continued]
Tesla Acquires Wireless Charging Firm Wiferion
During this year’s Investor Day event, Tesla shared a picture of a vehicle parked on top of a wireless charging platform in a garage, hinting that the company may be looking to head in that direction. Now, Tesla has officially acquired a wireless charging company based in Germany, which could … [continued]
Ark Invest Sells Some Tesla Stock, But Still Bullish On $2000/Share
Ark Invest founder Cathie Wood has long been bullish on Tesla. Though, recent selloffs of the automaker’s shares have elicited some concerns from onlookers. Recently, however, Wood discussed her reasoning for selling shares, adding that she’s still deadset on Tesla’s long-term success and that the investment firm’s confidence in the company … [continued]
Tesla Offering Auto Loans With 7-Year Financing In USA — And Why
Tesla has announced a new 84-month auto loan option for its customers in the U.S., giving buyers up to seven years of financing for new car purchases. The shift, which adds an additional year to Tesla’s previously available financing options, has a very specific reason for being added, according to CEO … [continued]
Why Is Chevy Bringing The Bolt Back?
In a recent press release, Chevrolet announced that they’re bringing the Bolt back. Details are still thin at this time, but I want to cover some background (the cancellation), what we know so far, and why they’re doing this. Long story short: this is yet another example of EVs winning … [continued]
