US To Investigate “Security Concerns” Involving Chinese Electric Cars
The Biden administration is worried that Chinese cars may spy on Americans and is taking steps to protect people such espionage.
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Li Auto Launches Its Super Luxe Li MEGA “Cybervan”
Li Auto has just officially launched its Li MEGA, which is a vehicle Jo Borras and I called a “Cybervan” four months ago. The Li MEGA is a super luxurious and high-tech van, which is to be expected from Li Auto, a “new energy vehicle” startup in China that has … [continued]
USA & China Electricity Generation TWh & CO2e Trajectories Since 2000 Are Startling
For a decade I’ve been tracking the exponential expansion of wind, solar, and to a lesser extent hydro electricity generation in China, mostly against nuclear generation’s much flatter growth trajectory. In recent years I’ve been looking at other aspects of generation, in part because of the regular refrain of delayers … [continued]
Geely & AITO (Who?!?!) Shine In China — In Rising 18% Market Share In January
After the December sales peak, the year started with an expected sales slump, but smaller than expected, with numbers almost doubling compared to last year. Although, January 2023 had a lot going against it (a covid surge, the end of EV subsidies on January 1st, the Lunar New Year celebrations … [continued]
They Didn’t Believe Us When We Said Unaffordable EVs Were A Problem
I came across an interesting post the other day on social media that (mostly) checks out. As Chinese EVs get cheaper and cheaper, U.S. manufacturers are starting to freak out. BYD in China just dropped this ad saying "Electric Cheaper Than Gasoline".This BYD car starts at $11,100 USD and they … [continued]
Tesla Cybertruck a Hit in China!
Tesla (TSLA) has shipped its all-American Cybertruck to China for a tour across several cities. The large electric pickup truck is getting a ton of attention in the country from automotive and EV enthusiasts. Jay reports Tesla updates from Shanghai on X/Twitter (see below). On Sunday, he visited the Tesla … [continued]
Volkswagen Introduces New Plug-In Hybrid Powertrain While China Embraces PHEVs
Plug-in hybrid cars are suddenly the hottest thing in the new car market as customers shy away from electric cars.
Taiwan’s Bikes & E-Bikes Getting Squeezed Out Of The Market, But A Comeback Seems Likely
While the cultures of Taiwan and China continue to slowly drift their separate ways (after a civil war three-quarters of a century ago), there’s one thing that’s still firmly entrenched on both sides of the Strait: bicycles. It’s an indisputable fact that bikes are fantastic for densely-populated areas. They’re small, … [continued]
Will US Automakers Build Affordable Electric Cars For Americans Before China Does?
The push to make less expensive electric cars for American drivers is spurring intense competition to lower manufacturing costs.
1st Drive of the Updated 2024 Tesla Model 3 Long Range
Tesla continues to hype up the updated 2024 Tesla Model 3, which emerged out of the project code named “Highland.” It launched in China first, with Europe not far behind, and only recently found its way into Tesla’s home market here in the US. We hopped onto Tesla’s website and … [continued]
