The news about Tesla this week includes arguments over automatic OTA updates, one-pedal driving, and deep fakes of Elon Musk.
Category: eMobility
Behold, The Cleanest EVs On The Road. Why Aren’t Banks Jumping On This?
In a previous article series, I compared the lifetime emissions of various real EVs and PHEVs on the road, as well as several hypothetical EVs. I even compared power sources (renewables vs. dirtier grids) to see how that all stacks up. I’m not going to go through the methodology and assumptions involved, as I previously […]
Tesla Shareholders Ask: Are Automotive Supply Chains & Labor Rights Incompatible?
A CleanTechnica interviewee argues that automakers cannot make the excuse that it's too complicated to know who their suppliers are and how their suppliers are violating human rights.
Tesla Model S Plaid Track Package Unlocks 200 MPH Top Speed & Track-Level Performance
Tesla (TSLA) has finally unveiled the goodies that can unleash the full potential of a Model S Plaid. Tesla enthusiasts have been waiting for this option since the electric automaker delivered the first Plaid Model S in June 2021. The automaker is now offering a hardware and software bundle called the Track Package. The Tesla […]
US Treasury Announces New Solar Tax Credit Guidance
The US Treasury Department has just issued new rules regarding tax credits for solar power installations in the US. Not everyone is happy.
VW Brings Back Its Iconic Race Support Vans, This Time As EVs
Normally, a van wouldn’t be your first thought for racing. They’re big, their center of gravity isn’t low, and they tend to not be very fast except perhaps in straight lines. There are some notable exceptions to this rule, but in general, few think of vans when they think of hitting the pavement and racing, […]
Italy’s EV Market Kept Afloat By High Tesla Sales
Originally published on opportunity:energy. Italy’s shift to electric mobility is experiencing an uncertain path, following what was a very promising exponential growth rate that lasted until 2021. As 2022 proved to be a lost opportunity, much in contrast with other major European countries, 2023 is progressing with rather mixed signals. Official stats for the first […]
These Were The World’s Top-Selling Electric Cars In 2022
Tesla holds the top two spots, followed by the Wuling Hongguang Mini EV. But there are many surprises.
Germany: All-Electric Car Sales Increased In April 2023 By 34%
Plug-in hybrids continue their collapse without the support of incentives.
2023 Lexus RZ 450e: EPA Range And Price Overview
It's much quicker than the Toyota bZ4X and Subaru Solterra cousins.
