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Tesla offers premium Color Wraps in glacier blue, forest green, satin rose gold, slip grey, satin ceramic white, satin stealth black or crimson red for the Model 3 and Model Y.
Lexus is set to unveil an entire concept model lineup at the Japan Mobility Show 2023, focusing on sustainable and electrified visions for the "future of cars.”
Google has introduced new tools for electric vehicle owners, allowing them to search for EV range, charging costs, and other electric-specific features directly from the Google search box, along with tools to compare different EV models and estimate fuel costs compared to gas-powered vehicles.
Kia has announced the pricing and vehicle trim details for its upcoming 2024 EV9, the brand's first three-row SUV EV, with an array of trims starting at $54,900 going all the way up to $73,900 for the GT-Line. Reservations opening on October 16.
Bridgestone India has partnered with Tata Power to install 25/30 Kwh capacity DC fast chargers for four-wheelers at its dealerships nationwide, capable of charging a vehicle within one hour and accommodating 20-24 vehicles daily, operational 24/7 and accessible to all EV owners through Tata Power's EV Charging mobile app.
Stellantis and Samsung SDI are set to construct a second battery manufacturing facility in Kokomo, Indiana, forming part of the StarPlus Energy joint venture, with production scheduled to begin in early 2027, involving an investment of over $3.2 billion and creating 1,400 new jobs in the region, doubling the total investment to more than $6.3 billion and 2,800 new jobs alongside the first gigafactory already in construction.
Mercedes-Benz USA reported Q3 2023 electric vehicle sales grew 284%, from the same quarter last year, to 10,423 units, accounting for 14% of all Mercedes-Benz passenger vehicle sales in the US with the EQ lineup now accounting for 14% of all Mercedes passenger vehicle sales in the US.
DeWalt is joining with Paragon Group to create a J1772 style EV charger plug compatible with all major electric vehicle brands, including Tesla NACS (via an adaptor). There will be two types: portable and wall-mounted. Portable chargers come in 16Amp and 32Amp varieties and are great for on-the-go charging, while wall-mounted chargers come in 40Amp and 48mp models and require professional installation.
Six projects in various UK areas have secured government and industry funding totaling $1.6 million to conduct feasibility studies on how self-driving vehicle technology can improve local transport, focusing on cost-effectiveness, reduced emissions.Mobility programme.
Vingroup's Chairman, Mr. Pham Nhat Vuong, will donate 99.8% of VinES Energy Solutions Joint Stock Company's shares to VinFast to enhance VinFast's self-sufficiency in battery technology and its production chain.
Exyte will construct a state-of-the-art dry room for Volkswagen within the automaker's battery cell gigafactory in Salzgitter, Germany, playing a crucial role in battery cell production by maintaining the required clean and dry environment, with prospects of an annual capacity of 40 GWh.
Kodiak Robotics and Maersk have opened the first commercial autonomous trucking lane between Houston and Oklahoma City, facilitating 24-hour operation for four days a week to transport consumer goods and expand their collaboration, marking a significant milestone for self-driving trucking technology deployment.