To Study Tornadoes, Bring an Apocalypse-Proof Truck. And Rocket Launchers. Tornadoes are one of nature’s most destructive forces, capable of wreaking havoc on both the environment and human lives. Understanding the intricacies of these devastating storms is crucial for ensuring preparedness and minimizing the damage caused. Therefore, researchers must go to great lengths to study… Continue reading To Study Tornados, Bring an Apocalypse-Proof Truck. And Rocket Launchers
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Tesla’s Cheaper Long-Range Model 3 Is Back
Tesla’s Cheaper Long-Range Model 3 Is Back Tesla, the world-renowned electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, has announced the return of its long-range Model 3 at a more affordable price point. This move aims to make EVs accessible to a larger consumer base and accelerate the transition towards sustainable transportation. The original long-range version of the Tesla… Continue reading Tesla’s Cheaper Long-Range Model 3 Is Back
Cruise robotaxi collides with fire truck in San Francisco, leaving one injured
In what appears to be the first safety incident involving a Cruise self-driving car, one person has been injured after a Cruise robotaxi collided with a fire truck in San Francisco. The incident happened early Sunday morning when the Cruise robotic vehicle, carrying two passengers, was travelling on Stockton Street at the intersection of Post… Continue reading Cruise robotaxi collides with fire truck in San Francisco, leaving one injured
Powered by electric vehicle growth, China overtakes Japan as biggest auto exporter
With the electric vehicle growth in China, the country has now overtaken Japan to become the world’s largest auto exporter. Already the world’s biggest automobile manufacturer, China is now exporting more cars than any other nation. The most recent figures from the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM) show that the export of all vehicles,… Continue reading Powered by electric vehicle growth, China overtakes Japan as biggest auto exporter
Tesla’s range-flation
Tesla’s Range-Fflation Problem Tesla, Incorporated has been at the forefront of the ever-growing electric vehicle (EV) market since its debut in the early 2000s. Despite being a leader in EV production and innovation, Tesla may be experiencing a problem with range-flation. Range-flation is jargon used to describe the increasing number of longer range EV models… Continue reading Tesla’s range-flation
Tesla’s strategy to fuel EV sales? Keep cutting prices
Tesla has long been the leading force in the electric vehicle (EV) market, pushing the boundaries of functionality and performance far beyond what any of its competitors have been able to achieve. In recent years, however, Tesla has also made its mark not just on performance but also on technology and affordability. Tesla’s strategy? To… Continue reading Tesla’s strategy to fuel EV sales? Keep cutting prices
Lucid’s laying off 18 percent of its workers
On Thursday, Lucid Motors, a California based electric vehicle maker, announced that it will be laying off 18 percent of its workforce of approximately 2,000 employees as part of a restructuring effort. This decision follows a period of rapid growth for Lucid as the company attempts to become a major player in the EV space.… Continue reading Lucid’s laying off 18 percent of its workers
The Year Ahead in Autonomous Responsibility
The emergence of autonomous vehicles has changed the way people think about the transportation industry in many ways, but one of the most important of those ways is how we think about responsibility. Autonomous vehicles are now taking on more and more responsibility for the safety, operation, performance, and maintenance of vehicles, providing us with… Continue reading The Year Ahead in Autonomous Responsibility
A partial list of all the EVs that qualify for the new $7,500 tax credit
The electric vehicle (EV) industry has seen a huge surge in popularity since the unveiling of the new $7,500 tax credit for qualifying EVs. This federal tax credit, which was enacted in December 2019, is meant to encourage and incentivize individuals and families to adopt cleaner, more sustainable transportation solutions. But with the wide array… Continue reading A partial list of all the EVs that qualify for the new $7,500 tax credit