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Tesla Model 3 EV becomes the most affordable ever in this country. Here s how California’s tax rebates and the federal clean vehicle credit in the US have made select electric cars significantly more affordable for some buyers. Tesla Model 3 is one among these models, and it has witnessed a significant price cut owing to the incentives, making it the most affordable ever. The pure electric Tesla compact sedan is now priced at $19,830.
Tesla s lead is temporary with no mass-market electric cars, says GM CEO Mary Barra Tesla is undoubtedly leading the pack of electric car manufacturers. The innovative EV company has been selling more than a million cars worldwide. However, this lead is temporary as Tesla doesn t have any profitable, mass-market electric cars in its lineup, believes General Motors CEO Mary Barra. The GM CEO rarely talks about Tesla, and she almost never praises or gives it the due credit for any success the electric cars have today. However, with her latest comment, she indirectly admitted that Tesla leads the EV space with its innovative technology, profitability and scale.
World Environment Day: Top electric cars with longest range in India With the growing popularity of electric vehicles and development of charging infrastructure, many environmentally conscious people are looking to buy battery-powered vehicles these days. However, range anxiety remains one of the biggest concerns that hold them back from trying their hands at theese greener options. Carmakers have been trying to resolve this issue by offering cars with more range and faster charging time.
These Lamborghini and McLaren supercars seen ICEing a Tesla supercharger station The love-hate relationship between internal combustion engine-powered vehicle owners and electric vehicle owners has made many headlines worldwide. In the latest incident, a pair of supercars from Lamborghini and McLaren with mid-engine layouts were spotted parked in a Tesla Supercharger parking station. This irked one Tesla owner, who reportedly spoke to the owners of the supercars who claimed that they thought the parking bays could be shared with non-electric vehicles, reports PlugShare. This could be a lame excuse, but the parking bays had no sign saying that ICE vehicles couldn t park there.
World Environment Day: Why electric vehicles alone may not save the planet Electric vehicle are often touted as the saviours of our planet and the biggest weapon in the fight against climate change. This is because vehicular emissions are a leading cause of worry among environmentalists and a global market that has so far been heavily dependent on fossil fuels has taken a toll on the planet. But will EVs be the one-stop solution towards bringing down emission levels radically? Hardly, say experts.
Elon Musk raves about Tesla Giga Shanghai workers positive energy. Details here Tesla CEO Elon Musk, in his recent visit to the Giga Shanghai factory, has raved about the employees and their work ethics at the plant. During his speech at the factory, Musk didn t hide his admiration for the work ethic and his rivals in China. He also didn t shy away from praising his executive team and employees there.
Ford Mustang Mach-E EV catches fire in this country. Details here In the recent past, several electric vehicle fire incidents have been reported across the world. As the number of electric vehicles is increasing on the road, the number of thermal incidents involving EVs being reported too is rising. The latest addition to this list is a Ford Mustang Mach-E, which caught fire in Gdansk, Poland.
Hero MotoCorp s Vida V1 Pro electric scooter price hiked by this much Hero MotoCorp has increased the price of its electric scooter Vida V1 Pro by around ₹6,000 from June after the reduction in subsidies for electric vehicles. The electric scooter will now be available for ₹1,45,900 (ex-showroom, Mumbai). In cities like New Delhi, Ahmedabad, Surat and Vadodara, the electric scooter now retails at ₹1,25,900 (ex-showroom). The prices include the available FAME II subsidy and a portable charger.
MG ZS EVs cumulatively clock 19 crore kms, save 27 million kgs of CO2 MG Motor India has announced that its ZS electric cars have cumulatively clocked more than 19 crore kilometres of driving distance, helping save 27 million kgs of carbon dioxide, i.e., an average of just 144.9 grams per kilometre. With this feat, the carmaker has re-affirmed its commitment towards betterment of the environment. It is in line with this goal to reduce carbon footprint and ease urban mobility.
Tesla owners can get $1000 off and 3 months of free FSD. Here s how Tesla is boosting its referral program by offering $1,000 off and three months of free Full Self-Driving (FSD) on Model S and Model X purchases to existing Tesla owners. The electric car manufacturer paused its referral program for a few years but relaunched it last month for EVs. The automaker has revealed that the referrers and buyers can earn credits. These Tesla credits can be redeemed for free Supercharger miles, to purchase items in Tesla s online stores and for entries in a Cybertruck raffle.
Okaya EV sales grow 140% in May 2023; becomes sixth-largest electric two-wheeler player Indian two-wheeler maker Okaya EV reported its sales for May 2023 and the manufacturer registered a 140 per cent increase year-on-year with 3,875 units sold. Okaya became the sixth-largest electric two-wheeler player last month, after Ola Electric, TVS, Ather Energy, Bajaj Auto and Ampere. The company also said that it managed to capture a market share of 3.7 per cent of the electric two-wheeler segment in the country.
All-electric Kinetic Luna moped launch confirmed; likely to be called e Luna Kinetic Green, the EV arm of the Pune-based Kinetic Group is all set to resurrect the Luna model name for its all-new offering. A highly popular product back in the day, the Kinetic Luna is all set to make a comeback in the form of an electric two-wheeler and will be badged as the ‘e Luna’ upon arrival. Sulajja Firodia Motwani, Founded and CEO - Kinetic Green, recently confirmed the development on social media.
Jaguar I-Pace recalled over battery fire risk, nearly 6,400 cars impacted. Details here Jaguar has issued a recall impacting nearly 6,400 I-Pace electric SUVs over a potential battery fire risk. The British luxury car brand has said that the affected electric SUVs will be recalled to replace a battery energy control module in order to eliminate a potential fire risk.
Tesla discontinues Model S and Model X in these countries. Details here Tesla has quietly discontinued the right-hand-drive (RHD) version of the Model S sedan and Model X SUV in Australia and New Zealand. The electric car manufacturer s move has sparked anger among the potential buyers in these countries who have booked the Model X and Model S. However, the automaker has said that these affected buyers can now opt for a refund or buy the Tesla Model 3 or Model Y instead.
Get set, charge! Tata Group signs $1.6 billion EV battery plant deal India s Tata Group signed an outline deal on Friday on building a lithium-ion cell factory, based on investment of about 130 billion rupees ($1.58 billion), as part of the nation s efforts to create its own electric vehicle supply chain.
Okaya electric scooters become pricier after FAME 2 subsidy cut. Know more Okaya EV has announced a price hike for its electric scooters, owing to the subsidy reduction by the government of India under the amended FAME 2 scheme. The Okaya Faast F4, Faast F3, Faast F2B, and Faast F2T electric scooters pricing has been increased significantly, revealed the EV manufacturer in an official release.
Contrary to India, China mulls extending incentives on EVs to re-ignite demand Even as the debate rages on in India over the reduction in subsidy under FAME II for electric vehicles from 40 per cent to 15 per cent, China is mulling extending incentives to arrest the lacklustre demand for such vehicles in the country. China is the world leader when it comes to sales of EVs but demand in recent times has decelerated.
Tata Nexon EV Max top-end variant now gets a larger infotainment screen The Tata Nexon EV Max not only has a larger range to boast of but a larger infotainment screen as well. Tata Motors announced on Friday that the screeen inside the Nexon EV Max XZ+ LUX variant has been updated and now measures 10.25 inches.
Nexon EV, Tiago EV, Tigor EV help Tata Motors electric car sales grow by 66% Tata Motors continues to dominate the electric car sales in India. In May, India s largest electric car manufacturer has sold 5,805 units of Nexon EV, Tiago EV and Tigor EV. Tata has registered a health 66 per cent growth in sales compared to the same month last year. This has been possible mostly due to the introduction of the Tiago EV earlier this year. Within four months of its launch, the electric hatchback had clocked 10,000 units hinting at its popularity.
Nexon EV, Tiago EV, Tigor EV help Tata Motors electric car sales grow by 66% Tata Motors continues to dominate the electric car sales in India. In May, India s largest electric car manufacturer has sold 5,805 units of Nexon EV, Tiago EV and Tigor EV. Tata has registered a health 66 per cent growth in sales compared to the same month last year. This has been possible mostly due to the introduction of the Tiago EV earlier this year. Within four months of its launch, the electric hatchback had clocked 10,000 units hinting at its popularity.
