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Tesla applies for ride-hail permit in California — but there’s a catch
- Tesla has applied for a permit with the California Public Utilities Commission to operate a ride-hail service in the state.
- The permit, if approved, would be a first step for Tesla to eventually operate a robotaxi service.
- The application is for a transportation charter-party carrier permit, which means Tesla owns the vehicles and employs drivers.
- Although Tesla has not yet applied for a TNC permit or the CPUC's Autonomous Vehicle Passenger Service program, this move suggests the company's preparation for a future driverless ride-hailing service.
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Schneider Electric and Liminal partner on EV battery ultrasound-based inspection
- French automation specialist Schneider Electric has collaborated with Liminal Insights for battery inspection services.
- The partnership aims to integrate Liminal's ultrasound-based metrology with Schneider Electric's industrial intelligence ecosystem.
- The new system offers real-time quality inspection for all battery cell types, identifying production issues and providing root cause analysis.
- The integrated inspection system can lead to cost savings and improved operational efficiencies for battery manufacturers.
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California Energy Commission to launch $55-million EV charging station funding round
- The California Energy Commission (CEC) will launch a new $55-million funding round in July 2025 to support the installation of DC fast charging stations in California.
- The funding will cover up to 100% of the costs to deploy EV fast chargers, with a maximum funding per charging port of either $55,000 or $100,000 based on the power level.
- Applications for the funding will be open to EV charging service providers and businesses representing various locations such as convenience stores, gas stations, retail centers, parking lots, and hotels.
- Priority will be given to charging projects in tribal, disadvantaged, and low-income communities.
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GM’s EV Surge Is Set To Face Its Biggest Challenge This Year
- General Motors faces a challenging year ahead in 2025 amidst policy uncertainties and tariffs threatening its EV growth.
- 2024 marked a successful turnaround for GM in EV sales, positioning it as a strong contender in the market.
- Policy support like the federal clean vehicle credit has boosted GM's EV accessibility, but potential changes could impact sales.
- GM's commitment to EVs faces hurdles with potential tariff impacts and subsidy uncertainties.
- Despite challenges, GM's profitable gas vehicle segment provides a cushion amidst EV market uncertainties.
- Tesla's entry into robotaxi services in California poses competition for Waymo and Uber, with initial human drivers in operation.
- Tesla's Full-Self Driving system faces safety concerns, impacting the readiness of its robotaxi venture.
- Some EV buyers may face challenges with obtaining tax credits due to misunderstandings around the new point-of-sale system.
- The broader impact of EV tax credit denials is being mitigated by successful reporting systems, benefiting thousands of EV buyers.
- Uncertainties in the economic landscape challenge automakers, prompting questions on their resilience in the face of evolving policies.
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Rivian reports record revenue in final quarter of 2024
- Rivian Automotive reports record revenue in the final quarter of 2024 with a net revenue of $170,000, a significant increase from Q4 2023.
- The company attributes the record revenue to the sale of regulatory credits, software and services revenue growth, and increased vehicle prices.
- Rivian's net loss for the full calendar year 2024 was $1.2 billion, a decrease from $2.03 billion in 2023.
- The company produced 49,476 vehicles and delivered 51,579 vehicles in 2024, with a potential to achieve modest gross profit for 2025.
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Upcoming Kia EV1 Will Be Even Smaller And More Affordable
- Kia is working on an even smaller electric model, expected to be the electric equivalent of the Kia Picanto city car.
- The upcoming electric model is likely to be called the EV1 and is expected to be priced €5,000 ($5,200) lower than the EV2.
- Kia unveiled the EV2 Concept, previewing a production model, which is already compact, but the upcoming EV1 will be even smaller.
- Kia President Ho Sung Song stated that the company is studying entry EV models and plans to reveal them on the next EV Day.
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How To Save EVs From Politics
- The politicization of electric vehicles (EVs) has become a significant issue in the automotive industry.
- Michigan's Elissa Slotkin, a Democratic supporter, had to address concerns about EVs during her election campaign.
- The EV Politics Project and the American EV Jobs Alliance are working towards depoliticizing EVs in the United States.
- GOP voters' concerns about EVs, such as costs and lack of charging infrastructure, and the role of Elon Musk and former President Donald Trump in the EV transition are discussed.
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Tesla’s Ride-Hailing Service: Everything We Know So Far
- Tesla has applied for a transportation charter-party carrier permit in California, signaling its intent to launch a ride-hailing service.
- Tesla's initial rollout will likely involve human-driven vehicles, unlike Waymo's autonomous robotaxi service.
- Tesla's ultimate goal is to have a fleet of fully autonomous Teslas operating as robotaxis.
- Tesla's entry into the ride-hailing market could redefine vehicle ownership and disrupt the transportation industry.
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Elon Musk’s Boring Company is planning a housing project linked to Loop station
- Elon Musk's Boring Company plans to build a 132-unit multifamily project with a connected Loop station.
- The project, located in Las Vegas, will feature a U-shaped building, a drive-thru bodega, and amenities such as a bar, lounge, game room, gym, and a courtyard.
- The Loop station will be part of the upcoming University Center Loop, connecting key areas in the city.
- The Vegas Loop, expected to have 68 miles of underground tunnels and 104 stations, is being constructed using an all-electric tunnel boring machine called Prufrock.
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Xiaomi’s supercar expected to meet annual target overnight with over 10k orders
- China's Xiaomi received over 10,000 orders for its supercar just two hours after the launch.
- Xiaomi aims to sell 10,000 units of the SU7 Ultra sportscar priced from RMB 529,900 ($72,702) this year.
- Analysts estimate the luxury sedan could sell over 50,000 units this year thanks to aggressive pricing.
- The SU7 Ultra, with performance features comparable to Porsche and Tesla, is positioned at a lower price point.
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Kia’s EV4: The Affordable Electric Sedan with Impressive Range
- Kia introduces the EV4, an affordable electric sedan and hatchback.
- EV4 sedan features extended rear design and sporty hatchback designed for the European market.
- EV4 offers a power output of 150 kW and a range of up to 630 km per charge.
- Kia plans to produce 160,000 units of EV4, positioning it as an entry-level alternative to Tesla's Model 3.
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Battery Industry 2025: Scaling Production vs. Solid-State Innovation for EVs
- Battery advancements are driving a transformative shift across industries, with a focus on balancing production and solid-state innovation.
- Next-generation technologies like solid-state batteries have the potential to redefine energy storage and mobility.
- Manufacturers need new or upgraded production lines to meet the growing demand for electric vehicles and renewable energy storage.
- The industry must address challenges in securing ethical raw materials, optimizing manufacturing, scaling recycling infrastructure, reducing costs, and innovating rapidly to stay competitive.
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New rEVolution: EV batteries will soon be repairable or rebuildable
- Advancements are being made to enable the repair and rebuilding of EV batteries, addressing the concern of replacement costs.
- EV battery degradation due to factors like temperature variations and usage results in reduced performance, affecting the range and efficiency of electric vehicles.
- Unlike conventional ICE vehicles, repairing and rebuilding EV batteries is more complex and requires specialized skills and expertise.
- Repairing EV batteries offers cost savings, sustainability benefits, extended battery life, and reduced downtime, facilitating the maintenance and longevity of electric vehicles.
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Mansory Cybertruck revealed for people with too much money, not enough taste
- Swiss firm Mansory has revealed its design for the Tesla Cybertruck, named 'Elongation'.
- Mansory has added carbon-fiber trim, extended front and rear bumpers, side skirts, and two miniature wings at the rear of the bed of the Cybertruck.
- The wheels have been upgraded to 26 inches in diameter and 11 inches wide, while maintaining a lightweight aluminum alloy structure.
- The interior features a new color scheme with bright white, black, and yellow highlights, replacing the original grey and white colors.
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Mercedes-Benz to trim workforce in China by 15%
- Mercedes-Benz and its subsidiaries are trimming their workforce in China by 15 per cent.
- The sales and finance divisions, Mercedes-Benz Automobile Finance and Beijing Mercedes-Benz Sales Service, will face the maximum brunt of the job cuts.
- The decision to downsize comes as Mercedes-Benz aims to cut costs and focus on petrol and diesel cars, reducing the number of electric vehicles in its latest range of offerings.
- Porsche, another German luxury car maker, had also planned to trim its workforce in China by 30 per cent amid slow sales and decreasing demand for luxury cars.
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