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How Tesla deployed FSD-style features in China despite data restrictions: report
- Tesla deployed FSD-style features in China despite data restrictions.
- A collaboration between Tesla's engineering teams in China and the United States facilitated the deployment.
- Engineers from Tesla's U.S. headquarters traveled to China to help with the local deployment of FSD features.
- The data used for algorithm training in China were from Tesla's engineering vehicles that have been driven on specific roads in the country.
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Toyota Teases Sleek New Electric Crossover Ahead Of March Debut
- Toyota plans to unveil a brand-new electric coupe crossover designed in Europe.
- The new model is likely the production version of the bZ Compact SUV Concept.
- More details about the car will be announced on March 11.
- The electric crossover promises to offer elevated driving dynamics and surprising space.
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2W EVs and 5 Forces
- Ola leads the 2W EV market with a 35% market share, with Bajaj Auto showing high YoY growth at 105%.
- Operating margins in the 2W EV industry range from 8-12%, with major players facing intense competition.
- Battery packs constitute a significant cost in EV production, with India importing cells from China and South Korea.
- New-age EV manufacturers are vertically integrated, reducing reliance on outsourcing for components like battery packs.
- The Indian government's subsidies like FAME II aim to boost EV adoption, with a focus now shifting to battery-cell manufacturing.
- An analysis of the 2W EV industry through Porter's Five Forces highlights high barriers to entry and strong competition.
- EVs face threats from ICE vehicles in rural markets due to infrastructure and cost advantages.
- Bargaining power of customers is influenced by pricing and service factors, impacting the sales of 2W EVs.
- Suppliers in the EV industry, particularly battery cell suppliers, hold bargaining power due to concentration and demand premium pricing.
- The industry sees high competition with legacy players and startups vying for market share through price wars and innovation.
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Here's How The Ramcharger's Range-Extended EV Powertrain Works
- The Ramcharger extended-range electric truck's powertrain includes a 3.6-liter V-6 engine connected to a generator.
- There are three modes of operation: Electric+, E-Save, and Eco.
- Electric+ offers all-electric driving until the battery is depleted, with the engine turning on to generate electricity.
- E-Save mode allows the engine to maintain the battery's state of charge, while Eco mode conserves power by limiting horsepower and reducing non-essential functions.
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Tesla China to start new Model Y deliveries on February 26
- Deliveries of the new Tesla Model Y in China are expected to begin on February 26, 2025.
- The first deliveries of the revamped all-electric crossover will be for the Launch Series, available in Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) and All Wheel Drive (AWD) variants.
- The Launch Series will have special equipment and an additional two-year or 40,000-kilometer warranty.
- Tesla China's official Weibo account announced that the deliveries will start on February 26, 2025.
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New battery electrode could power EVs for over 600 km on a single charge
- A team of researchers at UNIST has developed a new type of battery electrode that could significantly increase the driving range of electric vehicles (EVs).
- The electrode, which is five times thicker than current versions, allows for higher capacity without slowing down charging speeds.
- The new electrode has an areal capacity of 20 mAh/cm², much higher than commercial batteries, and has a high density of 3.65 g/cm³, which directly increases energy storage.
- This breakthrough could enable EVs to travel over 600 kilometers on a single charge, making electric vehicles more efficient and practical.
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Tesla rolls out self-driving tech in China after BYD offers it for free
- Tesla is rolling out self-driving features to some cars in China, similar to the Full Self-Driving (FSD) system in the US.
- The new features allow Tesla owners in China to use driver-assist features on controlled-access and city roads.
- BYD, Tesla's biggest rival in China, announced equipping nearly all its models with advanced self-driving tech at no extra cost.
- Other Chinese brands are also seeing higher sales of their affordable electric and hybrid vehicles outside of China.
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‘Tesla Takedown’ wants to hit Elon Musk where it hurts
- Protesters forming part of the #TeslaTakedown movement gathered outside Tesla showrooms across the country to express their discontent with Elon Musk's actions.
- The protests were organized on Bluesky, a competitor to Musk's social media platform X, and have been going on for three weeks.
- Protesters held signs and chanted slogans, criticizing Musk and his attempts to dismantle large parts of the federal government.
- The number of protests has increased, with 65 events listed on TeslaTakedown.com.
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Tesla China’s first FSD-inspired update gains wide acclaim
- Tesla China has rolled out an advanced driver-assist feature update that showcases FSD-like capabilities.
- The update, labeled as 'City Autopilot,' allows Tesla vehicles to navigate inner city streets, change lanes, and follow navigation routes.
- Initial tests and social media videos from China indicate positive reactions to the system's performance on public roads.
- While it is not a zero-intervention system, the 'City Autopilot' update has shown promising performance in handling low-to-medium difficulty road conditions.
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New standard helps companies comply with EU digital battery passport requirement
- The German Institute for Standardization (DIN) and the German Commission for Electrical, Electronic & Information Technologies (DKE) have published a new standard to help companies implement the mandatory EU-wide digital battery passport, which comes into effect in February 2027.
- The standard, DIN DKE SPEC 99100, “Requirements for Data Attributes of the Battery Passport,” provides practical guidance for the passport, which will document data along battery life cycles to help compare their performance.
- DIN DKE SPEC 99100 defines data attributes to be included in the digital battery passport based on requirements by the EU Battery Regulation as well as voluntary additions.
- The Battery Pass consortium has also published an updated and aligned version of the “Data attribute longlist” on its website, where requirements can be filtered by different battery categories.
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Bollinger Motors partners with EO Charging to provide fleet electrification solutions
- Bollinger Motors has partnered with fleet charging specialist EO Charging to provide electrification solutions for commercial fleet customers.
- EO Charging will deliver its 'full charge assurance solution' which includes charger installation, tech stack, and support with an uptime greater than 99%.
- By combining Bollinger B4 with EO Charging's infrastructure, businesses of any size can transition to electrification with confidence.
- The partnership aims to offer smart, scalable, and cost-effective charging solutions for fleet operators' transition to electric vehicles.
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Tesla sales almost halved in Europe last month and were surpassed by a Chinese rival
- Tesla's European sales fell 45% in January compared to the same month last year.
- Despite a rise in EV sales in Europe, Tesla was surpassed by China's SAIC Motor.
- Elon Musk has been involved in European politics, endorsing the German AfD party.
- Overall sales of battery electric vehicles in Europe increased by 34% in January.
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Tesla sales almost halve in Europe as Musk faces criticism over Trump ties
- Sales of new Tesla cars in Europe almost halved last month, indicating waning demand for the company's vehicles.
- Tesla sold 9,945 vehicles in Europe in January 2022, down 45% from the previous year.
- This decline could be attributed to Elon Musk's interventions in European political affairs and his senior role in Donald Trump's administration.
- Tesla's market share in Europe dropped from 1.8% to 1% during this period.
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Hedge funds are trimming their Magnificent 7 holdings — here's what they're buying instead
- Hedge funds are trimming their holdings of the Magnificent Seven stocks, including Apple, Amazon, Tesla, Microsoft, Nvidia, Alphabet, and Meta.
- Instead, they are buying stocks in the healthcare and communication services sectors.
- Hedge funds are also increasing their focus on companies with AI-enabled revenues, such as Salesforce and ServiceNow.
- They are adjusting their holdings to take advantage of potential deregulation beneficiaries and companies exposed to small businesses and domestic sales.
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2025 BYD Atto 3: Popular EV gets fresh looks, more advanced tech
- BYD has introduced the refreshed Atto 3 electric SUV in China, known as the Yuan Plus.
- The Atto 3 features updated exterior styling and new technology, but no changes in power or driving range.
- The SUV showcases more aggressive side air aprons, a sharper rear bumper, and a new stepped rear spoiler.
- The interior of the Atto 3 includes a larger digital instrument cluster and a relocated gear shifter, with a smartphone charger in its place.
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