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REE Automotive’s modular REEcorners enable an unprecedented amount of flexibility in EV design
- REE Automotive has introduced a modular component called REEcorner that includes the motor, steering, suspension, and brakes, providing flexibility in EV design.
- The x-by-wire system in REE vehicles controls drive, steering, and braking electronically, enhancing performance and design possibilities.
- The REE platform features connection points for easy customization of vocational vehicles by upfitters.
- The REEcorner module integrates motor, steering, suspension, braking, and control, offering independent control at each corner of the vehicle.
- REE's focus on the North American commercial vehicle market with multiple sales locations and significant orders indicates rapid growth.
- REE Automotive's VP of Engineering, Dr. Peter Dow, discusses the advantages of the modular design concept and customization options for customers.
- Each REEcorner includes a motor, steering actuator, and brake actuator controlled by an electronic control unit, facilitating easy replacement and maintenance.
- REE's by-wire system enables customizable driving experiences, such as adjusting steering feedback, rear steer, and acceleration profiles through software changes.
- REE focuses on modular battery packs and power source flexibility, allowing customization for different applications and customer needs.
- The company's unique corner technology, by-wire system, and customizable platform sets it apart in the commercial EV market, offering a distinct advantage.
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Tesla UK sales up over 20% despite Elon Musk backlash
- Tesla's UK sales surged over 20% in February, with almost 4,000 vehicles sold despite concerns of a consumer backlash tied to CEO Elon Musk.
- The Tesla Model 3 and Model Y ranked second and third, respectively, as the UK's most popular cars in February, according to The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders.
- EVs accounted for 25% of new registrations in the UK, with the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y driving the 20.7% year-over-year growth in sales.
- Tesla's UK market share increased to 4.6% from 3.75% a year ago, defying concerns about Elon Musk's political stances and criticisms affecting demand.
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Arrest made after Tesla Salem site attacked with Molotov cocktails
- A 41-year-old man was arrested for throwing Molotov cocktails at a Tesla store in Salem.
- The attack caused around $500,000 in damages and resulted in the destruction of one vehicle.
- Surveillance footage captured the suspect throwing a Molotov cocktail-style device and aiming an AR-15-style rifle at a witness.
- This incident is part of a trend of vandalism targeting Tesla stores due to Elon Musk's political involvement.
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Tesla’s Stock Jumps as Morgan Stanley Names It ‘Top Pick’ in U.S. Autos
- Morgan Stanley names Tesla its 'Top Pick' in U.S. autos.
- Tesla's focus on AI and robotics positions it as a leader in 'embodied AI'.
- Morgan Stanley maintains an 'overweight' rating on Tesla, with a $430 price target.
- Tesla's long-term success lies in its broader vision of AI, autonomous driving, and robotics.
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Global battery industry enters new phase, says IEA
- The global battery industry is set to reach the 1 TWh demand milestone by 2024, with China leading in production and cost reduction, especially with the focus on LFP batteries.
- China accounts for over 75% of global battery production, with prices falling significantly and EVs becoming cost-competitive with traditional vehicles in the country.
- The success in the Chinese market is attributed to high production volume, centralized expertise, an integrated supply chain, and focus on LFP batteries, which are cheaper than NMC batteries.
- Despite price declines, competition in China may lead to a reduction in the number of battery producers and consolidation in the market, but China is expected to remain a key player.
- Korea and Japan, known for NMC batteries, are expanding overseas manufacturing capacity while considering the adoption of LFP designs to compete in the market.
- The United States has seen a significant increase in battery manufacturing capacity, with tax credits boosting growth, although component manufacturing lags behind.
- Southeast Asia and Morocco are emerging as potential battery production hubs, with significant investments in battery manufacturing and components.
- Efforts to develop new production capacity involve collaborations with established battery producers, international partnerships, and sustained demand from electric vehicle sales.
- The IEA emphasizes the need for strategic collaboration and diversification in battery production to mitigate security concerns and reduce the cost gap with Chinese manufacturers.
- Electric vehicle sales remain crucial in driving battery demand, with collaborations and investments necessary to enhance domestic supply chains and support new markets.
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Tesla Model Y tops South Korea import sales in February 2025
- The Tesla Model Y was the top-selling imported car in South Korea in February 2025 with 2,038 units sold.
- Total imported passenger car registrations in South Korea increased by 24.4% compared to the previous year.
- The Model Y variant that performed well was the classic version, although Tesla is phasing it out.
- Hybrids accounted for the majority of import registrations, followed by EVs and gasoline vehicles.
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The Kia EV9 Will Soon Be Able To Power Your Entire House
- Kia EV9 owners in the United States will soon be able to power their homes from the SUV's battery.
- To use the feature, a bidirectional charger from Wallbox is required.
- The Wallbox Quasar 2 is the only compatible bidirectional charger available in the United States.
- The Quasar 2 charger can handle up to 12.48 kilowatts on AC and up to 12.8 kW on DC.
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Nissan Could Nab Foxconn Exec For Its New CEO
- Nissan may appoint a Foxconn executive, Jun Seki, as its new CEO in the wake of CEO Makoto Uchida's struggles after failed merger talks with Honda.
- Jun Seki, a former Nissan executive and current EV strategist at Foxconn, is being considered by Nissan for the CEO role to orchestrate a financial turnaround and potentially rekindle the Honda merger.
- Seki, with over 30 years of experience at Nissan, left to work for Foxconn and could play a crucial role in Nissan's partnership with the Taiwanese manufacturer towards EV production.
- Nissan's move towards Seki indicates a potential tie-up with Foxconn, raising questions about a new alliance that may involve Honda.
- Volkswagen's ID. Every1 will be the first to use Rivian's software, representing a significant shift for VW towards a more powerful software architecture.
- VW's partnership with Rivian aims to enhance its software capabilities, moving away from its glitch-prone in-house software towards Rivian's tech stack.
- General Motors faces legal challenges over data privacy issues, with lawsuits accusing GM of secretly selling driver data from OnStar-equipped vehicles to insurance companies without explicit consent.
- GM's 'Smart Driver' program, monitoring driving habits, allegedly failed to disclose the true intention of data collection to owners, leading to increased insurance rates for some drivers.
- Arkansas and Texas are taking legal action against GM for data privacy violations related to the sale of driver data, with concerns raised up to the U.S. Senate for investigation.
- The lack of small, zippy EVs like hot hatches in the American market prompts discussion about the desire for more compact, high-performance electric vehicles to diversify the EV landscape.
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Hyundai dives into the robotaxi business with TX-based startup
- Hyundai Motor Co. is partnering with Texas-based startup Avride to enter the robotaxi business.
- Hyundai and Avride plan to launch an autonomous ride-hailing service in Texas using all-electric Hyundai IONIQ 5 SUVs.
- The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is a Level 4 autonomous vehicle certified by Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
- Hyundai's IONIQ 5 robotaxis will be integrated with Avride's autonomous driving technology and will be available for rides through the Uber app in Dallas.
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Ultraviolette Tesseract vs Ola S1 Pro: Performance & Features Compared
- The Ultraviolet Tesseract and Ola S1 Pro electric scooters cater to urban commuters and tech-savvy riders with distinct designs, performance, and features.
- The Tesseract features an aviation-inspired design with sharp cuts and a sporty appeal, while the S1 Pro offers a modern, sleek look suitable for urban commuters.
- In terms of pricing, the Tesseract starts at Rs 1,20,000 and offers three variants, while the S1 Pro is competitively priced at Rs 1,29,999 with fewer variant options.
- Performance-wise, the Tesseract outpaces the S1 Pro in power and acceleration, making it ideal for performance enthusiasts.
- The Tesseract boasts advanced safety technology like dual radars and cameras, enhancing rider safety, while the S1 Pro features ABS and CBS for good braking performance but lacks some advanced electronic aids.
- Both scooters offer compelling features: the Tesseract with a 7-inch TFT display and advanced safety tech, and the S1 Pro with MoveOS 5 and multiple riding modes.
- While the Tesseract offers longer ranges in higher variants, the S1 Pro's efficiency per kWh is better, potentially resulting in lower running costs for daily use.
- Service-wise, the Tesseract's network is expanding, while the S1 Pro benefits from Ola Electric's well-established service network and longer market presence.
- User feedback indicates that the Tesseract has advanced tech and performance, while the S1 Pro faces reliability issues like service delays and quality concerns.
- In conclusion, the Tesseract excels in performance and futuristic features, ideal for tech-savvy riders, while the S1 Pro offers better range efficiency and wider service support for daily commuting and reliability.
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Super Bowl Surprise: 2025 Kia Squares
- Kia opted for a cost-effective strategy with the 2025 Kia Squares sweepstakes, reaching 540,000+ consumers through social media rather than a Super Bowl commercial.
- The sweepstakes mirrored the classic squares game played at Super Bowl parties, offering Kia EV9 and other vehicles as prizes.
- Impressions, clicks, and registrations were key metrics used by Kia to measure the success of the Kia Squares promotion.
- Participants who opted-in received product information and were added to Kia's database for potential future engagement.
- Kia focused on engaging entrants for future communications rather than immediate sales incentives.
- The campaign attracted significant engagement, mainly from TikTok, with positive sentiment and high participation rates.
- The cost of the promotion and prize vehicles was significantly lower than a Super Bowl ad, yielding impressive results for Kia.
- While not planned as a regular strategy, Kia sees the value in such promotions for brand visibility and engagement.
- Kia also leverages sponsorships like the New Year's Eve ball drop in Times Square to drive website traffic and social media engagement.
- Winners of the Kia prize vehicles from the sweepstakes were from various cities across the United States.
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Amid Tesla India’s entry plans, U.S. pushes for tariff-free car imports
- Tesla India is solidifying its entry plans as the United States pushes for tariff-free car imports.
- The U.S. is urging India to eliminate or significantly reduce car import tariffs as part of a bilateral trade deal negotiation.
- India considers reducing car import tariffs but hesitates to eliminate them completely, except for the agriculture sector.
- The trade deal discussions between the U.S. and India directly impact Tesla India's entry into the Indian market.
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Ford Just Improved The F-150 Lightning's Charging Time With A Software Update
- Ford has released an over-the-air software update for the 2022 and 2023 F-150 Lightning EVs.
- The software update increases the peak charging current from 450 amps to 500 amps.
- This results in a faster 10% to 80% charge time, cutting it by approximately 11%.
- The update is meant for earlier models to improve their charging performance and ownership experience.
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Why Every OEM is Choosing This Company’s DC EV Fast Chargers
- BLA Etech's DC EV Fast Chargers are redefining standards, ensuring faster, safer, and more efficient charging.
- BLA Etech stands out with inbuilt EMI filters, global certifications, in-house manufacturing, and the industry’s longest 5-year warranty.
- BLA Etech is meeting the growing demand for robust, scalable, and cost-effective EV charging infrastructure in India.
- BLA Etech is the only Indian company with TUV certification for DC EV chargers, guaranteeing safety and quality.
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Driving The Future Of Electrified Commercial Vehicles
- Infineon is playing a vital role in the electrification of commercial vehicles by providing advanced and adaptable semiconductor solutions.
- Their traction inverter solutions, like IGBTs and SiC MOSFETs, maximize range and performance by minimizing switching losses and optimizing energy use.
- Infineon also offers battery management systems, onboard battery chargers, and high-voltage DC-DC converters to ensure precise monitoring, protection, and power management of batteries.
- Their integrated solutions provide a comprehensive approach for the electrified commercial vehicle market, ensuring reduced Total Cost of Ownership and compliance with the required qualifications.
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