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Gotion High-Tech launches 1000km range EV battery

May 19, 2023 3:16 PM EDT

Chinese battery maker, Gotion High-Tech on Friday launched its in-house L600 Astroinno battery cell and pack under the LMFP lineup at the 12th Gotion Technology Conference. The companye new battery features a range of up to 1000km, setting a precedent for developing NCM-free batteries. The batterys debut follows a procurement letter from Volkswagen designating Gotion as a supplier for the automaker's overseas markets.

Dr. Cheng Qian, Executive President of the International Business Unit of Gotion High-Tech, who released... More

Lawsuit claims Revel driver experienced 'unintended acceleration' in Tesla (TSLA)

May 19, 2023 2:28 PM EDT

A driver for electric ridesharing startup, Revel is suing Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) over claims of "unintended acceleration". The plaintiffs lawyer noted that a Tesla suddenly and automatically took off, forcing the driver to crash the vehicle.

The lawsuit was filed earlier this week with the New York State Supreme Court. The filing noted that plaintiff Akm Shamsuzzaman showed up for work at Revel Transit, where he was employed as a driver, on January 29 and was assigned to... More

U.S. administration announces $51M investment towards EV charging network

May 19, 2023 11:12 AM EDT

The Biden-Harris administration, on Thursday announced a $51 million Ride and Drive Electric funding opportunity through President Bidens Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to accelerate the electrification of the nations transportation sector and spur private sector investments in clean transportation.

This funding will help to increase reliability of chargers by providing funding for validating and testing charging equipment and increase opportunities for underserved communities through new jobs and training resources.

Thanks to President Bidens Investing in America agenda, we are developing a... More

Deutsche Bank 'encouraged' by Tesla (TSLA) following tour of Texas Gigafactory

May 19, 2023 9:18 AM EDT

Deutsche Bank reiterated a Buy rating on Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) and maintained their 12-month price target on the stock at $200.00 after hosting investors in Austin for a guided tour of the electric automakers Texas Gigaplant. They also held meetings with the companys Head of IR Martin Viecha and Director Travis Axelrod.

Analyst Emmanuel Rosner was, once again, impressed with the plant, which he says is well designed and runs very efficiently, and is clearly making good progress in ramping up both vehicles and battery cells volumes, and in installing tooling for... More

Tesla (TSLA) Tesla 'serious' about establishing presence in India says Minister

May 19, 2023 8:24 AM EDT

During an interview with Reuters on Friday, the Deputy Minister for Technology of India said that Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA), the electric automaker, is "serious" about plans to establishing a manufacturing presence in the country. This week, Tesla engaged in discussions with Indian officials, covering multiple subjects such as incentives for car and battery manufacturing,... More

Fisker (FSR) explores collaboration with other companies

May 17, 2023 11:41 AM EDT

Fisker (NYSE: FSR) CEO, Henrik Fisker said Wednesday that the electric automaker is exploring collaborations with other companies to scale up market share faster.

"Buyers aren't loyal anymore to their traditional brands. That changes everything. If we collaborate with someone, you can scale quicker ... it could be with suppliers, other car companies, tech companies - we are exploring all these avenues," Fisker said, speaking at the Reuters Automotive Conference in Munich.

During interviews at the conference on Tuesday, senior executives from Polestar (NASDAQ: PSNY) and Smart, rival... More

Tesla (TSLA) reopens talks with India, proposes new EV factory

May 17, 2023 10:43 AM EDT

Reuters reports, citing a source with direct knowledge of the matter, that electric vehicle giant Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) told government officials on Wednesday they would like to build a factory in India to build electric cars for domestic sale and... More

Stellantis (STLA) warns UK factories will close if Brexit deal is not changed

May 17, 2023 9:59 AM EDT

Stellantis (NYSE: STLA), the world's No. 3 carmaker by sales and owner of 14 brands including Vauxhall, Peugeot, Citroen and Fiat has warned the U.K. that British car plants will close with the loss of thousands of jobs unless the Brexit deal is swiftly renegotiated.

According to Stellantis, under the current deal it would face tariffs when exporting electric vans to Europe... More

China's BYD launches autonomous driving division and extensive recruitment drive

May 17, 2023 9:20 AM EDT

BYD Co, the largest electric vehicle manufacturer in China, is well aware of its lag behind competitors in autonomous driving technology. In order to address this weakness, the company has established a new division and launched an extensive recruitment campaign.

During an investor forum this month, Senior Vice President Stella Li revealed that BYD Co has successfully recruited approximately 4,000 to 5,000 software engineers. In a transcript verified by the company, she stated, "Although we are currently not leading the pack, we are committed to delivering a... More

Tesla (TSLA) to finally enter India, will build a local EV factory for domestic sales and export

May 17, 2023 8:43 AM EDT

Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) is looking to further expand its global footprint with a new EV factory in India, as reported by Reuters early Wednesday.

According to a "source with direct knowledge of the matter," the new plant, if materialized, will produce cars for both domestic sales and... More

Tesla's (TSLA) shareholder meeting: Musk unveils product updates, strategic plans, and an advertising shift; Analysts positive

May 17, 2023 8:28 AM EDT

Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) held its annual shareholder meeting in Austin Texas on Tuesday where CEO Elon Musk updated investors on the companys current product fleet, FSD, its Cybertruck production ramp, and plans to complete Part 3 of its Master Plan to provide a path towards a 100% sustainable economy.

The meeting took place just days after Musk announced that there will be a new person heading up Twitter, signaling to TSLA shareholders he may have more time to spend on the electric vehicle giant.

The multi-billionaire reiterated his commitment to... More