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August 27, 2018

Watch As Audi e-Tron Electric SUV Gets Tested

Watch As Audi e-Tron Electric SUV Gets Tested

How times have changed since Walter Röhrl rocketed up the Pikes Peak some 40 years ago. Now it's all about energy recuperation, efficiency and range.
By Vanja Kljaic 27 August 2018
Source: Tesla Production For Q3 Expected To Hit 70,000

Source: Tesla Production For Q3 Expected To Hit 70,000

After a record of 53,339 electric cars produced during the second quarter of this year, it's expected that in the third quarter Tesla will make more than 70,000 electric cars.
By Mark Kane 27 August 2018
3 Ways To Ruin Your Tesla Battery, Plus What It Costs To Replace It

3 Ways To Ruin Your Tesla Battery, Plus What It Costs To Replace It

What caused this Tesla battery to need replacing? How can you avoid this problem and what will it cost if it's already unavoidable?
By Steven Loveday 27 August 2018
Fastned Reports 2018 H1 Results – Delivered Over 1 GWh Of Electricity

Fastned Reports 2018 H1 Results – Delivered Over 1 GWh Of Electricity

Fastned, the Dutch fast charging network, more than doubled its business over the first six months of this year. Delivered over 1 GWh of electricity.
By Mark Kane 27 August 2018
UPDATE: 'Autopilot Buddy' For Tesla Cars Deemed Unsafe By NHTSA

UPDATE: 'Autopilot Buddy' For Tesla Cars Deemed Unsafe By NHTSA

Sadly, some people have gone to great lengths to trick Tesla's Autopilot system from nagging them to put their hands back on the wheel. A product called Autopilot Buddy aims to reduce the nag of the Autopilot technology. The NHTSA has issued a cease and desist order to the company.
By Steven Loveday 27 August 2018
All-Electric Car Sales In Western Europe Up 40% In July

All-Electric Car Sales In Western Europe Up 40% In July

According to EagleAID, in July some 11,800 all-electric cars were sold in Western Europe, which is 39.5% more than one year ago.
By Mark Kane 27 August 2018
Mercedes Assumes Fake Name To Make Off With DHL Streetscooter

Mercedes Assumes Fake Name To Make Off With DHL Streetscooter

Apparently Daimler/Mercedes – using a fake company name to claim they were a nursing service provider – hijacked the vehicle and took it to their testing lab.
By Mark Kane 27 August 2018
Russian

Russian "How Do You Like This, Elon Musk?" Memes Are Hilarious

Trust us, there's nothing funnier than Russian memes aimed at Tesla CEO Elon Musk. You'll get a chuckle out of these. That's for sure.
By Eric Loveday 27 August 2018
Report Claims Volkswagen Wanted To Buy Into Tesla

Report Claims Volkswagen Wanted To Buy Into Tesla

In the wake of Tesla's abandoned bid to go private, we learn that the giant German auto group had its eye on a sizable slice of the Silicon Valley company.
By Domenick Yoney 27 August 2018
Tesla's Communication Head To Part Ways With Automaker

Tesla's Communication Head To Part Ways With Automaker

Sarah O’Brien, who joined Tesla in 2016 from Apple to serve as Communications Chief, is departing company after two years in a planned manner on September 7.
By Mark Kane 27 August 2018
2019 Chevrolet Volt Slight Price Increase: Premier Gets 7.2 kW Charger

2019 Chevrolet Volt Slight Price Increase: Premier Gets 7.2 kW Charger

We learned back in June about new upgrades to the 2019 Chevrolet Volt. Now, we have information on pricing.
By Steven Loveday 27 August 2018
Honda Clarity PHEV Versus Nissan LEAF: Which Wins In Overall Value?

Honda Clarity PHEV Versus Nissan LEAF: Which Wins In Overall Value?

You're looking for a reasonably priced, green car? Is the 2018 Nissan LEAF or Honda Clarity Plug-in Hybrid the better bang for your buck?
By Steven Loveday 27 August 2018
Tesla Pickup Expedition Rendered As Ultimate Off-Road Camper

Tesla Pickup Expedition Rendered As Ultimate Off-Road Camper

Is this the ultimate, electric heavy-duty off-road camper? It's called the Tesla Pickup Expedition and we've fallen head-over-heels for it.
By Mark Kane 27 August 2018
Owning A Nissan LEAF Without A Home Charger: Is It Possible?

Owning A Nissan LEAF Without A Home Charger: Is It Possible?

This 2018 Nissan LEAF owner has gone a whole five months without a home charger. Let's take a look at his story.
By Steven Loveday 27 August 2018
Tesla Semi Spotted In Arkansas: Musk Comments 1,000-Mile Extension Cord Required

Tesla Semi Spotted In Arkansas: Musk Comments 1,000-Mile Extension Cord Required

The Tesla Semi is seemingly in its final testing phase, as the electric powered truck has been seen all across the United States with a 1,000-mile extension cord (ok...maybe not).
By Vanja Kljaic 27 August 2018
Nissan Sylphy Zero Emission Enters Production In China

Nissan Sylphy Zero Emission Enters Production In China

Nissan start production of its LEAF-based Sylphy Zero Emission electric car in Huadu plant, China through Dongfeng Nissan Passenger Vehicle Co. (Dongfeng Nissan) joint venture.
By Mark Kane 27 August 2018
Tesla Model 3 Outsold Small, Midsize Luxury Cars From 11 Automakers

Tesla Model 3 Outsold Small, Midsize Luxury Cars From 11 Automakers

Telsa Model 3 alone outsold all small and midsize luxury vehicles from Infiniti, Volvo, Alfa Romeo, Acura, Jaguar, Audi, Genesis, Lincoln, BMW. Need we continue?
By Mark Kane 27 August 2018
Electric Koenigsegg A Possibility

Electric Koenigsegg A Possibility

The Regera is a clear sign that Koenigsegg is ready to embrace electrification and could serve as a preview for a future entirely electric hypercar.
By Adrian Padeanu 27 August 2018
UPDATE: Consumption Test: Jaguar I-Pace Autosteer Put To The Test

UPDATE: Consumption Test: Jaguar I-Pace Autosteer Put To The Test

Bjørn Nyland seems really impressed with the autosteer technology in the all-new 2019 Jaguar I-Pace. It seems to do more than one would expect.
By Steven Loveday 27 August 2018
What Happened To The Real Elon Musk?

What Happened To The Real Elon Musk?

Tesla CEO Elon Musk's recent choices have made him seem like someone who is clueless about financial markets, but that's never been the case. Hmm ...
By EVANNEX 26 August 2018
What Does It Cost To Insure Your Tesla Model 3? Take Our Poll

What Does It Cost To Insure Your Tesla Model 3? Take Our Poll

Does it really cost as much as a Porsche 911 to insure a Tesla Model 3? Help us find out by taking our poll.
By Eric Loveday 26 August 2018
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