<h1>How German Hackers Jailbreak Teslas to Access Heated Seats for Free</h1> <p>When a group of German hackers accessed a Tesla vehicle, their intention was not to gain remote control of the car or steal personal information. Instead, they targeted the car’s heated seats. These seats are available only after paying a $300 fee. To bypass …
Billionaire Elon Musk reportedly had a heated exchange with fellow billionaire Bill Gates after Gates purchased a short position on Tesla stock. In an interview with author Walter Isaacson, who has been working on a biography of Musk, Gates revealed that Musk was “super mean” to him upon learning about the stock shorting. However, Gates …
Mercedes-Benz has clarified its stance on all-electric sales in Europe by 2030, with Chief Executive Ola Kaellenius stating that while the company will have its line-up ready, it does not expect all sales to be electric by that time. Kaellenius emphasized that the ultimate decision lies with customers and highlighted the need for adequate infrastructure …
The ambitious goal of persuading a majority of Americans to purchase emission-free electric vehicles within the next ten years is nothing more than wishful thinking, according to Bob Lutz, a former executive at General Motors, Ford, and Chrysler. Lutz shared his views during an interview with John Catsimatidis on WABC 770 AM’s the Cats Roundtable. …
In recent news, the concept of green energy and the drive to electrify everything has faced some challenges and setbacks. The initial vision of a green energy paradise promised by politicians and advocates is starting to be met with economic and practical realities. One of the economic realities is the significant losses reported by wind …
Hyundai Motor is constructing state-of-the-art battery manufacturing facilities for electric vehicles in Bryan County, Georgia. This development signals an exciting collaboration between Hyundai Motor and LG Energy Solution from South Korea. The two companies are planning to double their investment in the battery factory, resulting in the creation of approximately 400 new jobs. The original …
In a remarkable display of virtue-signaling, Mayor Eric Adams and the Taxi and Limousine Commission have announced plans to require Uber and Lyft to completely transition their fleets to zero-emission or wheelchair-accessible vehicles by 2030. While this may seem like an admirable goal, the practicality and feasibility of such a mandate remain questionable. Under this …
In a recent development, US auto safety regulators have launched an investigation into Ford Motor’s recall of nearly 49,000 Ford Mustang Mach-E electric vehicles to determine if the recall adequately addressed safety concerns. The investigation will also determine if the recall should be expanded to include more vehicles. The recall was issued by Ford in …
Green Charter Township, Michigan, used to be the peaceful home of Jim Chapman, a respected former police officer and Republican official. However, controversy has erupted in the town due to a proposed battery factory by Gotion, a U.S. subsidiary of a Chinese company. While supporters argue that the factory will bring much-needed jobs and contribute …
Tesla has introduced more affordable options for its Model S sedan and Model X SUV, offering shorter driving ranges. This move comes as the company aims to boost sales in light of high borrowing costs affecting demand for expensive electric vehicles. The announcement caused concern among investors, leading to a drop in Tesla’s stock price …